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Volume 46 Issue 6

DAY OF THE DEADPOOL REVIEW

BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS IN REVIEW

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L&C TRAILBLAZERS INDUCTEE GLADYS WANAYAMA Page- 08

Underground RR Tour Highlights Local History

Ryan Roberts reroberts@lc.edu

Lewis and Clark Community College’s Underground Railroad Tour took off to explore the Alton area and its rich history, regarding the contested institution of slavery on Thursday, Feb. 18. Assistant Professor of History J.E. Robinson from St. Louis College of Pharmacy was the tour guide for the day, showing various locations while the bus took the group through downtown Alton and stopped at some of the historical landmarks situated around the city. The group was able to see some of the old houses in which escaped slaves used as havens while making their way toward a safe territory. Although some people assume that history is just something in old books and boring classrooms, J.E. Robinson disagreed, saying, “History isn’t just a certain time and place. It teaches people that history is where you live, a lot important things happened in Alton.” Robinson got more than a few laughs from the audience, who were very engaged with his presentation. He was also a very captivating speaker, capable of breathing life into the past surrounding Alton. Some of the important places highlighted included the Franklin House, which

Abraham Lincoln used while he participated in the Lincoln-Douglas debate taking place in Alton, and the Lovejoy Memorial, dedicated to antislavery publisher Elijah Lovejoy who was martyred in Alton for his loyal abolitionist newspaper. As the tour continued, Robinson shared his insight on the many stories

surrounding the slave trade involving the Alton area. The tour also stopped at the Union Baptist Church, one of the oldest black churches in the area. Here Robinson talked about the different laws which were passed after the Civil War, segregating the community. Chelsea Haley, an L&C student, expressed her appreciation

of his knowledgeable tour. She said, “He is a very good speaker, and I was surprised by how much he knows. I love the Alton area.” Some people may have missed the tour this year, but don’t worry. It is an annual event, and J.E. Robinson is currently working on setting up daylong tours throughout the summer.

Left: A bus full of students, faculty members and public spectators joined in on the history-filled tour of Alton National Cemetery in order to hear about Elijah P. Lovejoy and to see his monument. Right: Tour Guide and Local Historian Eric Robinson stands at the entrance of Elijah P. Lovejoy’s grave.

Photos by: KRYSTIE MORRISON

Additional Trailblazer Apartments Planned Drew Myers drmyers@lc.edu

Student housing will soon be expanded just beyond the north entrance of the Lewis and Clark Community College campus. An additional section of the already existing Trailblazer Commons apartment complex is in the works. The Trailblazer Commons apartments were the first available housing for students, opening in the fall of 2014. The complex was built by a local company, Contegra Construction of Edwardsville. For the past two years they have been managed by L&C alumna Joan Gowin who will continue to stay with this project as it develops. “It has truly been a learning experience,” Gowin said, “I think the apartments have went well over all. We have been able to keep them filled each year.” This past school year, the complex had been completely filled. Currently, 92 students are being housed in apartments, and only four of them are not athletes. Originally, the intent for

This floor plan illustrates what the new Trailblazer Commons apartments will look like. the building was to house out of town and state student athletes, but this project will allow for a wider variety of L&C students.

How To Do Your Taxes

Ryan Roberts reroberts@lc.edu

One of the unpleasant responsibilities of being an adult is approaching fast. Emancipation Day will be celebrated on April 15 and is a federal holiday, meaning taxes will be due on April 18. So, there will be a few extra days to file. Although filing taxes can be stressing, there are several tools which can help ease the burden while navigating the confusing world of government bureaucracy. Ted Uy, a computer science student, says he never does his own taxes because it is so confusing. “I think if you let someone do it, they can help you increase your tax return, because they know how to do it,” Uy said. The first thing to is determine if you need to pay taxes. Anyone with earned income is required to pay, however students whose parents provide 50 percent or more in financial support do not need to file taxes if their parents claim them as dependents. Other students at Lewis and Clark Community College need to pay federal and state taxes, for Illinois or Missouri, depending on your residence. Everyone needs their W2’s, which are employer issued wage and tax statements, to report wages earned. Other forms are the 1099, for miscellaneous income and the 1098e for anybody with student loans. Justin Hale, L&C’s instructor of business and accounting, suggests that first time taxpayers utilize the services of the Alton Area Tax Project, located in Room NUL203

