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October 11, 2018
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HAUNTS THE MERAMEC STAGE
Theatre Department Debuts Fall Play
Photos by Amanda Harris
JACOB POLITTE STAFF WRITER The Meramec Theatre Department’s production of “The Crucible” hosted five performances Oct. 3-7. The Crucible is the first production of the 2018-2019 school year. Written by American playwright Arthur Miller in the 1950’s as fear of communism was sweeping the nation, his inspiration for the play was a critique of McCarthyism. Professor Michelle Rebollo has been a director and teacher at Meramec since 1996 and has directed more than 50 productions at Meramec during that time. She said the cast size of the production is unusually large compared to many past productions, featuring 22 key people.
She admits the production has been challenging. “Getting 22 people scheduled to mesh together is very, very challenging,” said Rebollo. There had to be several recastings, as some people dropped out of the production for varying reasons. Regardless, Rebollo said she is thrilled about the current cast. “The people that we’ve got playing these characters are fantastic; in fact, this cast is predominantly 50 percent students,” said Rebollo. “And we have a good many actors who are older, who happen to be community actors who have auditioned for this production. So, it’s a
nice mix of both.” In particular, Rebollo said she is excited to showcase two young actresses, both of whom are ages 12 and 13. For one of them, this will be the first college production she has been a part of. The play, set in the 1690’s, is a partially fictionalized account of the Salem Witch Trials. The play’s protagonist, John Proctor, gets caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal, eventually finding himself falsely accused of witchcraft. An official synopsis provided by the production reads: “Paranoia and betrayal spread like a virus through a small
community. At the center of it all, a young couple can only hope to shield themselves from the terrifying mob- but tearing down this tangle of lies is no easy task. Arthur Miller’s classic drama is an exploration of injustice and groupthink that remains as relevant as ever.” In turn, Rebollo stressed the play’s relevance. “Sometimes we [the committee that selects the productions] know that we want to direct something that is kind of pertinent to what is going on within our small community and in our large community as a nation, and for me, “The Crucible” was that play,” she said.
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October 11, 2018
FAFSA process demystified Meramec hosts Financial Aid workshop TYRA LEESMAN PRINT EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Incoming and returning postsecondary students across the nation have begun logging into the federal website and gathering their tax return documents in preparation for applying for federal student aid. Many Missouri colleges will be hosting events called “FAFSA Frenzy” to aid students in the sometimes-confusing process of sorting out their financial requirements and needs, as well as filling out the appropriate forms and providing necessary verifications. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is an online form that students and families submit to the government to request federal grants, loans, and work-study funds for college. “It’s basically this online application you fill out that helps you get money for school,” said Maria Dames, an STLCC student. “If your parents take care of you and you live with them, they usually fill it out with their tax information, but if you live on your own and have a job, you have to do it. And that’s really scary! I don’t even know how I did my taxes. I never know what I’m supposed to be entering [into the FAFSA].” FAFSA Frenzy is a nationwide attempt to aid students in the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
“Many students are unaware of the scholarships and grants available to them when they apply for aid. FAFSA Frenzy is an effort to approach the application process with a few more options. We will be having several of these events of the next few weeks. So students and families who would like a little help with filling out the FAFSA, and maybe need a little coaching on the process and requirements should stop by,” said Lindsey Merriman, a student assisting an incoming Freshman at Meramec’s recent FAFSA Frenzy event. The 2019-2020 FAFSA became available to begin filing on October 1, 2018. Students who wish to receive federal loans, scholarships and work-study funding for college must fill out the application and are encouraged to do so Photo by Syed Ali sooner rather than later to avoid delays Freshman Krissi McAfee and her mother fill out a FAFSA application at FAFSA Frenzy on in approval. Oct. 4th. FAFSA Frenzy is a volunteer-run program, and those wishing to volunteer should complete a registration by Students who would like assistance Federal Student Aid Identification visiting http://surveys.mo.gov/index. with filling out their FAFSA may attend information for themselves or their php/638975. the November 7 event at the Harison parents, W2s, social security cards or High schools, colleges, and Education Center. equivalent and a list of schools to which community organizations who might According to the STLCCNOW the student has applied or that interest wish to host a FAFSA Frenzy event should website, students can expect to be helped them. email inquiries to journeytocollege.dhe. by a professional to complete the form, Saint Louis Community College’s mo.gov. and should be prepared by bringing school code for the FAFSA is 002469.
