Delta Collegiate October 5, 2023 Edition

What the duck! The mascot change FOIA results are in!

Hopefully you’ve heard the news that Delta College has made a change to their mascot. Delta Pioneers are here to stay but will also be represented by a physical mascot of a duck. But why the change? How come not many students know about it? Well, the results of the Collegiates FOIA request about the mascot change are in!

The Collegiate staff has just begun to dive into the FOIA documents and a few interesting things have been found so far, some of them quite comical.

The first thing to share is that some of the survey results do not show the duck as the winning mascot. In fact, the whitetail deer came in with 33% while the ducks followed with 29% in the final survey. The second survey was set up to rank your top three choices out of nine total options. The jackalope won the first choice with 60%, the ducks followed for voters second choice, and bullfrogs were the third choice.

The Collegiate reached out to President Gavin for an update on how the process of adopting the new duck mascot is going via email. Director of Marketing at Delta College, Leanne Govitz, was able to answer a few questions. She shared that the college is finalizing the launch plan for the official announcement of the duck mascot to happen this semester.

Is there an idea for what the new mascot will look like yet?

“The preliminary illustrations are amazing!” Govitz shared. “The designer is finalizing different poses, fonts, and colors now and we’re very excited to reveal Duck to students.”

It is also important to note that the FOIA request was completed and all documents were presented to the Collegiate in a digital format on a flash drive. No paper copies to sort through, just files and folders.

Some of the documents are very hard to read, formatted oddly, and some are duplicates of others in different fonts or with slight grammatical changes. One document that holds all the email communications has 3,058 pages because of the formatting. Some of the pages contained only a single character in one column for the entire page, the content spaced so it was unreadable. Close to 2,000 pages are formatted like this. A small number of pages had enough

character on each line to make out at least one or two words per column. It makes the information very hard to read and process.

Another fun fact is that Delta hired an outside marketing and advertising company to consult on the mascot change.

“Delta College paid Extra Credit Projects (ECP) $21,726 to lead an in-depth process to research other mascots within the area and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).” said Govitz. “They also assisted with the process to seek inclusive input from stakeholders on possible new mascots and to seek input on those nominations. We then began working with an artist to develop the drawings and a comprehensive identity graphic package.”

According to an email in the FOIA documents, on Jan. 31 Govitz notified the ECP that the new mascot would be the ducks. On Feb. 20, Govitz alerted them that because of pushback on the idea of discontinuing the Pioneers name that the college changed their mind, and would be keeping Pioneers but with a physical mascot of the duck.

Why did the college hire an outside marketing company?

“Developing custom illustrations requires a very specialized skill set and is very time intensive,” Govitz said. “Although Delta’s marketing team are all talented individuals, we didn’t feel that mascot drawings were a specialty that any of use had in our past experiences, therefor we sought that expertise externally.”

Interested in a laugh? Check out some of the original suggestions for the new mascot. You could make a suggestion no matter if you were a student, faculty, or community member. The survey also provided an opportunity to give comments on the suggestions made.

Three of the four mascot finalists appeared on the suggestion list except for the imaginary lumbercat. The highest suggested name was a variation of deer, with Pioneers following, and then ducks, followed by different tree variations. Jackalope had only one suggestion. Other suggestions included dragons, bears, wolves, a phoenix, and Sammy the Salmon.

One suggestion was thorough and thought out. A current student named Stefan Brissette suggested the idea

“Phineas the Fox.” His reasoning? “Michigan is very much a nature state. Delta offers many geography classes and trips. A fox I think fits perfectly for our school. A fox is small like delta but in no way shy or uncharismatic. A fox typically lives for about one to three years, similar to the amount of time a student may stay at Delta.”

The Delta Collegiate has been trying to find out more for you since December 2022. Learn more about the timeline for the FOIA request and all the road bumps that were hit along the way on our website!

Courtney Elisech

“A change is different. I’m looking forward to it.”

-London Williams

“I’d have to say it’s a very interesting thing to choose.”

-Lillei Buechele

“Now that they’re rebranding, we’re all going to have to buy new merch.”

-Mitchell Hardy

LOCAL

The Candyman can?

