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ASG president’s ethics questioned Lydia Emily Bashaw News Editor
All is fair in love and war, but are there rules to political spying? Associated Student Government President Tim Lussier is accused of misrepresenting himself in order to get information about Jeff Merkley’s campaign for United States Senate. According to Russ Kelley, a spokesman for Merkley’s campaign, Lussier, along with a camera, attended a Merkley campaign event in Roseburg as a “tracker.” “It’s a relatively new development in modern campaigning,” Kelley said. “Basically, it’s someone who follows the candidate around with a video camera, trying to catch them in some contradictory statement or something embarrassing.” Kelley shared that it was not Lussier’s attendance at the event that bothered the Merkley campaign but rather the deceitful strategies he used to gather information, including using a false name and identifying himself as a Democratic supporter. Lussier’s MySpace page portrays him as a conservative Republican, complete with a photo of Lussier with presidential candidate Mitt Romney. He is also an employee of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, according to Rebecca Fisher, a committee spokeswoman. The NRSC supports Gordon Smith for the Oregon Senate seat for which Merkley is running. “We recognize that trackers are part of the business, and we understand that he is going to be there,” Kelley said. “We don’t object to him being there; we just object to him not being honest. “. . . After that event, he started little, underhanded tactics aimed at misrepresenting his identity to get information we might not give out to the opposition,” he said, “and information that was not publicly available.” In an article published by the Eugene RegisterGuard, Lussier is referred to as a spy who “crossed the line.” When asked for his opinion on the matter, Lussier said, “Espionage? Isn’t that a little dramatic?” The Merkley campaign said it received an email from a Tim Lussier on Thursday, Jan. 17 at the e-mail address “Merkster2008@yahoo.com.” In the e-mail Lussier wrote that he was a fan of Merkley and he was wondering when he could see him speak. Later that evening the campaign said it received a phone call from someone named “Tim Thompson” asking about a private fundraiser. He left a phone number that turned out to be the number of a landscaping business belonging to his father, Bob Lussier. After some digging online, the Merkley campaign found that the “Tim” at the event was the same Tim who posted a photo with Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney on his MySpace page. Romney and Merkley are not ideologically similar candidates. Along with the MySpace information, the campaign also learned that Lussier was the president of the ASG at Clackamas and an active member of the Young Republican organization. Kelley, having had a similar job in the past, sympathizes with “trackers,” but not with Lussier. Kelley said, “This is the worst job in politics. You have to show up at an event where people don’t like you and don’t like the guy you are working for … I’ve been in this position; I get it.” “But there’s an honest way to do it, and there’s a dishonest way to do it,” he added. “You don’t call and misrepresent yourself, and you especially can’t do that and get caught.” When questioned about his part in tracking Merkley, Lussier said, “This is a game; its politics, unfortunately. I admire Senator Smith. I think he is a fantastic public servant. He has my complete support.” The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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Perhaps the great philosopher Jimmy Buffet summed up tattoos best when he sang, “It’s a permanent reminder of a temporary feeling.”
Despite the apparent downfalls of this, tattoos have a rich history dating back to 5,000 B.C. In 1991 scientists discovered “tattoos” on a caveman from the Copper Age. Scientists found a series of small lines on the remains, made by rubbing powdered charcoal into vertical cuts. Please see INKED, Page 6
College human relations director retires after 30 years Lydia Emily Bashaw Associate News Editor
After 30 years at Clackamas, Karen Stubblefield announced her retirement over the winter break. In an e-mail addressed to her “CCC Family” Stubblefield summarized her reasons for leaving. “I’ve taken some time off of work to deal with some personal health issues over the past couple of weeks,” she said, “and have quickly come to the conclusion that it is best to retire now …” Stubblefield started working at Clackamas in 1977 as a personnel secretary, and later became the director of human resources. This past December, B.J. Rinearson took over that position while Stubblefield remained on staff to help
with the shift. “While I was very much looking forward to working with Courtney (Wilton) and BJ, and helping them transition into the Clackamas culture,” Stubblefield said to fellow faculty members in the before-mentioned e-mail. “I’m confident that you will give them a warm welcome and assist them however you can in my absence.” According to Rinearson, the new director of human resources, retirement will provide Stubblefield with time to tend to her personal life. “… She is taking time to enjoy her grandchildren, be the general contractor on the remodel of their home and manage the affairs of their household,” Rinerson said. “… She thoroughly enjoyed working here. The time was right for her to make some changes, and she wishes everyone a happy and successful 2008.”
Financial aid and scholarship help on the way Matt Garrison Associate News Editor
Clackamas will be there for you – that is, for students who need help filling out their Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) or determining their transfer college of choice. On Saturday, Jan. 26, Clackamas will hold an event to assist students with FAFSA. “Financial Aid Department employees will be on hand to help students fill out the FAFSA form,” said Darcie Iven, scholarship coordinator and financial aid adviser. “Any student planning on attending college at any college in the country should attend this event.” FAFSA is the only way for students to learn whether they can receive federal dollars, Iven said. She recommends that it be filled out every year, as the amount of money an individual qualifies for can change. Please see FAFSA, Page 2
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Darcie Iven, one of the college’s scholarship coordinators and financial aid advisers, helps a student discover new ways to finance school.
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Students enjoy traditional festivities in Barcelona, Spain, as part of a total immersion Spanish class, one of the many exchange opportunities available at Clackamas.