Photo provided by: L&C Flickr

Managing Partner of Elm Street Student Housing LLC, Kevin Carski will oversee this transition. The new building will allow for 48 new

accommodations for residents, with a completion goal of fall 2016. “I am really excited about this opportunity. I have been impressed with Lewis and Clark and I am a supporter of community colleges. This has been a good project so far, this is a large campus so I want to get the news out to everyone,” Carski said. The apartments are within walking distance of the whole campus, making it a very safe, close knit place to live. “Living at the apartments as a freshman has benefited me in many ways,” Freshman tennis player, Jane Grieser said. “I have gotten the opportunity to develop new friendships, learn how to live on my own, and get the experience of living virtually ‘on campus’ for my first year of college life. Also it is awesome knowing your friends are just a doorstep away! I love that I know everyone and can feel safe living there.” To learn more about the Trailblazer Commons or to fill out a housing application visit www. trailblazercommons.com or call (618) 219-4899.

in the Nursing Building of L&C. They are available on Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30–8 p.m. and on Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will help anyone who makes less than $54,000 a year do their taxes for free. No prior scheduling is required, but students need to bring a valid photo ID, social security card or Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (this is also a requirement for any dependents) W2s, all 1099s and 1098s. On top of this, Illinois homeowners will need parcel numbers. The last thing is a copy of a voided check or bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit. Hale also pointed out some of the common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid while filing. He recommends always double checking your information - one of the most common mistakes is using the wrong social security number, which can lead to major complications with the IRS and possibly other taxpayers. In the case of this mistake occurring, it is important that it is straightened out immediately because it may cause penalties. The second thing emphasised is turning your taxes in on time. In the case of failing to file, there will be a penalty for late returns. “As far as returns go, file as early as you can and use a reputable service,” Hale said. “Be skeptical of services who aren’t certified as public accountants.” For students who need help, they can talk to Hale or check with the Alton Area Tax Project at http://altonareataxproject.org/ index.html for free help.

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Vol. 46 • Issue 6, March 2016

2 Campus News

KMOX News Anchor Visits L&C to Encourage Students’ Ambitions

Matt Monroe mmmonroe@lc.edu

KMOX News Anchor Carol Daniels. Photo provided by: eventbrite.com In honor of Black History Month, Carol Daniel, a popular KMOX news anchor, visited Lewis and Clark Community College Feb. 19 to discuss her origins in broadcasting, social media’s impact on her job, and more. Daniel began her speech by taking a selfie with the audience, joking afterwards that people in St. Louis think L&C is “so far,”

and complimented the campus, calling it “beautiful.” One of her first talking points were her college origins. “I had three older brothers and they were already in college and it was expected that I was going to college, so I’m definitely going to college,” Daniels said She enrolled at the University of Missouri in Columbia in 1980, starting out as a business major. However, her time at Mizzou was short because after a semester, she struggled with her classes and transferred to Lincoln University, a historically black college, while her parents helped her financially. Going into Lincoln, Daniel became a workaholic, getting involved in several academic clubs and programs before being on the radio. After her first time on a radio broadcast, Daniel instantly fell in love with it, doing as much as she could for her station. Halfway through her speech, she stressed the idea of trying to chase a dream, even if one couldn’t make a career out of it. An example she brought up was her friend who works from the Air Force, while making jewelry on the side. Also in the speech, she talked about social media’s impact on her job, mentioning a young co-worker who bragged about having 9,000 followers on Twitter, more than her 2,400. She retorted to the co-worker, “You know what I do have? I have a husband and

children. That’s what I have. And when I go to my grave, my tombstone’s not gonna say ‘10,000 Followers,’ it is going to say ‘Loving Wife, Wonderful Mother,’ and that’s what matters to me.” Despite this story, she still realizes how important and relevant social media is. Just from her job, she notes a change in how now press releases don’t come by fax, but by Facebook. Another distinction Daniels made addressed the impact the Michael Brown case had. People saw his body lie dead and in the open for four hours on social media; this caused a huge outcry his death otherwise might not have inspired. She also said how hard it is to get a job now because of social media, as someone not being hired can all depend on their follower count, as she recounted from seeing how the marketing section of her job changed. To conclude her speech, Daniel said, “You are equipped to do something about it, whatever it is, so be hard-headed, hardworking, curious, and courteous. Don’t let anybody tell you that you have to be a jerk, like Donald Trump, to get ahead.” To find more information about Daniel, visit her KMOX profile at www.stlouis.cbslocal.com/personality/ caroldaniel, or follow her on Twitter at @caroldanielkmox.

