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Anne Arundel Community College women’s basketball team has canceled the rest of its season. “We were losing girls for all different reasons,” said head coach John Wardell. “Some of the girls were ineligible, two girls quit school and the girls just didn’t show up for practice.” The season normally extends into late February, but the women played their last game on Jan. 14 at Frederick Commu-nity College, losing 103-27. The team started the season with six players, but over the course of 11 games the team struggled to fill the court. After starting the season off with a close loss to Lorain County Community College, the team lost the next three games against Westmoreland County College, Cumberland County College and the College of Southern Maryland. “We had no one show up for games,” said Jordyn Childress, a sophomore forward from Glen Burnie. “I only played three games and our last game we only had five girls show up.” The women ended their season with a record of 1-10. Their only win was at home on Dec. 3, when they defeated Allegany College of Maryland 74-65. When the season got closer to the holidays and to the begin-ning of the winter semester, some of the players needed to take winter classes to stay eli-gible to play. “We had three girls that I expected to be eligible again,” said Wardell. “They were taking winter classes, but they didn’t do too well.” At the Jan. 14 game against Frederick, the remaining play-

Calling it quitsBy Shelby Smith Staff Writer

see “Bball”page 5

The AACC administra-tion building is being reno-vated this year, blocking the pathway between the stu-dent union building and the student services building. The renovations are mostly internal, including improve-ments to the heating, venti-lation and air conditioning, electrical improvements, and a new elevator. But thereno-vation will also add another 3,500 square feet to the build-ing, said Melissa Beardmore, vice president of Learn-ing Resources Management. “Construction started late December,” Beard-more said. “It will be fin-ished this time next year.” The renovations will cost $5.9 million, which will be paid for by both the state and the county. The changes will make the building more en-ergy efficient, which will be better for the environment. Based on enrollment and the use of a building, the school creates a master plan for reno-vations and new construction. Once a project is decided on, AACC must submit a study to the state to prove that the proj-ect is needed. These projects are usually paid for by the state and the county, with each pay-ing about half of the total cost. The renovation of the ad-ministration building isn’t the only construction that is hap-pening on campus, however. “There are actually two projects happening at the same time,” said Beardmore. “The admin-istration building and a walk-ways project. To minimize dis-ruption around campus, we’re doing them at the same time.” The walkways project will cost $500,000 and is being funded by the county. This project will

renovate the walkways around the gym to eliminate the steps and the ramps, which will make it less steep for handi-cap access, said Beardmore. What do students think about all the construction? “It’s kind of annoying,” said 20-year-old student Fe-licia Smith. “The semester just started and there’s al-ready construction going on.” “I don’t know what they’re do-ing,” said 18-year-old English major Trey Vold. “It’s just really inconvenient to people who have classes on both sides of campus.” “I’m actually kind of excited,” said 23-year-old Amanda Lan-ham. “Last time they did con-struction, it was on the library, and that turned out great. I can’t wait to see how it turns out.”

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Feb. 4 Black History Trivia Game Show. Noon. Dining Hall

Feb. 9 Lecture: “Black Astronauts and the Discovery Space Shuttle.”

10 a.m. Student Union Room 102

Feb. 16 Discussion based on films “Dark Girls” and “Good Hair.”

Noon, Cade 207

Feb. 20 Seminar: “The Essence of Black Love,” a discussion of of the ex-

perience and uniqueness of black love from the African-American perspective.

Noon, Student Union 204

Feb. 23 “Move,” a dance competition.

8 p.m. Pascal Auditorium.

All month- Black History Month Art exhibist in the Truxal Library and Pascal Center for the Performing Arts lobby.

Deadline Feb. 15 - Black History Month Essay Contest

Black History Month is the celebration and observance of the history of the African Diaspora outside of Africa. It was originally started as a week by Carter G. Woodson in 1926; his intentions were for everyone to focus on the cultural achievements and histories of African-Americans. There have been debates on whether or not Black History Month should exist. Is Black History Month still relevant? Please support your argument with facts and make sure to reference the material you used.

