April 9, 2019

Volume 84 • Issue 7

April 9, 2019

DELTACOLLEGIATE STUDENT-RUN SINCE ‘61

GRAND RAPIDS CROWD HAILS TO THE CHIEF PG.2-3

ROBERT DELAND BACKS OUT PG.4

NEW EPIC GAMES STORE NOT SO EPIC PG.13

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Trump touts accomplishments, future goals at Michigan rally Kelly Winters • Multimedia Reporter @DCKellyWinters

GRAND RAPIDS — U.S. President Donald J. Trump came to Grand Rapids Thursday, March 28 for his first campaign rally since the end of the Mueller probe into Russian collusion.

His supporters gathered from all corners of Michigan to the Van Andel Arena to rally together and celebrate his presidency. After a warm welcome from his son Donald Trump Jr, the president made his grandiose appearance.

Despite the spectacle that awaited people inside the arena, there were plenty of things to see before stepping foot inside.

Protesters lined up by the dozens to object to the event in its entirety.

After several inevitable fights and hours of waiting outside, the crowd shuffled into the arena.

In addition to stating that he plans on running for re-election in 2020 with full anticipation of securing his second term, Trump also discussed several other issues that he is actively fighting for and against.

One of the key topics Trump focused on that night was his disapproval of the Green New Deal, a stimulus program sponsored by U.S. representatives Alexandria OcasioCortez (D-NY) and Ed Markey (DMA) that aims to address economic inequality and climate change.

Trump explained his view that this plan of action would be far worse than it seems, and that Americans are worth more than one car per household. With this, he also expressed his disapproval of the idea that gas prices need to be increased to collect money for the Green New Deal to be put into fruition.

After this, Trump went on to explain more of what his administration plans to do in the coming weeks. Most of this pertains to the wall that he plans on putting along the southern border. He emphasized that he wants to enforce border security and repeatedly said that he will close the border if necessary.

More than anything, Trump reiterated his stance that products need to be made in America by American citizens. He stated that

over the course of his term, he has dropped unemployment rate to an all new low by creating more than 5 million American jobs.

Unemployment currently stands at 3.8 percent as of Feb 2019 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Trump further claimed that 60% of the new jobs are currently held by women.

Despite giving his plan to address national issues, Trump assured the locals standing in front of him that he would look into issues affecting Michigan as well, promising to raise $300 million in funding for restoration and cleanup of the Great Lakes. This comes after the president proposed a $270 million budget cut from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative earlier in March.

“I support the Great Lakes,” Trump said. “Always have. They are beautiful. They are big, very deep.

Record deepness, right? And I am going to get, in honor of my friends, full funding of $300 million for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which you have been trying to get for over 30 years. So, we will get it done.”

Trump went on to talk about abortion and his disbelief in the Democratic stance in late term abortion. He highlighted his disgust with some U.S. state governors’ opinions on abortion.

“In my state of the union address, I called up Congress to immediately pass legislation prohibiting the extreme late term abortion,” Trump said.

Trump wrapped up his speech by recapping a few of his core beliefs such as the opposition toward “high taxes, open borders, late term abortion, crime, hoaxes and illusions.”

He also claimed that he is working to make the most out of the American economy by pressing the “Buy American, hire American” motto.

“With the very proud and very truly incredible and inspiring people of Michigan, we will make America wealthy again, we will make America strong again, we will make America safe again and we will make America great again,” said Trump, ending the rally with roaring applause.

Check out the rest of our coverage for this event on YouTube, Twitter and Flickr @ DeltaCollegiate.

Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor

U.S. President Donald J. Trump addresses supporters at his rally in Grand Rapids on March 28, 2019. He highlighted his “wins” and future administration goals throughout his remarks.

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We asked you, our @DeltaCollegiate Twitter followers, what your thoughts were on Trump’s promise made at the Grand Rapids rally to fully fund Great Lakes restoration. Here is what you said.

His administration is cutting funding to everything but fossil fuels and his hotels. He doesn't care about the Great Lakes and he doesn't care about Michigan.

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Trump supporters turn press pen into bullpen Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor @DC_rrv

On March 28, I traveled to Grand Rapids to cover the President Donald J. Trump rally, and I was feeling a mixture of emotions. I was excited because I had never covered such a significant event and I knew there was so much to learn from the experience. At the same time, I carried some apprehension and dread going into it because I am not personally a Trump supporter.

I didn’t even think to be nervous, but based on Trump’s campaign concepts of ‘fake news’ and how he has turned the media into an antagonist of our country, I should have known to prepare myself. When I arrived, I was met by some protestors with some pretty hilarious signs about some

serious issues. One girl was burning sage to combat the negative energy.

My equipment was thoroughly searched by Secret Service security as well as sniffed by a K9 unit upon entering the arena. Once in the press pit, I traveled around the perimeters to capture different shots and angles throughout the duration of the event.

Every time I would get near the table I had originally set up at, a group of Trump supporters would yell things at me such as “Look it’s ‘Little Missy Media’ and other things to antagonize me, when I had not looked, spoken to, or bothered them in any way. In response, I did my best to blatantly ignore their comments. I was focused on staying objective in order to do my job justice.

Unfortunately, there were

some instances I could not ignore. There were about two or three times during his remarks that Trump said something regarding the media, and all of the Trump supporters in the arena started booing. I was surrounded by them in every direction, and the ones closest automatically found one of us in the press pit, locked eyes and flipped us off while screaming expletives at us. I had never seen so much hate in someone’s eyes, or felt so much negative energy directed towards me, simply for doing my job.