Community Invited to TED Talk Discussion on Unmanned Aerial Systems Press Release

GODFREY – The public is invited to a Ted Talk discussion centered around Lian Pin Koh’s TED Talk, “A Drone’s Eye View of Conservation,” at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 30, at the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities. Scott Fitzgerald and the UAS 4 Stem Challenge Team from Edwardsville High School will facilitate the discussion, sponsored by Lewis and Clark Community College, MJCH and the Main Street Community Center in Edwardsville. “TED Talk discussions have been a popular way to engage people in lifelong learning in a community of inquisitive folks,” said L&C Speech Professor Elizabeth Grant. “This is our second year having this program, but this month we have decided to cross the street to the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities, which has an interest in STEM initiatives. We are excited to have team of EHS students ready to lead the discussion and share their experiences with the Search and Rescue Challenge as they prepare for competition.” A TED Talk is a video created from a presentation at the main TED (Technology, Entertainment and Design) conference or one of its many satellite events around the world. The first TED conference was in 1984; the conference has been held annually since 1990. Over the years, presenters of TED Talks have

included Al Gore, Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, Bono, Jane Goodall, Malcolm Gladwell and Gordon Brown. L&C’s MJCH conducts activities that promote mutual understanding and respect among people of different cultures, races, ethnicities, religions

and other distinctions and influences positive change in our communities and beyond. The MJCH is located at 1210 N. Main Street in Edwardsville, Illinois. Learn more at www.mjchf.org. For more information on this event, contact Grant at eegrant@lc.edu.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC), calls for all aspiring and seasoned motorcyclists to join the upcoming semester of the Motorcycle Rider Program, starting in March. Courses are free to join, only costing a refundable deposit of $20, in order to reserve a spot in a class. The chief goal of the program is to teach students how to be more cautious behind the handlebars. “The purpose of the Motorcycle Rider Program is to provide quality instruction in safe riding techniques for beginning and experienced motorcyclists,” Assistant Program Coordinator, Levi Mayer said. “Our goal is to increase your skill level and knowledge, in an attempt to produce a safe and conscientious motorcyclist.” The program offers four different courses: Basic Rider Course (BRC), Intermediate Rider Course (IRC), Advanced Riders Course (ARC) and Trike Rider Course (TRC). To be eligible for the BRC,

Campus Events Wednesday, March 9: Brown BagPauline Stillwell- Music Building Atrium. NOON Thursday, March 10: Video Game Day- Hatheway Gallery Banquet Room. 11 AM Tuesday, March 15: Illinois College ExpoRiverbend Arena. 6 PM Aerial view of campus taken by Luke Jumper via drone.

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Motorcycle Rider Program Offers Ride of a Lifetime Darick Earney dearney@lc.edu

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one must be 16 years old but students must be 18 years old or older for the other courses, as well as be an Illinois state resident. Other requirements are a valid driver’s license or permit, and personal protective gear. Motorcycles and helmets are provided to those joining the Basic and Intermediate Rider courses, however, it is required to bring one’s own for Advanced and Trike Rider classes. Most of the classes are taught over

one day during the weekend for up to nine hours, except for the BRC, which is more than 20 hours. “I feel these programs are a must for beginners and seasoned riders alike,” Lewis and Clark student and experienced motorcyclist Karen Hancock said. “I’m sure the majority of motorcycle riders feel they can learn to ride on their own and that they are riding safely, but there are so many unexpected things that can happen to you when you’re riding and if you don’t know how to react properly, the consequences can be very serious.” There are 12 different sites throughout Southern Illinois where students can attend this program once they’ve signed up. Some of the closest sites on the list are the Lewis and Clark campus, Southwestern Illinois University (SWI) and the aforementioned Southern Illinois University. For more on the Motorcycle Rider Program at SIU, or to sign up, visit the official website at www.mrp.siu.edu, or call (618) 453-2877 to reach the program coordinators. Graphic by: Dalton Peterson

Tuesday, March 22: The 11th Hour Documentary SC 115. 12:15 PM Tuesday, March 22: Humanities Speech Contest- Ann Whitney Olin Theatre. NOON Wednesday, March 23: Visiting Artist LectureHatheway Gallery. NOON Wednesday, March 30: SIUE Theater GroupBenjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel. NOON For more upcoming events visit: www.lc.edu/events

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Vol. 46 • Issue 6, March 2016

Opinions 3 Helpful Hints

Let’s Get

REEL!

