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Future Vertical Lift - The Next Generation of Army Aviation
Henry Neiberlien News Editor
Everyone has heard of the famous AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, the Ch-47 Chinook, and the UH-60 Blackhawk. What if I told you that the US Army has a plan to replace them all by the late 2020’s and prototypes have already been built and flown. What could cause the Pentagon to want to possibly replace these magnificent workhorses of our military you ask? Well, you can blame the V-22 Osprey. The Osprey’s VTOL capability has changed military strategy, with an aircraft that can easily outrun any helicopter and still land on the back of a moving ship. The Army has been bitten by the vertical takeoff and landing bug, and they are not stopping
with just one, they want to replace their entire fleet with them. Enter the Future Vertical Lift (FVL) and its precursor, the Joint MultiRole program (JMR). The JMR program is to provide technology demonstrations next year to the Army so they can select aircraft to continue development. The JMR program is seeking aircraft similar in size to a Bell 206 all the way up to the size of a C-130 Hercules, all with vertical takeoff capability. Sikorsky has already flown a demonstrator based on their X-2 technology, called the S-97 Raider. The Raider is a coaxial rotor design with a pusher propeller in the tail that can propel it to speeds over 250 miles per hour with external weapons. Boeing has partnered with Sikorsky and will scale
up the X-2 technology to a Blackhawk sized variant called the SB-1 Defiant. Bell has also has entered the FVL program with a prototype of its V-280 Valor. The Valor is the same size as a Blackhawk as well; however, it is not a coaxial rotor helicopter, but a fully-fledged tilt-rotor utilizing V-22 technology. With the tilt-rotor design, the V-280 can achieve speeds of 280 KTAS, uses composite material for its construction just like the S-97, retractable landing gear that the Blackhawk lacks in almost all variants, and features touchscreen avionics with full fly by wire control system. The V-280 will be cheaper and less problem prone than the V-22 by using a redesigned tilt rotor system. On the V-22, the entire engine pod rotates
which can create issues and complications. On the V-280, just the rotors rotate while the engine remains stationary; this is much more efficient than rotating the entire engine. Although other entries were competing for the program, like Airbus Helicopters X3 demonstrator, the Army has ultimately selected the SB-1 and V-280 to develop demonstrators to be flown as early as next year. The S-97 is already being developed for the US Special Operations Command or SOCOM. The V-280 and the SB-1 both have their advantages and disadvantages. The V-282 has speed and lift capacity but is not very maneuverable at slower speeds, which can be critical when landing or taking off under fire. On the other hand, the SB-1’s
X-2 technology is very maneuverable at all operational speeds. However, these speeds are significantly slower than the V-280 or V-22. The SB-1 might also be not as efficient for long distance, as it relies on rotating rotors at all times for lift, just like a helicopter, while the V-280 can rely on lift surfaces and fly like a conventional airplane. While the Blackhawk and Apache will remain in service for many years to come, their days may be numbered. Technology has finally provided a way to blend airplane and helicopter into one fast and nimble war machine. On the battlefields of the future, speed will be critical, placing reinforcements down as quickly as possible reduces the chances of taking return fire and speed
allows the Army to flank its enemy before it even realizes it is being outflanked. These new aircraft will also incorporate advanced technologies such as entirely glass cockpits, without a switch or knob insight, such as seen on the V-280 mock-up. Bell has said this allows for the next generation of recruits, who grew up on video games and tablets, to better transition to the controls of some of the most advanced aircraft in the world. VTOL aircraft have always been a dream of aerospace engineers, and many prototypes have been built in the last 75 years since the golden age of the autogyro and the Zeppelin. Now technology has finally caught up to the concept, and they are poised to take over the Army aviation world.
