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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2012
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Photography: more than just a pretty picture LAUREN BOZZI Entertainment editor
22-year-old Megan Smith pursues her passion of photography at the County College of Morris. She strives to take photos that truly capture a moment and create a wow-effect. Smith began her interest in photography while working on the set of her father’s film, “Infliction.” She held the title of art director, but also managed craft services and props. “I was all over the place and I even got to film two scenes,” Smith said. “It was a lot of work.” Inspired by the work she had done behind the lens on set, Smith began to pursue her interest in photography. Although she had previously entertained the idea of both psychology and law, she found great joy in capturing moments on her camera. “I could wake up every morning and be happy as a photographer,” Smith said. “I could never just sit at a desk all day.” It is clear that Smith has a passion for what she does. Her Cannon Rebel T3 camera sits snug to her side just in case inspiration strikes. When talking about her passion for photography, her expressions reap nothing but joy. Smith has a wide range when it comes to the photos she takes. She feels that while pictures of nature are beautiful, taking pictures with deeper meanings is more gratifying. Smith explained an assignment given to her in photography
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Photos taken for Smith’s class class: take a photo that could be placed in a time capsule to describe our generation. Sticking to the idea that photos should speak to those viewing them, her photo displayed a woman wrapped in wires connected to phones, ipods and computers. “I love that one picture can make a very powerful statement - one that even a vast amount
of words could not do justice,” Smith said. Smith has a unique approach to photography. She finds beauty in even the most abstract of photos, but constantly searches for the underlying emotion or meaning. “If you have a picture that’s dark, deep and creepy but it has meaning to it, that’s awesome, but if you’re just putting a bunch
of stuff together to be weird and over-the-top, I don’t like it,” Smith said. Smith does not limit herself to a single kind of photography. In fact, she attended Luis Machicao’s runway show at New York Fashion Week and found herself drawn to the beauty and vibrancy of the models and colors. She felt that she was able to capture the beauty of the show and would
love to take more high-fashion photos. As for the future, Smith is unsure about where she will continue her education after CCM. Regardless, she is sure that her future will include lots of beautiful photography. To see more of her photos, visit her website www.wix.com/smithmegan1226/ meganchristine#!about.
The Beautiful Project looks to show that beauty runs deep Contributor
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According to a 2005 study performed by Mark Chapell, over 27 percent of students reported seeing one college student bullied by another at least once or twice throughout their college career. In fact, an astounding 18.5 percent report that they were bullied at least once or twice in college by another student. Bullying is a terrifying reality of the American school system that does not necessarily end with the school day or even graduation. Michael Ciavatta, 20, of Hackettstown, NJ, hopes that “The Beautiful Project” can help to change this. “‘The Beautiful Project’ is a collection of performances from poets and musicians who aim to put a stop to bullying and to
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bring equality for everyone,” said Ciavatta. “The goal is to reach everyone, but if we affect at least one person or change one mind, then I’ll have accomplished something beautiful.” The performers will share their experiences involving hate or bullying in order to open people’s minds to tolerance and understanding, which Ciavatta believes is the first step towards equality. “It is not enough to just wish for equality, we have to work for it,” said Ciavatta. “People today should start by accepting all walks of life.” Ciavatta, who organized the event in cooperation with the Skylands Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, named it “The Beautiful Project” in order to reflect some of his views on life.
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“The concept of beauty in the world today is so misconstrued. I believe that each person has something truly beautiful to offer,” said Ciavatta. “It is easier to hate and fear what we don’t understand and with today’s social issues and different lifestyles, we’ve seen an escalation of bul-
lying to cope with insecurities and a lack of acceptance.” The event will be held May 4 at the Skylands Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church at 1811 Route 57 in Hackettstown, NJ. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the event is free. Donations are encouraged and a portion of the proceeds will be distributed amongst Lady Gaga’s, “Born This Way Foundation” and “The Trevor Project,” two organizations that coordinators feel share the values and ideals of “The Beautiful Project.” For more information on the event, visit its Facebook page by searching for “The Beautiful Project” under events, or contact Michael Ciavatta by phone at 908-294-3839 or by email at michaeldavid13@me.com.