Darick Earney dearney@lc.edu

“Deadpool”–Image from alienbee.com

Day of the Deadpool 20th Century Fox begins a new era of Superhero hero cinema with the ‘R’ rated ultra-violent, and darkly funny, “Deadpool” solo film, released worldwide Feb. 12. Playing the potty-mouthed titular character, Deadpool, is veteran actor Ryan Reynolds, with a supporting cast that features comedian T.J. Miller, “Game of Thrones” actor Ed Skrein and “Gotham” actress Morena Baccarin. The film marks the directorial debut of animator and visual effects artist, Tim Miller, and the third collaboration of “Zombieland” screenwriting duo, Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese. “Deadpool” tells the origins of former special forces soldier turned mercenary named Wade Wilson (Reynolds), who, after being diagnosed with lung cancer, enters a top secret research program that promises to cure his terminal illness. Hours after joining the program, Wilson is met with evil scientist Ajax (Skrien), who puts him through a series of torturous experiments that cause a mutation in Wilson’s blood cells, curing his cancer, but disfiguring his flesh and giving him accelerated healing abilities. After the research facility is burned to the ground, Wilson uses the help of his

friends Weasel (T.J. Miller) and X-Men characters Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead to save his kidnapped girlfriend Vanessa (Maccarin), and seek revenge against Ajax. “Deadpool” gives loyal fans of the beloved X-Men character a highly entertaining movie, but a good portion of its humor may be a little confusing to those unfamiliar with the previous X-Men movies, namely 2009’s “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” Because there are several references to characters, actors, and plots from other X-Men movies, the picture comes across as a ‘fan film’ in places, rather than a stand alone action comedy. On the upside, however, the acting performances are fantastic. Ryan Reynolds portrays the fourth wall breaking gun-for-hire Wade Wilson/ Deadpool flawlessly. Meanwhile Morena Baccarin, who plays Wilson’s love interest Vanessa Carlysle, provides tons of comic relief and charm to the overall story. “I personally enjoyed the movie a great deal,” English Professor, Steve Higgins said. “I’m not necessarily a huge fan of the character in the comics, so I wasn’t super excited to go see it,

like I am with some comic adaptations. But I’m glad I went, because it was a lot of fun, just a good time. It’s definitely not suitable for all audiences though, and anyone considering seeing it will need to seriously consider if juvenile humor and ultra-violence are things they can tolerate.” Being one of few ‘Superhero’ films to receive an “R” rating prior to release, “Deadpool” has become a surprise hit, breaking box office records for highest grossing R-rated film over opening weekend ($132.7 million), and others. Following this news, 20th Century Fox has already announced a sequel to “Deadpool,” according hollywoodreporter.com, and an untitled “Wolverine” based movie. That being said, I give “Deadpool” a 3 out of 4 reels. Simply because it’s fun, stays true to its source material, and sets up nicely for a follow up movie. Plus, I look forward to seeing how it opens the doors for future Marvel movies to get a little bloodier and more mature for adult comic book fans.

Verdict: 3 reels.

Helpful Tips on Losing Weight Kelly Rulison krulison@lc.edu

Whether man or woman, most people feel uncomfortable with their weight at one point or another in their life. Here are some things to consider when trying to lose weight. The first and most important step one could take in the process of shedding pounds is to learn to be comfortable with their current weight. It’s not easy and it might seem unimportant, given that the goal is to get rid of the weight, but to go to the gym eager to lose the weight in a day will result in a sense of failure. Do it for health benefits or to become physically stronger; those reasons won’t tear down one’s self-esteem if immediate results aren’t shown. The best thing to do when exercising, if it’s not done regularly, is to set a pace that works for the individual. Many gyms have group activities that people can get involved in like yoga and Zumba. Don’t worry about keeping up with groups that have set routines if that routine isn’t a fit. Next, find a type of exercise that works best for the individual person. Not everyone feels comfortable or even enjoys the boring treadmill or simple weight lifting. If a more interactive style works for you, try jumping on a trampoline, riding a bicycle, or swimming. When you work out, focus more on the activity rather than how much weight is being lost. Take a stroll with a friend or listen to some music while walking around the block for about 30-45 minutes, three to five times a week. Diet is also a big part of the weight loss program, however there isn’t a need to

Image from evolvingthroughexercise.wordpress.com get overwhelmed by completely changing diets. If salads bring out a cringe, then give steamed or raw vegetables with peanut butter a shot, and if that doesn’t cut it, give some fruit a try. The important thing to remember when dieting is to think what the healthier choice is while in the midst of deciding; however, don’t completely cut out your favorite foods. Fried chicken with steamed vegetables can be an easy start

to transition into healthier choices down the road. All in all, love thyself unconditionally, exercise with caution to self-esteem, and eat good food with healthy food. For more information or to get started on losing weight visit the L&C free workout room located in the River Bend Arena, and for more information on good nutrition visit the L&C Health Clinic in Fobes.

