For the Students, by the Students April 2015 Volume 45 Issue 7
Photo by Julia Johnson Caleb Martin and Alex Peterson using the modeling software and a Kinect camera by Microsoft to take a 3D model image of Alex.
Photo by Julia Johnson Architecture student Alex Peterson from Edwardsville and Drafting student Caleb Martin from Wilsonville hold 3D models of themselves in Trimpe's Printing Lab.
Xbox 360 Kinect Camera Used for 3D Printing Aaron Walton Staff Writer Luke Jumper, assistant professor of Drafting & Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technology, is working toward providing a new way to help Lewis and Clark CAD students further understand architecture, as well help express creativity through 3D printing. Scanning an object creates a digital 3D model of the object on a computer. Then, by using specific software programs, and filling the 3D printer with the necessary materials to form the object, an item can be replicated. L&C professors Jumper and Scott Hudson, are putting to use this 3D technology with plans to replicate a person as a miniature figure. Jumper and Hudson will be using 3D technology to copy entire rooms, in an attempt to give architecture students a new way of learning and interacting with projects. This goal can be achieved by using a 3D scanning program called Skanect, and a modified Kinect from the Xbox 360 to serve as the scanner. The combination of the Skanect program and the Kinect allow Jumper and Hudson to scan complex objects and print in higher resolutions to make items more life-like. “I think it’s very interesting to hear about
this project, 3D printing is still fairly new, but it’s an amazing thing that already has made a major impact in various fields. The potential for innovation is almost limitless in helping us further understand how we can further improve architecture, as well as help improve and make things less costly,” Eric Ostendorph, Computer Networking and Administration major said. The technological community has found various useful ways of manipulating the original function of the Xbox Kinect despite its poor motion detecting capabilities. In Jumper’s case, altering the Kinect firmware, which is a program embedded within the device, can be useful for 3D printing by scanning objects. “Even though the Kinect was originally used for just gaming, we in the CAD community, as well as many other fields of work have found many uses for it besides gaming. The power of the Kinect's camera is almost on par with an actual 3D scanner that costs way more. [This] helps improve other technologies outside gaming we use in our everyday lives,” Jumper said. To learn more about Jumper’s 3D experiment at L&C, he can be contacted at ljumper@lc.edu. charleswalton2112@gmail.com
Photo by Julia Johnson Close-up shot of Alex Peterson’s 3D model of himself.
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Truck Driving Training and Logistics Management Programs Now Offered Chris Hartwig Staff Writer Lewis and Clark Community College hopes to gain momentum for two recent additions, the Logistics Management certificate and Truck Driver Training program. Grant funding through the Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training program (TAACCCT) paved the way for these new programs and the expansion of several others. The Mississippi River Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Consortium (MRTDL), led by Lewis and Clark and dedicated to advancing economic development in the Mississippi River region, aims to provide students with customized training while connecting the students with employers looking to add to their staff. Each Truck Driver Training
group is geared to train eight to 12 students. This allows the instructor a chance for some individualized time with students. Each class is eight weeks long, and enables students to learn the fundamentals of driving a semi and tractor trailer specialized commercial vehicles, including a truck and trailer rig. The first week of the class, the students will work on getting their permit. Once students receive their permit, hands on training begins. Students focus on the importance of shifting, double clutching, pre- trip inspection, post-trip inspection and how to write in the log book. The course can also help with obtaining Hazmat and tanker endorsements, certifying the driver to legally and safely haul dangerous liquids, gases and other materials. “This program is critical to get students who want to learn the basic principles of this industry, and to help get placed
into a great career. This industry is on a decline with a driver shortage of over 150,000 driver’s country wide, and it will only get worse,” said Davie Metzger, lead instructor of the program. Recent donations have been made to help the program along. Cassens Transport Company donated a car-hauler tractortrailer, and Con-Way Freight donated twin trailers with a converter dolly. In addition to the 2015 Kenworth and 53-foot wrapped trailer, which was purchased for the program using grant money, L&C also purchased a used singleday cab to haul the twin trailers. One of the first graduates of 2014, Eric Gamblin, who is currently employed with ConWay, presented the company’s donation. Another program which benefits from MRTDL, a Logistics Management Certificate program, was launched this spring semester.