A decade of The Bamboozle Festival
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Commuting to college Is it possible to get the social experiences of college while attending a community school? Page 5.
OPINIONS
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What super power would you like to have? Ricki Sanchez 19 Journalism “I would like the power of flight. I like the freedom that it would entail.”
Joe Somma 19 Communications “Invisibility so I can pull pranks on people all the time.”
Dylan Sprayberry 20 Liberal arts “Jedi force. Jedi’s have the power to do so many things.”
Jacob Winterfield 20 Journalism “It’s a toss up between super strength and telepathy. For the ladies.”
Amanda Murillo 23 Communications “I would want to be able to fly really fast. So I could get out of traffic.”
Holly Schneider 30 Liberal arts “Teleportation. As a mother it would be convenient to be many places at one time.”
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The disadvantages of internships are plenty LAUREN BOZZI Entertainment editor
Internships have been a staple in our society for many years. It is useful in gaining experience in the workforce and can even lead to a career. However, they have also fueled controversy. In this economy, it is unethical to ask a person to work for free. According to the U.S. Department of Labor statistics, 12.8 million people are still unemployed in the United States. Although the unemployment rate has decreased, it makes little-to-no sense that companies would offer unpaid jobs in lieu of paid ones. The Wage and Hour Division passed the Fair Labor Standards Act in 2009. The act developed six factors to determine whether a person was an employee or a trainee. The act states as follows: The training must be similar to that of an educational facility, the training is for the benefit of the trainee (not the employer), trainees do not displace regular employees, the training does not give the employer an immediate advantage from the work of the trainees--and the employers work may even be delayed, trainees are not
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entitled to a job at the end of the training, and both parties understand that the position is unpaid. In 2010, state officials spoke out about whether internships were in compliance with the law. After investigation, many companies were fined because they were inconsistent with the Fair Labor Standards Act. The law states that the intern must work for the benefit of himself/herself, and in some cases even delay the employer’s work. The training should be comparable to learning in a class and the jobs given to the interns should not immediately benefit the employer. With such strict laws, one could believe that internships are purely an opportunity to learn. Unfortunately, many interns fear that if they complain or file a lawsuit against the company, they will receive a bad name in their field of work. According to the New York Times, some of the interns they interviewed declined to give their name or even the name of their employer when describing the unfair treatment at a past internship. If no one speaks up it is impossible
to know what truly goes on. Opposite the previous argument is the idea that the entire point of an internship is to gain experience one could not receive in a classroom setting. Whether the intern does the same work as the employees or not, the experience is sure to expand one’s knowledge of hands-on work experience. There is definitely a fine line between free labor and educational experience. Perhaps even more controversial than the law in regard to internships is the exclusivity. With so many life expenses, college being among them, it is difficult to justify working for free. However, internships still stand strong to an exclusive group. Those who can afford to work for free climb the career ladder, while those struggling to pay for an education stay at a standstill. In order for the average American to successfully hold down an internship, they would need to work another full-time job on the side. All of that being said, internships really can offer great work experience. It enables networking and serves as a stepping stone to a desirable career.