Assessment: Each essay will be based on how well it:

1. Makes an argument for or against the relevance of Black History Month 2. Follows the conventions of the English language 3. Follows the MLA guidelines 4. Creatively expresses the author’s ideas

AACC sponsors black history essay contestBy Naomi Weigand Staff Writer

Prompt for Black History Month essay contest

Black History Month events

AACC has always striven to recog-nize Black History Month through events and lectures. This year, the college is expanding its efforts. For the first time, AACC is put-ting on an essay writing contest for Black History Month, sponsored by the AACC Diversity Committee and the Black History Month Organizing Committee. “We are hoping to use the essay contest to interest students who enjoy writing,” said Thomas Edison, a lan-guage professor at the college who has spearheaded the committee in years past. “People who are in the English and humanities classes. This is for those who may not be interested in all of the events, but who would like to research and discuss a topic.” The prompt for the essay tackles an important question: Is Black History Month still relevant? Because there is an African-American president in of-fice, some people, African-Americans included, are beginning to believe that racism and the struggles related to race are objects of the past.

But Edison doesn’t agree. “Even if we have a black president, there are still challenges which must be addressed,” he said. “Black History Month gives us the opportunity to do that, as well as to celebrate the accom-plishments of African Americans.” Despite the possible contention be-tween differing views the essays may bring out, the Black History Month Organizing Committee is looking forward to having more students observe Black History Month. The hope of the committee is to connect with both students and staff through all of the events available, including the contest. “If the essay is successful,” Edison said, “we hope to expand the idea, to use the same concept as a vehicle to allow students to think about diversity, whether it be Black History Month, gay rights, or feminism.” Essays should be turned in to Edison in the Careers Building, Room 131, or at twedison@aacc.edu. The contest is open to all students at AACC. Dead-line is Feb. 15 at 5 p.m.

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Set the stage. Forget the props, costumes and pre-written scripts. Think on your feet, and welcome to improv. “It’s a life-changing experi-ence,” said Kyle Emrick, 19, a first-semester student at Anne Arundel Community College. AACC’s improv club, appro-priately named “All Puns In-tended,” consists of a 10-mem-ber performance troupe, club members, and non-students. For both the audience and ac-tors, it is a social outlet for cre-ativity, and even stress relief. “It’s a great opportu-nity,” said Ben Bell, 21, president of the troupe. Improv is short for impro-visation. It is a form of in-teractive performance, where the actors make up lines and scenes as they go along. The games and sketches feed off the audience, from a simple word or scene suggestion to physical reactions and claps. It is most often comedic. “It’s a mess on paper,” said Charlie Henry, co-president of the club, “but it makes sense as you watch it.” The troupe specializes in short-form improv, with one scene acted out at a time. It is similar to skits seen on “Whose Line is it Anyway?” a popular skit television show, as opposed to a series of skits to create a story, which is con-sidered long-form improv. The club is open to the com-munity, and always looks for fellow comedy lovers to join.

For group members, improv is an addiction to making people laugh, said Henry. Emrick first became in-volved in AACC’s improv club during high school. “Improv is how I discov-ered myself in high school,” he said. “It will always be something I love doing.” Although it’s a virtually un-known club, when the troupe does put on shows, it’s a full house. But due to a decrease in core member attendance at practices, the troupe was not able to put on a pub-licized show last semester. “As much as I love perform-

ing, I’m happy with just prac-ticing and having fun,” said Henry. “I could do improv for no one and be happy.” However, the troupe is fo-cusing on getting shows back into place this semester, as well as holding open try-outs. “If you go up to an AACC student and ask them if there is an improv troupe on campus, they probably wouldn’t know,” he said. “A lot of people have it in them and don’t know.” Although it is already an open club, sign-up sheets will be placed around cam-pus at the beginning of the spring semester, en-

Thinking on your feetBy Sarah Jones Staff Writer

couraging new members. “I was timid when I first came to the college,” said Henry. “[Improv] re-ally molded who I am.” He wishes to give that oppor-tunity to fellow students. “I think that everyone should give it a try,” said Bell. Out of the past improv teams at the college, both Bell and Henry believe the current one is the most technically sound group. “It’s a lot more focused than it used to be,” said Hen-ry. The troupe attempts to push and better themselves with each practice, he said.

“The improv team has been unofficial for a while,” said AACC Director of Student Life Chris Storck, “but it has been an official club the past few years.” Storck helps to oversee clubs on campus. “We are pretty self-suf-ficient,” said Bell. “Our ultimate goal is to have fun doing what we love.” Henry and Bell both be-came interested in improv during high school, and car-ried it with them to AACC. They were elected as co-pres-idents, and credit their suc-cess to their past experiences. “I just kind of fell in love with it,” said Bell, who worked with improv and musicals through-out his high school career. Although Henry graduated from AACC last semester, he plans to continue working with AACC’s club. He also wants to do something with sketch comedy in the future, whether writing or acting. “I just want to be involved with comedy somehow,” he said. Henry currently coaches im-prov at his former high school, Severna Park, and has experi-mented with other forms of comedy, such as stand up, sketch writing, and musicals, but always stuck with improv. “It’s a more sophisticated form of comedy,” he said. The troupe hosts open prac-tices on Fridays at 7 p.m. in the Florestano Building, Room 101.