Photo from L&C Flickr Lewis and Clark Community College’s truck used for training drivers is pictured above. Logistics Management is the detailed organization of scheduling appropriation of individuals, products and places of business. With this certificate, students can work as transportation and or distribution managers, or stock and material movers. It can be used to earn an Associate of in Applied Science degree in
Management and possibly be applied to a bachelor’s degree as well. For more information on Truck Driver Training contact Davie Metzger at (618) 468-5796. Contact Doug Schneiderheinze about Logistics Management at (618) 468-4576. chhartwig@lc.edu
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Lesser-Known Classes Could Apply to Program Requirements Shawn Blackwell Staff Writer As the 2015 spring semester at Lewis and Clark Community College concludes, many students have begun planning what courses they wish to enroll in next semester. However, some offered classes aren’t well-known to the student population. Such classes include: Creative Writing, Theory and Design of Video Games, 3D Modeling and Animation, as well as a certificate program on Social Media Marketing. Students interested in entering the Criminal Justice program are sure to take a class on forensics, but may not be aware that a course on Crime and Pop Culture is also available. For example, L&C offers the option of taking a course on Creative Writing, focusing on poetry, which can fulfill a literary requirement.
“While attending Lewis and Clark, students have the opportunity to take courses that may be personally appealing, but may also count towards their major. Many of our courses are also part of our wonderful certificate programs as well.” -Eileen Martindale, L&C Advisor “I was completely unaware they had classes like that… for someone wanting to explore differences in literature, or even art, that’s a great class for them,” undecided major, Samantha Tibbitts said. When students make their decisions on what classes to enroll in, they usually have the help of a counselor to assist in making the right choices for their degree.
“While attending Lewis and Clark, students have the opportunity to take courses that may be personally appealing, but may also count towards their major. Many of our courses are also part of our wonderful certificate programs as well,” L&C Advisor Eileen Martindale said. With these classes, students are capable of taking classes that are unconventional, but may also pertain to their major. The certificate programs, though not accepted transferable credits, allow students to make themselves more marketable not only to schools, but also on resumes for better business opportunities. Students are encouraged to browse through catalog.lc.edu for L&C’s course catalog, which includes both summer and online classes. sblackwell@lc.edu
Student Government Association Calls for Action on Wayfinding Issue Kelly Rulison Staff Writer Both students and visitors have difficulties with locating their destinations due to the lack of wayfinding signs on the Lewis and Clark campus. The Student Government Association (SGA) has a plan in place to cutback on wandering time. Visitors or new students are often unfamiliar with the L&C campus, and become lost easily with the lack of directional signs. Each building has its own uniquely designed signs, lacking a cohesive overall theme for the campus. Easily identifiable directional signs would make campus travel far more efficient for guests, new and returning students. Parking lots also have no signs designating which lot a person is currently in or who is allowed to park
there. Visitor parking is broken up into three areas; outside of Erickson Hall, outside of Aiden Hall and near the Wade entrance. The main student parking is located at the back of the campus between Montessori Children’s House and Trimpe Advanced Technology Center. “I remember my first visit here, I was looking for enrollment and I had no idea where I was going. I started out in Hatheway and, after 30 minutes of wandering, made it to enrollment,” Computer Graphics major Jessica Holding said. Several members of SGA expressed similar stories while speaking with L&C President Dale Chapman about the wayfinding issue. “The entire campus should have one sign theme in order to let the students easily find their way around the campus. SGA proposed this to the [L&C] President, and he attended our meeting on April 1 to
hear our concerns about this issue,” SGA President Logan Walker said. The solution to this issue is in its infancy and will take some time before action is set in motion. SGA is working in conjunction with faculty and staff to implement a plan to address directional concerns. “Student Government is currently working to get more signage on campus. The students have all agreed that Lewis and Clark needs to have more wayfinding signs on campus. It is very hard to make your way around campus when there are not any signs directing you to get to each building,” Walker said. To view the parking options at L&C visit www.lc.edu/Parking, or call (618) 468-7000 for help with specific directions. krulison@lc.edu