Managing money
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For college students, getting the most out of a dollar is beyond important EMILY STAAB Contributor
Tired of seeing your paycheck slip through your fingers far too quickly without having much to show for your purchases? Do you want to start saving for the future but the idea just doesn’t seem plausible? Spending your money wisely is much easier than you think and just takes some simple planning. Planning a budget is the first step. Know how much money you have coming in, how often and how much of that money is going to be spent toward necessary items such as gas, food, rent and other daily living expenses. If you do not have any money coming in, it is time to fill out some
applications. Create a personalized budget for yourself. First, you must estimate how much money you can spend each month. Think about tuition, books, school supplies, housing, entertainment, transportation, food, clothing and other t things you enjoy doing that cost money. Secondly, record your expenses. Each time you spend money write down where it was spent, how much it was and which category it might fall into. Seeing what you are spending may make you realize that some purchases were unnecessary. For college students there are many ways to stretch your money. One way is to use student discounts. Find out what your school offers and research stores in your
area to see if any businesses give student discounts. Secondly, walking, biking, carpooling, or riding the bus are affective ways to save since gas prices are ever increasing. If you and your classmates are going to the same place, ride together. Not only will you save money on gas, parking costs can be shared and the environment will thank you for it. Remember, your spending is not always going to be wise but it can be controlled. Pay crucial bills first and avoid using credit cards. By only using money that you already have is the best way to keep out of debt. You can do a lot of fun things without spending a lot of money, you just have to be creative. Some of the best things in life are free.
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Getting the most out of commuter college life
Is it possible to get the social experiences of college while attending a community school? JACOB WINTERFIELD Contributor
For many young individuals County College of Morris can be seen as a changeover between high school and the four-year school they plan to attend. A major drawback to community college is the lack of an active social environment. Students who attend CCM find that they end up interacting with their old high school peers instead of integrating with their new classmates. The dilemma faced by students is the inability to form a stable social circle. When students commute to school, they come from all different parts of the county. A large percentage of community college undergrads have part-time jobs that leave little time for socialization out-
side the classroom. It is hard to develop friendships outside of the school environment because of conflicting schedules. Community colleges try to provide social opportunities for undergrads through clubs and trips. The majority of students do not participate in campus life because they don’t feel a sense of belonging. When you look at the county college atmosphere, it seems as if everyone is going about their business with little regard to making a lasting impression. “School and work are enough pressure without being involved with other activities; it can be difficult for students to become involved when they are working 30 hours a week,” said Julien Cummings, an architecture major and coffee shop employee There are some students who
have taken a proactive approach in getting people more involved on campus. Stan Ngai, an international studies major and Manav Gulahi, a biology major, worked together to start the newly approved biology club at CCM. The two students wanted to create a club that would boost student’s transcripts. The club offers guest speakers, summer internships, and trips to functions such as the Body Exhibit in New York City. Ngai and Gulahi are both planning on transferring to Rutgers next semester so they will not be able to continue working with the club. The student body’s massive withdrawal from social interaction is attributed to the purpose of community college. Community college exists as an intermediary for undergrads trying to transfer to a school of more permanence.
The students who are participating in organizations are usually those who were involved in something similar in high school. Undergrads on sports scholarships attend CCM play the same sport they did in high school. Community college is simply not the same experience as living away at school. When young adults live away at college, they are immersed in an all-encompassing new way of life. The actual schooling of college life is only one aspect of living away from home. Community college acts as an extension of high school because students do not call the college home. Life does not change very much for the college commuter. Many CCM students are under the age of 21 and this leaves fewer options for the college