United Airlines Defers 737 Order Hugo Fonck Staff Reporter United Airlines has been in the news for several reasons this week, most notably for updating its cabin with a “basic economy” fare that supposedly removes access to the overhead bins to store bags. On Tuesday, however, news on United was also focused on the fact that it had decided
to defer a recent order of Boeing aircraft worth $5 billion. The original order was for 65 Boeing 737700’s, which Boeing had made in two separate bids in January and March of this year. However, United has decided to convert those orders into four 737800 and the remaining 61 aircraft into 737 MAX. The airline estimates this move will cut expenditures by
$1.6 billion through 2018. United has also announced the purchase of 24 Embraer E-175’s which will be leased directly to its affiliates as United Express. The news did cause Boeing’s stock to fall on Tuesday and for the remainder of the week, with some stabilization on Friday. Despite the announcement Boeing was adamant in saying that this order cut would not affect its plan for
achieving a production rate of 57 aircraft per month by 2019. United Airlines’ fleet will face other changes in the next several years, as it announced plans to retire all 747 aircraft by 2018. All of United’s announcements this week were part of an optimization-based grand strategy that is projected to bring in an additional $4.8 billion in revenue to United between now and 2020.
Image Courtesy: United Airlines United’s decision to defer its order of 737s has caused a lot of controvers
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Non-Commissioned Officers Win Top Regional Honors Christian Grochowski Air Force Cadet Captain Two Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) at both Embry-Riddle Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) detachments have been selected as the top personnel in their region. Master Sergeant Shanique Jones, AFROTC Detachment 157 at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona was selected as the Southeast Region’s winner. Master Sergeant-select April Fargher, AFROTC Detachment 028 at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, was selected as the Southwest Region’s winner. Master Sergeant Jones’ keen organizational and process management were instrumental to efficiently in-processing more than 600 new cadets and commissioning one hundred forty United States Air Force Second Lieutenants up to
this current year. Additionally, Sergeant Jones provided continuous surveillance as Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge to the medical, scholarship and tuition, cadet pay, and security clearance programs. Her efforts have contributed to awarding 641 scholarships worth more than six million dollars and ensured that cadets were paid on time. Year round, she has overseen and managed personnel records/ knowledge operations management for ten cadres & over 300 cadets. Despite her busy schedule at Detachment 157 and as a mother; Sergeant Jones earned a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and completed 20 semester hours towards a Master of Science in Human Services with a 4.0 GPA. Master Sergeant-select April Fargher was the driving force behind Detachment 028’s impeccable cadet records
program, just one of five programs to earn a “Highly Effective” rating nationwide, with only one minor write-up for over 200 records. Additionally, her expertise was critical to the perfection of the new cadet orientation program and the flawless execution of over $1.5 million in tuition and stipends. Sergeant Fargher also volunteered on short notice to travel to both Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona to assist their detachments during critical NCO manning shortages. Balancing work and family life with self-improvement, Sergeant Fargher also completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Management and Human Resources, graduating Cum Laude. Her overall performance was a linchpin in the Detachment’s selection as the nation’s Best Large AFROTC Detachment.
Colonel Kim Ramos, Commander of Detachment 157, lauded the outstanding performance of the NCOs: “These NCOs are the backbone of our success, as you can see from their accomplishments. They, along with our great relationship with our hosts, are the reason why the ERAU dets continue to outpace the rest of the nation.” Colonel Randy Kaufman, Commander of Detachment 028, highlighted the critical role the Non-Commissioned Officers-InCharge have in the AFROTC mission: “NCOs are the foundation to any successful organization and Master Sergeant Jones and Master Sergeant-select Fargher epitomize the very best in their career fields. I am incredibly proud of both of them and the reflection it brings to both Embry-Riddle campuses and detachments.”
AFROTC Honor Guard Ceremony Christian Grochowski Air Force Cadet Captain “Bring them home!” bellows the speaker at the annual Air Force ROTC Honor Guard ceremony at Ponce Inlet. All around the lighthouse’s memorial, men and women stand in silence, some crying, others fixated on the table set to symbolize the sacrifice of Veteran’s from each branch of the Armed Forces; all were remembering those service members who
never came home. “Let us honor and remember them,” concludes the speaker at the ceremony. A lone candle, symbolizing the frailty of a prisoner of war, is extinguished while the Honor Guard salutes smartly and marches hastily out of the park. The ceremony is to honor and remember the men and women who have served in all wars that are still missing, prisoners of war, and the hundreds of thousands
of men and women who have sacrificed their lives to ensure our freedom. This Honor Guard was not the only one from Detachment 157 that was busy honoring our veterans over the weekend. The other Color Guards performed for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Halifax Health, and The Hub on Canal Street. In addition to performing, the cadets were able to visit with veterans who served in wars dat-
ing from World War II to today's War on Terror. The cadets accumulated a total of 78 community service hours performing and practicing for the events. With 8 events completed in total between the Honor and Color Guard on Veterans Day, Detachment 157 was able to show its support for all those who have served and embody the traditions, heritage, and legacy of many men and women who have served before them.