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The study abroad program offers intense learning of foreign languages via application and visitation. “Clackamas, through a consortium of six other colleges, is able to offer students … study abroad opportunities,” said Irma Bjerre, chair of the foreign language department. These colleges are Mount Hood Community College, Rogue Community College, Portland Community College, Central Oregon Community College, Linn-Benton Community College and Chemeketa Community College. In Alajuela, Costa Rica, from
June 28 through July 29 of 2008, classes pertaining to Spanish immersion, as well as field biology and ecology, will be held. “Students can earn four credits of college Spanish in a homestay environment,” Bjerre said. “They can also spend two weeks in four ecosystems on the Pacific Coast, the wetlands, lowland tropical rainforest and the cloud fores. They can study at field stations with ecology and wildlife researchers, supported by an experienced Oregon biologist.” The Intensive Spanish Program will take place in Guanajuato, Mexico, from July 13 through July 27 of 2008. “This is an intensive two-week session … for credit in Spanish 101 through 103, 201 through 203 or Spanish Conversation 211 through 213,” Bjerre said. “You
will be living and studying with students from all over Oregon.” In Stadthagen, Germany, students will have the opportunity to study the German language and culture. “Our students are hosted by the families of the Stadthagen students who plan to come here (Clackamas) in the fall of 2008,” said German Instructor David Miller. “The families provide breakfast, a sack lunch and dinner.” “From June 17 through July 9, students attend classes with German students, go on outings to surrounding cities, such as Hamburg, Bremen, Berlin and Hamlin, and visit various industries,” Miller added. “At an additional cost, there is also an option to spend a weekend in Berlin.”
“Jan. 1 is the soonest you can fill out the FAFSA form for the upcoming school year,” she said. “Some of the funds are on a first-come-firstserve basis, so it pays to do it early.” In addition, at the event Financial Aid Department employees will discuss students’ options when searching for funding. “They will talk about scholarships, veterans’ benefits, the Workforce Investment Act and the Career and Employer Center,” Iven said, “and there will be computers and people there to help you fill out the FAFSA.” Individuals planning to attend should not come empty-handed. “Students should bring their Social Security number, birth date [and] financial aid pin number,” Iven said. “If possible, bring your parents with you, and make sure you have them bring the same information about themselves. “Also bring proof of your income, which could either be your
W-2 form for the 2007 working year, or bring your last pay stub for 2007. A 2006 tax return can also help. If you have any current value of assets, bring that also. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. to receive help from the financial aid staff.” On Thursday, Feb. 7, from 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., various universities will be in the Gregory Forum for an event known as Transfer Day. “It’s a fair where students get information about four-year colleges around Oregon, also including colleges from different states, but mainly in the Northwest,” said Lead Academic Adviser Jessica Walter. Attending Transfer Day can relieve some of the stress that comes with transferring. “Students can find out the application process and student services,” Walter said. “They should visit http://dept. clackamas.edu/advising before going to the event so they know what to ask,” she added. “Advisers can also help brainstorm questions.”
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Shelley Shaw, advising scholarship coordinator, right, helps a prospective student find scholarships as part of the college’s continued effort to help finance education outside and inside the walls of Clackamas.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR In response to Pregnancy Resource Center advertisement Dear Editor, In your paper I saw an advertisement that I believe to be misleading. The ad was for the Pregnancy Resource Centers (PRC) of Portland. The initial reason for my concern is that I have read reports about so-called “clinics” that offer pregnancy tests and information to young women and then provide biased, misleading and even completely incorrect information to try to sway the pregnant women into keeping their pregnancy. Some of these “clinics” have even been reported as showing young women false ultrasounds that make their baby appear weeks or even months older than they really are. I am not saying that this organization provides false ultrasounds – I don’t know – but I do think that their ad makes them look like something they are not. When I went to look up the
Pregnancy Resource Centers of Portland on the Internet, I discovered that they actually have two completely different Web sites. The first one, which was used in their ad, is www. prcofportland.com. Initially, it seemed to be pretty neutral on their stance on abortion and emergency contraceptives (the “morning after” pill, or ECs), although some of their personal stories seem a bit strange. At first, I thought that I might have been wrong about this organization and that maybe they are legitimate. Later, I Googled “PRC of Portland,” and I found a completely different site, www.portlandprc. org. This site made it very clear to me about the type of organization PRC is: pro-life, pro-abstinence and religiously motivated. The fact that PRC had two completely different Web sites was very suspicious (and I still have many unanswered questions about it). I decided to look them up on the Better Business Bureau’s Web site, which lists them as a charity, to see if they had any information. According to them, the PRC of Portland have either declined evaluation or has not provided current information despite