Many of the statements Trump made during his remarks were true falsities, which is ironic/hilarious? to me considering his ‘fake news’ mantra. The fact that his supporters would applause anything he said, shows the devotion to this

man is based on a common enemy instead of research, logic, and compromise.

My duty as a photojournalist is to simply capture events, and objectively relay information in the form of photos.

Interestingly enough, as soon as I would lift my camera, the middle fingers would go down and their insults would cease — almost as if they were embarrassed to have their behavior displayed. I wonder why. tOverall, I left the rally exhausted and saddened to have witnessed some of the things I did. I overheard so many conversations rooted in hate towards others instead of taking advantage of the grouping of those with similar beliefs and discussing actual politics or world events.

That he had already cut the initiative by 90% in his budget?

Has he surpassed his 9000th lie mark yet?

My thoughts are this: Where is the fucking wall and why isn't Mexico paying for it?

Exactly, more lies and empty promises from this shithead.

Well, considering his budget proposal cut all funding... I call B.S.

Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor

The audience goes crazy when Trump recites "Buy American, Hire American" in regards to the economy and the outsourcing of car manufacturers in recent decades. Grand Rapids, March 28, 2019.

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No trial: Catholic priest pleads 'no contest' to sexual assault charges Michael Piwowarski • News Editor @DCMichaelFP

SAGINAW — After being given a not guilty verdict at his first trial, Roman Catholic priest Robert DeLand Jr. has backed out of any further trials, pleading no contest to further sexual assault charges brought against him.

The priest, who formerly served the Saginaw Diocese, is still charged with second-degree criminal sexual conduct, gross indecency between two males and manufacturing or distributing an imitation controlled substance. He gave his no-contest plea to all of these charges Tuesday, March 26, on the same day his second trial was supposed to begin.

DeLand was to stand trial three times before Saginaw County Circuit Judge Darnell Jackson for six felonies and one misdemeanor, involving one young man and two male teens. His first trial, which took place March 19 to 21, ended with the jury giving a not guilty verdict on two of these charges.

Mark Gaertner, chief assistant prosecutor of Saginaw County, stated at a March 27 press conference that the first trial ended in a not guilty verdict due to a significant lack of corroborating evidence, including electronic surveillance and tape recordings.

“This [second] trial [...] had tape recordings,” Gaertner said. “They were going to be admitted into evidence, and they were going to be quite substantial evidence of his guilt, is what we believed. And so I believe, in consultations with his attorneys, they decided to take the plea.”

Assistant prosecutor Melissa Hoover said that she conferred with the two remaining victims who were to testify, and that they are “satisfied with the outcome.”

“Talking about a trial is different than going through a trial, and at least one of them got to experience what

that was like; the pressure and everything else that goes along with it,” stated Hoover, referring to the trial that took place. “So based on my conversations with both of them, they are satisfied with the resolution.”

A no-contest plea, as Gaertner explained, essentially means that the defendant is not contesting the prosecutor’s evidence, and is thus treated by the court as a guilty plea; DeLand’s choice to plead no contest avoids having an admission of guilt that can be used against him.

DeLand had previously pleaded no contest to all of his charges last year, then later withdrew that

plea because he didn’t want to face the potential sentencing based on state guidelines if convicted.

When asked if the prosecutors have an expectation as to how long DeLand’s prison sentence might be and what his other penalties are, Gaertner answered saying that he has faith in Judge Jackson, believing that a fair and just punishment will be given.

“I think Mr. DeLand, based on his behavior, probably should face incarceration,” Gaertner said.

DeLand is currently slated to be sentenced

by Judge Jackson Thursday, April 25.

Michael Piwowarski • News Editor

Mark Gaertner, chief assistant prosecutor of Saginaw County, delivers remarks at a press conference regarding Robert DeLand, Jr’s no contest plea. Saginaw, March 27, 2019.

Vietnam Wall brings moving tribute to saginaw Sam Philpot • Reporter

SAGINAW — In honor of those who served in the Vietnam War, the VA Medical Center hosted the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall ceremony Friday, March 29.

“We are trying to give them the welcome home they never got,” says veteran Tara Scheuer. “I served in Desert Storm and the first person who welcomed my unit when we got back was a Vietnam veteran.”

The traveling memorial brought home the 2,654 Vietnam veterans from Michigan who gave their lives during the war. The youngest name on the wall was 15-year-old Private First Class Dan Bullock.

These names come from the even larger black wall where the names of 58,280 veterans reside.

“This is a great get-together as vets,” says Vietnam veteran Kenneth Aerian. “It allows for a sense of camaraderie again.”

Aerian went on to say how organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars were organized because the veterans were shunned, and they could only talk to other vets about it all for so much time.

Though the event gave a chance to honor the veterans who survived and those who gave their lives, it can be easy to forget about how they were treated on their homecoming.

“I was ashamed to wear my uniform for three, maybe four years after coming home.

We weren’t expecting a ticket ceremony but we weren’t expecting protesting either. People went because they believed in their country, a country that let them down. This ‘welcome home’ is late,” says veteran Gary Duehring.

Along with the moving wall, there was a “missing man table” memoriam, left with empty chairs to honor those who remain missing in action.

Alongside the table a display of pictures and descriptions of Medal of Honor recipients from the Vietnam War were hung. The event also presented a chance for veterans to get a Vietnam veteran lapel pin, as well as have dog tags made for them.

“These people served for us; now it’s time to serve them,” says event volunteer Bryan Chrisler.

Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor

Veterans paying their respect during the Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Ceremony on March 29, 2019 in Saginaw.