On Jan. 24, Gov. Martin O’Malley visited AACC to participate in a roundtable discussion with AACC students. Here O’Malley sat down with school President Dawn Lindsey and ten current students. They discussed students experiences, challenges and accomplishments along with other challenges faced while attending com-munity college. Towards the end of the discus-sion, students focused on questions regarding tuition, scholarships and financial aid.Photograph By Kimberly Doane

The improv troupe performs a skit during one of their performances. They hold regular practices on Fridays at 7 p.m. in Florestano 101.

Photograph By Kenneth Harriford

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AACC student returns with honors

Nicole Greer leads the Lady Pioneers offense as they take on Montgomery College on Dec 5, 2012. After a tough first half to the season and some loss of players, the Lady Pioneers have cancelled the remainder of their season.

Photograph By Emily Kerruish

Photograph By Emily Kerruish

On Dec 5, 2012 the Pioneers took on Montgomery College in a conference match up, winning 79-72. Keenan Chapman dribbles up the court looking for a scoring opportunity.

Photograph By Ken Harriford

Lacrosse Magazine recently named Meghenn Jackson 2013 preseason player of the year. Meghenn was also named to the NJCAA All-American team.

Men’s Basketball

Women’s Basketball

Dec. 8 Dec. 9 Dec. 15Jan. 5Jan. 7Jan. 9 Jan. 12Jan. 14Jan. 16Jan. 19Jan. 23Jan. 26 Upcoming Feb. 6 Feb. 8

Schedule Mass Bay CC

Onondga CCAC Allegheny - Pittsburg, Pa.

Garrett CollegeAllegany College of Maryland

Prince George’s Community CollegeNorthern Virginia Community College

Frederick Community CollegeCCBC-CAtonsville

Hagerstown Community CollegeCCBC-Dundalk

Chesapeake College

Harford Community College @Howard Communiy College

Dec. 15 Dec. 19 Jan. 5Jan. 7Jan. 9Jan. 14

Schedule College of Southern Maryland

Delaware Technical & CCCarrett College

Allegany College of MarylandPrince George’s Community College

Frederick Community College

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Cancelled L 67-55 L 65-33

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Men’s Lacrosse Feb. 9 Feb. 9

Schedule Virginia Wesleyan College, Va.

St. Mary’s College

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ers took the court alongside three new women recruited from the lacrosse and softball teams. Wardell says that his plan now is to visit the high schools and communicate with potential new players to come play for AACC. He hopes that he can get more women to come to AACC to play for him the future.

Meghenn Jackson, a returning first-time All American lacrosse midfielder who finished second in the nation with 112 points scored, was named the 2013 pre-season player of year for the ju-nior college division of women’s lacrosse by Lacrosse Magazine. “I was shocked because I feel that it should have gone to the team,” said Jackson, 19. “I was honored to win the player of the year.” Jackson is an alumnus of Broadneck High School and played lacrosse her freshman and senior years there before attend-ing a semester at Highpoint Uni-versity. She transferred to AACC in the spring semester of 2012. Leaving Highpoint and com-ing to AACC was a smart de-cision, she said, because she could get her footing again and build up to where she wants to be. Coach Jim Griffiths can be tough, she said, but he helps the team with everything from athletics to academics.

“I am thankful to Coach Griff for pushing me to succeed,” said Jackson. “He is a huge influence to me with school and sports.” Jackson also played one sea-son of soccer for AACC and was the leading scorer as a for-ward last fall with 49 points scored. She plans to transfer to a four-year university to play la-crosse, but she is undecided of the major she wants to pursue. “She deffinetely deserves it,”said Griffith. “She works so hard and pushes herself to do her best and to win.” This year, Jackson hopes to help her team succeed and win a championship. “I think the team will do well,” she said. “We have a lot of returning players which will help us this season.” Last spring’s lacrosse team went undefeated in its regular season. The team starts the regular sea-son away at Southern Connecti-cut State University on March 2.