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Contact The Bridge 2014-2015 Staff Laura Inlow Adviser lgriffith@lc.edu Athena Whitty Editor in Chief athenawhitty@yahoo.com Darick Earney Associate Editor dearney@lc.edu Hannah Auston Layout Editor hannahauston@gmail.com Cartoon by Eric Welch
Bits and Bytes of Advice with Athena Athena Whitty Editor in Chief Dear Athena, Since smoking won’t be allowed anywhere on campus after this spring semester, I need help quitting – for good this time. I’ve tried to stop before, and I’ve even been successful for short periods, but I always seem to fall back into my old habits. How can I quit for good? Sincerely, Smokin’ Sammy Dear Smokin’ Sammy, As of July 1, smoking will be prohibited everywhere on campus, making this a great time to decide to quit - and you're in good company. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more former smokers today than current ones, and with health risks including multiple forms of cancer, heart disease, stroke, infertility and more, there’s no wonder. The first thing you can try is to pick a quit date and stick to it. Mark the date on your calendar. Prior to your quit date, make a list
of things you can do instead when a craving to smoke arises. Once the designated date has arrived, get rid of any remaining ashtrays, lighters, and any other smoking related items. This will help combat the urges to smoke, by making it not easily accessible, and removing the constant lurking reminder. Breaking a smoking habit is a two-part process. One is breaking the Whitty addiction, and the other is stopping the physical habit of smoking. To aid in breaking the physical habit, carry small snacks or something to chew on to fight cravings: lollipops, gum, carrot sticks, sunflower seeds, Corn Nuts, or even toothpicks, are all possible alternatives. People attempting to quit will often have a relapse or slip-up. Keep in mind that this is a common issue. It doesn't mean defeat during an attempt to quit, just that there was a hiccup. If this happens to you, don’t give
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Graphic by Karen Hancock up, just start over. The amount of time between slips will get longer and longer until, eventually, there won’t be anymore relapses. Find more resources for quitting at www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking, smokefree.gov, or visit the Lewis and Clark Family Health Clinic’s webpage at www.lc.edu/FHC for materials and a help line you can call if you need more assistance. athenawhitty@yahoo.com
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Netflix Original Series 'House of Cards' Stacking Up Against Competition Darick Earney Associate Editor On Feb. 27, Netflix released the third season of its critically acclaimed remake series, “House of Cards." The hit show follows the events of Francis “Frank” J. Underwood and his wife, Claire, as they plot against members of the United States government to achieve higher power. The series originated from the hit British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) miniseries of the same name. Fans of the Earney remake would argue that they share a similar title, but the U.S. version has a much grittier feel. “David Fincher directed the first few episodes and his style has permeated the series ever since. Dark tones and muted colors help to establish the style and look of the series. In addition, famous directors such as Jodi Foster, Agniezka Holland and even Robin Wright
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What is the best April Fool's prank you have pulled or had pulled on you? by Maxine Camero
“April 1, we had French class, and we decided as a class to not respond to our teacher whatsoever. As a response, he read the entirety of ‘The Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner’ at us.” -Brennan Larson, Alton, Computer Science major
“Went down to the goat farm, grabbed four goats from my uncle. Wrote 1,2,3,5, on the goats, the school staff searched for the fourth goat for like, eight days, and came up with nothing.” -Noah Knapp, Edwardsville, undecided major
“Best prank I ever pulled is still going on. Whenever I started at Lewis and Clark, I started prank calling one of my music friends from one of the practice rooms. I pretended I was an old man trying to sell him Girl Scout Cookies. To this day, it's been two years, he still doesn’t know it’s me. I call him every other week.” -Evan Shaw, Austin, Texas, Music major
“One time, I gave my sister some really spicy food, then told her the cure was to drink some CocaCola.” -Sarah Dhue, Alton, Computer Graphics major
“My mother pulled out lint from the dryer, and said it was a mouse, threw it at my siblings and I, and scared us.” -Lucas Gardner, Carrollton, Fine Arts major
“My parents kept buying sugar-free Jello, and I asked them several times not to, but they kept doing it. I took their phones, put them in plastic bags, and put the phones in the Jello.” -Draven Choat, Godfrey, undecided major
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Photo by Julia Johnson Team Klopimia members from Highland High School (F to R): Josh Wagner, Gavin Hemphill and Joshua Kineke working their trebuchets while captain Adam Kelso and Judges watch.