commuter to socialize. Parties are synonymous with college life and county college students must trek to other universities if they want to engage in them. Even though many college students complain about the drawbacks of community college life, it does serve a purpose. A two-year college is not meant to be a place for comfort. It is a stepping-stone for those wanting to progress their education. If you can buckle down and focus on your work the promise of transferring to a four-year college for a more gratifying social experience can be achieved. A good resource for students planning on furthering their education within NJ is njtransfer.org
For students at a county college, transferring may be a challenge STEVEN LUNDELL Contributor
It’s common for high school seniors to not have an idea of what to do with their life after graduation. Many know college is a smart choice. After considering their options in the latter half of senior year, many come to realize that they don’t know what to major in. So many choose to attend a county college instead of a university, with cheaper tuition and closer proximity to home. Sound familiar? A lot of high school seniors chose a county college over a university for one reason or another. The reasons may be the location, the cost, or the ability to have an unspecific major. The challenge comes for those who finish their Associates Degree and then wish to transfer to a university to complete their Bachelor’s Degree. Transferring does have its pros and cons, and for some it may be more difficult than going straight to a university after high school. As for some of the pros, a whole new adventure can be had for those who choose to transfer. A new school in a new area with lots of new people and opportunities. Universities offer so much that county colleges lack. Some things that may be offered are housing facilities, a full curriculum and a campus life. Going away to school and living there gives you the opportunity to really experience independence. You will be living with thousands of other students your age instead of your family. A county college usually condenses its curriculum to get everything done in two years instead of four. Because of this
reason, a university usually offers a lot more in terms of classes. Any university offers more of a campus life than a county college. A county college with 100 percent commuters can’t exactly have a thriving campus life. This is much different than a university, where thousands of students live on or around campus. Transferring can offer a chance to meet a lot of new people, find a new major that wasn’t offered at the county college, and restart your college career (if that’s what you’re looking to do.) However, there are cons to transferring. Living away from your friends and family can definitely cause an emotional toll. Sometimes this can cause homesickness, which can cause depression in extreme cases. If you’re an only child or someone who is extremely shy, sometimes living with a roommate can be too much. Having a roommate that you hate can ruin your college experience. What if you’re dating someone from your hometown? Maintaining a longdistance relationship is definitely more of a challenge than being in the same town. What if you’re not really into parties and your college’s nightlife is only parties? This could lead to some serious boredom on the weekends. Cost has to be the most obvious problem with transferring, although you do save a decent amount of cash from attending a county college for two years. The cost of attending a university can be through the roof. Many colleges that are not Ivy League can easily surpass the $50,000 mark, especially if you’re going to school out of state. However, there are many schools that provide scholarships to transfer students.
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There are also a number of websites to consider that offer scholarship opportunities before you even get an acceptance letter. Hopefully, you can use these to your advantage to bring the cost of college down a little. Credits are a little more complicated. Universities have two fields of transferable credits, core classes and electives. The Statewide Transfer Agreement has made it easier for students with an Associate Degree to transfer to a state school by making
all their credits earned through their Associate degree transferable. However, whether it transfers as a core class or an elective credit is based on the school. Private schools are different with credit transfers. Although some schools like Seton Hall and Fairleigh Dickson University will help work with you to make sure as many credits transfer as possible, some universities are more difficult. Transferring from a county college can be difficult, but it can also be well worth it.
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Softball team over .500 despite many challenges CHARLIE CATHCART Staff writer
The softball team is almost through the first full month of its regular season and holds a 16-15 record despite numerous problems. The team was 16-13 before dropping both games of a doubleheader last Wednesday against Raritan Valley, a Division III school that currently holds a 19-2 record. After the doubleheader, I caught up with the team’s coach Greg Wardlow to gain a little more insight on the team this year. Wardlow was extremely proud of what the team has accomplished so far. Wardlow, in his eighth year coaching, has experienced some success. Two years ago, one of his teams set a school record for wins in a season with 40 and reached the regional Final 4. Last year the team went to the Final 4 again. Wardlow described this year as being one of the more difficult. He praised the quality of his team and said they can compete with anyone in the region. They faced numerous challenges in a grueling first month of the season. Wardlow said the roster holds plenty of talent, but it’s just too thin. “Depth is truly a concern,” Wardlow said. “It’s really hurt us. When you have a team with only 12 on the roster, injuries make much more of an impact than you’d like.” The softball team plays during the fall for a month, then