Austin Gonzales

BAY CITY - On Jan. 30, 2023, St. Laurent Brothers announced the sale of their iconic Bay City candy store that has satisfied customers’ sweet tooth for almost 120 years. Known for the finest manufactured sweets in the state, from natural peanut butter, roasted nuts, assorted chocolates, ice cream, and mountains of candy. It was the dream of every little kid and sweet-toothed adult. So, when the building front appeared on a retail estate listing, the fans nicknamed “Nut House” found themselves distraught. Locals hoped that somebody out there would swoop down to keep the candy shop open for business. In comes a young businessman from the world of high-tech security, looking to dip his apples in the caramel-coated candy world, Jordan Dice.

Son of DICE Corporation founder Clifford Dice, Jordan dropped out of middle school to get an early start in college so he could begin his career at his father’s security company in 2003. The Delta College graduate would use his computer science and accounting degree next year but start his own business, StarNet, a wireless internet service based in Bay City. At a young age, Dice was already more than capable

October events in

of proving success in his solo ventures away from the Dice Corporation, even creating two subsidiaries like J.R. Dice, his real estate management company or Dice Freight, for shipment of products. In 2013, Dice would then open IPtelX, a telecom service to provide secure global networks to telephone carriers and providers.

At the start of the year, when the Midland Mall seemed to be in its final year, Jordan Dice swooped in like an angel with wings made of dollar bills to announce his official mall acquisition. Jordan purchased the building in March of 2021 during an online auction for $5 million. Fast forward to Sept. 25,

the Tri-City area

2023, and Dice has announced his new ownership of our beloved local St. Laurent Brothers candy store.

“The mall used to host great events and social gatherings, along with the many other stores,” Dice states in his press release on his Midland Mall property purchase. Dice would recall growing up going to Essexville’s Hampton Square Mall and the sorrow he felt when it closed, feeling sorrow for the times when everybody would spend their weekends shopping and just hanging out. With new ownership of St. Laurent Brothers candy shop, Dice looks to open another location on-site within the Midland Mall.

With new ownership come reserves from the local community. The former owners, Nancy and Steve Frye, have managed the store for over 38 years and have served ice cream and candy with smiles every day. “We’ve got five grandkids. It’s time to get on with our lives,” the former candy store patriarch tells MLive News. Dice ensures the local Bay City community that the ownership transition will be orderly, with new ideas and initiatives on the horizon.

Rev up your engines for a showcase of the automotive industry's future at the Northwood University International Auto Show, North America's largest outdoor new car exhibition. This event promises to deliver an exciting preview of what lies ahead in the world of automobiles.

Visit their website at https://auto. northwood.edu/

Venture into the expansive five-acre Frankenmuth Corn Maze! Featuring 2.5 miles of winding trails, three charming observation bridges, and over 20 engaging game stations, losing your way becomes part of the fun! Delight in various yard games, visit the friendly petting zoo, and remember to hop on a hayride during the weekends.

For times and ticket prices, visit: http://www.frankenmuthcornmaze. com/

A heartfelt tribute to the first three Evil Dead films, this uproarious rock musical guarantees laughter and screams. With Blood Zone seating, an integrated drinking game, a compact scare walk, and lively costume contests, this Halloween gathering promises an unforgettable experience. It's scheduled to run every weekend throughout October.

For more information visit: https:// www.facebook.com/events/chetscorner-bar/emo-night-bay-cityreturns-july-16-at-chets-cornerbar/798483434165889/

Bay City is gearing up for a spectacular Emo Night & Halloween Party that promises a spine-tingling experience. Attendees can look forward to a night filled with great music, eerie vibes, and the chance to win fantastic prizes with their carefully crafted costumes. Don't miss out on TriCity's ultimate emo and pop-punk extravaganza with a Halloween twist.

For more information visit: https:// www.facebook.com/events/chetscorner-bar/emo-night-bay-cityreturns-july-16-at-chets-cornerbar/798483434165889/

“The mall used to host great events and social gatherings, along with the many other stores.”

-Jordan Dice

Misty Barron

Northwood University International Auto Show

Frankenmuth Corn Maze Emo Night

Evil Dead the Musical

CAMPUS LIFE

A Color Run for a cause

Vincent Khan

UNIVERSITY CENTER – On Sept 24, over 104 people gathered to join Delta College’s sixth annual 5k Color Run. At precisely 9 a.m., a burst of colorful powder flled the air, leaving tie-dye designs on everyone's shirts. Tis signaled the start of the race, and people of all ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds began their trek around Delta's nature area, completing fve laps. Te participants included a diverse range of individuals, from seniors to youngsters, and even a golden retriever joined in on the run.