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Photo by Julia Johnson The Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man Team from Jersey Community High School members (L to R) Trevor Ayres, Jordan Sievers (walking) and Jake Breitweiser compete with their trebuchets.
Lewis and Clark Hosted the 8th Annual Trebuchet Competition Drew Myers Staff Writer Swinging back around this March 27 to Lewis and Clark is the 8th annual trebuchet competition. Teams of high school students from the local area come together to show off their mastery of math and medieval weaponry. “A trebuchet is a battle machine used in the middle ages to throw heavy payloads at enemies. The payload could be thrown a far distance and do considerable damage, either by smashing down walls or striking the enemy while inside their stronghold,” according to real-world-physics-problems.com. The basic setup of this weapon is a frame connected to an arm, with a slinged pouch possessing weight on one end, and a counter weight on the other to achieve the swinging motion. Materials used for the competing trebuchets include wood, PVC pipe and metal. Trebuchets created by the students are made under the supervision of a sponsor with the assistance of computer-aided design (CAD) programs and trebuchet simulations. This year, 40 teams from 11 different surrounding high schools make up the pool of participants, which is a little less than last year, according to L&C mathematics professor Kevin Bodden. Competitors check in at L&C’s River Bend Arena at 8 a.m. and the official competition kicks off an hour later.
The competition gives competing students the opportunity to display their critical thinking skills, while testing their second hand knowledge from various math and science courses they have taken. “The annual trebuchet contest is a great opportunity for high school students to apply lessons learned in physics and math to a handson application. In addition, the event fosters team building, exploration, and problem solving. These are critical skills for those interested in pursuing jobs in an engineering field,” Bodden said. A great deal of trigonometry, physics, and algebra is demonstrated when constructing the trebuchet and allowing for the best results. The motion of the trebuchet is comparable to that of a golf swing, focusing on the force and angular trajectory of the load, according to real-world-physics-problems.com While this event is built around education through mathematics, the teams experienced an enjoyable time. “This is my first year with the trebuchet team. It’s been a lot of fun. Just the competitiveness and the ability to create something yourself makes it a great time,” Cameron Foust, East Alton-Wood River junior said. For more information about the trebuchet competition or the mathematics behind it, contact Bodden at kbodden@lc.edu. drmyers@lc.edu
Photo by Julia Johnson All Female Team Fab 5 from East Alton Wood River High School members (front to rear) Riley Wallendorff, Haley Kerpan and Emilee Olinghouse operate their trebuchets in competition.