from Hannah Dear Hannah, Hope all is well with you, as for me am getting ready to graduate from high school in May and am already applying for different colleges. So far, one college is offering me a full ride scholarship into a theater program that I really want to join, but there is another college that is closer to home that also offers a decent drama program. As you may understand yourself, preparing for college can be a pretty nerve racking experience, but, luckily, I already know what I want to do as a career. I want to become an actress. I want to be more than just the tip of the iceberg, I want to be a role model for aspiring young actresses; an icon, like Meryl Streep. I believe I can do it, I guess I’m just scared to leave my mom, sisters, and puppy behind while I start a new semester of my life somewhere far away from them. I know this will be tough for me either way, but is there anything I could do to make this decision any easier? Please and thank you, Meandering Megan Dear Meandering Megan, Leaving behind your family is no easy task, however, you have to think of your future and happiness over anyone else’s right now. Personally, I think taking the full ride is a nobrainer. If you are able to avoid student debt, why wouldn’t you want to jump at the opportunity? While being out on your own means the chance to have more freedom, it also means you’ll be taking on more responsibility. There are many things that you’ll now have to do on your own; cooking, cleaning, and staying organized are just naming a few. If you choose to go with the greater distance option, think of all the new friends you can make! College is where you meet some of your lifelong friends and who knows - maybe you’ll even meet that special someone. As far as staying in touch, it is easier than ever with the technology available today. There are a variety of ways that can happen: Skype, FaceTime, texting, or even calling your family on the phone. Don’t forget that you can always make it a road trip for the weekend and go home to see your family and pup! Take your newly made friends with you and show them the fun things to do around your hometown! While these are all very small pieces of the very large puzzle that is college, my best piece of advice to you is to really take the time to weigh your options. This is a big life decision that should not be made or influenced by anyone besides yourself. With that being said, best of luck to you and remember that your happiness matters more than anyone else’s right now.

A Look Into ‘The Life of Pablo’ by Kanye West Matt Monroe mmmonroe@lc.edu

Kanye West’s highly anticipated seventh studio album, “The Life of Pablo,” released Feb.14, is the most interesting mess of 2016, thus far. From his debut record, “The College Dropout,” to his previous effort, “Yeezus,” Kanye West has produced some of the past decade’s most influential hip-hop. “The Life of Pablo,” however, seems to be a culmination of everything he’s done in music up until this point, as opposed to something that pushes forward and doing new things. For instance, one could find that some of the songs contain a dash of soul, similar to the aforementioned “The College Dropout,” or the pop-appeal of West’s third album, “Graduation” and others. However, due to bad tracklisting, this does not come together as well as it should. Before diving too deep into the negatives, I’d like to point out some of the good things that do come out of this album. First off, the production on this album is

Kanye West’s new album release “The Life of Pablo.” Image from runthetrap.com incredible and features some of West’s most The Rapper. diverse work in terms of sounds, as he really Also, the moody “FML” delivers a sample does grab from every album he’s done for of West’s strong writing talent, detailing his different songs, and they’re not all bad. struggles with faithfulness and more in his The intro track, “Ultralight Beam,” is one relationship with his wife, Kim Kardashian. of Kanye’s best, due to its gospel elements Furthermore, I mentioned earlier that along with a star-making verse from Chance this album is a mess and it really is. The

song transitions, for example, are extremely rough, and overall sonically and thematically the album can’t seem to find a singular point. While this album might have some of his best writing to date in songs like “Real Friends,” “30 Hours” and “No More Parties In LA” it also features some of his worst lyrics to date. This includes the cryptic opening verse of “Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1,” and the intensely misogynistic lines heard on “Famous,” “Highlights,” and “Waves.” After getting married and having two kids, one would think that Kanye would calm down that type of behavior. At the same time, though, I feel like he’s using his music to vent his frustrations, which he did to near-perfection on “Yeezus.” I just think it didn’t work as well this time around. Overall, I’m really split on this album. While I like a lot of the elements at play here, they don’t come together that well and it’s pretty disappointing. For an artist who was prided on his cohesive pieces of musical art, this album decides to go against that for no real reason. I’m going to give this album a B-.

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Vol. 46 • Issue 6, March 2016

4 Feature

celebration of

BLACK history PHOTOGRAPHS BY KRISTIE MORRISON

MONTH

PIZZA, POETRY AND MUSIC

A pictorial overview of events held in celebration of Black History Month.