Te 5k event was organized by the physical therapy assistant and dental hygiene program. All the funds raised will be utilized to cover the cost of licensure and board exams for each program. Te programs at Delta College cost between $10,000$12,000, excluding the expenses of licensure and board exams that typically amount to a few hundred dollars. It is heartening to see the local community come together to support aspiring students in achieving their career goals.

Te winner of this year's race was a committed 12 year old named Dalton Shultz. He mentioned that he had practiced the day before at the Delta location, as he frequently runs and wanted to get some practice in by running the course ahead of time.

Participants are all smiles at Delta’s 6th annual Color Fun Run, Delta College main campus, Sept. 24, 2024; photo credit Onnie Stone

Racers throw colored powder into the air at Delta’s 6th annual Color Fun Run, Delta College main campus, Sept. 24, 2024; photo credit Onnie Stone

Students take group pictures in front of a rainbow backdrop, Delta College main campus, Sept. 24, 2024; photo credit Onnie Stone

Students bridge over the winning racer, 12-year-old Owen Schulz, at Delta’s 6th annual Color Fun Run, Delta College main campus, Sept. 24, 2024; photo credit Onnie Stone

Early college students crash Delta College Public Media

Onnie Stone

Sept. 6 - More than 70 sophomore and junior high school-age students toured the Delta College Public Media center

“Tis is a great opportunity for students to be introduced to broadcasting and journalism,” says Kimberly Wells, associate professor of electronic media. Wells led students on their tour of Delta’s media center.

Great Lakes Bay Early College (GLBEC) students were introduced to diferent broadcasting facilities utilized by Delta College Public Media. Producers for Delta College Public Media explained what they do in the broadcasting industry.

Some students had a chance to see themselves on-screen as they acted out being a weather forecaster.

GLBEC students are fully immersed into college learning, earning all of their high school and college credits at Delta College and SVSU. On-campus tours give students a chance to see what diferent felds have to ofer before they start their college careers.

“I’m happy to host early college classes and introduce them to careers in broadcasting,” says Wells, “and show all we do here at Delta College Public Media.”

Delta College Public Media’s Mark Grzegorczyk teaches Great Lakes Bay Early College students what he does as an FM content producer, Sept. 6, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

Producer and director Robert Przybylski shows Great Lakes Bay Early Learning College students the broadcasting control room for Delta College Public Media, Sept. 6, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

Associate professor of electronic media Kimberly Wells leads Great Lakes Bay Early College students on a tour through Delta College’s Public Media Center, Sept. 6, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

Producer and director Robert Przybylski encourages Great Lakes Bay Early College students to act as weather forecasters in the broadcasting studio, Delta College main campus, Sept. 6, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

DELTA EVENTS | OCT-NOV 2023

Oct. 5

• “Incoming!” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 6

• Women’s home volleyball game from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Oct. 17

• Women’s home volleyball game from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Oct. 18

• Women’s home soccer game from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 19

• “Incoming!” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• Women’s home volleyball game from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Oct. 9

• Women’s home volleyball game from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Geology club meeting at 6 p.m. in room E119 main campus

• Astronomy club meeting at 8 p.m. in room E119 main campus

Oct. 10

• Transfer fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., A195C-hallway/west main, N195B-hallway north, A176-Upper west student lounge

• President Speakers Series presents Dr. Jean M. Twenge from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Pioneer gym N110

• Boundaries: compromise or deal breaker zoom presentation from Title IX from 7 to 8 p.m.

Oct. 11

• Women’s home soccer game from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 12

• “Incoming!” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 13

• “Big Astronomy” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 14

• Don’t miss the solar eclipse! Watch together on the roof of the Delta College Planetarium from noon to 2 p.m. Be sure to watch around 1:02 p.m.

• Monster Light music show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “Eclipse: The Sun Revealed” planetarium show at 3:30 p.m., Delta College Planetarium Monster Light music show from 7 to 8 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 16

• Women’s home volleyball game from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Oct. 20

• “Big Astronomy” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “International Observe the Moon Night” Delta Planetarium event from 7 to 10 p.m.

• Cybersecurity awareness virtual event on zoom from 7 to 8 p.m.

Oct. 28

• Celebrating “Tejano Music” Delta College Broadcasting Hispanic Heritage month event from 1 to 3:30 p.m., Delta main campus

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• Monster Light music show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “Eclipse: The Sun Revealed” planetarium show from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• Monster Light music show from 7 to 8 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 31

• Happy Halloween!