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NEWS 3
October 11, 2018
TRIO Program strives to provide support for students Services available for first-generation college students CONCILIA NDLOVU STAFF WRITER TRIO was formed during the 1960s as an initiative to encourage and support youth from low-income areas and disadvantaged backgrounds with the notion of college becoming a means of transforming generational poverty. According to the Council for Opportunity in Education, “the TRIO programs were the first national college access and retention programs to address the serious social and cultural barriers to education in America.” TRIO has since expanded from focusing on high school youth to the college setting commonly known as Student Support Services (SSS). SSS has been at Meramec for around eight to 10 years. “TRIO is a federally funded grant program that has roots nationwide. As a result, there are certain standards and measures that the program has to meet in order to remain funded. Each grant lasts about five years, and each institution that receives the grant has to apply after the five years is up to maintain funding,” said Andrew Smith, one of the advisors in the TRIO program. “TRIO offers a variety of services for its students including academic advising, financial aid
assistance, career exploration, transfer planning, mentoring, and financial literacy.” Smith and his fellow advisers assist students with academic advising, financial aid assistance, career exploration, transfer planning and financial literacy. In addition, the program has a private tutoring lab for assisting students in math, science, and other subjects. Students can apply to the TRIO by filling out an application. Bisheng Ahmed, an advisor and former TRIO recipient from SLU herself, said she believes programs are a great avenue for promoting educational success and scholarship opportunities for underrepresented students. “As an advisor, one thing I like is that we focus more on helping students transfer from community college to a four-year school by identifying best-fit transfer schools, deadlines, courses and majors. We usually offer to encourage students to stay on track by running an essay writing competition that rewards the winner with varying grant amounts to pay for summer classes and or other educational
TRIO mentor volunteers work on a project in the TRIO Lab at the Meramec campus.
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expenses,” she said. Anfal Eltahir and Brad Riaze are student advocates for TRIO who still utilize the services; the latter has also worked as a tutor for TRIO in the past year. “I wasn’t supposed to be here at all,” said Riaze. “I’d been accepted into Missouri S&T, but I wasn’t able to go there due to immigration complications and I was really mad in my first year because I didn’t want to be [at Meramec].” He said he met a guy named Elijah Thomas, who for eight months persistently invited him to join TRIO. His immigration hurdles and the convenience of working on campus made him cave in. “It turned out that TRIO is literally the best thing that has ever happened to me. I have since made a great group of friends that have become like my family. TRIO has top-notch tutors, advisors and mentors [who] are different from the general advisers because they know you by name and really give you dedicated personal assistance,” said Riaze. A student qualifies for TRIO if he or she is either considered first generation, Pell Grant-eligible or registered with the Access Office. Students only have to meet one of these criteria to be eligible.
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TRIO members work on their “House” banner project in Student Center room 204 on Oct 2.
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“TRIO is a great program and what I like most is the one-on-one hour per session math tutoring. They also give walk-in tutoring for other classes and the tutors are amazing, they don’t look down upon you, care about your success and they will stick with you until you understand a [particular] problem,” said Eltahir. The TRIO program at Meramec is currently seeking volunteer mentors for its incoming freshman. Volunteer mentors would be responsible for assisting incoming students with study skills, time management skills and learning about the different resources on campus. They serve as role models for new students. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer mentor should visit the TRIO office, Student Center 202. “I believe students should join the TRIO program because we are a supportive program that helps our students to be successful. Our goal is to help students to graduate with their associate’s degree and either transfer to a university, go into the workforce, go to the military or whatever other routes they decide to take. We have a lot of resources to help the student along with their journey,” said Smith.