By Shelby Smith Staff Writer

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College Attended: Gal-laudet University in Wash-ington D.C. Major: B.A. in Deaf Studies, M.A. in ASL (American Sign Language) and Deaf Studies. Classes taught at AACC: American Sign Language 1, Intro to American Deaf Community, Intro to Interpreting and Deaf Culture. What is your favorite part about teaching? My favorite part about teach-ing would have to be watching my ASL 1 stu-dents grow throughout the semester. At the beginning, they are overwhelmed, but they grow over the semes-ter until they are com-fortable in what they are doing. It is very inspiring. What is one of your favorite classroom memo-ries? It always amazes me how much students remember. In my ASL 1 class, we often use sign language to converse about our favorite things. I usu-ally participate and say

mine. I once mentioned gummy bears, just a brief reference in the middle of conversation. At the end of the semester, a stu-dent brought me a box of gummy bears as a token of appreciation. It was such a nice surprise. What are some of your hobbies and interests outside of teaching? I love reading, especially mysteries and thrillers. I’m beginning to get used to e-books now. They were very awkward to me at first. I also enjoy cook-ing, watching movies, and writing reviews for Yelp and Amazon. What is something your students might be surprised to know about you? In high school, I played the hand bell with a large group of students in the choir. I really enjoyed that. What would you be do-ing if you weren’t teach-ing? I would definitely be a chef.

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DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY

Date Dec. 4 Dec. 5 Dec. 7

Time 8:40 a.m. 4:05 p.m. 10:58 a.m.

Location CDC Parking Lot Careers Building Library Quad

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Public Safety respond-ed to a report of several

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Help stop crime! Please report any suspicious activity to the Campus Security.

If you have any information relating to these crimes, please contact the AACC Depart-ment of Public Safety at 410-777-1818, or you can use the “Silent Witness” feature on the Public Safety web page to send the information anonymously. Never leave your personal belongings unattended even for a brief moment and remember that items left visible in your car are also at risk of theft. Central Services Building 101 College Parkway Arnold, MD 21012 Public Safety office hours are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. Assistance is available 24 hours a day through phone.

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Professor Confessor - Larry Gray

ASL prof loves mysteries and gummy bearsBy Naomi Weigand Staff Writer

Larry Gray, ASL professor, was the on-site coordina-tor for a team of interpret-ers at the recent Presidential Inauguration. Due to the overwhelming amounts of in-formation and the confidenti-ality of much of it, he was not able to be a direct interpreter, but was still able to partici-pate in the prestigious event. Professor Gray explained that there were several dif-

ferent zones and teams of interpreters during the Inau-guration in order to cover the large numbers of people. The highlight of the event? “The team I was on was right by Lafayette Park, very close to the President’s Box. There was one moment where we were signing and President Obama signed back to us. It was one of my best moments yet.”

Gray coordinates sign language team at inauguration

- Naomi Weigand

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Less of a horror movie and more of a thriller, “Mama” is a film that’s not an ordinary fear movie. It's very light on the blood and gore, but there are lots of scary images of an unknown ghost that is lingering over two children. The story starts as two toddler sisters, Victoria and Lily, are left in an abandoned cabin for five years after their father is mysteri-ously killed. But the girls are not alone. They have a protector that they call Mama who guards over them while they survive in the cabin. After they are found and rehabilitated, they are placed in the care of their uncle, but Mama follows the children to their new home and continues to care for them. Another potential mother figure, played by Jessica Chastain, makes Mama jealous and she is driven to reclaim her so-called children. This film was directed and co-written by Andy Muschietti, a newcomer who adapted his own short flick, “Mama,” into this full-length feature. The short

film was based on two girls in their house alone who try to run away when their mother comes. The mother in this short carries the same unbalanced presence about her that you might see in the updated film. Muschietti uses old methods of producing fear to give the film a unique kind of suspense. Long dark hallways, long moments of silence and disturbing images provide several sources of fear. The appearance of the ghost Mama is far from something you might see in “The Grudge” or “Paranormal Activity.” Producer Guillermo Del Toro helped in the design of the character Mama and with his previous work on the creatures in” Pan's Labyrinth,” Mama is no doubt a different kind of monster. The film has an unexpected ending that will give the audience mixed feelings of the powers of mother love. It’s a new type of horror movie that offers several mysteries to solve and plenty of bloodcurdling moments that will leave viewers calling for their mamas.

Movie Review: “Mama”

By Shelby Smith Staff Writer

Classic thriller with a twist

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Opens Thursday 2/7 at 8 p.m. in the Humanities Little Theatre (HUM 112)

This is a laugh-your-pants-off comedy—not to be missed. Get your tickets early!

Performances on Feb. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 8 p.m.; Sun. Feb. 10 at 2 p.m.

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Feb. 16 Desaparecidos $25Feb. 17 Wicked Winterfest $15

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