Oct. 21

• Monster Light music show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “Eclipse: The Sun Revealed” planetarium show at 3:30 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• Monster Light music show from 7 to 8 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Oct. 24

• 2023 NJCAA Region XII Division III Volleyball Championship hosted at Delta College from 4 and 6 p.m.

Oct. 25

• Cybersecurity awareness virtual event on zoom from 2 to 3 p.m.

Oct. 26

• Circle of Wisdom: Intergeneration Dialog Hispanic Heritage month event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Downtown Saginaw Campus

• “Incoming!” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• One Love Escalation zoom workshop from TittleIX 4 to 5 p.m.

Oct. 27

• “Big Astronomy” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Nov. 2

• “Life Under the Arctic Sky” planetarium show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Nov. 3

• Men’s home basketball game at 7 p.m.

• “Big Astronomy” planetarium show at 2 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “Webb Space Telescope: NASA’s Technological Marvel Planetarium Special” from 7 to 8 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Nov. 4

• Women’s home basketball game at 1 p.m.

• Men’s home basketball game at 3 p.m.

• “The Enchanted Reef” planetarium show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

• “Eclipse: The Sun Revealed” planetarium show from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

Nov. 8

• Title IX virtual event: Rights for pregnant and parenting students from noon to 1 p.m.

Nov. 9

• Delta Collegiate print edition released

• “Life Under the Arctic Sky” planetarium show from 2 to 3 p.m., Delta College Planetarium

The gay agenda: October is LGBT history month

Onnie Stone

In June, LGBTQIA+ Pride Month is celebrated in remembrance of the Stonewall Uprising, a major event in the Gay Liberation Movement. In October, LGBT History Month is celebrated to honor the leaders and milestones in the LGBTQ+ community.

It dates back to 1994 when Rodney Wilson, an openly-gay Missouri school teacher, dedicated a month to educating people on the history of the LGBT community. He chose October because of National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11.

“The greatest act of advocacy for civil rights for LGBT Americans is the act of coming out,” Wilson said. Representation is essential to equality. LGBT History Month and National Coming Out Day encourages queer people to be true to themselves.

In October, the diversity and talents that queer people have to offer is on display. LGBTQ+ people are more likely to face discrimination in the work-

place, so this month emphasizes their achievements.

It is also a time to reflect on how recent much of the progress has been for LGBTQ+ civil rights. As a reminder, it has only been eight years since gay marriage was made legal in the U.S. Today, civil rights for queer people is just as important as ever. Transgender healthcare has become a contentious topic. Many queer people fear a rollback in legislation protecting LGBTQ+ rights.

HEALTH & SCIENCE

ADHD in adults isn’t real, is it?

Heather Kittle

When you hear Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), what comes to mind? For many it’s likely a young child, most often a boy, running around, causing destruction and chaos. Although boys are diagnosed more often than girls is a whole different subject matter, many still imagine a young child and why this leads to the misrepresentation of adults.

So, a quick and simplified explanation of ADHD. ADHD is a chronic neurological disorder that is categorized in three ways. Predominantly inattentive, once referred to as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Predominantly hyperactive, where the individual seems to be constantly ‘on the go’. And finally, combined, in which inattentiveness and hyperactivity are both present relatively equally. Although many have symptoms that could be seen as ADHD traits, to be diagnosed means that symptoms are present often enough to affect your daily living.

Misrepresentation is often due to misinformation. Many tend to believe that ADHD is a childhood disorder that you grow out of or isn’t a real disorder to begin with. What’s most frightening is that many healthcare professionals view ADHD in the same way, which is largely due to the stigma surrounding ADHD, the controversial medicinal treatments used in treating ADHD, and the overall lack of research in adults. This then causes misdiagnosis or underdiagnosis, especially in women.

The reasons surrounding the belief you can age out as an adult can be explained in a few ways. The first is that ADHD symptoms in an adult present

differently than it does in children. As we age, our behaviors and personalities tend to change as is, and the need for self-management from childhood into adulthood becomes a demand. Adults with ADHD, however, don’t necessarily stop having symptoms they had as children but tend to either figure out ways to manage their symptoms in a healthy manner or, in most cases, hide them. Which leads me to masking..

Masking, or “impression management”, which is a term created by psychologist Russell Barkley, occurs in roughly one-third of people with ADHD, and is not only seen in those with ADHD but is also common in those with other neurodiverse disorders, such as autism. It refers to the coping mechanisms used by individuals to hide their symptoms to fit societal expectations. This can be seen as being a perfectionist, arriving unreasonably early for appointments, mimicking other people in social situations, and much more. Masking, due to the large toll it takes to physically and mentally be able to do, has been known to cause more problems in those with ADHD. Leading to issues like depression, anxiety, or substance abuse.