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The ERAU Air Force ROTC Honor Guard congregrates around the table which holds symbols of all five U.S. military branches.
One of the ERAU Air Force ROTC Color Guard units also attended the annual Honor Guard ceremony at Ponce Inlet.
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They have created a quick survey that is open to all and will allow them to better tailor their services to best fit your needs. The survey can be accessed through the QR code.
Message From The Student Court:
SGA Town Hall is an opportunity for students to voice their opinions, suggestions and questions, and learn more about what the SGA does for them. It is an excellent opportunity to get to know your student leaders on campus, and work together to bring about the change we wish to see. Any questions? Contact Nishi: sgadea@erau.edu
Get to Know your SGA Brian Reedy College of Aviation Representative Junior, Aeronautical Science and Aviation Business Administration Hi, I am Brian Reedy! I am a Junior at ERAU doing a double major in Aeronautical Science and Aviation Business Administration. Once I graduate I would like to start Reedy Air, an air taxi operation based out of Chicago Executive Airport. As a pilot, I hold my PPL SEL and my CPL MEL. I am a huge Chicago Bears fan, really hoping 2016 has better plans for the team than 2015 did. I can unicycle, I can juggle, and yes I can do them at the same time. I loved being a part of the Student Government Association, specifically the Student Representative Board. It was a huge honor to wear the SGA logo, and I didn’t take my responsibilities lightly. If re-elected, I can promise the same thing. I am running for this position to help College of Aviation students. My number one priority is to make sure that students know how useful SRB members can be. During my first term, I had just a few students talk to me about what they thought about the school, so I want to make sure that everyone knows that we are here and that we want to help you. I believe that I am easy to talk to, so if you have something you’d like to say start a conversation with me. If you have a problem I will get it figured out or if you have a suggestion I will look into making that change. I am here to make sure your Embry-Riddle experience is great.
Heated Bonus Bucks Auction Ends with Happiness, Grief
Keenan Thungtrakul Senior Reporter
Friends can turn against friends at an auction, and couples can be rewarded with amazing prizes. On the evening of Nov. 16, students gathered in the Student Center to bid on a vari-
ety of prizes up for grabs. Participants collected Bonus Bucks, fake money earned for going to campus events sponsored by Student Activities. Examples of these include the weekly Touch-N-Go movies, Arts & Letters presentations, and others. At the end
of the semester, the students with the most Bonus Bucks can put them toward items such as gift packages, kitchen appliances, TVs, tool sets, and more. The hottest items this semester included an RC quadcopter, a Star Wars themed suitcase and back-
pack, two 32-inch TVs, and four bookstore gift sets. Bidding went as high as 120 on certain items, and last minute bidders were often the winners. The items went quickly; several of them sold in as little as 45 seconds. For those who did not wish to
bid, they used what Bonus Bucks they had left and obtained up to 10 raffle tickets to use toward items like headphones, a smart watch, and theme park passes. One lucky couple managed to win passes to both Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Let
us just say that there were probably many jealous faces that night when the results were announced! After all, the highest bidders are the ones who get the loot. Next time, try and rack up more Bonus Bucks so that you can be a winner at next semester’s auction!
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Upcoming Games: Tuesday Women’s Basketball vs University of Central Missouri Daytona Beach, FLA @ 5:30 p.m.