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Governor’s Quarters lights up the nightlife of Bay City Zach Parfeniuk • Reporter @ZParfeniuk

Though Governor's Quarters isn't just one big beer tap, the establishment also features a full menu of varied foods With the spring season rolling in, including sandwiches, quesadillas, going out to eat is a much more inviting burgers and wings, all filled with their prospect. For anyone looking for a good own delectable taste. Many items take to time all around, Governor’s Quarters, the namesake of the bar and grill, such located in Bay City, covers all the bases. as the “speaker of the house” sandwich “We are Bay or the “liberty bell” City's only basement chicken breast. bar and original 1304 S Wenona St, Appetizers come taproom,” says with their own Bay City, MI 48706 manager Jeff personal touch, with Owczarzak. homemade french Since it was HOURS onion dip and chips bought out by new served with several management, the Sunday CLOSED of the meals. place has become a Governor's Monday CLOSED bar and grill with an Quarters tops their inviting atmosphere Tuesday 4:30 - 11PM services off with that highlights the atmosphere its clean beer.

Wednesday 4:30 - 11PM and entertainment.

“Our brewery All the tables are Thursday 4:30 - 11PM has the cleanest mixed in with taps in Michigan,” Friday 4:30PM - 1AM intricate furniture says Owczarzak. decorations, such Saturday 4:30PM - 1AM “We're about clean as the two lavish glassware and pianos lining the clean beer. When west walls, beer you drink here, logos and neon the difference is in the taste of the signs lighting up the walls, and even the beer and how you feel the next day.” bar counter has a slew of art painted into Customers can also look forward to it. Nothing is plain or dull, especially the a constantly changing selection. The lighting, which is just bright enough to 30 beer taps available rotate regularly make everything visible while still making through different beers. Typical it feel like a nightlife destination. No part drinks like assortments of canned of the bar and grill is similar to the other. beers, or Busch Light won't be sold.

Entertainment is another area “We don't sell the stuff that every where customers have a wide selection other bar in Bay City sells — not to choose from. The most prolific of because it's bad, but because we find Governor’s Quarters events are their something better,” said Owczarzak.

trivia nights, which have been going strong for three years. One example is vinyl trivia night, in which customers can take guesses from a profile of records to test their knowledge of music.

The songs don’t stop there, though, with live music at “acoustic nights” on Thursdays. Local artists come to perform, with a part of the bar laid out just for them: an open corner stage.

Governor's Quarters will be partnering with Electric Kitsch for Record Store Day April 13. Owczarzak states that Dogfish Head Brewery will brew a special craft beer called “American Beauty” for the event.

For those wishing to come for more private occasions, the back room and Arbeitoer Hall located above the bar are available for anyone to rent out, whether

Zack Parfeniuk • Reporter

Manager Jeff Owczarzak talks to a customer about recent events as people start to roll in. Bay City, March 21, 2019.

Commencement is coming fast!

Maddison Godi • Reporter @DCMaddison

Spring is in the air and for 2019 graduates, this means it is time to check out and focus on the future. Graduates will need to keep on track and meet these deadlines before being able to attend commencements later this month.

The Delta College Bookstore sells all commencement accessories. Caps, gowns and announcements can be purchased in the bookstore until April 26. The submission deadline for names being included in the commencement brochures has passed, as applications were turned in to the registrar’s office March 10.

This year's commencement ceremony will be held Friday, April 26 at 6 p.m. in the Pioneer Gym. Family members and guests of graduates will be welcomed

it be for a party, meeting, wedding reception, graduation party or birthday.

Governor’s Quarters strives to answer one of the most important questions for any business: what makes them unique, and why should people go to Governor’s Quarters instead of any other bar and grill or restaurant?

Since their founding, they’ve been consistently answering that question with bravado, giving Bay City residents a nightlife worth driving down for.

Photos of Governor’s Quarters are available at deltacollegiate.altervista.org.

For more information on Governor’s Quarters, such as menu items or reservations, go to governorsquarters. beer (yes, this is their real address) or check out their Facebook page.

into the gym at 5 p.m. through the east entrance.

For family and guests to attend and sit in gym seating, each graduate will be issued five tickets.

These tickets can be obtained after purchasing caps and gowns in the Delta College Bookstore. Guests who have tickets must arrive before 5:45 p.m. because doors will close shortly after that time.

Those without tickets can take seating available on a walk-in basis where the ceremony will be broadcasted live in the Delta College Lecture Theater and Founders Hall.

A reception will follow the commencement ceremony in the Red Brix commons. There will be refreshments and cake available, along with celebratory congratulations towards this year’s graduates.

For more information on the 2019 commencements ceremony, contact valeriebledsoe@delta.edu.

FUN FACTS • Caps and Gowns made from approximately 27 recycled plastic bottles each!

• 57th Delta Commencement Ceremony

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CMU professor discusses original Flint water documentary Michael Piwowarski • News Editor @DCMichaelFP

UNIVERSITY CENTER — Central Michigan University sociology professor Cedric Taylor came to Delta College Wednesday, March 27 to discuss social inequalities and lack of trust in government, both of which are issues that have stemmed from the Flint water crisis.

The crisis is documented in a March 2018 film that Taylor produced called “Nor Any Drop to Drink,” which is currently screening in various locations across Michigan. Several segments from the film were shown when Taylor came to speak at Delta.

Taylor, who has previously worked on other, shorter projects, says that “Nor Any Drop to Drink” is his first full length documentary, at more than two hours in total length.

“From my perspective, this was an example of glaring injustice,” Taylor stated at the presentation, saying what inspired him to make the film.