When it comes to ADHD, this is just one tiny, simplified tip of the proverbial iceberg that is ADHD. There’s still so much to learn and understand about this disorder, both as individuals and for those in the healthcare community. If you believe you may have ADHD, do your research and find the right healthcare provider willing to help.

“The greatest act of advocacy for civil rights for LGBT American is the act of coming out.”

-Rodney Wilson

FEATURE

Loving your identity

Austin Gonzales

The latter half of September and the first half of October mark the time in the United States to celebrate the achievements and culture of Latin Americans within our society. Hispanic students from all over campus have already begun to show their pride and love for their large cultural legacy that spans over 20 countries. From proudly displaying in the campus halls early style Latin clothing to the variety of speaker events on school grounds to share why our cultural identities mean so much to us.

Growing up in Bay City to a Russian-French mother and Mexican descent father, I lived a rather different life than many other kids around me in school. When others heard my last name, they made assumptions, even at a young age. I was subjected to stereotypes of what kind of meals I ate at home, what kind of music I listened to, and what kind of work my father did to support us. If I wanted to reach out to others within the Latin community, I had no one else to turn to but my family. This is never a bad thing, but it made me feel isolated while growing up and affected my self-esteem. I longed for a general community of other people who shared similar experiences like me.

When discussing National Hispanic Heritage Month with the leader of Delta College’s Society of Hispanic Leaders (SOHL), Monica Hernandez, she mentioned that many students of her organization are from all walks of life. Ensuring that while not every Latin American student has grown up the same way, they all deserve a chance to connect with that cultural community.

Monica introduced me to Michigan's Latino Leaders for the Enhancement of Advocacy and Development (LLEAD). A non-profit funded by proud Latin Americans to address concerns with the Saginaw, Lansing, and Holland Hispanic communities to state-wide discussions. The strong focus is to ensure that the Hispanic American voice are heard and recognized on issues such as immigra-

Hispanic local businesses and restaurant s

tion, human rights, education, employment, and LGBTQ+ rights while also educating non-Hispanic communities about the bias and struggles our people face. Giving Latino/Latina youths a place to belong.

The Latin American community is full of people who have worked hard not just to subvert the expectations of stereotypes but also to strongly welcome others with open arms to commemorate their traditional way of life in the face of hate and bigotry. “You must love yourself. Love how you were raised and the culture that was left behind for you to celebrate,” Monica Hernandez tells me in response to how we should always treat ourselves despite the rise of Hispanic hate crimes since 2015.

Monica Hernandez also promised many events still to come for National Hispanic Heritage Month. Be on the lookout for the Circle of Wisdom: Intergenerational Dialogue on Oct. 26 at the Downtown Saginaw Center and a presentation of Tejano music in the A wing on the main campus on Oct. 28.

ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT

No punks allowed

Austin Gonzales

CHICAGO - Phillip Brooks, also known to many around the wrestling world as CM Punk, was unexpectedly fred the night before AEW All Out, nearly two years since Punk made a triumphant return to the ring in his hometown. Despite the event of the evening emanating from the United Center in CM Punk’s home in Chicago, the crowd truly did not care that they were missing out on the Second City Saint’s attendance.

Late in the summer of 2021, rumors of CM Punk making his debut for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) at the United Center began to circulate online. Although no ofcial announcement was ever made, the rumor alone drew a sold-out attendance in the venue and over 1.1 million people watching on television around the globe. CM Punk returned to thunderous fanfare among the arena and social media alike, for the most part.

Random fandom: AEW All Out

Austin Gonzales

CHICAGO - Te roaring crowd in the United Center egging on for Ricky Starks to tap out, as a leather strap is wrapped around his neck by "Te American Dragon" Bryan Danielson. Both men were covered in crimson masks, nearing the close of their 22-minute battle inside the squared circle of All Elite Wrestling's (AEW) premiere pay-perview event of the year, All Out. Danielson ended the Strap match by rendering Starks unconscious, earning a raised hand before the die-hard audience in a match that wasn’t originally supposed to be. “It was amazing to see Danielson return! Te Strap match is what we are excited about most!” Emma Phillips, of Flint, told the Collegiate before a wrestling night full of surprises for die-hard fans in Chicago.

