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Serving Front Range Community College Since 1989Tuesday, November 29, 2011 frontpage@frontrange.edu Volume 22, Issue 14

FRONT PAGETuesday, November 29, 2011

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Holiday$ on a BudgetHelpful hints that will help reduce the costs of holiday decorating, gift giving, and cooking.

PHI THETA KAPPAInductionCeremonyThe Honor Societywelcomes new inductees with a traditional ceremony at Front Range Community College.

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(1) FRCC Nursing Program Celebrates 40th AnniversaryFRCC’s Nursing Program, well known in Colorado for its quality nursing education, celebrated its fortieth year of preparing students, like Brittiany Melville, for careers as Registered Nurses.(2) FRCC Student Services ConstructionFRCC Westminster upgrades and modernizes the campus with a new grand entrance to the Student Services Center. The new cen-ter features designated offi ce areas and equipment for each Dept., including new computers, fl at screen televisions, and much more.(3) Middle East UprisingsRevolts have stirred up in various nations in the Middle East starting from Tunisia stretching to Egypt and beyond. The fall of dictators such as Tunisia’s Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, Egypt’s Hosni Mubarak, and most recently Libya’s Moammar Gadhafi have resulted from the revolutions, but the rise of new leaders are still unsettle.(4) Occupy DenverTensions intensifi ed with the clashing of the protestors and police offi cials in Denver, CO. Arrests, lawsuits and riots continue to be generated from the massive protest to end corruption in large cor-porations.(5) Harold Camping’s “Judgment Day” PredictionAfter two failed “end times” predictions, one in May and the other in October, Boulder, CO born Harold Camping and his followers is-sued an apology to the general public and monetary donors.(6) September 11‘s Ten Year Anniversary Americans everywhere united to commemorate the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and their families as well as pay tribute to the heroes lost during the horrifi c event including those who have served and are serving in the military.(7) Osama bin Laden KilledOn May 2, the leader of the terrorist organization, Al-Qaeda, was killed in his hideout property during a raid conducted by U.S. SEAL Team Six.

The Front Page 02 NEWS Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)Welcomes New Inductees

On Friday November 18, the Alpha Mu Psi Chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Soci-ety held an induction ceremony in the Rocky Mountain room of the C Level at Front Range Com-munity College’s Westminster campus. The event, held for the new members of PTK and their friends and family, has been a part of a PTK tradition dating back to 1918. The ceremony began with a welcome speech by faculty advi-sor Cynthia Sarmiento. After a few words of welcome, officers spoke to the inductees about the importance of education and this step in their lives, congratu-lating members and inductees in their choice to become a PTK member. Members of the PTK office then explained how their crest symbolizes their cause and what PTK represents which is wisdom, aspiration, and purity. Being a member of PTK pro-vides many benefits, including recognition as an outstanding student and the opportunity to apply and receive financial sup-port for designated scholarships. Following several speeches

and words of wisdom, officers performed the actual induction ceremony. Students were asked stand and repeat a pledge to themselves and the honor so-ciety. Then each inductee was called up to the podium to sign an oath, and received a white rose and a candle. The candle represented the inner light within each student, the entire rose symbolized purity of life, and its bud stood for intellectual association. “We counted [approximately] 41 new inductees at the cer-emony,” said Melissa Crosby, PTK President. “We’ve had 120 members this year making it a 40% increase in membership.” The ceremony was followed by an inductee group photo and re-freshments. PTK provides the opportuni-ty for these new inductees, and many more in the future, the ability to unite toward common personal and educational goals. For more information about Phi Theta Kappa, visit www.face-book.com/frontrangeptk. (Clockwise from top left): New inductees received white roses and lit candles;

A new inductee signs the Phi Theta Kappa oath; Over forty FRCC students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa.

PTK increases its membership by forty-percent and looks to their future goals

By Vina Sitthisay

Photos by Curtis Halley

Two of my lifelong passions are writing, and working with talent-ed people who have a palpable zest for learning. Being The Front Page’s Editor-in-Chief has given me the opportunity to indulge in both of those passions. The decision to leave my po-sition at the paper was not an easy one. My reason for leaving is due to the fact that my FRCC spring class workload will be very heavy—I know I will not have the bandwidth to continue

to produce a high-quality news-paper. If you ask anyone who knows me, they will tell you about my unwavering belief in the power of writing, and in the importance of sharing one’s story. Everyone has a story that is worth captur-ing, and both writing and photo-journalism express those stories as dependably as any other art form. The Front Page gives FRCC stu-dents an outlet for expression

and a chance to capture what is happening in the lives of other FRCC students, faculty, and the community at-large. There is an inherent trust between writers/photojournalists and you, the reader, that the staff does not take for granted. I have thoroughly enjoyed be-ing able to do what I love while working with and meeting fel-low classmates at FRCC. I have complete confidence that The Front Page staff will continue to

produce a newspaper that is a key source for school and com-munity news. Equally as impor-tant, the paper will continue to provide a platform for the ex-pression of individual voices and stories. As I step down as The Front Page’s Editor-in-Chief, I want to thank you, the reader—where would we be without you?