request written requests by the BBB regarding their charity status. They continue in saying that “the BBB believes that this lack of cooperation may demonstrate a lack of commitment to transparency.” The reason I believe the PRC ad is so misleading is that it made statements saying, “Are all your questions answered?” and “Have you explored all your options?” The fact of the matter is that this organization will not allow you to explore all your options, and they will not answer all of your questions in an unbiased manner without their personal agenda in mind, to get you to keep the pregnancy no matter what. To be honest, there is no guarantee that they will even give a client correct information. One of the informational pamphlets provided by a PRC in Milwaukie turned out to have some information in it that was either taken out of context, person opinion or was blatantly false. An example of this is saying that one of the three ways a birth control pill works is by “causing an early abortion,” which is not the case and has absolutely no medical information to back it up. Because the Pregnancy
Resource Centers of Portland offer help to young mothers with things like housing, food, clothing and adoption services, they might be a good resource if you are pregnant and have already made up your mind to keep the pregnancy. But if you have not made up your mind about your pregnancy, please, please go to an organization that will help you explore all your options with correct and, even more importantly, unbiased information so that you can make an informed decision that is truly right for you, whatever that decision might be. Kelly Forbes CCC Student
In response to “Spray Those Stalkers” Dear Editor, I am responding to the article “Spray Those Stalkers” written by Emily Walters in the Nov. 28, 2007 edition of The
Clackamas Print. The article left some with the impression that (1) the campus is unsafe and (2) Tasers, canisters of Mace and other types of weapons are encouraged on our campuses. Neither of these impressions is accurate. Clackamas is one of the safest community colleges in Oregon and maintains that standard by being the only community college with armed and trained enforcement officers. Additionally, the college has a cadet program that augments campus patrols with Criminal Justice student interns. Furthermore, each month the Campus Security Committee reviews security activities on our campuses and makes recommendations where needed. Anyone bringing weapons like those mentioned in the article onto any of our campuses violates the college’s administrative regulations and will be subject to disciplinary action. Thank you for allowing me to clarify the college’s security policies. We take safety seriously, and are proud of our program and record. Bill Leach Dean of Campus Services
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School more than games for student Political science major balances school, friends and religion Ta y o S t a l n a k e r The Clackamas Print
During his six terms at the college, 20-year-old Matthew Ostergren has found a nice balance between studying and relaxing. “I enjoy [Clackamas] quite a bit. The classes and most of the instructors are great – there’s a lot of good people here,” Ostergren said. Ostergren can often be found in the Community Center, playing table-top games with his friends. “We play ‘Risk,’ ‘Risk 2210,’ ‘Pirates of the Spanish Maine,’ ‘Axis & Allies,’ ‘Magic: The Gathering,’ ‘YuGi-Oh’ and just about any game someone brings in,” he said. “I play for the social interaction of the games. Plus, it keeps us entertained.” When he’s not conquering third-world nations, Ostergren spends a lot of his time working on his double-major in political science and philosophy. “Eventually I’ll get a doc-
torate in political theory, and found himself to have more working at Baskin Robbins, possibly be part of a polit- respect for various third-par- in Oregon City, or is at home ical think tank that studies ties. studying. and evaluates various political “I’m into the Green Party, “I study philosophy, physmovements,” he said. “Or I’ll the Socialist Party and the ics, political science and ecojust be a college professor.” Libertarian Party,” he said. nomics,” he said. “I do quite a On top of all that tough school work, he is also the vice president of the Writer’s Club. Apparently, things are going very well with the club this term. “There are about 20 to 25 members, and about 15 show up on average a week,” he said. “We meet from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays in room 220 in Roger Rook. Anyone can be a part; we’re very accepting of all people.” Ostergren has been keeping tabs on the current election, and has an interesting take on what’s been happening. “I consider [this election] to be trash,” he said. “The primaries are a joke, Photo by Megan Koler Clackamas Print and the candidates are all Matt Ostergren spends some time with friends playing “Magic the same anyway.” Ostergren has ill feel- the Gathering” between classes. Ostergren also enjoys blogings about the two major ging and Political Science Instructor Dean Darris’ classes. political parties that run the United States. “When it comes to “They’re all consistent and bit of reading.” Democrats and Republicans, don’t pander.” Being an opinionated colI hate both criminal organizaAfter a long day of classes, lege student, and well-read tions equally,” he said. studying and socializing with in current events, Ostergren Because of this, he has his friends, Ostergren is either has been using the Internet to
voice his opinions on a global scale. “I really don’t watch TV anymore; I just blog,” he said. For those who don’t know, a blog (short for Web-log) is essentially a journal that one writes on the Internet. Ostergren has been blogging for a while now, mostly about philosophy, religion and politics. As far as religion is concerned, Ostergren has found peace in a faith that was more common during the early days of America than it is now. “I’m a Quaker,” he said, “I wasn’t raised as one, but I became one a year ago. I appreciate its emphasis on kindness, pacifism and respecting all people – regardless of who, or what, they are.” As a veteran student at Clackamas, Ostergren has a few class suggestions for new students. “I would recommend any [political science] class taught by Dean Darris, he said. “Also, the philosophy department is good here.” He also has some advice for new students: “Do your homework and go to class,” he said. “Talk to your professors and let them know that you do care about the class.”