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4 ART & LIFE
October 11, 2018
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Student Melissa Zaegel prepares to play the piano during her piano class, taught by Professor Rachel Bufalo, on Tuesday, Oct 2nd at noon.
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Professor Gary Ketcherside teaches students cardiovascular fitness during the Water Aerobics class in the PE Pool on Oct 9th at 9 a.m.
Community, staff, students find fun, learning with Continuing Ed Courses range from grant writing and music lessons to arts and crafts OLIVER PULCHER STAFF WRITER Colleges make up an important part of any community. However, for the nonenrolled, there isn’t a direct connection to that college. Many colleges organize attempts to connect with the community through pre-existing events like Oktoberfest. Unless community members are readily able to enroll, the colleges run the risk of having a disconnect with the community. Meramec’s Continuing Education program provides community members with the opportunity to join and participate in classes for fun, and personal or professional development. Continuing Education is open to all. According to Janet Fleming, the Director
of the Continuing Education program for STLCC, the Continuing Education programs have had students taking courses, ranging from infants to 90-yearolds. Around 1,000 courses per semester are offered, with the Continuing Education school year spanning three semesters. Classes range from Arts and Crafts to personal and professional development courses. Some of the non-standard course examples include Phlebotomy, a course on drawing blood samples, which also allows one to gain the clinical experience necessary for a job as a phlebotomist.
Sports Apparel: Fashion Trend or Fashion Flop? LYDIA OSTROM STAFF WRITER Many students find themselves sitting in class wearing sports apparel versus jeans or collared shirts. However, is wearing sports apparel when not at the gym a fashion trend or a fashion flop? Since 2014, sports apparel sales have been increasing over the years. From 2013-2014, activewear accounted for $33.7 billion in sales making up 16 percent of the apparel market. Nike’s apparel jumped 10 percent while Under Armour’s reached 26 percent. In contrast, Lululemon has gained 10 percent more popularity. The notion that wearing sports apparel could be attributed to the idea of feeling fit - wear sports apparel, exercise for maybe 20 minutes and feel physically fit. At what cost, though? Lululemon leggings average $100, shorts average in at $58 and jackets range from $40 to $400. Meramec student Jordan Vanecek defends the practice. “I love to wear something comfy when I go to school,” she said. “The Lululemon pants are soft and stretchy and reach just at my ankles so I don’t have to roll them up and they surprisingly keep my legs
warm when I’m in my freezing classes.” Nike apparel is also a popular choice. “I hate wearing jeans,” said Meramec Freshman Kaylen Firrow. “I want to wear pants that let me breathe. I want to wear comfy clothes that I can move around in while I’m at school or doing my daily activities.” Is sports apparel a fashion trend or fashion flop? You decide.
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Classes are also offered on such subjects as the basics of voice acting and getting into the voiceover industry, languages ranging from Arabic to Spanish, writing and photography. “My personal favorite course has to be any of the arts or painting courses we offer at Continuing Education. I find them really fun!” said Fleming. Classes are priced individually; some are free, while others are costly for their professional enrichment nature, said Fleming. Community members who are 60 years old and over are eligible for a senior discount on courses. Financial aid does not apply to Continuing Education
courses. Enrollment is always open and students can register any time through several options such as registering online, over the phone, in person, or by mailing in an enrollment form. Any students with questions can contact the Continuing Education department with the number (314) 984-7777 or through the contact information on the Continuing Education website, said Fleming. There isn’t a limit to the number of courses any one person can take and flexibility is allowed for varying schedules.