Group photo of 2012 Lady Titans. plays a full season in the spring. The roster decreased by almost half going from fall to spring. Academic casualties and scheduling difficulties play a big role. Losing players has affected team experience. Out of the 12 players there are only three sophomores. One area where the lack of depth truly hurt the team is pitching. The team had six pitchers in the fall but now only has three. Kelly Stites, Nicole Lipinski and Christine Zaher have shouldered the burden alone through the first month. Stites leads the team in pitching 89 innings with an ERA of 2.20, striking out 37. With lack of depth being such a central issue, injuries take their toll. Wardlow described how multiple times this year he had to substitute players to positions they had not played before. In the
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past, the Titans had a roster with 14 or 15 girls. “I have more options strategically to manage the team,” he said. “But if you have a couple injuries, it really limits what you can do.” Offensively, the Titans roared out of the gate and are ranked with the best of the region in the early going. The team is currently hitting .346. Wardlow’s team last year hit .293. “Offensively, we can really score runs. I’ve had more home runs hit in the first month of this year than the whole season for any of my prior teams,” Wardlow said. Through early April second baseman Carrie Roberson led Region 19 in RBIs with 38. She is also hitting .407 and has an onbase percentage of .583. Kim Reitmeyer also had a strong March, leading the team with five home runs. Wardlow’s
team all of last year only hit five home runs. Wardlow describes Jenna Bessemer as a “slap-hitter” with a lot of speed. She is one of the team’s sophomores, has had a strong year as the leadoff hitter. She leads the team with 42 hits and 32 runs scored. Bessemer also leads the team with six stolen bases. The team just returned recently from a trip to Florida where they played 15 games. The team went 7-8 on the trip. The trip was extremely difficult, with 15 games in the span of six days. The trip also included a doubleheader against one of the top ranked teams in the country and national championship contender from Illinois. The schedule for the rest of the year will feature some tough teams. Wardlow said his team needs to develop consistency moving forward, so they can play strong for the remainder of the season. Wardlow’s goal for this year is a good, albeit simple one: be competitive and get better every week so we have a shot in the end. The ultimate goal is a national championship he said. “I believe we are definitely getting better every week. It’s rewarding. We just have to put people in the right position to succeed, and I think we’ll be alright. You can see a lot of our hard work paying off, and it’s definitely rewarding.”
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A decade of New Jersey’s “The Bamboozle” Festival The music returns to its roots in Asbury Park to commemorate the occasion
RACHEL TAMBURELLI Contributor
Every year, there are signs that we look for to let us know that the seasons are changing in New Jersey. In the fall, trees turn reddishbrown and lose their leaves. In the winter, nothing beats the first real frost on windows and doors or seeing your breath as you speak. In the spring, the smell of new grass and fresh buds around sundown is always refreshing. New Jersey spring, however, exudes the sights, smells and sounds of Bamboozle. Bamboozle is a three-day music festival in Asbury Park, NJ, that started as the Skate and Surf Festival. In 2003, it became “The Great Bamboozle.” It was held at The Stone Pony, a club where many famous Jersey rock stars such as Bruce Springsteen grew to become a household name. The Roots and Dark Star Orchestra were some of the first headlining bands of the festi-
val. There were multiple stages at various sites in and around the venue. More popular bands performed on the main stages, while less-known bands played on stages at different locations. In 2005, the name was changed to “The Bamboozle.” More stages and locations were added and some of the headliners, like My Chemical Romance, The Starting Line, Fall Out Boy, Motion City Soundtrack, Paramore, All American Rejects, Gym Class Heroes, and Plain White Tees are still headlining bands today. The 2006 festival changed locations to the parking lot of the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford with Fall Out Boy and Taking Back Sunday as the headliners. By 2007, the music festival grew to over 150 bands, artists, and comedians performing on nine stages in the stadium parking lot with Linkin Park headlining. This was the first year a festival music CD was produced.
Justin Sane of Anti-Flag performing at The Bamboozle. The following year the festival experimented with a touring mini-version prior to the actual concert at the Meadowlands. Local bands were also given the opportunity to compete to perform on one of the stages.