Chinese class gains interest with students and teachers apparent why some beginners may find the language intimidating. Wang encourages her students not to try to learn or unlearn an accent. “If you can understand my teaching, that’s enough,” she said. “When you learn someJess Sheppard thing, you just do it.” The Clackamas Print The class is still in the experimental stage. This term, Surprisingly enough, the focus is on speaking rather Chinese is not so different than vocabulary. During spring term, Wang will cover simfrom English. “Chinese [is] much easier to plified characters along with learn than French or German,” pronunciation and advanced said Instructor Xiaoou Wang, vocabulary. Wang teaches her class in who teaches Chinese 100, a three parts. The first hour is new course at Clackamas. According to Wang, dedicated to speaking and review of the preChinese has no vious session. The conjugation and second part is spent an exceedingly “Chinese explaining the culsimple sentence tural significance structure. Also, [is] much and history of plurals are not easier Chinese. The last as varied as they part of the class to learn are in English. is a video tour of Learning Chinese than various parts of is arguably far French China. easier than having In the course to learn genders and Wang teaches for every single German.” Mandarin, the offiobject, which is cial language of necessary when China. Cantonese Xiaoou Wang studying Spanish and Mandarin, she Chinese and German. says, are actually Instructor The key diftwo separate lanference between guages. Chinese and “Cantonese English, and perhaps the greatest difficulty for people can understand me, but I can’t understand them,” she students, is vocal inflection. “It’s hard to wrap my said. Wang is from Beijing. She brain around it,” said Chinese student and school Tai Chi came to America to earn her masters in linguistics and Instructor Wayne Keller. The same word can be spo- literature at Portland State ken in four separate tones, and University. While here she it’s the tone that determines married her husband, whom she the meaning of the word. The met in China when the two of various tones, coupled with them applied to the University Wang’s own strong accent and of Tulsa, in Oklahoma. “I like the simple life here unique vocal pattern, makes it
New class offers to teach Mandarin, but also gives a cultural look into China
– less people,” Wang said. “Here [there is] much more time to spend with family. In China, everyone [is] busy all the time. Here [life is] very relaxing.” Another aspect of living in the United States that Wang enjoys is American movies. Now that Wang has achieved her masters, she is pursuing her doctorate. She has approximately two and a half Photos by Elizabeth Hitz Clackamas Print years of study ABOVE: Chinese Instructor Xiaoou Wang teaches her students Mandarin, the official left. It may be langage of China, which has more native speakers than any other language on Earth. too late to take the class this term, but Chinese 101 will still be offered in the spring, and maybe again next year.
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Ideas go through ringer to become classes Kyle Steele Feature Editor
Each term the course catalog hosts a wide selection of new and different classes, but how do these courses develop and become available at Clackamas? While the initial stages of creating a class may vary, all ideas have to go through the same basic trials before they can be funded. Committees, deans and the state all have a hand in the creation of every course and what each of them means for students who will be transferring to a four-year university. The idea “In my department, offering a new class is a largely collaborative process between an instructor and the department chair,” said English Instructor Trevor Dodge. Dodge has created a number of English classes, including Games and Literature and Introduction to Literary Theory, which are new to
the college this term. Concepts for classes are generated by more than just instructors and department chairs; businesses, professions and even students can be part of this step. “A new class may come from an instructor’s passion for a particular subject, or from a need we see students or the community have, or an area of interest that is new,” said English Department Chair Trista Cornelius. Writing up an outline Once the subject of a new course has been established, the next step is for instructors to write up a course outline. “This form helps faculty make learning outcomes, grading criteria and course content concrete and consistent,” Cornelius said. Included in the outline are student learning outcomes, which describe what the course will teach students during the length of the term and why the class is wanted or necessary.
After the first draft is finished, it is then given to the department, department chair and the dean, who finalize details and needs that they feel the class should meet. All the way to state When the final touches have been made to the course outline, it is time to fill out a New Course Form. Questions on the form regard how the class will meet degree requirements, the goals of the class and the number of credits. “Coming up with ideas for new courses may be different for each department, but the process to the state for having them approved is the same,” Curriculum Office Administrative Assistant Lynda Graf said. The state reviews the information and weighs it against similar courses offered by other community colleges and four-year universities. Once it has been reviewed by the state and has passed all testing, it can be entered into the course catalog for the next year.
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Other considerations While many courses are registered with their own course number provided by the state, some experimental courses initially receive a 199 or 299 number from the college. “We can run a class under those numbers twice, and then we need to get an official state number,” Cornelius said. “The only catch is
that the 199 and 299 classes transfer as electives only. An English 199 would not fulfill ‘Arts and Letters’ requirements for the AAOT/ASOT, for example.” The method for designing classes is relatively the same for each department, and student input is always welcome in this process. “ M a n y courses have been created due to student-
demand,” Graf said. Some instructors and department chairs seek input, in order to determine what the student body wants or needs, so that their departments can better serve the school. Cornelius said,“I go to the advisers routinely and ask what they’ve heard students needing [or] wanting in terms of classes, times, days, ect.”
Judy Clark: the voice of Clackamas Kyle Steele Feature Editor
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Operator Judy Clark answers the phone from her desk in the Community Center on the Oregon City campus.
A desk near the south entrance of the Community Center could be considered the nerve center of the entire campus. Running that area is Judy Clark. Clark works as the switchboard operator, a job that requires answering questions and connecting callers to their instructors or department extensions. The position usually makes her the first person
a caller will actually talk to over the phone, and has made her the official voice of the college. “I enjoy helping and directing people,” she said. In addition to her duties as the switchboard operator, Clark does reception work, as well as helps students and staff with their questions in person at her desk. “There is a satisfaction in knowing you can help people and that they appreciated the information we give them,” she said.
A 20-year employee of Clackamas, Clark still greets people walking by with a smile or a quick hello in between calls, and keeps up a helpful and friendly attitude. “Clackamas becomes like a family to both staff and students,” she said, “and our goal is to help everyone as much as possible so they can have a successful college experience.” Outside of her job with the college, Clark enjoys spending time with her real family, especially her grandchildren, whose ages range from three to five.