Two of the members of the five-piece band Weather Hill sing the song Lost in Love by Air Supply.

EAST ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE

Performer, Tenetia Wilson-Crosby, has the time of her life while showing students a traditional West African performance.

L&C Student, Tianna James is featured in the “hall of fame” at the Sunshine Cultural Arts Center in East St. Louis.

Students gather at the Underground Connection, located right beneath Reid Café for Pizza, Poetry and Music. Nicole Nelson, also known as Poetic One, visited L&C’s campus for Pizza, Poetry, and Music where she was the main speaker.

East St. Louis Community Performance Ensemble Dancers pose for a group photo after a traditional West African performance on February 15. Pictured back row from left to right are Sierra Mason, Rayshunda (Abeni) Gibson, Jennifer (Hadarah) Street, Tenetia Wilson-Crosby, Jamea Jackson front row are Sahfi Uwizeye and Janilah Lewis.

FOR GIRLS ONLY WORKSHOP Students gather to hear Dr. Kizart’s presentation on women’s empowerment.

Jeriann Johnson poses for a picture while thinking of challenges that women have overcome.

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6 Entertainment What are your Spring Break plans ? Watching movies

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Spring Break without Breaking the Bank Drew Myers dmyers@lc.com

Lewis and Clark Community College students will rejoice when spring break, starts March 14, giving them a whole week to put down their textbooks and spend time with friends. This time can be used to relax, sleep, and catch up on some favorite tv shows, but also an opportunity for students to enjoy a well deserved mini vacation. However, some may wonder whether or not the hard earned cash is worth spending on a holiday out of town. For those who would like to plan a trip this spring, here are five helpful tips for a student to have a great, memorable vacation without breaking the bank.

To start, one would need to choose a different destination. Usually, larger groups gather at warmer spots, like beaches, over break, but one could also beat the massive crowds by trying out somewhere different like Oregon, Wisconsin, Louisiana or Arizona. Each of which can offer their own unique tourist attractions not many students will have the opportunity to enjoy. Another idea is to stay out of the sky. Gas prices for vehicles are slowly decreasing, making the possibility of a road trip more cost efficient. There are many fees associated with flying, aside from the rates of plane tickets. Students could drive a car with a higher gas mileage and split the cost of the trip with a group of friends.

Another tip is to plan out meals ahead of time. By making a tentative schedule of lunch schedules and restaurants, one could save time and money along the trip. This also could make it easier for students to budget in some indulgent extras, like stopping for frozen yogurt, without all the guilt. In addition, students can save money by not buying any souvenirs. Many times, knick knacks are bought during a trip and then later forgot about, collecting dust on shelves. To avoid this, one could instead invest that money into a cool activity while along the trip. “Once on a camping trip, my buddies and I decided to save our extra money up along the way and go ziplining. I had never gone before and it was pretty cool

addition to a great time,” said Sophomore Electrical Engineering Major Dustin Klaus. One final thing to keep in mind is to be realistic, and don’t stay for an entire week. Hotel rates can be pretty steep even with groups sharing the expenses. Finding a set group of travel days within a workable timeframe helps out in the long run. This way, there is ample time to see all of the main attractions, and return home to prepare for the upcoming school week, while saving some cash along the way. There are plenty more ideas out there on how to save money this spring break, and to those interested in finding out more, head on over to http://bit.ly/1LiIAcK.

Sudoku

Women’s History Month Maze March is Women’s History Month, a time to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Did you know, while seeking to amend the U.S. Constitution, the women’s suffrage movement also waged a state-by-state campaign? The territory of Wyoming was the first to give women the vote in 1869, but the Constitution wasn’t ratified to give women the right to vote until 1920.

Fill in the grid with digits in such a manner that every row, every column and every 3x3 box accommodates the digits 1-9, without repeating any. Find the answer key to this puzzle at www.thelcbridge.com/puzzles.

In honor of Women’s History Month, help Rosie the Riveter make her way to the voting booth. Find the answer key to this puzzle at www.thelcbridge.com/puzzles.