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Ladies Leading the Way for Modernized Reboots Maxine Camero Staff Writer On Feb. 6, Marvel Comics introduced an all girl Avengers team known as the “A-Force," while an all-female cast for a new “Ghostbusters” reboot was also announced in the same month. Since the announcement of the allfemale “Ghostbusters” cast, some fans and moviegoers have been scratching their heads about how the reboot will win over modern audiences. “They just better call it ‘LADY Ghostbusters’ so people know what they’re walking into. Wouldn’t want irate ticket-buyers asking for refunds,” soncharm (@soncharm) tweeted. The idea of having a female version of “Ghostbusters” arose when Paul Feig, the director of the new “Ghostbusters” movie, had a meeting with Sony Pictures Co-Chairman Amy Pascal. Feig and Pascal both had reached the conclusion that the remaining original cast of “Ghostbusters” (Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson) wouldn’t be
interested in doing the film. Also cited, due to the 25-year gap since the first film came out, it would be difficult to resume the storyline. “My favorite thing to do is work with funny women. I was like, what if it was an all female cast? If they were all women? Suddenly, my mind kind of exploded: that would be really fun,” said Feig, in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. “A-Force," which will be taking the place of the Avengers comic series, which will be ending in May 2015. SheHulk, Medusa, Dazzler and several more will be seen in this new comic. “More women in film is always a good thing, but it also matters in how these female characters are treated,” said Dianna Lefevre, a Lewis and Clark Community College Women in Literature Professor. “Hollywood has a tendency to get a good idea and then execute it in a rather bad way. So, if these new films that prominently feature women portray women as fully rounded human beings who also have some pretty kick-ass abilities, that would be a win all
Photo from cnn.com She-Hulk, Dazzler and other comic book superheroines strike a pose for the first official “A-Force: Secret Wars” issue. the way around.” With that said, the “A-Force” and the “Ghostbusters” can be seen as the beginning of a new era for female roles in film and entertainment. For more information on “A-Force,"
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Student Artwork on Display in Hatheway Julia Johnson Business Manager Running from April 10 to May 1, dozens of works from fine art, computer graphics and web design students at Lewis and Clark Community College will be displayed for viewing. A month after housing the Faculty Art Exhibition, Hatheway Gallery will once again play host to the 11th Annual Student Art Exhibition. The types of art that will be on display include digital photography, graphic illustration, web page design, paintings, drawings, sculptures, prints and several other mediums. Students submitted work to be judged and selected separately by art type: digital or physical. Fine art students are limited to submitting three works per specific medium, which include 2D art, 3D art and mixed media. All submitted works must be completed by students during the 2014-2015 academic year. Computer graphics and web design students, however, have no limit to the number of pieces they may submit for jurying. Many students are taking full advantage of the absence of a submission limit, and are entering over two dozen works to be considered.
“I am submitting 29 digital artworks to this year’s show, ranging from digital photography to digital illustration and advertising,” Computer Graphics student Sarah Dhue said. The exhibition is an opportunity for students to receive recognition for their works, as well as see the works of other artists throughout campus. “I think it's a wonderful and exciting way to show your work, and to hold yourself against other people in your classes who work in your medium, and and see how you’re doing,” Fine Art student Jody Jedlicka said. An opening reception and awards ceremony will be held on Friday, April 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Submissions that are selected for the exhibition will compete for more than $600 in cash and prizes, that will be awarded on the April 10 ceremony. Students displaying work in the exhibition will also have the opportunity to sell their works to potential buyers. L&C students, as well as the public, are invited to view the gallery through the duration of the exhibit. Hatheway Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday for viewing of the student art.