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October 11, 2018
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Study Abroad Trips Offer Credit, Exploration, Learning for Students Nine trips to nine countries now open for registration OLIVER PULCHER STAFF WRITER For anyone who has ever wanted to experience a new culture, meet new people, try new foods or looking for a resume filler or simply a new experience. Meramec has the options to do so, even beyond the classroom. Meramec’s Study Abroad program offers different trips for every student. Meramec’s Study Abroad program offers nine different trips to nine different countries. “[The various countries] benefit all students, and you get experiences you will never get in the classroom, gain confidence, and communicate better,” said Chris Sulincevski, the Coordinator of International Programs for STLCC. According to Sulincevski, the programs, which include England, Barbados and Scotland, are usually offered at a reasonable price and do not add administrative and “other” fees like most universities. The coordinator also said that STLCC’s programs are much less expensive than study-abroad companies. These programs offer a lot of time for exploring the countries themselves instead of being strictly classroom-based. The trips range from $2,500 to $4,500 for short-term trips (1-2 weeks) and $6,000 to $10,000 for
long-term trips (1-3 months). Students who have financial aid may be able to apply their financial aid, such as a Pell grant or A+, but that student should check with financial aid advisors concerning such options. If students aren’t able to apply financial aid, they can still apply for and use various scholarships specifically designed for study abroad, such as, Critical Language Scholarships (for students studying endangered or critical languages), The Gilman Scholarship (for low income students wishing to study abroad), The Boren Scholarship (for studying less common languages that are critical to U.S. interests), Fulbright Grants (for Independent Study), and the Fund for Education Abroad, among other methods. “Program requirements for study abroad are that students must have a passport, be 18 years or older and enrolled in classes; though, there are some program-specific requirements,” said Sulincevski. Each program has its own designated courses, which are either stated in the program itself, or available upon further inspection within the program’s manual, for long-term programs.
The minimum number of students for the programs is 12 and the maximum can range from 20-30 students, depending on the program. Early deposits are required to solidify a student’s spot on the trip, according to Sulincevski. There are payment schedules, so students don’t have to pay everything up front. There is no limit to the number of programs in
which a student can participate. However, timeframes for the trips vary, and are available on the study abroad website. Sulincevski is looking for students to fill spots on certain programs, and any students interested should contact him at csulincevski@stlcc.edu, or find his contact information on the Study Abroad website.
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Photography Professor, David Hanlon, and a group of students visit the Tate Modern Museum to see the “Shape of Light: 100 Years of Photography and Abstract Art” during their photography study abroad trip to Europe in May 2018.
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OPINIONS 7
October 11, 2018
#RealOCD: What does it mean? MARY WILSON OPINIONS EDITOR
Every year, once students are back in the rhythm of school, skies getting darker sooner and temperatures gradually dropping, it hits. O.C.D. Awareness Week, held the second week of every October, aims to spread awareness about the debilitating illness. This year, the theme is #RealOCD. Here’s what that means to me. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is diagnosed in one in 100 adults and one in 200 children. In order to be clinically diagnosed, individuals must have both obsessions and compulsions, and feel distress from their symptoms. There are other criteria that an individual must meet to have a diagnosis of O.C.D. In other words, someone who color codes their flashcards for different classes most
likely does not have O.C.D. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is disabling. Its symptoms strains family relationships, ruin friendships, and can alter the course of an individual’s life. If a person has symptoms for eight hours a day, for example, it’s likely that their quality of life is not what it used to be. O.C.D. is a major cause of disability worldwide, and the World Health Organization (WHO) once ranked it as one of the top ten most debilitating illnesses. Clearly not something to be taken lightly or misunderstood, but it is. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is pervasive. Left untreated, it will spread through every aspect of an individual’s life. In therapy, O.C.D. is often likened to a beast or a monster. Children are encouraged to name their O.C.D., so they can personify it and have an identity for the thing they’re battling. It’s hard for an individual to stay motivated if they believe that all they’re fighting is just a batch of misfiring chemicals. O.C.D. is an intruder, and it will take everything someone loves and holds dear hostage. Depression often goes along with O.C.D., as well as other anxiety disorders. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is terrifying. It is debilitating. It can be life ruining, but there is hope. Proper treatment, especially early intervention,
can make it so O.C.D. does not dictate what a person’s life must be. There are trained professionals, hard to find they may be, who can help a sufferer get their life back. There are support groups, conferences, organizations, websites and books devoted to helping those with O.C.D. There are millions of people with brains like mine, and we never need to feel alone, regardless of how isolated our illness makes us feel. For help, check out the International OCD Foundation
(IOCDF), the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), or just look it up on Google. O.C.D. is awful, but, speaking in terms of access to treatment and advances in science, there has never been a better time to have the disorder. As more people go public with their stories of mental illness, stigma is slowly decreasing. Unless someone quite literally lives under a rock, they know someone who has battled mental illness. We don’t need to be ashamed any longer.