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“Confluence,” the latest art exhibit featured at the college, came to an end on the 18th. The show included works from local artists, sculpturists Mike Suri and Tom Yodi and printmaker Tim Lundholm. Suri was not only involved in the show, but also has an iron sculpture titled “Gather,” which is part of the permanent collection at the college. “Gather” is located on the Oregon City campus, directly in front of the Dye Learning Center. More of Suri’s art can be found on his Web site, suriiron.com. Prints, which were Lundholm’s contribution to the exhibit, are original,
ink-on-paper works of art. Lundholm basically uses one of the types of matrixes, inking it and printing it onto paper by either hand-rubbing or using a press. Some of his art can be seen at handpulledprints.com/timlundholm.html. The next art exhibit, titled “Limelight” – made up of the work of three artists – will open in the Alexander Gallery, inside Niemeyer Hall, on Monday, Jan. 28. The artists’ reception will take place on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. Although Terry Chatkupt, the Alexander Gallery manager, usually curates, Director of Organism Jeff Jahn is guestcurating Limelight. Jahn runs a blog at Portlandart.net, and he started the nonprofit program Organism at artorganism.org. Chatkupt chose Jahn to
curate in part to receive more attention for the Alexander Gallery outside of the college, and also because of what he does in the art world. Chatkupt said that he will not be currating much longer and will be replaced by Art Department Chair Rick True. Chatkupt usually decides who to showcase in the gallery simply through networking. The artists being featured in “Limelight” are Philippe Blanc, Salatore Reda and Marne Lucas. Blanc is creating a largescale installation piece in honor of French culture, while Reda’s contribution is the video “Dino” on the great Dean Martin. Lucas is a photographer. For more information on the Alexander Gallery, Terry Chatkupt may be reached at ext. 2294.
ABOVE: Several of the art pieces that were part of the exhibit “Confluence.” BELOW: A wall-hanging titled “Bloom” was one of many sculptures in the art exhibit.
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Katrina Cook, a full-time student at Clackamas, walks through the Alexander Gallery looking at the sculptures and prints that made up the recent exhibit “Confluence.”
Pregnant teenager Juno bumps funny bone with witticisms Emily Walters Arts & Culture Editor
Bumps come along in everyone’s lives growing up; some simply are larger – not to mention more visible – than others. Case in point: becoming a teenage mother. “That ain’t no Etch-A-Sketch; this is one doodle that can’t be undid, homeskillet.” Not exactly the most comforting words for 16-year-old Juno MacGuff to hear from a convenience store owner while shaking a pregnancy test in an attempt to make the large, pink plus sign disappear. The movie “Juno” relays the journey of growth – of body, mind and heart – that Juno experiences over the duration of her incidental pregnancy, which is the outcome of a spontaneous night with cross country boy Paulie Bleeker (who goes simply by Bleeker). Although the 2007 film “Knocked Up” also features a pregnant lead character, abortion was never considered an option by the mother in the movie. Juno takes a completely different view of her situation at first, calling in to “Women Now” for
an appointment, because, as she tells Bleeker, “... pregnancy often leads to, you know, infants,” and she is not ready to raise a child. However, when Juno arrives she is informed by a sign-waving classmate protesting in front of the clinic that her baby is far enough along in devel-
opment that it already “probably has fingernails.” That, followed by the punk reception-
That decision means that Juno has to tell her family about her pregnancy. They support her decisions despite their initial shock. “I think it was interesting how they all accepted [the pregnancy],” said Devon Skyles, community member. Juno’s attachment to her baby’s “parents,” although the adoption is to be a closed one, begins to grow, especially to the former rocker husband, Mark. Slowly she pushes young Bleeker further and further away as she engrosses herself in a fantasy world that seems so different from her own. Coupled with a script full of wonderfully witty repertoire and a delightful soundtrack made up of songs from the alternative persuasion, “Juno” capped off 2007, breaching the topic of teenage pregnancy, which has been considered taboo by many. “[The movie] was hilarious; I just really liked Juno’s sense of humor,” said Chelsea Shell, another community member. “It was her response to everything that happened that I loved.” Juno has seized four major Academy Award nominations, including Best Actress for Ellen Page Illustration by Megan Koler Clackamas Print and Best Picture.
ist offering her boysenberry condoms that make “junk smell like pie,” makes Juno have second thoughts, and hastily leave. Abortion then being out of the question, Juno resorts to searching through the Pennysaver ads for prospective parents with her best friend, Leah. She settles on the Loring couple, who seem to have an idyllic lifestyle.