“Meat,” “Tis is Meat '', and “Meat Forever'' were all chanted by the rambunctious Illinois audience while Powerhouse Hobbs and Miro slapped and slammed the hell out of each other in the ring. Ignoring the missing void of a top star, CM Punk, fred the night before. Chicago, Punk’s hometown, usually would react unpredictably, and they did not disappoint. Making virtually no chants about Mr. Phillip Brooks, Chi-town would continue in meat-engaged action and chants throughout the night but also bring the loudest energy they could muster for AEW’s frst pay-per-view one week after their last major show that was held in Wembley Stadium.

Te talent onboard worked tenfold to engage the audience in the best wrestling show. Many

gathered here to show their love for other AEW stars. Abel C is showing his fandom by dressing in full Darby Allin cosplay! “Luchasaurus is going to get his butt kicked tonight!” Hopefully, Abel is doing alright because, unfortunately, Luchasaurus did not get his butt kicked.

Te audience was in a common comradery, putting aside all the backstage drama to indulge in the sudden friendship between Adam Cole and AEW World Champion MJF. Te duo was surpassingly set up in a blind tag team tournament and would have weekly segments on TV that audiences would positively react to, especially during matches. Known as ‘Better Tan You BayBay,’ Cole and MJF captured the Ring of Honor World Tag Team Championship just a week prior. Tey would successfully defend their gold in a match that featured many callbacks to vignettes, segments, and matches featuring the pair. Such as the crowd calling for the team’s deadly ‘Double Clothesline!’

Te night ended with ‘Freshly Squeezed’ Orange Cassidy unsuccessfully defending the AEW International Championship against the vicious, violent Jon Moxley. Beaten, bruised, bloodied, and battered, Cassidy recouped in the ring to all the love and admiration from a vocal Chicago crowd. Despite the news of a fring and riding of the waves of the highest-paid-attended wrestling show in history, the talent of AEW still went all out.

What exactly makes this man such a television draw? CM Punk broke into mainstream stardom when signing with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2006. While developing his on-screen persona, the CM Punk character became an anti-authoritarian fgure who would often take his frustrations to the microphone and rant against the backstage corporate regime. He often repeated a shared sentiment that many hardcore wrestling fans had for WWE at the height of its TV-PG family-oriented programming. CM Punk would eventually walk out of the company in early 2014.

After seven years, CM Punk returned to the ring for WWE’s new main competitor, All Elite Wrestling. Despite CM Punk being booked strongly on TV and winning the World Championship not long ago, the Windy City icon would fnd himself in real-life drama again. Tis time, not everything was of-camera, though.

During one of AEW’s weekly programs, CM Punk commented of-hand about his former on-screen rival, Adam Page. Te comments at the time were odd as both characters were considered good guy baby faces and weren’t interconnected in any current storylines. Punk would continue to make of-handed comments towards not only Adam Page but Kenny Omega and tag team brothers Nick and Matt Jackson. In turn, the brothers and Omega went to confront Punk in the locker room, leading to an all-out backstage brawl that was highly publicized after the event. Everyone involved was briefy suspended. Te fnal straw in the back was this past August when Punk got into another backstage altercation with fellow wrestler Jack Perry. Perry would call out to Punk live on TV for everyone to see, resulting in a confrontation after Perry’s FTW Heavyweight Title match.

After the brawl with Perry, AEW fred CM Punk, and to everyone’s surprise at home, Chicago did not care. Te city that booed John Cena for him, sold out venues, and chanted his name for seven years straight had given up. Te Second City Saint has lost Chicago.

AEW All Out at the United Center, one hour before bell time. Sept. 2.; photo credit Austin Gonzales

ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT

Hell's Half Mile 2023 was a success

Vincent Khan

Midland native Brandon Guiles had the opportunity of having his film “Peggy” premier at the festival this weekend. He exclaimed in an interview with ABC 12 news that it’s an honor to have his film be played at Hell’s Half Mile. Also stating that the biggest struggle that independent filmmakers like himself have to deal with is having a low budget, which means a lot of volunteers for the casting crew and that it is all practical effects in the film with very little special effects being used at all. He described his film Peggy as the movie “Clueless” meeting "American Psycho.”

The weekend at the State Theater Thursday night with a showing of the documentary “Chasing Chasing Amy”. This was the first time that a documentary premiered on opening night. “Chasing Chasing Amy” directed by Sav Rodgers, is a timeless documentary about how the 1997 film “Chasing Amy” helped a young Rodgers navigate through their sexuality at an adolescent age.