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Women’s Volleyball Caps Season with 3-1 Victory Over Lynn
Michael Pierce ERAU Athletics
The Embry-Riddle volleyball team closed out the 2016 campaign on a high note on Saturday, winning its final match of the season in four sets over visiting Lynn, 25-21, 22-25, 25-20, 25-21. The win puts ERAU at an even 15-15 for the season, while the Fighting Knights fall to 20-10. Senior Amanda Saunders led the Blue and Gold with 18 kills and added 10 digs in her final match as an Eagle, while fellow senior Asya Oguz contributed 10 kills and five blocks while hitting .346 in her final match at ERAU. McKenna James also tallied 10 kills and Laina Blanton recorded a matchbest six blocks (one solo). Jordan Nakayama racked up 34 assists and Maile Spenser picked up 14 digs to lead the Eagles. Embry-Riddle used a 4-0 run late in the first set to pull out to a 20-15 lead and closed the set by winning four of the final five points, earning a 25-21 win in
the opening frame. In set two, Lynn grabbed the momentum, taking a 7-1 lead. ERAU slowly chipped away at the deficit and eventually pulled even at 20-20 on a block from Blanton and Theresa Jordan. After the two teams traded pairs of points, the Fighting Knights got the upper hand and won three straight to win the set, 25-22. An 8-0 run midway through set three put the Eagles well out in front, 17-8, which would prove to be an insurmountable deficit for Lynn, though the Fighting Knights got to within three points (23-20) before back-to-back Saunders kills clinched the set in favor the Eagles, 25-20. Set four saw Lynn take an 11-7 lead with an early 5-0 spurt, only to have ERAU rally back to the front, using a 10-2 run to move ahead, 20-15. The teams traded sideouts for the remainder of the set, which allowed Embry-Riddle to cruise to a 25-21 victory, clinching the match, 3-1.
vs ERAU: 3
Lynn University: 1
Zach Fedewa/The Avion Newspaper Laina Blanton and Asya Oguz block a shot by Lynn.
Women’s Basketball Survives Late Rally to Top Eckerd Alison Smalling ERAU Athletics
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The 2016-17 Embry-Riddle women's basketball team is off to the best start in program history. The Eagles notched a 66-64 win over Eckerd (2-2) on Saturday to open the season at 4-0 for the first time since the program began in 2014-15. The win did not come easy as ERAU had to fight off a late surge by the Tritons to come away with the win. "I'm thankful for the win and that we did just enough down the stretch to keep our lead for the win," ERAU Head Coach Lisa-Nuxol Wilson said. "However we need to find a way to play all four quarters. We have had a comefrom-behind win and tonight we had to learn how to maintain a lead down the stretch. It was a great learning experience for us and we will grow from the situation. Foul trouble by some key players played a role, but I think our bench stepped up and made some defensive plays and came in and did a great job in a lot of areas for us!" The Eagles had eight players appear in the
scoring column, led by Tara Fields' career-high 14-point night. Mercedes Jorge added 13 and a team-high six rebounds, while Lauren Ellenberger had 10 points and matched her career-best in assists with eight. The Eagles and the Tritons were even in field goal percentage in the first quarter. The difference was that the Eagles knocked down eight of their 16 attempts, including two of three from long range, while the Tritons were 5-for-10 from the field and 0-for-2 from beyond the arc. That difference led to an 18-13 Eagle advantage at the end of the period. The second 10 minutes of play were marked by turnovers with each team turning the ball over nine times. Once again, the Eagles held a slight advantage in made field goals in the quarter, connecting on five shots compared to four by Eckerd, and the Blue and Gold took a 29-25 lead into the locker room at the break. The inside game helped the Eagles open up a 15-point lead in the third quarter with 16 of their 23 points coming in the paint,
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and eight of those courtesy of Fields. ERAU outscored the Tritons 15-5 to open the frame and shot 83.3 percent (10-12) from the field to take a 52-37 lead into the final period. The momentum appeared to be on the Eagles' side as they headed into the final stanza, but it was the Tritons who dominated the quarter. Ashley Folsom hit a jumper at the 8:06 mark and that sparked a 19-5 Eckerd run that made it a three-point (61-58) game with 1:41 left in the game. The Eagles were once again plagued by miscues, committing nine turnovers in the final 10 minutes, and one of those turnovers led to a two-point trip to the free throw line by Kacie Juday that pulled the Tritons within one (61-60) with 1:31 left to play. Three consecutive makes at the free throw line put
the Eagles back up by four, but layups by Folsom and Victoria Vine made it a one-point game (65-64) once again with 10 seconds showing on the clock. Following Vine's layup, the Tritons fouled Lauren Ellenberger almost immediately on the inbounds pass. After Ellenberger made one of two free throws, the Tritons raced the length of the court and got the ball to Vine once again. The senior was unable to connect on the jumper and Shelby Bishoff pulled down the rebound as time expired to secure the Eagle victory. Vine finished with a game-high 25 points, while Folsom added 22 for the Tritons. The Eagles step away from play against Sunshine State competition next week to host Central Missouri at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Predicting a Presidency Collin Anderson Correspondent As the dust settles from the tumultuous presidential election with Donald Trump coming out as the undisputed victor, many people are asking how this happened and what this means for the future of this country. Despite pre-election polls showing Ms. Clinton winning in a landslide and with her even winning the popular vote with a margin that keeps growing, Donald Trump won the Electoral College in a 306-232 upset, thus securing his position as the president-elect. Many peo-