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEFMy Fond Farewell to The Front Page

By Janel Dalglish

The Front Page 03 NEWS Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Adams County Residents Benefitting from FRCC Generosity

Thanksgiving is a time when most families come together with plenty of food to go around. However, some families and indi-viduals in Colorado do not have that same enjoyable experience. An estimation of more than 3,900 people in the Denver area are homeless, and many do not have the basic necessities need-ed to survive a Colorado winter. In 2010 alone, 5.6 million U.S. households accessed emergency food from a food bank at least once (www.feedingamerica.com). As they have done for several previous years, FRCC’s Student Life organized a way for West-minster campus students and faculty to take action to make a positive change for those house-holds and individuals in need. Just before the fall break (Nov. 7 – 18), red boxes were located around campus for coat and food donations being collected for the homeless and needy. This year,

many more items were donated than in previous years during the week-and-a-half long drive. Donations were counted on the morning of Nov. 18 after gather-ing a variety of goods. Items collected included adult

and children’s coats, some of which were brand new with tags still attached; additionally, food and condiments were collected, including canned foods, pasta, and cotton candy, as well as lime juice and curry paste.

Several essential hygiene items were also donated including toothpaste and shampoo. The complete count of items, by cat-egory, was 113 cans (soup, tuna, beans, vegetables, and fruit), 12 boxes of rice, 21 pieces of win-ter clothing and several hygiene items. Overall, it was considered a very successful year. All of the items that were col-lected at FRCC will be donated to the Adams County Food Dis-tribution Center in Commerce City, CO, which will then dis-perse them to families and indi-viduals who are in need of imme-diate emergency food assistance. The center is supported by vol-unteers, who lend their services in the food bank, warehouse, and office. For further information about food assistance in the Ad-ams County area, call (303) 227-2350 or visit www.co.adams.co.us.

(Above): Assorted items donated during the coat and food drive at FRCC that was organized by Student Life.

Coat and food drive donations are helping local families in needBy Rachel Bailey

IMPORTANT DATES & REMINDERSDECEMBER 9, 12-13

Textbook Buy Back

DECEMBER 12Fall Semester Ends

DECEMBER 24 - JANUARY 2Winter Break (Campus Closed)

JANUARY 9Tuition Payment Deadline

Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!from The Front Page Newspaper Family

The Front Page 04 LIFE Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Holiday Attitude AdjustmentsCan Adjust Waistlines

How to survive the holiday season without as much weight gainBy Vina Sitthisay

Photos courtesy of www. media.nola.com, www.issapt.com, and www.static.relax.com

(Clockwise from top): Walk off the pounds while shopping; shoveling can offset the calo-ries consumed during holiday feasts; frolicking in the snow is a fun way to stay active.

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More Healthy Holiday Tips:1. Snacking is acceptable as long as it is a healthy snack (fruits, vegetables, etc).

2. Small steps matter! Walk to the TV to change the channels, or park further from the store’s entrance. Every step counts.

3. Holiday food is just that: HOLIDAY FOOD. Do not eat more during the entire holiday season; instead, save overindulgence for the actual holiday.

4. SHOP! Walking is very good for the body (Fun fact: the Colorado Mills Mall is over a mile around.)

5. When possible, replace not-so-good-for-you foods with a healthy option. Using processed meat in cooking? Use vegan substitute instead.

One of the most time honored traditions of the holidays is all the good food that comes with it. The rich smells of roasting foods, sugar-dripping sweets, and the comfort of familiar tastes are all part of what people associate with this time of the year. However, it is easy to go over-board with the bountiful feasts at hand. With the passing of FRCC’s fall break, it can be as-sumed that many students and faculty members have indulged in a little gluttony. Surely, many will be packing on weight over the holiday season. Thankfully, there are some atti-tude tips for getting through the food-fi lled season unscathed. The fi rst and most important tip is to accept that you overate, and move on. Although a few pounds have been packed on, it is not wise to linger and sulk about it. The inability to move on from the weight gain usually leads to self loathing which leads to more eating. Or, self loathing can give a person an “Oh well, it already started” type attitude and this may lead to giving up altogether. Once the specifi c holiday is over, then go on with one’s diet and life as it was before the holiday. This means not overindulging on left-overs, or extending the holiday eating. Another important tip is to stay active. It may not seem like it, but every little thing a person does