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Mac Miller’s Music and Addiction Go Hand in Hand WILL CLARK STAFF WRITER
Mac Miller was quoted as saying, “I just wanna be positive as a human being.” With five studio albums, two EP’s, 12 mixtapes, and one live album, Miller left his mark on the music industry. It wasn’t his volume alone that made him famous, but his dedication to outside-the-box creativity. In multiple projects, Miller references to suicide, overdose, drug abuse, and spiritual epiphanies. As a rapper, his themes and production are undoubtedly unique. Miller was a drug addict. His music would not have been the same without his addiction. The internal and external experiences of his drug abuse granted Miller his fresh sound: simultaneously ephemeral and lasting; a contradiction as was Miller’s creativity, constantly oscillating between genius and madness. Distinct from today’s pop rap and even rap from the past, his themes are colorfully abstract, spaced out, dark and spiritual. While his first sounds gave him the label of a ‘frat’ rapper, each ensuing project delved deeper into his everchanging psyche. The maturation in
his production and sound progressively showcased his extensive musical background. He was born Malcolm McCormick in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Playing numerous instruments, Miller wasn’t only a rapper -- he was an eclectic musician. He worked and performed as a talented lyricist, pianist, guitarist, drummer, bassist, singer and producer. Miller has been famous since 18 when his mixtape “K.I.D.S” took off. He’s toured around the world, topped musical charts, and made various features on radio shows, documentaries, and music magazines. Miller’s brilliance and talent came with a dark side, though. Throughout his career, he publicly and lyrically referenced his recurring bouts with mental illness, drug addiction and suicidal premonitions. “To everyone who sells me drugs, don’t mix it with that bullshit/ I’m hoping not to join the 27 club,” he raps on “Brand Name” over a quick snare. Miller overdosed on Sept. 7th, 2018. He was 26. He openly struggled with lean and cocaine addictions. Additionally referenced in his music, as well as those close with him, Miller confides his experimentation with uppers, downers, benzos, quaaludes, marijuana, cocaine, DMT, alcohol, LSD, shrooms,
countries, cities, culture and species. College is a time for experimenting, learning and pushing boundaries. Drugs can change your perspective, open your mind and give you rare carnal insights into your own consciousness and self. Although drug experimentation in your college years is not entirely inevitable, it is possible, so be educated and prepared. Over 72,000 Americans died from overdoses in 2017. According to the CDC, the most deadly include Synthetic opioids (Fentanyl), heroin, semisynthetic opiates, cocaine and methamphetamine. Highly addicting and deadly. Learn to recognize the signs of addiction in yourself, as well as friends and loved ones. Only the addict can stop their addiction. When it Graphic by Gina Carr comes to addiction, make sure to look out for yourself first. Ecstasy, Adderall, ayahuasca, nicotine, Four behavioral signs exist to methamphetamine, heroin, lean/ watch out for include obsessive thoughts codeine and PCP. “If someone’s like, ‘Yo and actions, a disregard for harm caused, you wanna try this?’ I’m, like, yeah, sure. losing control of one’s impulses and a I’ve been through just about everything,” denial of use. If you see these signs in yourself, he said in his TheFader-produced 2016 you may be struggling with addiction. documentary. His talents and addictions endowed Almost everyone has struggled with his ability to create fantastic music. some kind of addiction, but if yours is Great music and drugs have, and always endangering your life, get help. Don’t OD will go, hand in hand, but addiction and become another Miller. The number is all too real. It is an epidemic across for the Addiction Hotline is 1-800-662the United States. It creeps into our 4357.