A very current topic for today. Rodgers is a female to male transgender and the documentary was centered around Rodgers meeting the cast and asking them questions while also letting them know how much the 1997 film molded their life for the better.

From Thursday to Sunday, events last all day. Bay City’s historic downtown is the perfect location for this independent film festival. With staple locations curating events such as the State Theater and Studio 23, the downtown area is filled with shops and restaurants which provided part takers of the festival with plenty of activities to do in between the shows. It is also pleasant to mention that local high schoolers also have their homecomings at the friendship shell that time of year so the creative energy of the weekend was accompanied with well dressed young adults.

An annual tradition in Bay City for creatives around film and music returned this weekend for its seventeenth season. For 4 days at various locations throughout historic downtown Bay City. Thirty four films were screened the weekend along with the bands Moonbeau, Weakened Friends, LVRS, Karate Guns and Tanning, and the Kelly Jean Caldwell Band performing at various restaurants and halls throughout the weekend. Founded in 2006, festival director Alan Lafave says his main goal is to “show how our community can make things happen in a small city like Bay City if we put in the work, elevate the conversation and listen to our audience. I think we’ve succeeded in our goal and we’ve inspired others to achieve their own, as well.” According to MovieMaker Magazine, Hell’s Half Mile is considered one of the top 25 best film festivals in the world which joins the likes of Sundance Film Festival and South By SouthWest.

Lindsey - “Over the Garden Wall” (2014) A short 10 episode cartoon series with some wacky 2000’s humor balanced with a surprising dose of nightmare fuel and existential dread. It follows two young half-brothers lost in a mysterious forest where they meet a host of fun and freaky supernatural folks all the while being hunted by an ancient being named the Beast.

Austin - “The Crow” Eric Draven and his wife are murdered one dark detroit night. One year later, Eric’s spirit is revived by a supernatural crowd to take brutal revenge on the gang that took their lives.

Courtney - “The Sixth Sense” from 1999 stars Bruce Willis plays a child psychologist working with a boy who claims he can see dead people, not only see them but is terrorized. The duo work together to help those that have passed on while also working on the doctor's relationship that was rocked by a trauma early in the film. This psychological thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last minute.

Heather - “American Werewolf in Paris” A sequel/spinoff to the classic American Werewolf in London, this horror-comedy film takes place in Paris where, by a chance encounter, an American becomes involved with the local werewolves who have developed a serum allowing them to change at will.

Misty - “The Others” A psychological horror film that follows Grace Stewart, played by Nicole Kidman, as she cares for her two light-sensitive children in a dark, old mansion on the isolated island of Jersey during World War II. As mysterious events unfold, Grace becomes convinced that her house is haunted, leading to a chilling and unexpected revelation about the true nature of her family's situation.

Onnie - “Labyrinth” Don’t make deals with magic men in tight leggings. Sarah learns this as her brother is stolen away by the Goblin King, played by David Bowie, and she goes on an adventure through his Labyrinth to rescue her brother before he is turned into a goblin.

The band LVRS playing at the Dunlop building in Bay City Sept. 23; photo credit Vincent Khan

The State Theater on opening night Sept. 21, 2023; photo credit Vincent Khan

Delta women’s volleyball takes on Grand Rapids Community College

Heather Kittle

Delta women’s volleyball hosted a game against Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Delta, who ranked third in the country in Division III volleyball, put up a good, hard fght against GRCC, who ranked eleventh in Division II but ultimately saw a 1-3 loss in the end. Te frst set saw Delta taking a leading 25-18 win but by set two they lost with a 23-25 score. Te last two sets saw a decline in fnal points from the team, with a respectable 20-25 in set three and 16-25 in set four.

Angie Compton, head coach for the women’s volleyball, had this to say about the game. “We came out really strong, so great. So much energy. And then we won the frst set and we thought that was almost good enough.” She goes on to say that the second set started well and that “If we would have taken that one, the night would have been totally diferent.”

As the game went on, she says that the team started making mistakes and errors and that it became "Frustrating volleyball. Ugly volleyball.” Compton ended it by saying “Our girls are so great. Tey do some great things.”

Tis game was also a white out night for friends, family, and fans of the team. Everyone was asked to wear white in support, and one of the biggest supporters of the night came from the Deltas men’s baseball team, who all wore white and cheered loudly and vigorously throughout the whole game. Many times sporting the same expressions of nervousness and excitement the women of the team felt.