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Vol. 46 • Issue 6, March 2016

LIfestyles 7

Remembering the Late Harper Lee Eat Like a Grown-Up

Helen Jarden hjarden@lc.edu World renowned author Harper Lee passed away on Feb. 19, 2016 at the age of 89 years old. Harper Lee was known for her extremely famous novel “To Kill A Mockingbird” which has won a Pulitzer-Prize along with many other awards. The novel takes place in a small town in Alabama and is about childhood, coming of age, mental illness, and racial prejudice in the legal system of the South. The main character of the story, a young girl named Scout, watches her father try to defend an innocent black man who was falsely accused of rape. She also learns that one shouldn’t be so quick to judge, as often times those judgements are wrong. In the narration of the story, Harper Lee writes “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” She also wrote the prequel “Go Set a Watchman” but only published it recently. The novel explores the past of the characters in “To Kill A Mockingbird” and also the darker problems racism caused in the South. It was obvious where she got some of her inspiration. Harper Lee grew up in a small town in Alabama called Monroeville. Her father was a retired editor, and worked as a lawyer most of his life. She had two sisters and a brother. She went to school at Huntingdon College, a women’s college, before transferring to the University of Alabama. While at the university, she contributed to the school’s newspaper the

Helen Jarden hjarden@lc.edu

Photo by Helen Jarden Harper Lee famous author of “To Kill A Mockingbird”. Image from reuters.com “Rammer Jammer” and eventually became its editor. She lived a private life and tried to avoid the attention that often followed famous celebrities such as herself. Instead, she focused on giving back to people, and made many generous contributions to charities. After her death, the Ol’ Curiosities Book Shoppe, located in her home town, hosted a candlelight vigil on Feb. 28th to honor her passing. “Ms. Lee impacted millions

of lives through her books, ‘To Kill A Mockingbird,’ and the recently released ‘Go Set A Watchman.’ Her death is one that was truly felt around the world. She will be greatly missed,” they announced on a blog entry, available here: http://ocbookshoppe. com/blog/harper-lee-memorial/ If you’re interested in learning more about Harper Lee, check out her biography at http://www.biography.com/people/harperlee-9377021.

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Fiesty Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground hamburger • 1 can whole corn, drained • 1 can of black beans, rinsed • 1 tsp cumin • ½ tsp chili powder • 1 jar of salsa • ½ cup sliced mini peppers • Sour cream (optional) • Black Olives (optional) • Shredded cheddar cheese (optional) Directions 1. Fry ground hamburger in large skillet until light brown. 2. Add corn, black beans, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 10 minutes. 3. Add salsa and peppers, cook for five more minutes. 4. Serve with corn chips. Add cheese, olives, and sour cream if desired.

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Vol. 46 • Issue 6, March 2016

8 Sports

Gladys Wanyama Inducted Into Trailblazers 2015 Hall of Fame

Kelly Rulison krulison@lc.edu

Gladys Wanyama stands out as a basketball player and as such has been inducted into the 2015 Trailblazers Hall of Fame. Wanyama is originally from Mombasa, Kenya and played basketball for Mombasa High School. In 2007, she transferred to Lewis and Clark Community College to play basketball and work on her Associate’s degree. During her time here, she played in the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 basketball seasons and was named National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) First Team All-American both seasons. She was also named Midwest Athletic Conference First Team both seasons and NJCAA Division 2 (DII) Basketball Region 24 First Team member both seasons. Wanyama was selected to the All Tournament team in Women’s Division 2 Region 24 during the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 seasons. In 2009, the Women’s Basketball

Standout basketball player Gladys Wanyama (33) has been chosen to join The Trailblazers 2015 Hall of Fame. Coaches Association (WBCA) and State Farm recognized Wanyama as State Farm Coaches’ All-America Team Honorable Mention. Wanyama, 31, is currently residing in Nashville, Tennessee, and said she is

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BASKETBALL Wrapping Up L&C’s Basketball Season Kelly Rulison krulison@lc.edu

The L&C basketball season is over, leaving the coaches and players to plan a strategy for next season. On Feb. 29 the men’s team played in the Region XXIV Play-In at 8 a.m. against Kaskaskia College and lost 6269. On March 2 at 8 a.m. the Trailblazers participated in Region Tournament 1st Round and made it all the way to Regional XXIV Finals. March 3 at 8 a.m. was the Region XXIV Semi-Finals. The men’s basketball team finished up their season March 4 at 8 a.m. in the Regional XXIV Finals. They have played a total of 30 games this season winning 10 and losing 20. “We plan on working harder for next season and improving our skills to reach higher levels,” said Doug Stotler, athletic director and men’s head basketball coach. Returning athletes on the men’s team are Mike Williams-Bey, Will Sides, Dorian Scruggs, DJ Ellebb, David Payne, Jr., Kolbe Caldwell, Demetri Williams, Berin