ple are concerned with the ideas Trump proposed during his campaign including putting a temporary restriction on people coming to the United States from countries with terrorist ties. Since winning last Tuesday, this has been removed from Trump’s campaign website as well as some other points. Many people are also concerned with Trump’s running mate’s influence during the transition period and the presidency. As governor of Indiana, Mike Pence tried to implement pro-life and anti-LGBT policies within the state. In addition, Pence
has been in favor of electroshock therapy “treatment” for homosexuals claiming that homosexuality is a choice. Since becoming president-elect, Trump has been assembling his cabinet. So far, this includes Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions nominated for attorney general, Congressman Mike Pompeo nominated for CIA director and retired Lt Gen Michael Flynn nominated as national security adviser. However, the most controversial appointment has been Trump making Steve Bannon his chief strategist. Ban-
non founded Breitbart News, a right-leaning news source on the internet. Trump is under intense criticism for appointing Bannon to such an important position given Bannon’s checkered past of anti-Semitic, racist, and sexist comments. In major cities across the country, there have been protests from either fans of Clinton or critics of Trump. In many instances, these protests have spiraled out of control with property damage and even shots fired. Thousands, if not millions, of people, have taken to social media to
express their anger using the hashtag #notmypresident. Petitions have been made on Change. org and other similar websites to try and get electors to change their vote for Hillary Clinton before the Electoral College votes on the incoming president on Dec. 19. Given how Clinton has already conceded, these petitions appear to be futile. Only time will tell what Donald Trump’s presidency will do to this country. With half the country siding with him, and the other half ready to oppose any and all legislation he tries to propose, these next four
President-Elect Trump: Bigot or Savvy Advertiser? Mike Shekari Staff Reporter Throughout his campaign for office, President-Elect Donald Trump became infamous for his inflammatory comments on issues such as immigration from Mexico and the Middle East, women’s reproductive health, and U.S. strategy on combating terrorism from ISIS. However, once his victory was announced, Trump released his plans for the first 100 days of his term in office, which included plans to propose legislation that would create term limits for Congress, eliminate common core educational standards, and tariff companies that ship jobs overseas while also bringing tax cuts to the middle-class. Granted, there were still more extreme items on his agenda such as building a wall between the U.S. and Mexico, but the vast majority of his 100-day plan seemed reasonable.
Trump’s recent abandonment of much of his inflammatory rhetoric from the campaign raises a question; did the President-Elect truly believe in the comments that he made or was it just targeted advertising that proved to be highly effective? When it comes to the issue of immigration the United States has historically suffered from a collective xenophobia, particularly during times of war. During the World War Two, the U.S. persecuted German and Japanese immigrants going as far as to force Japanese immigrants into “internment” camps. Similarly, during the contemporary conflicts of the War on Terrorism, Muslim-Americans have been persecuted by government profiling systems and sometimes attacked by their fellow citizens. I believe that Trump made his remarks on Muslims from the Middle East
to use the country’s collective xenophobia to rally support. Similarly, I believe that Trump might have changed his public opinion on abortion to gain the support the evangelical Christian population, which is a large portion of the electorate, particularly in more rural areas. In 1999, Trump had publically claimed to be a pro-choice supporter when it came to a woman’s right to an abortion. However, during his presidential campaign, he changed his position to align with the prolife point of view, which holds great importance to the evangelical Christian population. President-Elect Trump’s true views on certain issues may be difficult to decipher at the moment, but the United States, along with the rest of the world, will be watching to see what he does as he enters office on January 20, 2017.
years pose an uphill battle to the soonto-be 45th President of the United States. In a speech delivered to the Republican National Convention in July, Trump said that he would support the LGBT community; a move that has not been widely adopted by the Republican Party. In his victory speech, Mr. Trump thanked Hillary Clinton for her service to this country and called upon everyone in the country to unite. As Americans, we are all in for an interesting four years. However, we must all remember that we are in this together; one country, indivisible.