Local high school and middle school volleyball teams had also been invited to the white out game. High school JV and Varsity teams from Hemlock, Garber, Bridgeport, Swan Valley, and Merrill seventh and eighth grader volleyball teams showed up wearing their white as well in solidarity with Delta's white and green jerseys.

Deltas volleyball season ends mid-October and have several home and away games until the end of the season. Tey will also be hosting a regional championship game on Oct. 24. Te teams competing in that game will be Delta Community College, Owens Community College, and Lorraine Community College. Te second seed will play the third seed at 4 p.m. Te winner of that game will then play the frst seed 30 minutes after the conclusion of the frst game. Details on the matter will be available closer to the actual game day.

Freshman Haley Hunt sets up for a spike, Sept. 19 2023; photo credit Heather Kittle

Te team signs photos for the high school and middle schoolers after the game. Sept 19 2023; photo credit Heather Kittle

Haley Hunt, Andrea Piwowarski, and Ashlee Lenhard prepare for the return of the ball. Sept. 19 2023; photo credit Heather Kittle

Pioneer’s soccer team remains undefeated

Onnie Stone

UNIVERSITY CENTER – On Sept. 20, Delta’s women’s soccer team won against Grand Rapids Community College.

Pioneers dominated the feld with a fnal score of 8-1. Te team continued their winning streak on Sept. 27 and Sept. 30 with two games against St. Clare Community College.

Te players’ teamwork and footwork have made the Pioneers a powerful force. Te Pioneer women protect their goal with unwavering defense. Many of their opponents are unable to score a goal against them.

Delta Pioneer number 22, Alexis Martinez scores on GRCC’s goal as the ball slips through GRCC Raiders’ goalie, Kaitlyn O’Brien, Delta College main campus, Sept. 20, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

Delta Pioneers celebrate scoring a goal on GRCC, Delta College main campus, Sept. 20, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

Delta Pioneer number 18, Rhianna Schermerhorn, stops the ball surrounded by GRCC Raiders, Delta College main campus, Sept. 20, 2023; photo credit Onnie Stone

The future is AI, and we’re not ready

The writers and actors strikes in Hollywood raged on for months before coming to an end for the writers at the end of September. While, as of the publications of this paper, actors continue to strike. With demands being the typical better pay and work conditions largely seen during union strikes. But another almost dystopian like reason being the use of Artificial intelligence (AI). Actors are concerned about their likeness being 3D printed and used beyond their control, or even from beyond the grave. And writers are concerned they could be replaced by AI entirely, or not receive credit for their work. But why should we be concerned?

Many individual's jobs and careers are being threatened by AI. From graphic designers to visual effects artists, to writers, and beyond. Even journalists. Automation of jobs is nothing new in the world but when it comes to art, it’s taking away the human essence these individuals put into their work.

The Collegiate’s own Editor-in-Chief, Misty Barron, has faced this threat on a personal level. “I had a great job over the summer working for a large writing company who contracts out to various upscale realtor companies.” Barron graduated with an associate degree focused on writing and journalism last spring. “Unfortunately, once the contract ended, so did my job. Not because I was replaced by someone better, but because they said AI was the way of the future.”

Perhaps AI is inevitable, but what does that mean? Will everything on the internet read exactly the same way? Will people

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who have put their time and money into obtaining degrees be replaced by one person shoving prompts into a chatbot? If the trend toward AI continues, this very well may be our future. Corporations are notorious for being more concerned with the bottom line rather than the quality of work that’s put out in the world.

Corporations will continue to push an AI-positive narrative to ensure a continuation of their products whether that be for media productions or homeland security. For instance, Eastern Michigan University has started to implement an AI gun detection solution with the help of ZeroEyes, Inc., a software company built on weapon security detection. Maybe some good can come from the usage of AI? But where do we draw that line?

With that being said, we at the Collegiate don’t anticipate or even expect AI to ever go away. AI does have its uses and can help in areas we never thought it would, or even could. It can make repetitive jobs easier to complete or help save someone's life. But when it comes to AI in art, such as writing or visual arts, there should be regulations to protect artists. Because, although AI art can produce some fascinating ‘works of art’, where do you think the system gets its ideas from?

Art is everywhere, whether you realize it or not. It’s in and on the books you read, the billboards you pass on your way out with friends, or the movies you love. Art comes from the soul and replacing that soul with a computer takes away the very reason it was created. The very reason you enjoy what you enjoy.

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