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Don’t get inked drunk Continued from TATTOOING, Page 1
The art of tattooing has since long progressed. Within the last few decades it has experienced a cultural embrace. Tattoos are no longer for those in the seedy underbelly of society; their artistic qualities are now accepted by people from all walks of life. What compels a person to get a tattoo? For most, a tattoo represents a significant person or time period. For others, it signifies a mantra or lifestyle. “I got mine because I am a dancer and I sing,” said ASG Grant Department Officer Jessica Henrikson of her tattoo. “It’s a heart as a music note.” Choosing the right artist When considering getting a tattoo, the first step is to choose a shop and an artist. Ask around. Most shops’ reputations rely on word of mouth from satisfied customers … or disgruntled ones. Shops should follow the standards of cleanliness. According to Rose Guilfoyle, an artist at Pussycat Tattoo on McLoughlin Boulevard, the customer has every right to ask the artist to provide evidence of a clean workspace. “You can ask your artist to set up in front of you so that you can see packages being opened,” Guilfoyle said. “It is more than OK to ask to see the sterilization area. It should look clean and tidy and organized. You can
I did. People go in and say, ‘It has to Finding the right design check with the State Board of Health be exactly this and exactly that,’ but to see if the shop has had any issues A good shop is willing to work what you do is, when you meet a tatin the past.” All of these things are good indica- with a customer on the design of his too artist, you trust them. tors that a shop is running a sanitary or her tattoo until he or she is satisfied, “You learn who they are. You see but the customer must be willing to what they do. Then, you trust them. operation. When selecting an artist, look at give the artist some freedom as well. Then, you give yourself to them and “I said, ‘This is kind of your piece. say, ‘OK, I’m your canvas, but this the styles of art at which he or she excel. Someone who is a phenomenal It’s on me, and I’m paying for it, and I is what I want. Go for it; I trust you.’ portrait artist would probably not be have a say, but it’s kind of a collabora- That’s what very important, in my the best at doing a Japanese-style tive here,’” Andersen said. “So, I let opinion, about choosing an artist.” him have freedom on it, and I’m glad tattoo. Know that if the design is intricate, “Be aware of the type of work coming out of the shop you pick,” Guilfoyle said. Willow, owner of Two Chicks Tattooing on 7th Street, in Oregon City, said, “Choosing your artist is important. You need to make a personal connection and feel comfortable with the artist you choose.” Art Instructor Dave Andersen said about selecting his artist, “I went to about 10 tattoo shops, and I talked to them about tattooing. I saw their facilities. I talked to them about their background and saw the tattoos they had done. “I just kind of fell in love with Tim Jordan. That’s how I met him. I just went into his shop (Star Tattoo), and I connected with him.” Photo by Andrea Simpson Clackamas Print Clackamas student Emma Reynders shows off her tattoos, one of which was done at Two Chicks Tattoo, located in Oregon City.
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it will need to be large. “The most common thing that I hear from people about their first tattoo … is that they did it too small and [it doesn’t] age very well,” Guilfoyle said. Trust the artist on the best size of the tattoo. They will know how it will hold up on the chosen area of the body. Preparing for the big event Artists have a few suggestions regarding how customers should physically prepare to have a permanent mark placed on their skin. “You need to understand that allergic reactions can happen,” Willow said, “and if you have allergies, then this may not be for you.” Guilfoyle said, “It’s a good idea to get a good night’s sleep. Eat a good meal before you come in. Make sure you’re well-rested and not anxious because we’ll walk you through the whole thing.” One common misconception is that an individual should go drinking beforehand. Andersen said, “Most people in the old days would have too many beers and stumble into the first [shop] they came upon and say, ‘Yeah, put a hula dancer on me!’ But the rules are so strict in Oregon. I mean, you cannot have any drugs in your system, and you cannot have any alcohol in your system. There are reasons for that.” Getting a tattoo is not a decision to take lightly. But with many local shops that boast great artists, it’s just a matter of choosing the one that’s right for you.
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Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008
Coach inspiring students for 25 years Breaking it down
Andrea Simpson Sports Editor
Dedicated. Hardworking. Hilarious. These are just a few words that Head Volleyball Coach Kathie Woods’ colleagues use to describe her. Not many have worked in the athletic department as long as Woods. She is celebrating 25 years of coaching at Clackamas. Woods has led the volleyball team for all 25 of those years, and in the ’80s she coached men’s tennis until the program was dropped. “I have always been involved in athletics, and not just volleyball,” she said. “I have a passion for it, I guess. I just believed that the next step after competition for myself was to be a coach. That way, I could still be involved in competition. It was the natural thing to do.” Woods grew up in Dallas, Ore., and graduated from Dallas High School in 1974. She went on to Oregon State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Administration in 1978 and then finished with a Master of Education in 1981. While at Oregon State she was a multisport athlete, playing for the OSU volleyball team during the 1974-76 seasons, as well as the softball team during the
Woods started coaching freshman volleyball at Lakeridge High School in the course of her student teaching. “I got my teaching certification as something to fall back on as advice from my parents,” she said. “I never even imagined that I would love to teach as much as I do. “Teaching and coaching are so much alike. I love breaking things down and trying new ways to explain things. I love to tell real-life stories in my teaching because I think it helps to relate to the topic better when it is something that has been experienced.” Assistant Coach Lindsay Schiely, who is also a former Clackamas volleyball player, agrees that Woods’ coaching style differs from most. “Kathie is a good motiva- WOODS tor,” Schiely said. “She is not the type of coach to sit and yell or be angry at players to get a response. She motivates through positive reinforcement, and she never gives up on trying to correct mistakes.” Woods is also an active member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She initiated the chapter at Clackamas, and last year was chosen as FCA College Coach of the Year for the Portland metropolitan area.