The Flint water crisis, to date, has affected more than 100,000 Flint residents since the city’s decision to switch its water source from Detroit to the Flint river.

Taylor's documentary features perspectives from a variety of those affected, many of which are mothers who have dealt with lead poisoning in their children.

With people in Flint still in need of bottled water as the city’s water quality remains uncertain, “Nor Any Drop to Drink” aims to show that the water crisis is a primary example of why there is a significant lack of trust in government institutions.

However, Taylor wants people to look beyond the deteriorating pipes and the brown, muddy water and take away a message that looks at a bigger picture when it comes to social issues.

Michael Piwowarski • News Editor

Cedric Taylor addresses Delta College students and faculty during his presentation about his Flint Water Crisis documentary “Nor Any Drop to Drink” in the lecture theater. March 27, 2019, University Center.

“The problems may not be water, but it could be something else,” says Taylor. “So in terms of government, in terms of democracy, in terms of putting money before people, corporate takeovers of local government; all of these things are things that we should be paying attention to.”

“Nor Any Drop to Drink” is scheduled to be shown at the University of Michigan-Flint Thursday, March 29 at 5:30 p.m. at French Hall Room 111. More information, including a full schedule of screenings, can be found at www.noranydropfilm. com. Additionally, the film can be liked and followed on Facebook for updates, including when it will be available for distribution.

Local boy takes on the big city Maddison Godi • Reporter @DCMaddison

“I was living with a friend and still looking for places and I finally got one about a week later,” says Fick.

“That was really tough because you don’t know if you’re going to make it or not, find a place to live.”

After a week, Fick has been subletting apartments around the city for a couple of months at a time. He hasn’t even met his current three female roommates who share a small apartment uptown.

New York is an expensive place to live, making finding a job a high priority. Fick has had to deal with unsteady jobs. This has him searching for extra cash wherever he can. Since the opera closed, he has relied on walking dogs until his next opportunity arises.

“Having a side hustle is definitely a common thing out here, especially in the world of theater because you don't know when your next job is going to come,” said Fick.

As Fick struggles to get established in the city that never sleeps, he wants to encourage others to dive in and seek their fortune.

“Just go for it,” says Fick. “Jump right in. It’s New York City! The opportunities are endless.”

NEW YORK -- Mason Fick, 20, left Bay City, Michigan and headed for New York City to work with the national tour of “Cats” as a production assistant.

He recently finished working as the assistant stage manager for the opera “Artemisia,” based on the life of Italian painter Artemisia Gentileschi.

“I was inspired to move when I was 16,” says Fick. “When I first visited on a school trip, I instantly fell in love with the city.”

Fick is among the approximately 175,000 millennials – those 18 to 34 – who come to New York City each year, according to U.S. Census data. Moving to the Big Apple is romanticized as the moment you give in to your dreams, but it’s not always easy.

As a 2017 graduate from Western High School in Auburn, Fick was not used to the hustle of the New York streets. He was known to the community as a local pizza slinger at Little Caesars on Euclid Ave in Bay City.

In December 2018, he received an e-mail at 12:30 a.m. asking if he was available for a call the next day.

“They called me and they were like, ‘Cool, you have five days to get out here,’” Fick recalled. “So that’s what brought me out here.”

Things were fast-paced for Fick before even stepping foot into the city.

“Moving to New York City made me feel accomplished and proud that I was pursuing my dream,” said Fick.

For Fick, the transition from a small town to the big city was unsettling.

“There’s 8 million people here, which is the population of Michigan,” says Fick.

“Every little corner of New York City is different, and it introduces you to a whole ‘nother aspect of life and what’s around you.”

Kelly Winters • Multimedia Reporter The hardest moment for Fick was dealing with Mason Fick came to New York City chasing his feeling homeless during dream of stage management. Recently, he has his first week in New York. assisted in the national tour of “Cats” the muHe instantly felt displaced sical and plans to continue being a freelance in what was supposed to stage manager. March 6, 2019, New York City. be his new home, giving him a rough start.

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The Delta College softball team has been able to get into the swing of things early, starting the season 15-6 and beginning their conference play with a 6-0 record after beating Henry Ford four times and Alpena twice. This Delta College softball team has shown already that they're a force to be reckoned with.

The success can be attributed to the team’s ability to adapt quickly and build camaraderie with one another, according to their head coach Drew Ornelas.

“This team has just gelled really quickly. [...] We play as a family and work hard to win. We’re a family, and with everyone being close it helps us perform better on the field” says Ornelas.

And it’s been important for this team to adapt quickly. With only 13 players on the roster, many of which are freshmen, being close off the field is really beneficial to develop synergy.

Luckily, this team has been able to rely on not only their coaching staff, but also leadership on the team through returning players, especially captain Kaylie Scott.

“Coming back from last year, we have five returning sophomores, and we have really stuck together. None of us want to end the way we did last year, and that fuels us to keep going and keep everyone together,” explained Scott.

So far, the team has gotten off to a better start than they did last year. While there were concerns of getting off to a similar 0-6 start, those worries melted away after their first win. Although they’ve suffered six losses on the year, they’ve managed to paired them with 15 wins making the overall record 15-6.

Along with the sophomore leadership on the team, the freshmen know their role in the system.

Freshman Alison Robbins, a graduate from Bay City Western, knows that her role on the team is to motivate those around her and not let them lose sight of their goals.

“I’m nice to everyone and I want everyone to do good. I encourage people a lot and I want to win. I want to go to nationals so to get other people on the team in that mindset is what I’m best at,” says Robbins.

Apparently, the encouragement has been working well for the Lady Pioneers, shown by their winning record. However, the most impressive statistic comes from the hot bats of Delta’s players.