Hoodies: sweaters or symbols of evil? RICKI SANCHEZ Contributor
The night is dark and breezy as you walk to the local convenience store. A young man is walking opposite of you, wearing a hooded sweatshirt, obscuring his face. Do you clutch your purse, or reach for the pocket that your wallet is in? Maybe you walk past, unfazed by the stranger. Does the fact his face is covered change your opinion of whether he is a threat or not? Since the beginning of time some of the most frightening figures have worn hoods over their heads. When the Ku Klux Klan is mentioned, usually a picture of a person wearing a white hood over their head comes to mind. The Grim Reaper, a symbol of death, is depicted with a hood. Even the Satan, the root of all-evil in Judeo-Christian mythology, is sometimes represented wearing a hood. Are these representations the reason people wearing hoods are believed to be evil? Is the perception of devious nature attributed to wearing a hood changing with the younger generations? In today’s world it is typical to see a young person wearing a hood over their head. After speaking with a few students, it seems to be that wearing a hoody is normal, but their perception can change with the circumstances. When students were asked what do you think when you see someone wearing a hood over their head, the answers varied. “Depends on the situation,” freshman Cierra Ruggiero said. “But mostly that they are trying to
look cool or they are cold.” “I don’t really think of him as being bad,” sophmore Daniel Cotreau said. “Maybe just wonder why he’s wearing a hood.” “Not a thing that doesn’t catch my eye as anything out of the ordinary,” sophomore Kyle Henderson said. When they were asked if the circumstances made a difference, specifically if it was night or day, their opinions changed. “If it’s night and he’s alone, I might possibly think he was up to no good,” Ruggiero said. “At night I think of it differently,” Cotreau said. “I would probably just think he was cold,” Henderson said. This negative idea of wearing a hood is partially credited as the reason for Trayvon Martin’s death. Martin, a 17-year-old Florida resident, was shot and killed on Feb. 26. His shooter, George Zimmerman, claims the young man looked suspicious because he was wearing a hood over his head while walking home from the convenient store. Zimmerman, who was part of the neighborhood watch, pursued Martin and proceeded to instigate a physical altercation with him. Zimmerman was charged with second-degree murder April 11 after weeks of protests and accusations. Hooded sweatshirts are now being worn as tribute to Martin. Many supporters are working in effort to change the negative connotation of hoods. Demonstrators marched in New York’s Times Square for the “Million Hoodie March” in support of Martin and the movement to change the association of hoods to hoodlums.
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Protestors at a rally in Washington, DC show support for Martin by wearing hoodies.
2012 is the 10th anniversary of this Jersey right of passage. The festival, held on May 18, 19, and 20, will return to its roots in Asbury Park. Bon Jovi, Foo Fighters, Blink-182 and Incubus are the headlining acts. This year,
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“The Bamboozle” will feature after parties where even more artists will perform. Free parking will be available at the Monmouth Park Racetrack for anyone interested in going, as tickets are still available.
Cult leader is denied parole a 12th time
Manson over the years. NECOLE GAMBINO Contributor
77-year-old grey haired and bearded Charles Manson has been denied parole for the 12th time on Wednesday, April 11, due to his consistent bad behavior in jail. Manson bragged to a prison psychologist saying he was special and was not like the average inmate. He has killed more than five people and has been in prison most of his life. He also said that he is a very dangerous man. In 1969 Manson sent a group of his devout followers called “The Family” to brutally murder more than 10 people. The victims of the murders were as follows: actress Sharon Tate-who was eight months pregnant at the time--, Abigail Anne Folger--Heiress to the Folger’s coffee company--, Wojciech Frykowski, Gary Allen Hinman, Leno La Bianca, Rosemary La Bianca, Steven Earl Parent, Paul Richard Polanski--unborn child of Sharon Tate--and Roman Polanski, Jay Sebring, and George Spahn. These murders are known as the “Helter Skelter” killing spree in Los Angeles. Today could have been
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Manson’s last chance at freedom since the California Department of Corrections set his next hearing for 15 years from now. Manson will be 92 by then. Manson did not attend his own hearing and showed no interest in gaining his freedom. In fact, he hasn’t attended several of his hearings since 1997, California Department of Corrections spokesman Luis Patino said. On top of not attending his own hearing, Manson has also violated many rules since his last parole hearing. In the past three years he has been caught in possession of an inmate-manufactured weapon, threatened a police officer, and has been caught twice with cell phones, California Department of Corrections spokeswoman Terry Thornton said. Some of the attendees of Manson’s hearing were Debra Tate, the sister of Sharon Tate who was one of Manson’s multiple victims, a commissioner, deputy commissioner, attorneys, and family members of Manson’s victims. The commissioners went into a closed deliberation before announcing their final decision to deny Manson parole.