On and off the court Woods doesn’t simply encourage her team members to improve as players; their
Basketball wins over weekend, builds confidence Megan Koler The Clackamas Print
Men’s and women’s basketball both found victory this past weekend. The men’s basketball team defeated Southwestern Oregon 96 to 91, while the women’s team defeated their Southwestern counterpart, The Lakers, 74 to 68. These games brought the men’s team’s standings up to 4-1 in league play – 12-8 in season play – and the women’s team’s standings up to 3-2 in league play –13-6 in season play. Although the standings leave something to be desired, both coaches are optimistic that their teams will continue to improve and win. “This year’s team is very young and inexperienced,” said Men’s Basketball Coach Clif Wegner. “It is still finding itself and growing; learning to play together and play consistently.” The women’s team has been facing its own challenges, including numerous roster changes over the last two months and the addition of fall sports athletes. “With all of these changes, the team is still trying to find its identity and mesh with each other,” said
year is filled with longstanding team traditions. They include going to the beach for a team retreat and ... a Kentucky Fried Chicken bucket? “Every year there is the annual scavenger hunt,” Schiely explained. “[Team members] are given a set time limit. They have to have their fingernails painted red and blue. They have to bring back a KFC bucket, a pizza box … all sorts of crazy things!” This year, the team had fun in the preseason by setting up a giant Slip ‘n Slide on the hill next to the track. “Everyone was sliding down on inflated air mattresses, and Kathie was just sitting there in an inflatable kiddie pool on the side,” Schiely recalled. “It was so much fun! “The team loves going on the merrygo-round in Spokane; or if we see a swing set, Kathie will make the team squish on, and no one’s feet can touch the ground. We are always having fun together.”
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Kathie Woods has been coaching at Clackamas for a quarter of a century and still loves every minute of it
Women’s Basketball Coach Jim Martineau. “In comparison to past teams ... we are probably down a little in overall talent, but we have a trio of sophomores leading the group who work extremely hard to get better.” This trio consists of players Rachel Copeland, Kelsey New and Monique Tribble. Talent seems to come in threes on the men’s team as well. According to Wegner, David Fife, JC Cook and Austin Dunn are all making significant contributions to the team this year. The team as a whole seems to flourish at passing and shooting, he said. The women’s team has on their side a great ability to keep defending during poor offensive possessions and Kelsey New, the team’s cocaptain who has an affinity for shooting three-pointers. The next game for the men’s basketball team is today in Gresham against Mt. Hood at 7:30 p.m. The next home game will be against Umpqua at 6 p.m. on Jan. 26. The women’s team will also face off against Mt. Hood today at 5:30 p.m. in Gresham, and will play Umpqua in a home game at 4 p.m. on Jan. 26.
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nature as people is just as important. “She believes in her players and pushes them to be the best,” Schiely said. “She stresses being a better person, which is not common for most coaches.” Tracy Swisher, a sports photographer on campus, said, “Kathie stresses her philosophy in giving 100 percent in school, volleyball and life. Her athletes work hard at becoming not only better volleyball players, but also on character development and showing respect in all of life’s situations.” But although Woods knows how to play hard on the court and in life, she is well-known for her sense of humor. Each
So how does Kathie look back on her 25 years at Clackamas? “I still coach because I love young people and I have a passion for coaching,” she said. “I love competition. I feel competition brings out so much in a person. Competition helps in the development of character. “I do love my teams – every single one of them – no matter if we win or lose. I accept every team as a direct answer to prayer. Every year I pray for exactly the team God wants me to have. Then I feel a responsibility for each team to do the best I can at helping them grow as a person and as a student and as a volleyball player. They may not realize it or not, but they are my life.”
Wrestling prepares for yet another successful season on the mats Dale Balbi
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The Clackamas wrestling team is on the rise. As the Cougar wrestlers engaged in the at-home match between Clackamas and South West Community College on Friday, Jan. 11, the crowd was quiet. The coach shouted instructions such as “Move your feet” and “Hands on head” while both wrestlers tried to get an advantage on their opponent. The Cougars won the meet 32-6. It is one of the team’s many victories so far this season. Head Coach Josh Rhoden is proud of the Cougars’ recent performance, as well as of the individual players’ standings. “Three of our wrestlers are in the top eight in the country,” he said, “and the team is in the top 10 out of 50 teams.” The region that the Cougars are in is the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Rhoden has high expectations for the team. “We want to do better than fifth in the nation and have at least six academic All-Americans,” he said. Clackamas has five returning wrestlers from last
season. They are Jim Halicki; Mike Beeson; Vance Beeson, who is ranked sixth in the country; Derrick Bartlemay, who is ranked seventh in the nation; and John Bates, who is ranked an impressive second overall. Both Bates and Bartlemay were All-Americans in the previous season. Thus far this year, the wrestling team has made some strides. “We had four losses last year, and there is a very good chance that they can improve that,” Rhoden said. Rhoden is extremely pleased with the timely progression of his team. “The effort and focus are at high levels,” he said. “There is lots of potential to continue our success in the future,” he added. The wrestlers have their own personal expectations. Take Bates, for example: “My goals are to win a national title and graduate in the spring,” he said. What is the key ingredient to Bates’ success? “My coaches and my workout partner, Nigel Bond,” he said. Bond is a freshman at Clackamas. Both he and Bates weigh in at 285 pounds. Among the components of the team’s overall achievement is its members’ emotional closeness. “We are united as a team,” Bates said.