The run support they’ve been able to obtain in these victories is astounding, scoring no less than six runs throughout their conference games this season.

When looking closer at the team’s offense, it shows the true team nature of softball. Overall, the team has a batting average of .369, and are really seeing the pitches well as they come to the plate. Freshman Kelsie Dilts is already contributing substantially, leading the team with a batting average of .524 and 33 hits.

It’s easy to see through their focus in practice and in games that this team is determined to perform well. The Lady Pioneers have high aspirations, and are ready to show the world that they aren’t going to be taken lightly. Right now, they are aiming for a national title and will settle for nothing less. For information about the Delta College softball team including a roster or schedule for their games, head to www. deltapioneers.com/sports/sball.

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Frustrated Fan:

LeBron drowns in hate from Lakers fans Joe Thornton Editor-in-Chief @DCJoeThornton

Dear Lakers Fans, Another year in the books for all of you, and not even a playoff berth to show for it. Yikes. As a Pistons fan, I can relate a little bit to your pain. Both of our teams have been somewhat stagnant for the last couple years.

But the reason I feel bad for Lakers fans is that expectations must have been at an all-time high. You have the best player in basketball coming to your team in LeBron James, you’re acquiring other free agents and developing young talent.

After what LeBron was able to do in Cleveland, everyone just saw him as the messiah who could lead any team to the NBA Finals. As we saw this year, that is not the case When you’re coming to a team with the nickname “The Lake Show,” you have to be ready to make a splash instantly. But let’s keep in mind, there is more at play here than just the things with LeBron that caused this team to disappoint.

First off, this was a team that was plagued with injury for the entirety of the year.

Lonzo Ball needs to drink more milk, because his bones could not withstand anything on the court. Additionally, Brandon Ingram’s injuries led to inexperienced players having to come in and contribute much more than they were ready for.

However, even considering all of this, LeBron deserves a fair share of the blame. He didn’t take this offseason as seriously as he should have and that was shown early in the offseason. A fair share, though — not the amount that he’s getting currently.

All Lakers fans have to just trust in your management though. Hope they’ll get someone who can actually make a three-point shot instead of riding the bench the entire season because of injury.

Trust the process, A Frustrated Fan

Jake Wright overcomes major shoulder and elbow injuries Steele Wynne • Reporter

An injury to some may be inconvenient, but an injury to an athlete is nearly devastating — an injury can strip players of their ability to participate in a sport they have trained and enjoyed their entire lives.

Jake Wright, a sophomore at Delta College and pitcher for the Pioneers baseball team, has experienced this setback in the utmost capacity. Wright tore his UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) and broke his humerus. His UCL tear was prompted by a fall while attempting to out a sliding player and his ulna snapped while throwing a curveball during the Fall of last year.

“It took me fourteen months to get back on the mound after my elbow injury and three months after my arm injury,” says Wright.

While maintaining a grueling schedule with school, work and physical therapy, Wright explains that the most difficult component to his recovery was actually psychological.

“The mental part was the hardest: the question of ‘will I ever come back’ or ‘will I ever know what really happened, or why I got hurt.’ It’s being able to trust in your body, that you’ll be okay. That’s been the toughest part for me — telling myself you’re still going to be able to play. I wanted to quit [...] a lot,” says Wright,

That’s been the toughest part for me— I wanted to quit [...] a lot - Jake Wright

articulating self doubt he felt at the time.

Wright expounded on what kept him in the sport of baseball and what pushed him to get back on the mound.

“I just have a burning drive to do the best I can and I didn’t want to let that go. I’ve been doing this my whole life and so I wanted to continue my dream,” says Wright, expressing the intangible but very discernible passion for baseball that fueled his recovery.

Wright returned to the field Friday, March 29, for the first time since October, and gave some of his thoughts on returning.

“I’m so excited to be back,” says Wright. “I’m ready, ready to go [...] but my performance wasn’t the dream comeback. I walked three guys and got pulled from the game.

In spite of his gameplay, Wright was ecstatic to once again play the sport he has loved since the age of 4. As a pitcher, there is one vital part to your game, and that’s the arm. Without a functioning arm, one cannot be a functional player.

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Cyclists!

Cheer on the Delta College baseball and softball teams in their upcoming home games!

The baseball team will face off against Macomb Community College on April 13, while the Delta College softball team will be going up against Mott Community College on April 16. For more info head to www.deltapioneers.com/sports.

The Delta Pioneers Golf team begin their season on Friday, April 12, at the Oakland Community College Invitational, versus Pontiac Community College

Watch The Great Lakes Loons take on Lake County Wednesday, April 10, at Dow Diamond, for a game that will hit your expectations out of the park! Tickets can be bought in person or sold online at www.milb.com/milb/tickets/.

Jay’s Sporting Goods, located in Clare, Michigan, is holding their first annual hiking and backpacking seminar, featuring guest speaker and avid hiker Chris Hillier. The event will be held Saturday, April 13, between 10 p.m. and noon.

Do you like cycling? Come to the Rust Shaker event in Harrison at the campus of Mid Michigan Community College. You can register online until Thursday, April 25, at www.bikereg.com.

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John F. Kennedy exhibit makes a stop at Marshall Fredericks Museum From March 15 to June 29, visitors receive first hand look at Kennedy's life and times

Zach Parfeniuk Reporter @ZParfeniuk

When studying American presidents, there are typical names that crop up as the best of the best of our public servants. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln are all commonly used. However, out of our more recent presidents, John F. Kennedy is often thought of as an inspiration for Americans in our day to day lives.