effects how many calories he/she is burning. A common mis-take is excessive relaxation. Stu-dents tend to want to spend a break from school doing as lit-tle as possible, and who could blame them; it has been a long, hard road. With that said, doing absolutely nothing will help no one. The lack of activity, no mat-ter how small, is affecting one’s body—the best way to fi ght fat and fatigue is activity. This does not mean everyone should run a marathon, but that idleness is not the way to go. The last attitude tip is that it is alright to let go. Getting a “weak in the knees” feeling over a deli-cious pie? Give in. Holding back tends to lead to overindulging later. Giving oneself a limit is better than saying no altogeth-er. Over eat a little bit? Do not beat oneself up—overthinking can lead to stress, and stress is known to lead to belly bulge. A person’s attitude has a lot to do with his/her body. By get-ting over it, staying active, and occasionally giving in, everyone can make it through the holidays without (much) weight gain.

The Front Page 05 LIFE Tuesday, November 29, 2011

MEET THE FRONT PAGE STAFF

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The Fall 2011 semester has been a year fi lled with learning, building a strong team, and having fun.Get to know the staff behind the publication as well as some of their goals and favorite aspects about working

for the newspaper.

For me, writing is an intimate con-nection to the reader, whether that means one reader, or thousands.

I have been inspired by the newspaper organization’s achievements with this year’s design, content, and teamwork. I hope to generate more creativity for our publication for the next year.

My pen is fi lled with pink fury as I rel-ish deconstructing and reconstructing written discourse. Grammar, syntax, cohesion and cohesiveness—I strive to keep language effi cient and fl uid.

As to writing, I love the descriptions I can convey in the articles I am giv-en. I deeply enjoy reviewing books and movies, as well as discussing current programs/events at FRCC.

I wanted to write for The Front Page because I enjoy expressing myself and do not usually get the chance to do so as a Biology and Math major.

I have loved being a part of the newspa-per team here at FRCC Westminster. I have always loved writing and because of The Front Page, I have now changed my major to Literature.

I’m happy to have the privilege of being a writer/photojournalist for The Front Page. I’m pursuing a Journalism degree in cre-ative advertising, so this opportunity is a great start toward reaching my goal.

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I have enjoyed working with The Front Page, other FRCC clubs, and plan-ning campus events this semester. If you have an idea for a club or campus event, visit me in Student Life.

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The Front Page 06 ENTERTAINMENT Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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Editor-in-ChiefJanel Dalglish

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Holiday Fun at Half the CostLearning how to make the most out of holiday clearance prices

Decorat ing

By Lauren Palacios

Gift Giv ing Cooking For holiday decorations, it is all about the price-tags: trees, tinsel, and all of the trim-mings. Most local retail stores have cheap trees, lights, and all sorts of holiday knick-knacks at half the price of local competitors. Patrol the aisles of Kmart®, especially in the clearance aisles, to snag that porcelain ginger-bread house. Also, some websites have decora-tions for 90% off current prices, such as www.amazon.com and www.partycheap.com. It may take some digging, but well worth the time to fi nd cheap ornaments. Also, a new tradition might be in order of making decora-tions the old-fashioned way. Popcorn garland can be made with string, along with decorative pine-cone ornaments, and the toddler of the family can even cut and paste paper into festive shapes. The decorations will still look good and visiting family and f r i e n d s will never know.

For the art of gift giving, there is plenty of support for such a hectic time. For those who were not into the chaos that was Black Friday, there are plenty of ways to show care, without emptying the wallet. If one is ar-tistically driven, holiday gift baskets can be made for relatives, with candles and candies, wrapped in festive tinfoil that can be found at a Dollar Tree, or the Dollar Store. For siblings, gift cards are the way to go, especially for iTunes®. A lot of websites on the Internet have how-to guides for making the holiday season spe-cial, without spending every last cent for the sake of extravagance. Also, some stores have layaway, just in case it proves too expensive to buy something in the moment. With these tips, the holiday season will be about fi lling the heart, not emptying the wallet.

As to the meals of the holiday season, cou-pons are a must. Search the local ads for Al-bertsons and Safeway, and then head over to Wal-Mart. With Wal-Mart’s price-match-ing of local competitors, they must honor every deal the customer shows them, even if the customer forgets the paper advertise-ment. Meaning, if cranberry sauce is $1.15 at Safeway and it is $2.35 at Wal-Mart, Wal-Mart will sell the can for the lowest price. The same goes for all items in the Wal-Mart store, with the price-matching policy they enacted. That turkey dinner with the works might not be as expensive as some may think it is. The same goes for the dessert. The pumpkin pie with whipped cream might be expensive in one store, but somewhere else it could be far cheaper, and the fl avor will still taste