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'Star Trek's' Leonard Nimoy Reaches the Final Frontier Darick Earney Associate Editor Star Trek’s Leonard Nimoy entered UCLA Medical Center in California on Feb. 19, complaining of severe chest pains. After complications with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Nimoy died Feb. 27. Nimoy had a career both on stage and in cinema for over 60 years. Among some of his most famous roles were Mr. Spock in the “Star Trek: Original Series," and the voice of Galvatron in the 1986 animated feature, “Transformers: The Movie." “I think Leonard Nimoy’s passing will have a huge impact on remembering the series of Star Trek, as well as the complexity behind his character, Mr. Spock,” Professor of Film Jim Price said. “Although Spock always preferred logic first and foremost, he also had a human side that could be more doubtful and impulsive. I feel that this personal struggle helped audiences identify with him, as well as give Mr. Spock a chance to speak for them from time to time.” Years after his retirement from acting, Nimoy had come back to reprise his role as “Mr. Spock” in the 2009 “Star Trek” reboot, and a TV show guest appearance on, “The Big Bang Theory." Four days before his death, Leonard Nimoy posted his final tweet on his Twitter page for his friends and followers that read: "A Life Is Like A Garden. Perfect
“Fans will remember him fondly. It also helps a little that Zachary Quinto’s portrayal of Spock in the most recent Star Trek films has been largely accepted and admired. Like many others upon hearing of his death, my thought was that he himself did live long and prosper." -Sean Hill, Vice President of Student Engagement moments can be had, but not preserved. LLAP [Live Long And Prosper]". “I think we can perhaps read some Spock into it. Spock evolved and developed as he aged. That statement does seem to make sense coming out of the mouth of an older, more mature Spock,” Vice President of Student Engagement Sean Hill said. “Like most men as they get older, Spock became more accepting of himself as an
emotional being. I suspect a younger Spock may have rejected the notion of a perfect moment.” Ukraine immigrants, Max and Dora, welcomed the birth of their son Leonard on March 26, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts. Nimoy’s interest in acting began at age eight while attending a local theater company until leaving for Hollywood at age 18 to pursue a movie career. Working on several low budget science fiction films, Nimoy’s career went on hiatus from 1953-1955 when he joined the U.S. Army reserve. During his service in the Reserves he married girlfriend, Sandra Zober, later having two children, Julia and Adam. His acting career grew in the early 1960s after starring in episodes of “Bonanza," “Gunsmoke," “The Outer Limits," and even “The Twilight Zone." Nimoy’s breakthrough role didn’t happen until the unprecedented science fiction series, “Star Trek." “Fans will remember him fondly. It also helps a little that Zachary Quinto’s portrayal of Spock in the most recent Star Trek films has been largely accepted and admired. Like many others upon hearing of his death, my thought was that he himself did live long and prosper,” Hill said. For more on the life and career of Leonard Nimoy, visit imdb.com to learn more about his acting credits and his rise to fame. dearney@lc.edu
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YouthBuild Works with Local School to Construct Buddy Benches Zachary Shaw Copy Editor Eunice Smith Elementary School students united together with Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild organization to create buddy benches, in a hope to build companionship and a neighborly atmosphere among students. “The purpose of the benches is to help build friendships. If someone is feeling down or doesn't have anyone to play with, then they sit on one of the benches and if someone sees them, then they go sit and talk to them and offer to play with them,” Director of
YouthBuild Sabrina Davis said. The benches were dedicated in honor of Sam Biggs, a kindergarten student at Eunice Smith, who died due to a rare childhood liver cancer on Jan. 28. While Biggs' life was cut short, his personality and attitude is still alive today, and on display to those who had never met him: “He [Biggs] was everyone’s buddy and a very friendly person,” YouthBuild student, John Burton said. YouthBuild is a L&C organization that serves to help young people ages 16 to 24 who are working towards achieving their General
Educational Development (G.E.D.) Certificate. The organization has partnerships with over 30 local agencies in efforts to complete community service projects. Sherrie Droste, a social skills tutor at Eunice Smith, reached out to L&C’s YouthBuild to collaborate with her students. YouthBuild students are also enrolled as AmeriCorps members, a federal government supported civil society program that takes part in extensive community service. Students in the YouthBuild program are required to complete 450 hours of community service in a year.
The buddy benches constructed by YouthBuild were more than just another community service project to help students meet their hours requirement, it was a project that meant nearly as much to them as the students at Eunice Smith. “A lot of our students struggled with traditional schooling and could really connect with the purpose behind the benches being built,” Davis said. Prior to visiting Eunice Smith, the YouthBuild students had already assembled the benches, but deconstructed them on site to be able to piece together the parts alongside the elementary students.
Graphic by Karen Hancock Margaret Wisnasky, a YouthBuild student, was emotionally touched by her experience with the younger students: “I felt motivated to be a better person. As a group, we were inspired by the kids' knowledge of the tools!”