More than fifty years after his tragic assassination, Kennedy remains as one of the most admired figures in American history. As part of a nationwide celebration and the centennial of his birth year in 2017, the local Marshall Fredericks Sculpture Museum at Saginaw Valley State University is hosting the travelling “American Visionary: John F. Kennedy's Life

and Times” exhibit until Jun. 29.

The exhibition is presented with the eager cooperation of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Foundation and has already traveled across the country including to the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the New York Historical Society, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. The Marshall Fredericks museum is the exhibit’s current and only stop in the entire state of Michigan so far, visitors have soaked up the photography.

“It celebrates, what is becoming known to be, the golden age of photojournalism,” museum director Megan McAdow said, “They really document not just Kennedy himself, but also the context and environment of the U.S. at that time.”

Photos taken from Kennedy’s childhood up to his death show the human behind the history. Beyond just being a cakewalk through Kennedy’s time in the white house, visitors get to see the former president as anyone close to him would. When Kennedy's smiling as he spends time with his family on the beach, he goes beyond being “just the president.”

“I really love the image of JFK with his Ray-Ban sunglasses on, it’s timeless, but also contemporary.” McAdow said,

“I think it speaks to how relatable he is, both when he was running for president, but also how relatable he still feels today.”

McAdow found that Kennedy's relatability was the most important part of the exhibit and felt that his approach towards the press at the time allowed this to shine.

“I think one of the reasons why [JFK is so captivating] is how he allowed himself to be photographed,” McAdow said, “Back then, and today, a lot of politicians want to dictate how they’re photographed…. JFK allowed photographers to just capture him in real life without any direction. There’s an image where he’s coming out of back surgery, and he’s ok to be seen with a cane. Or being airlifted onto Air Force One instead of walking up the steps. He didn’t hide those things from the public.”

That detail may seem insignificant, but it’s what makes the exhibit truly unique. From him laughing with friends, to Kennedy simply playing with his newborn daughter in a crib, the variety of photographs tell a story better than most documentaries ever can.

Kennedy didn’t just spend all his time being relatable to the common people.

His time in office is often looked back on as inspiring by older Americans.

It was a time in American history

where the country and individuals pushed boundaries, and Kennedy is often seen as an architect of that.

One of Kennedy’s most famous quotes comes from his inaugural address, “Ask not what your country can do for youask what you can do for your country.”

McAdow highlighted that all across America, young people especially are getting involved to make political change, and that Kennedy’s message resonates now more than ever.

Whether it is environmental activists fighting for clean energy, students getting involved in the politics of gun control, or any number of examples concerning political activism.

“I think his optimism was rooted in everybody making a difference,” McAdow said, “That it wasn’t up to the politicians to make change, it’s up to each and every one of us to make the change we want to see in the world. That still resonates today.”

For those interested in seeing the exhibit, the Marshall Fredericks museum requires no admission fees and free visitor parking once cars are registered at the front desk. “American Visionary: John F. Kennedy's Life and Times” brings Kennedy's life front and center through the camera lens and offers a special look back into the past for all that wish to see.

Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor

A few iconic photos on display in the exhibit titled "American Visionary: John F. Kennedy's Life and Times" currently at the Marshall Fredericks Sculpture Museum. March 29, 2019.

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MISSED MELODIES ‘(No More) Love at Your Convenience’ — Alice Cooper Michael Piwowarski • News Editor @DCMichaelFP

Alice Cooper broke from his usual shock rock style with his solo album “Lace and Whiskey,” released April 1977.

Although hard rock is a prominent element in the album’s musical style, the album overall has a brighter, less gory feel to it than, say, “Billion Dollar Babies” and “Alice Cooper Goes to Hell.” A few of the tracks on “Lace and Whiskey” experiment with different styles. “(No More) Love at Your Convenience” is one of these tracks. “Love at Your Convenience” is a 70s disco-pop song with the usual strings, female backing vocals and catchy refrain. Although the production on the song seems flat to me – the drum and percussion are buried under all the other instruments – “Love at Your Convenience” is still a quirky, fun song to listen to, and a guilty pleasure if you’re more into hard glam rock than cheesy disco.

Kevin Lazzaro Multimedia Reporter

Jordan Peele’s directorial debut “Get Out” received some of the highest ratings of any horror movie in history, currently resting at the number one horror movie on Rotten Tomatoes. It even raked in an academy award for the new director. Fans of the film and Peele’s directorial style have been eagerly awaiting a follow up to the universally lauded “Get Out”. Their patience was rewarded with his newest film “Us.” However, does it stack up to the glory of “Get Out”?

Yes and no.

I learned from this movie that: if I’m watching a Horror film directed by Jordan Peele, I will not leave the theater disappointed with my experience.

However, the premise of “Us” rides entirely on the evil twin trope. This is not anything new. It leaves a bland taste in my mouth whenever I see it used in a sci-fi or a horror film. Honestly, I was not very excited when I found out this was the premise of his new film.

Although “Us” did something that I appreciate; the main characters are made immediately aware of the issues that they are being faced with, instead of being blatantly ignorant to propel the plot forward, like other adaptations.

There is never a cliché “Shoot him! He’s the imposter!’ ‘No, shoot him! He’s the imposter!" moment in the movie. The evil twin and original characters are two distinct characters and it is never a question as to otherwise.

The film retains some of Peele’s stylistic choices from “Get Out.” There are some of the same tonal and directorial elements, such as brief comedic lapses in the middle of the plot and self aware comments that acknowledge there is a horrifying event happening to them, but it is defeatable/ human. The film uses a fairly consistent high contrast between light and dark on screen which gives the film a creepy/dark look exemplifying the prolonged dread. There are also several moments where there is a juxtaposition with happy music over eerie events, sometimes used for comedic effect and sometimes to build tension.