8 SPORTS
October 11, 2018
Upcoming Games Oct. 12 6:00pm Baseball @ Maryville University Oct. 12 6:30pm Women’s Volleyball Missouri Valley College Oct. 13 12:00pm Women’s Soccer John Wood Community College Oct. 13 4:00pm Men’s Soccer @ Crowder College Oct. 15 2:00pm Women’s Soccer Culver Stockton College Oct. 15 4:00pm Men’s Soccer Culver Stockton College JV Photos by Amanda Harris
The Archer’s Women’s Soccer team huddles up before the Oct 2nd home game starts against St. Charles Community College.
Oct. 16 3:00pm Baseball @ St. Charles Community College Oct. 17 4:00pm Men’s Soccer Lindenwood University – Belleville JV Oct. 19 1:00pm Women’s Volleyball Lindenwood University Belleville Oct. 19 3:00pm Baseball Harris Stowe State University Oct. 19 4:00pm Women’s Soccer Dyersburg State Community College
Makayla Duncan keeps the ball away from St. Charles Community College during the Oct 2 home game, which resulted in a 3 – 0 win.
Madison Gann steals the ball from St. Charles Community College during the Oct 2 home game.
Archer Women’s Soccer Team hopeful for nationals Kicking off from a 3-0 win against St. Charles Community College LAUREN JOHNS ART & LIFE EDITOR The women’s soccer team at Meramec is on a roll with two goals per game and a three-time winning streak. In addition, after returning from several away games in Memphis, Tennessee and Senatobia, Mississippi with a score of 2-0, they have high hopes for Nationals. Coach Jason Wyland said he admires the team for their depth and willingness to play at a high level. He coached several of the girls prior to Meramec on his club team. “With regular season games, we focus more on our own identities than those of the opponents,” said Wyland. “It doesn’t matter who’s playing; all that matters is how we play. However, postseason
games are a different story.” On Oct. 2, the team played against St. Charles Community College and won 3-0. Despite their successful current and past seasons, one of the four team captains, Hannah Leahy, said they did not make it to Nationals last year.
with how we lose half our team every other year makes it difficult,” said Leahy. “We are very freshmen-heavy this year, so there’s a lot of off the field mentoring.” Despite acting as a mentor, Leahy also leads all warm-ups (alongside the other captains) and makes decisions on
“We have very versatile players and most of us come from select soccer backgrounds. ” Kaitlin Eppers
“I really want to help us get there, but the crazy turnover
jerseys. Kaitlin Eppers, a player,
said she enjoys how well everything seems to come together and the ways the team members balance each other out. “We have very versatile players and most of us come from select soccer backgrounds,” said Eppers. “I wouldn’t say we have someone who is the best on the team, but Bailey Beeler is the most well-rounded.” Aside from the regular playing process, Eppers said she believes pre-game rituals are a necessity. “Mental preparedness is not thinking about anything unrelated to the game,” said Eppers. “I visualize myself how I normally do things in competition.”
Oct. 19 5:00pm Women’s Volleyball Metropolitan Community College Oct. 19 7:00pm Women’s Volleyball Frontier Community College Oct. 20 11:00am Women’s Volleyball Fort Scott Community College Oct. 20 12:00pm Baseball @ Harris Stowe State University Oct. 20 1:00pm Women’s Volleyball Missouri Baptist University JV Oct. 20 3:00pm Women’s Volleyball Milliken University JV Oct. 23 6:30pm Women’s Volleyball @ Missouri State University – West Plains