Photo Courtesy: Gage Skidmore Donald J. Trump won the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election and will become the 45th President of the United States on January 20, 2017 despite the popular vote going tot he other candidate.
Poem: How Did America Allow This to Happen? Donald Trump. A man who does not represent the America I know. The America I know, starts with an idea, turned flame. From out of the darkness it continues to grow. Its light twitching to hold steady. HOLD STEADY she cries, HOLD STEADY, STEADY. One does not know of what they are seeing,
but only know of its warmth from afar. It is clear, she is there. But who is she? And why has she decided to help me? There she stands, with her light so bright, so bright, I know, I know that I am not dreaming. For I could hear her cry, cry out to me, BRING ME YOUR TIRED BRING ME YOUR POOR There she is standing, clothing ragged
and teared, still, there, there she is standing, waiting for me, holding her torch, guiding me, guiding me in from out of the darkness. Unafraid of the people she knows nothing of. Unafraid of me. Who is she? She is Liberty. She is everything that is me. ~J. Amado
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The Trashy Chef: Week 3 Spice or Taco Seasoning 4) Precooked Fajita Chicken
Devin Edwards Staff Reporter Hi, and welcome back to the “Trashy Chef ” corner yet again. I hope you enjoyed the past two weeks’ reviews on ideas to cook in the microwave. This week we tried making fajitas, potato soup, and a molten pumpkin pie. Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients: 1) Onion 2) Green and Red Pepper 3) Southwest Seasoning
Directions: 1) Cut the onions and green and red peppers into slices. 2) Add the seasoning to the peppers and onions and mix. 3) Then add the chicken and add some more seasoning. 4) Place in microwave for 5 minutes and enjoy. We suggest using the precooked chicken for this recipe. We were not too sure how the uncooked chicken would turn out, so we went with precooked instead.
Andy Bronshteyn/The Avion Newspaper It may look like a lumpy mess, but the potato soup was delicious enough to earn a 4.5 out of 5 jets from the Trashy Chef.
It came out fairly well, and it is a meal you can enjoy with or without a tortilla shell. We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did.
Left: The Trashy Chef demonstrates peeling the skin off of a potato by striking it repeatedly with a plastic spoon. Be sure to do this over a trash can to prevent a mess.
Potato Soup
Ingredients: 1) ¾ cup of water 2) Three tablespoons of potatoes that are diced into cubes 3) One tablespoon of chopped white onion 4) Two tablespoons cheddar cheese 5) One tablespoon of chopped bacon 6) Two Teaspoons of cornstarch 7) ½ cup of chicken stock 8) ¼ cup of milk 9) Salt and pepper 10) Sour Cream Directions: 1) Add the potatoes into a large microwavable mug with the water for 3 to 4 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. 2) Drain the water from the bowl and leave the potatoes in there. 3) Add the bacon, cheese,
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onions and cornstarch. Mix fairly well. 4) Add the stock and milk and stir thoroughly. 5) Place in the microwave for 3 minutes or until nice and thick. 6) You can add sour cream on the top and throw some chives and more bacon to give it a nice look if you please. The potato soup was excellent, and we all enjoyed it. Now we did not add sour cream to it, but it was still very good. Anyone who enjoys a good soup would like this. It was fairly easy to make. I would make this again and
again because it was so good. Spiced Pumpkin Molten Mug Cake
Ingredients: 1) 4 tablespoons of flour 2) 1 and half tablespoons sugar 3) 1/3 teaspoon baking powder 4) ½ teaspoon of pumpkin spice 5) ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 6) ½ tablespoon of oil 7) 2 tablespoons of canned pumpkin 8) 2 tablespoons of milk 9) 1 tablespoon Biscoff spread
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Directions: 1) Mix all the dry ingredients into the bowl 2) Add the pumpkin, oil and milk. Mix well. 3) Add a tablespoon of Biscoff spread. 4) Microwave on high for 70 seconds 5) Once done add some whip cream. The molten pumpkin cake came out fairly well, and everyone enjoyed it. I suggest it as a good desert when you have some time to make it. I would make it again any day of the week for a good desert after a meal.