The use of powerful overarching metaphors and symbolism for issues in America is still present in his work. I’ll only delve into a couple because there is so much to unpack. For example the scissors that are used by the clones are perfectly symmetrical, which is great irony; they’re severing the ties of symmetry to their original counterparts with symmetry. There is also the use of symmetry in general throughout the beginning of the film, such as frisbees landing perfectly in line with dots on a towel and noting

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that the time on the clock is 11:11, foreshadowing events to come. If your goal is to decipher Peele’s message to the viewers, definitely go into the theater with an open, analytical mind.

Another large highlight of the film was on screen performances. The execution from every actor and actress was phenomenal.

Each actor gives a convincing portrayal depicting the contrasting personalities of the original characters and their clones. The best performances came from the film’s leading actors Lupita Nyong'o and Winston Duke.

Nyong'o gave one of the single greatest horror lead performances that I've ever seen. She played the part of an overprotective mother so well, the love that she had for her on screen children was palpable. Nyong’o also played a horrifying antagonistic character as well. The unhinged/ tortured nature of the clone version of her character was so compelling it created shutters as I was watching her actions on screen. Whenever she moved it was so erratic and unpredictable, it added another layer to the uneasiness of the film.

Duke portrays the stereotypical dad. He does this with his various mannerisms and dad jokes that are scattered throughout the film. Duke is the comedic light in an otherwise dark film. He also plays a strong contrasting performance as the clone version of himself as a speechless, brutish character. Even though the clone isn't in all of the film he does create a terrifying, looming presence when he is in it.

I was not disappointed in this film’s presentation of the content in the slightest.

The acting was extraordinary, to say the least, paired with the fact that Jordan Peele is a true visionary, when it comes to filmmaking, both making this film one of the greatest recent horror films. The only aspect that I’m disappointed in is the unoriginal evil-twin premise. I want to see Jordan Peele spread his wings and produce a truly original work, instead of using a rehashed story that is well worn out. Though, no matter what his next work is, whether it be television or film, it will be fantastic. I can say this without a doubt in my mind.

‘Light On’ — Maggie Rogers Ryan Reichard • Arts & Entertainment Editor @DCReichard

After being discovered by producer Pharrell Williams in 2016, the indie-pop newcomer took two years to craft her debut album “Heard It in a Past Life.” Buried in the cluster of singles lies one of Rogers’ best crafted songs. “Light On” is an indie-pop song that opens with folk-inspired guitar chords that transition to 80s-inspired synthesizers that are held up by a sturdy backing beat. Hidden in the swell of synths is a lush piano that adds to the depth of the synths and, paired with the guitar, helps the song maintain its organic quality. “Light On” has lyrics that detail the transition from breaking up to finding your own personal freedom again. Rogers gives a heartbreaking, yet confident vocal performance as her voice cracks with desperation. If “Light On” is any indication of her career moving forward, then Rogers has one bright career ahead of her.

‘Wait a Minute!’ — Willow Rebecca Roberts • Photo Editor @DC_rrv

Willow, better known as the daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith, dabbles in several mediums in the entertainment industry. She first bounced into music with the release of her song “Whip My Hair,” which, as we all know, turned into a popular joke among the targeted audience instead of launching her off the ground. Despite this, she released her debut album “ARDIPITHECUS” five years later, which included the bop that is “Wait a Minute!” Willow explores alternative musical textures and combines them with outlandish lyrics. Her powerful, yet calm vocals layered on top of the feel-good beat takes the listener on a cruise that will have your head and feet bopping involuntarily before you have a chance to notice. She will make her mark in music as she continues to push the boundaries of the musical norm.

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'Working 9 to 5' Based off of the iconic 1980 film starring Dolly Parton, a new adaptation is coming to Saginaw Valley State University. Together a group of female coworkers seeks to get even with their sexist boss. Be sure to come out on Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. to witness the humor that made this Dolly Parton movie turned play a classic. Admission to the play at Saginaw Valley State University is $16 for general admission, $14 for senior citizens and $12 for students. For more information, visit www.svsu.edu/theatre/showschedule/.

Robots bring championship to Saginaw Valley Friday, April 12 to Saturday, April 13 come see robots duke it out as they compete to see who will be taking the top prizes in this year’s championship.

It is located on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University. This event is suited for the technology lover or technology enthusiast in your life. There will be a range of competitions showing the different features of the robots entered in the competition.

Awards will be given out for the top placing robots.

On Friday, the event begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 8 p.m. On Saturday, the event begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.svsu.edu/firstatsvsu/.

Don’t stop them now With eclectic front man Freddie Mercury, Queen was able to conquer the charts. Mercury delivered classics such as: “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Will Rock You.” Singer Marc Martel has been compared to Mercury in various media outlets. Many have compared his voice to that of the late singer’s. On Friday, April 12 Mantel is coming to the Temple Theatre in Saginaw to deliver the hard-driving classics of Queen in a way only he can. This event starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission ranges from $25 to $70 depending on your selected seating. For more information, visitwww. templetheatre.com/event/ultimate-queen-celebration/.

Spend your weekend with the stars Are you fascinated by the stars or are you interested in the cosmos? If so, then this event is tailored for you. On Friday, April 12 at the Bay City State Park you will get the opportunity to view the stars through telescopes after a free talk at 7 p.m. and ends at 11p.m.

Admission is free. For more information on this event, visit www.delta.edu/calendar/planetarium.