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The Front Page Tuesday, November 29, 201107 OPINON

You should be well prepared. Students pick up quickly when you are not prepared and do not know your stuff. You may have all of your notes in order, and PowerPoints with dazzling effects, but when asked a relevant question by a student and you draw a blank look, everyone notices. If this happens more than twice, your knowledge and authority are in question and the students are talking. You need to hand back all graded assignments in a timely fashion, preferably within a week. Two weeks is pushing it. This is a crucial; not because students like to see teachers stressing out on grading assignments, but because it is good for students to know what they are excelling at as well as need help with. Some exceptions are given: English teachers have an innumerable amount of essays to read and grade; however, if you expect students to write them, then students expect you to grade them, at least before the next assignment is due. You should be prepared to listen. Whether additional clarifica-tion is needed or unexpected events have transpired, students will be coming to you. If there is not enough time for you to talk to a student during class, you should ask that student to see you during office hours. So keep your office hours as your office hours. If you need a lunch break and do not want to be interrupted by students, then do not have it during your office hours. If you are pulled away during office hours, pin a note to your door or have a drop box so students can leave their questions with you. Many students do not want to tie up your classroom time and understand you often have a class coming in as they leave, so that time is not available either. If you are not too fond of open office hours, then make it clear that you see students by appointment only. Students do expect you to be approachable other than during class.. College is that transition from high school to adulthood. In it, stu-dents have expectations set upon them that make it clear the cater-ing time is over. Students also have expectations. So if you are a col-lege teacher, ask yourself: “Where do I fit in these expectations? Am I meeting them?” And if not, then what are you going to do about it?

OPINION:TO OUR TEACHERS

By Jim Rushton, FRCC Student

Photo by Rachel Bailey

The opinions reflected in The Front Page’s Opinion columns do not necessarily express the views of the newspaper staff or Front Range Community College’s administration.

An editorial on student expectations

OPINION: ‘Tis the Season...

It has all been said and done before, and since the holidays are get-ting closer, it is time to bring the subject up again. The true meaning of the holidays, once about family and friends and perhaps a big meal too, is now all about the sale. Forget human feelings, forget the manners that should be pres-ent—it is all about whose hands gets on the 85% off 64-inch TV. It has been happening for years and years…people getting trampled on at local stores, getting hit and knocked down, and lines going all the way to the back of the parking lot. A good sale is a good sale, but have things gotten so out of control that one forgets how fragile the human body is? It is a horrible thing when a season of tradition and family, which should be filled with good times and cheer, has now come to the point where kids demand toys and candy instead of being good all year round in hopes that they get gifts. It is always heard from par-ents, “If you aren’t good, you won’t get any gifts.” Today, kids just expect that they get the gifts no matter their behavior. Families don’t even get together anymore! Instead, they’re off at stores trying to get good deals! For example, this past Black Fri-day, there were many shootings across the U.S. when doors of local stores opened (http://usnews.msnbc.msn.com). There were many in-cidents of pepper spray being used by both guards and angry shop-pers trying to get the best deals of the year. In one frightening case, in Cave Creek, Arizona, a bomb was found in the break room of the Wal-Mart (http://usnews.msnbc.msn.com). It may not be this season or the season 30 years from now, but this new tradition needs to change. People need to relearn that a human is a human and even though the sale is 99% off, there is no price on the short life we have, and the family we hold dear. Be careful this season and happy holidays.

By Kayleigh King

Photos courtesy of www.sensational-color.com, www. cdn.crushable.com, and www.afullcup.com

Masses of Black Friday shoppers swarm major stores such as Toys R Us®, Target, and Wal-Mart.

The first day of a new semes-ter goes something like this: new students scramble to find their class while frantically worrying if they have the right textbook(s), about how difficult the class will be, and just what kind of a teach-er they will have. Most times, you, the teacher, start off with a friendly hello and pass out the syllabus. Notes are taken and highlighters are bro-ken out as your office hours are brightened in neon-yellow. After an hour of your rules reinforced verbally, class begins.

But what about the student’s expectations? In speaking with five different FRCC students, here is a breakdown of the most common expectations.

For Chaos and Mayhem?

VERY BAD GIFTS

The Front Page Tuesday, November 29, 201108 TAKE FIVE

The gift givers may have wanted to

rethink their terrible choices

Gift recipient, Sophie, comments: This is a gift from my ex-boy-friend. He gave me this 4 months after we broke up saying that this “creature” made him think of me. I’m not sure how to take this.

Gift recipient comments: My grandma bought this for my 14-year-old daughter for Christmas. I’m so glad she wasn’t there when she opened it because we were howling with lauåghter & had tears running down our face. Then the entire family took turns having their picture taken wearing it.

Source: www.whydidyoubuymethat.com