Maksumic, and Malik Washington. The women’s basketball team finished up their season on Feb. 27 against Lincoln with a loss of 64-54. “Our strong points are that we have pretty decent shooters and we have a couple good post players,” said Women’s Head Basketball Coach and Student Support Services Activity Coordinator Jaron Young. Young continued, “Our weaker points are that we are weak in numbers, and so we get fatigued easily.” The team had a season with seven wins and 21 losses. However the team is already making plans for next season and has high hopes for the next set of players. “We have high expectations to be in the top region next season and reach the national tournament,” said Young. Returning athletes on the women’s team are Brandy Davis, Kondriauna Miller, Aleksandra Rikic, Makayla Stokes, and Tiffany Walthour. For more information on the basketball teams, contact Stotler at dstotler@lc.edu or Young at jaryoung@ lc.edu.

Top: L&C’s Aleksandra Rikic (32) drives the ball down the court. Bottom: L&C’s Joan Povea(5) and Dorian Scruggs(20) pressure Kaskaskia’s player Joffery Brown(24) during the game against Kaskaskia College.

Photo provided by: L&C Flickr

very honored to be recognized and join the Trailblazers Hall of Fame. “I was so happy to be part of Lewis and Clark Community College both as an athlete and student,” Wanyama said. “I thank [former] coach Peg Mitchell

for selecting me to her team and for pushing me and encouraging me,” Mitchell said. Mitchell, who was Wanyama’s head coach both seasons, said she is very deserving of the recognition. “Gladys had a skill and presence on the court not many players possess. She had the ability to control the game on the offensive and defensive end,” said Mitchell. “When she was selected NJCAA AllAmerican First Team for the second time, she was only one of five players in the history of the sport to do so. That is a special player, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to not only coach Gladys, but to know her as a person,” Mitchell said. Wanyama graduated with her Associate in Arts degree from Lewis and Clark in 2009. She is currently married and has one daughter, works for Ceva Logistics, and plans to return to school to complete her education in nursing. For more information on the Athletics department, visit www.lc.edu/athletics.

Women’s History Month Recognizes Women in Sports Kelly Rulison krulison@lc.edu

The month of March celebrates Women’s History by observing some of the most influential women in sports. First on the list is mixed martial artist Ronda Rousey, a women’s Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Champion, who had gone undefeated until Nov. 15, 2015 when she competed against Holly Holm. Although her defeat sent ripples through the sporting world, it also presented her with a serious challenge that she hasn’t had since her early days of competitive judo. Born on Feb. 1, 1987 in Riverside, California, Rousey suffered from complications at birth, having issues with her speech until she was six. Furthermore, young Ronda struggled in class and was homeschooled for parts of elementary and high school, but she found an outlet for her frustration when her mother persuaded her to learn judo. At age 16, she became the youngest American to earn the national No. 1 ranking in the women’s half-middleweight division. Now, Rousey has a $6.5 million salary that comes from endorsements such as Carl’s Jr. and her guest appearance in the hit movie, “Fast and Furious 7.” Another recognizable female athlete is tennis icon, Serena Williams. Williams was born Sept. 26, 1981 in Saginaw, Michigan. She started playing Tennis as early as three years old, and by the age of 10, she was not only competing in, but winning tournaments. Williams won her first World Tennis Association (WTA) tour singles victory in early 1999, at the Open Gaz de France in Paris. She went on to finish the 1999 season ranked in the top five tennis players in the world, before winning her first Olympic gold medal the following year in 2000. Lisa Leslie is arguably the most recognized player in the Women’s National Basketball

Association (WNBA). “Leslie made a very strong impact towards young women by being the first women to make a dunk in women’s basketball,” said Women’s Basketball Coach, Jared Young. Born July 7, 1972, in Gardena, California, Leslie has been playing basketball since middle school when she played on an all-boys team. At 14, before Leslie had even started high school, she received more than 100 college recruiting letters, some from top Division 1 programs, including the University of Tennessee and Stanford University. Aside from being an Olympic champion and three-time WNBA MVP, Leslie lead the charge for the Los Angeles Sparks who, with her help and skills, won the WNBA title for the first time in 2001. “All Athletic women are a positive influence on the young aspiring women of the future,” said Sports Secretary, Dionne McElroy. For more on women in sports, visit http:// bit.ly/1DCl1BV, to see a full timeline, with fun facts about each historical female athelete.

Rowdy Ronda Photo Rousey former UFC provided by: Bantamweight Champion. rondarousey.net

Photos by: AUDREY PARSELL

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