‘Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare’ Game Review “Don’t Land on Europa” Henry Neiberlien News Editor This year Activision released their annual Call of Duty title, and by this point in the franchise, Infinite Warfare being the 13th game in the series, many people have become tired of the same or similar gameplay, the simplistic plotline, and the same multiplayer offered year after year. Of course, many purchase Call of Duty for the multiplayer; however, this year the campaign outshines what multiplayer offers. Infinite Warfare’s developer went all in on a fantastic scifi adventure through the solar system and left the multiplayer with much to be desired. This year’s Call of Duty has been met with much controversy. The original reveal trailer has amassed over 3 three million dislikes on Youtube, making it one of the most disliked videos of all time. This backlash seems to be focused on the setting, as many fans were hoping for the franchise
to return to the second world war that was teased during a level of last year’s Black Ops III. Many are tired of the futuristic setting that the franchise has maintained for the previous five games and people were hoping for a change. Although its setting is futuristic, after playing through Infinite Warfare, the setting has little effect on gameplay, and it feels much more like boots on the ground warfare than hyper-paced Advanced Warfare and lacks the futuristic cybernetic abilities of Black Ops III. The campaign is the main reason to purchase Infinite Warfare, as it is a great rollercoaster ride filled with excitement, but it also slows down and lets you enjoy those moments while providing a sense of choice on what missions to partake in next. A massive spacecraft carrier called the UNSA Retribution is the home base that you will return to after every mission and here you can read up on enemy intel, watch
news reports about your actions, and select your loadout for your next mission. Then you will hop into a space fighter called the Jackal and take to the stars. You have full control of the Jackal in space as you fly around engaging enemy fighters and warships, then you can land and board enemy vessels or engage the enemy on foot on the surface of the Moon or Mars. Do not expect too much scientific accuracy, as the gravity is either Earthlike or zero-g; not in between or beyond. However, the game does a good job of maintaining suspension of disbelief as it keeps you occupied on your objective, not how the jackal is a VTOL but needs to do a rolling landing on the carrier in the vacuum of space. The campaign also includes compelling characters, especially a robot named Ethan, that actually made me care for the first time in a while during a Call of Duty campaign. The main antagonist
Admiral Kotch is played by Kit Harington of Game of Thrones fame. Unfortunately, he only has a couple of lines in the whole game and is kind of a throwaway character. The game chooses to focus on you, Nick Reyes, and how you take command of the “Ret” when its captain is killed and trying to save the lives of your crew during a war that seems unwinnable. Infinite Warfare’s multiplayer is almost the exact same as Black Ops III, although somewhat worse, as the spawning is terrible. It also carries over the special abilities of the specialist in Black Ops III and the wall running movement system. I do feel the movement is a lot slower in multiplayer this time around, and it makes you feel as though there is more gravity, not less. It is still fun at times, but the clunkiness of the movement and the fact there is no need to walk run anymore make multiplayer a pass, especially if you played the last
year's Call of Duty. Zombies returns this year as well, and it takes place in an 80’s theme park. It feels like a totally different game and brings on the nostalgia factor quite hard. I do not like the Zombies mode normally, but this time it was a blast. In conclusion, Infinite Warfare is not the terrible game we thought it
was going to be, it just ended up being ok. I recommend playing the campaign, but the multiplayer is skippable. If you are not a big fan of campaigns or sci-fi like me then just wait for Modern Warfare Remastered to be sold separately and pick that up instead, as it is a perfect remake of one the best games of all time.