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The Creative Corner
“Never forgotten” by Samantha Vaccaro “Don’t break a spleen shaking with the King” by Samantha Vaccaro “Fire and ice” by Samantha Vaccaro
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The Creative Corner is a segment in The Youngtown Edition designed for CCM students to submit their creative works either for class or recreationally. This is a segment dedicated to the ideas of the student body. It is designed for CCM students to show off their creative side. Everyone is unique in their own way, whether or not you draw, write, or blog. If you enjoy writing short stories or poems on your own time, or even if you wrote a poem for class and want others to read it, send it in to the Creative Corner. The option to submit poems or stories anonymously also stands. Maybe you are a jock and you feel too embarrassed to share your poetry or stories with your friends but you still want to share it with the world; the best place to start is at your own school. Show CCM what you’ve got and get recognition in the newspaper. To send your piece of creativity to the Creative Corner all you have to do is attach the .doc file or .jpeg to an e-mail and send it to youngtownedition@ gmail.com. Someone will get back to you in a matter of days and let you know when your work will be featured in the school newspaper. The Creative Corner is for blogs, poems, stories, essays, drawings, and more. It’s what the student body makes it!
How to get beach body ready: College student edition AMANDA MURILLO Contributor
The end of the spring semester is right around the corner and with that comes the anxiety of trying to get into shape before the summer. Getting into shape may be hardest for college students. Most of them are juggling work, school, and a social life and find it difficult to make it to the gym. Students are tired of hearing the same rules about how to get in shape: exercise, eat healthy, drink more water, and get more sleep. It may sound easy but for a college student on a budget of both money and time those things are easier said than done. As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Nothing worth having was ever achieved without effort.” Here are a few tips for college students who are trying to get in shape.
Can’t seem to find time to go to the gym or the money to pay for a membership?
CCM has a gym on campus that is open to enrolled students. All you need is your student I.D. and you can work out for free. The great thing about having the gym on campus is that any time during the week that you have a break between classes you can go there. You can exercise then get back to class with your workout for the day already taken care of.
Is eating healthy hard when you’re at school and work all day? It may be hard to eat healthy when you are not at home because most vending machines include soda, chips, and candy; to avoid this you need to plan ahead. People should be eating six small meals a day to keep his/her metabolism working through-
out the day. Pack portioned baggies the night before with snacks to take to school and work. Almonds, celery, and rice cakes are just a few healthy snacks that are easy to eat while in class or working. As for the actual meals, pack a lunch box the night before with grilled chicken or a salad and some fruit or yogurt. These meals are healthy, easy to make, and will not create a hole in your pocket either.
Drinking more water hard while you are not home?
Buy a large water bottle that carries up to eight glasses. This amount is what you should be consuming daily. Instead of refilling a cup eight times, fill the bottle up once and finish it by the end of the day. Don’t worry about the price of the water bottle either. Bottles like these in Wal-Mart are about $3 and worth every penny. If you are not a fan of water, add Crystal Light.
Crystal Light has only five calories and is a great way to add taste to your water.
Getting hard for you to sleep at night?
Make yourself a specific bed time. It may sound childish, but if you create a bedtime that you can stay consistent with, it will be easier for you to fall asleep at a decent hour. Turn off the computer and the cellphone. The more hours of sleep you get, the less hungry you will be and the more energized you will feel the next day.
Hard to stay focused?
Keep goals clear in your mind and don’t give up. As hard as it is to create a workout and eating regimen with your busy schedule, it is the only way to make a difference in the way you feel. It may be hard but in the end it will be worth it.