To learn more about the community changing projects that YouthBuild engages in, contact Davis at sdavis@lc.edu or (618) 468-4193. zshaw@lc.edu
L&C Professor Ran for Ferguson City Ward 1 Position Hannah Auston Layout Editor
On April 7, the city of Ferguson, Missouri held its elections for City Council. Doyle McClellan, a Lewis and Clark Assistant Professor of Computer Network Security and Administration, was in the running for City Ward 1. “Ferguson is at a crucial point. Right now, almost every resident is asking questions about race in the community, how systemic issues impact people differently, and how we can move forward,” McClellan said. “I want to make sure we use this chance to analyze the underlying system and make deep and substantive changes, rather than kneejerk reactions.” McClellan’s campaign platform included six ideas: every plan must be made with the assumption revenues are shrinking, leverage private resources for public service and improvement, adjust law enforcement practices,
Photo courtesy of Doyle McClellan Doyle McClellan, his wife Hannah and son William with Al Jazeera America correspondent Ash-har Quraishi and producer Marla Cichowski after an interview. strengthen social, economic and cultural ties between residents, adjust code enforcement standards to encourage improvements and to support education. In a USA Today interview, Ella Jones, who also ran for City Ward 1, said, “We need to start mentoring our young people, getting them the leadership skills they
need.” Getting the younger generations involved is something both Jones and McClellan agree on. In fact, the reason McClellan and his wife moved to Ferguson was to raise their son there: “We must all work together to ensure it is a town his generation will be proud to call home.”
McClellan said there are many city-wide issues that need to be addressed. “We have got to get lawenforcement, courts, and codes out of the business of generating revenue. Those are parts of government whose top priority always needs to be to serve and to protect,” McClellan said. “In recent years, Ferguson
Photo courtesy of Doyle McClellan McClellan filled out a declaration of intent to run for Ferguson’s ward 1 city council position Dec 16, 2014. embraced the idea of using these as new revenue streams, when they did, it fundamentally altered the relationship between the city and its residents.” Visit http://bit.ly/1GkaL5y
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Lewis and Clark Lacks the Option of Intramural Sports Zachary Shaw Copy Editor
Lewis and Clark Community College offers a total of 10 varsity sports, and currently 17 different student clubs and organizations to participate in, intramural sports is not among the available options. Intramurals are organized recreational sports for people in a certain institution, most cases being colleges, to take part in friendly and competitive competitions. Intramural sports can cover a wide range of athletic games from basketball to badminton. Many students use intramural sports as a way to continue playing a sport, a social outlet, and a means of exercise. “They [intramural sports] help students mesh and meet new people, and they also give students the opportunity to engage in developmental activities outside of their academic commitments,” said Art major Dylan Howland. L&C’s lack of intramural sporting leagues can be pointed to several problematic areas including: scheduling conflicts, and limited available space. “Because of differences in student schedules, it is difficult to schedule agreed upon times for intramural sports, which occur for extended periods of time. Also, many students don’t stay on campus for events
and activities. Limited space is an issue because of the number of athletic teams that use the gym for practice and competition,” Sean Hill, Vice President of Student Engagement, said. However, L&C once held several different intramural leagues, with the most recent being more than 15 years ago. While the campus does not offer these specific leagues, the college’s student activities club has sponsored one day tournaments for various sports which have included: dodgeball, volleyball, kickball, basketball, wiffle ball, ping-pong, floor hockey, and soccer. These one-day tournaments have been running for the past three years. “I would love to see intramural sports become an on-going option for students,” Hill said. In addition, Hill noted that funds are available for intramural athletics. While intramural sports are currently not offered, that can be changed with the voice of the students. Students wanting to return intramurals to L&C should contact Jared Hennings, coordinator for Student Activities, at jhenning@lc.edu or in River Bend Arena Room 126. zshaw@lc.edu
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