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Study Abroad: Canary Islands Summer A - Be the Change! Office of Global Engagement Fill gen-ed requirements and hone your leadership skills while studying at La Universidad Europea de Las Canarias (UEC)! The Canary Islands Summer A Study Abroad Program (May 24 to June 22, 2017) is all you need to have a once in a lifetime experience. This successful program is now in its third year. Dr. Janet Tinoco and Prf. Ray Sanders will embark on this journey with ten ERAU students. Students will have the opportunity to learn, work and play side-by-side with fellow
college students from ERAU and UEC. The Canary Islands are part of Spain but lie closest to Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. They were once considered the gateway to the New World, active in international trade and the last stop for Christopher Columbus before he embarked on his journey to America in 1492. Tenerife, one of the main islands, has near-perfect sunny year-round temperatures, letting you enjoy one of the most unique landscapes in the world: tropical rain forests, the active El Teide volcano with its barren surroundings,
sunny beaches, lava pools, and historic colonial villages and metropolitan cities. Tenerife also boasts the El Teide Observatory, a key element of the astrophysics research in the Canaries. Historically, the island was also the site of the worst airline disaster in aviation history where two Boeing 747s collided on the runway at the Los Rodeos Airport on March 27, 1977. Five hundred and eighty-three people died as a result. The courses offered are HU399 Spanish Art, Literature, and Culture, EC299/399 Essentials of Economics/Special Top-
ics (Substitution for EC 200, EC210, or EC211), and BA399/699 Be the Change: Developing the Leader in You. Professors from our island host university will teach HU399 which allows an excellent interaction with those who live and work in the Spanish Colonial island villages and towns. Plans include working with UEC on a community service project, visiting the world-class observatory for viewing of sun flares and our planetary system, sipping wine at local wineries while developing your own leadership styles and
getting two gen-ed classes finished plus an elective! You will have plenty of time on your own for hiking, sailing, whale watching, snorkeling, scuba diving, dancing, and shopping throughout the islands. Transportation around the island and flights to Europe and Morocco from Tenerife are easy and inexpensive. Space is limited, so we encourage you to start applying now for an unforgettable study abroad experience. This session includes 30 days of island excursions, 3 star apartment lodging with pool and maid service, transportation to/from the
university, books and insurance for $4290. Note: Tuition is only $4047 for NINE undergraduate credit hours making this study abroad more affordable than staying on campus for the same number of credit hours. So, join us in Summer A! And find yourself in the Canary Islands! Contacts for this study abroad are: Prf. Ray Sanders (sandersr5@erau.edu), Dr. Janet Tinoco (tinocoj@erau. edu), or daytonabeach.erau. edu/degree/study-abroad/. Find us on Facebook and meet students that have gone to the Canary Islands on this study abroad!
Greece Summer 2017 Info Session Draws New and Old Students Keenan Thungtrakul Senior Reporter Nothing draws college students better than an exciting opportunity to travel while earning credits. This year, both the Aegean Airlines and the Antikythera Mechanism programs are taking a big step up from last year. More students will be able to sign up for a chance to sail the Greek islands, hike the Greek mountains,
and learn about ancient history at the place where it happened. Those that went on the trip previously had the chance to share their experiences on the trip. One former participant went above and beyond and created a slideshow coupled with promotional media summing up the trip. The video contained still photos and video cliwps that gave the prospective travelers a glimpse of
what was in store for them if they decide to go. Those who went all agreed that if offered the chance to repeat the trip, they would 100% do it again. The professors who will be going will have their families tagging along, and now the tour company organizing the trip will hopefully have more guides and leaders assisting the students, so there will not be major communication problems that
Keenan Thungtrakul/The Avion Newspaper Five students who went to Greece in the summer of 2016 share about their experience on their trip. Each of them said that the trip was a lot of fun and well worth the effort. High turnout indicated strong interest in the program.
will impede travel. The company responds well to student feedback, so when you are on the trip, make sure to give feedback as the journey progresses, that way improvements can be made to the next round. The old saying still applies: you learn from experience. This “journey full of credits” offers a good number of courses for you to take. There is the
Mechanism class, two astronomy/science courses, one commercial space ops course, and a humanities course. For Aegean, there are business courses, aviation safety courses, AS courses, and even a COM course. Imagine giving a speech in front of your audience seated at a Greek amphitheater. Or imagine working with the Antikythera Mechanism Research team to try and uncover
more of the mysterious device’s capabilities. You will get these and much more if you decide to go on this trip, not to mention the fact that you will save a good amount of cash compared to planning out the same trip on your own. It will be an adventure of a lifetime made more affordable. Look for an article in the next issue of this paper for more tips on the application process.
Keenan Thungtrakul/The Avion Newspaper The best part of the 2016 Greece program was the two week sailing trip around the Cyclades Islands. Classes take place anywhere but a room, and students have freedom to explore the island destinations and relax during sailing.
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