Photos by Genyva Laubach Clackamas Print
ABOVE: Coach Rhoden (right) yells instructions to a Clackamas wrestler on the mat. RIGHT: A Clackamas wrestler throws off an opponent.
Knights Tale comes to an end
Beloved hearthrob, Heath Ledger, dies at 28 By Tom Hays Associated Press Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ Heath Ledger was found dead Tuesday at a downtown Manhattan apartment, naked in bed with sleeping pills nearby, police said. The Australian-born actor was 28. It wasn’t immediately clear if Ledger had committed suicide. He had an appointment for a massage at a residence in the tony neighborhood of SoHo, NYPD spokesman Paul Browne said. A housekeeper who went to let him know the massage therapist had arrived found him dead at 3:26 p.m. A large crowd of paparazzi and gawkers gathered outside the building on an upscale block. Ledger’s body was still inside, and several police officers guarded the door. The medical examiner’s office planned an autopsy Wednesday, spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said. While not a marquee movie star, Ledger was a respected, award-winning actor who chose his roles carefully rather than cashing in on his heartthrob looks. He was nominated for an Oscar for his performance as a gay cowboy in “Brokeback Mountain,” where he met Michelle Williams, who played his wife in the film. The two had a daughter, Matilda, and lived together in Brooklyn until they split up last year. Ledger most recently appeared in “I’m Not There,” in which he played one of the many incarnations of Bob Dylan — as did Cate Blanchett, whose performance in that film earned an Oscar nomination Tuesday for best supporting actress. Ledger had finished filming his role as the Joker this year in “The Dark Knight,” a sequel to 2005’s “Batman Begins.” He’s had starring roles in “A Knight’s Tale” and “The Patriot,” and played the suicidal son of Billy Bob Thornton in “Monster’s Ball.” He also played a
heroin addict in the 2006 Australian film “Candy.” Before settling down with Williams, Ledger had relationships with actresses Heather Graham and Naomi Watts. He met Watts while working on “The Lords of Dogtown,” a fictionalized version of a cult classic skateboarding documentary, in 2004. Ledger was born in 1979 in Perth, in western Australia, to a mining engineer and a French teacher, and got his first acting role playing Peter Pan at age 10 at a local theater company. He began acting in independent films as a 16-year-old in Sydney and played a cyclist hoping to land a spot on an Olympic team in a 1996 television show, “Seat.” After several independent films, Ledger moved to Los Angeles at age 19 and co-starred opposite Julia Stiles in “10 Things I Hate About You,” a teen comedy reworking of “The Taming of the Shrew.” Offers for other teen flicks soon came his way, but Ledger turned them down, preferring to remain idle than sign on for projects he didn’t like. “It wasn’t a hard decision for me,” Ledger told the Associated Press in 2001. “It was hard for everyone else around me to understand. Agents were like, ‘You’re crazy,’ my parents were like, ‘Come on, you have to eat.’” His movie career caught on anyway, culminating with his Academy Award nomination opposite Jake Gyllenhaal in “Brokeback.” “Dark Knight” director Christopher Nolan said earlier this month that Ledger’s performance as the Joker would be wildly different than Jack Nicholson’s memorable turn in 1989’s “Batman.” “It was a very great challenge for Heath,” Nolan said. “He’s extremely original, extremely frightening, tremendously edgy. A very young character, a very anarchic presence that taps into a lot of our basic fears and panic.” ——— Associated Press Sara Kugler contributed to this report.
Ledger’s Filmography 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
The Dark Knight (2008) (post-production) I’m Not There (2007) Candy (2006) Casanova (2005) Brokeback Mountain (2005) The Brothers Grimm (2005) Lords of Dogtown (2005) The Order (2003) Ned Kelly (2003) The Four Feathers (2002) Monster’s Ball (2001) A Knight’s Tale (2001) The Patriot (2000) Two Hands (1999) 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) Paws (1997) Blackrock (1997)
Invitation from Associated Student Government
Sign up for the blood drive or ski bus and enjoy a delicious Barbeque. Wednesday, Jan 23, 11 a.m. through 2 p.m. right outside the Community Center. Hot dog $1.50/ meal $2. Burger or garden burger $2.50/meal $3. Meal includes chips and a drink. Sponsored by Student Government, ext 2245.
Sp rts Sc res Men’s Basketball
01-05-08 – Clackamas 81, Lane 72 01-09-08 – Umpqua 100, Clackamas 75 01-12-08 – Clackamas 89, Linn-Benton 79 01-16-08 – Clackamas 95, Portland 72 01-20-08 – Clackamas 96, SW Oregon 91
Women’s Basketball
01-05-08 – Lane 75, Clackamas 59 01-09-08 – Umpqua 70, Clackamas 59 01-12-08 – Clackamas 77, Linn-Benton 71 01-16-08 – Clackams 90, Portland 64 01-18-08 – Clackamas 100, Multnomah Bible College 39 01-20-08 – Clackamas 74, SW Oregon 68
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Photo illustration by Mistymarie Wilks-Salguero Clackamas Print
Games this Week
Men’s Basketball Today, in Gresham against Mt. Hood, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26, at Clackamas against Umpqua at 6 p.m. Wrestling Jan. 25 and 26, Powell Duals in Powell, WY Women’s Basketball Today, in Gresham against Mt. Hood, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 26, Umpqua at Clackamas, 4 p.m.