My 'Fleeting'encounter with Greta Van Fleet Rebecca Roberts Photo Editor @DC_rrv

I am an usher at the Dow Event Center and I was working at Bob Seger’s concert there last year when Greta Van Fleet opened for him. I hadn’t heard of them, because it was before they became global superstars. They warmed up before the concert started. The band seemed professional and relaxed. As the die-hard Seger fans filed in, a couple came up to me. The woman told me three of the boys in the opening band were her nephews.

I didn’t think much of the encounter.

Then the stage was lit and the audience was ready. The music started and I was immediately blown away by the energy

in the arena. Everyone was hooked and went crazy as the band performed. There was such immense power behind the instruments and melodies. I became entranced with the live sound and range of lead singer, Josh Kiszka. After the show concluded and I had Seger’s “Turn the Page” still ringing in my ears, the crew started breaking down the stage and chairs on the floor of the arena. I noticed three guys in 70s inspired outfits walking around the then empty floor. I went into panic mode! They were saying goodbye to a couple of their friends who had apparently come to see them perform. As their friends walked away, they seemed so casually calm despite the fact they just played a sold-out arena show and opened for a rock legend. I smiled at them and congratulated them on an awesome set. Kiszka replied with a “Thanks.” Perhaps the rock star life just comes naturally to some.

Submit your 'Fleet'-ing encounter Over the past year, local rock sensation Greta Van Fleet has become nationally known, and the band has been spotted all across mid-Michigan. If you or someone you know has been lucky enough meet these local rockers, we welcome your pictures and stories for a chance to be featured in the Delta Collegiate. Email your stories to our A&E editor Ryan Reichard at ryanreichard@delta.edu, or directly to the newspaper's email at deltacollegiate@gmail.com.

Delta College presents 'The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood' Come out to Delta College to see the classic tale, we have all come to know reimaged.

Watch as the titular character helps the needy as he experiences interesting encounters that will have you laughing. “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood” was originally

by Mary Lynn Dobson. However, Delta College’s own Beth Heyart takes the director’s chair. This comedy is family-friendly and can be seen in the Delta College Lecture Theatre G-160 on Thursday, April 11 at 10 a.m., Friday, April 12 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 at 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for a day or an evening of fun.

Review the year in music with local award show On Sunday, April 14 at the Lumber Barons Brewery in Bay City the 33 Annual Review Music Awards will be taking place. This award show celebrates the local artist in the region that are performing, recording and making music.

There will be several local artists there, including: Audrey Burne and Mike Roberton. Admission is $15 I advance and $20 at the door. It begins at 5 p.m. and lasts until Midnight.

For more information, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/33rdannual-review-music-awards-celebration-tickets.

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Making the Great Lakes great again Kelly Winters Multimedia Reporter @DCKellyWinters

Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

On Thursday, March 28, thousands of Donald Trump supporters rallied to hear him speak about some of the issues that America is currently facing. Even though the majority of the event was focused on the greater good of America as a whole, he did have some things to say about problems that are specific to Michigan.

In particular, he demonstrated a great deal of concern towards The Great Lakes.

With his concern, he promised to secure $300 million to go towards the clean up and restoration of the Great Lakes.

Many people are up in arms, saying this is another one of Trump's “fake” promises. However, I think that

the conversation shouldn’t be around waether he is going to do it or not, rather the effect it has on the environment.

As stated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the Great Lakes are “the largest surface fresh water system on the Earth.” I believe that the Great Lakes should be treated as such.

According to Science Daily, "22 million pounds of plastic waste are dumped into the Great Lakes annually."

Personally, I don’t see this as a proper thank you to give to five of the most iconic lakes on on planet Earth.

Even though Michiganders should be happy about this project being put into action, many are up in arms accusing Donald Trump of empty promises.

Rather than focusing on negatives, we need to look at the positives.

Whether the Great Lakes get restored or not, a lot of attention and press are being aimed on a the important issue — the Great Lakes need saving!

OUR VIEW

Victims of trauma are traumatically not helped Throughout the course of our time as a society, we the people have turned a blind eye to those who have experienced traumatic events. Many times, victims have been left to pick up the pieces of their lives with the judgment of society staring them in the face. The victims have been not only stigmatized, but traumatized as well. We at the Collegiate believe that victims of trauma should get the assistance they need and should not be recognized as another societal stigma. Instead, they should be recognized as the people they are.

Recently, two survivors of last year’s horrific Parkland shooting committed suicide. Sydney Aiello suffered from survivor’s guilt and post-traumatic stress disorder. Less than a week later, Calvin Desir committed suicide. While time has passed since the violence of last year’s events, PTSD symptoms can appear long after the traumatic events.

According to Mental Health America, “… the symptoms may not begin or may not become a problem until years

later.” Because of this, we believe that it’s important to support survivors of trauma emotionally and mentally continuously and not solely after the trauma takes place.

To make matters worse, our society stigmatizes victims of trauma. Many victims endure several different types of stigma, including: public and selfstigma. As a general public, our society tends to discriminate against people with PTSD. We see them as sick and unsafe when we should be seeing them as the person they are. When we treat them as sick and unsafe, we help assist in their self-stigmatization. Often victims are asked questions such as: “Can’t you get over it?” Rather, we should be asking “How can I help?” To end the stigma, we believe that communities need to set up programs to educate citizens on trauma disorders. By understanding the disorder properly people will be less likely to become another societal stigma.

In addition, sufferers of traumatic events do not receive the proper medical care. Our country spends billions on

treating anxiety disorders. Heal My PTSD states that, “The annual cost to society of anxiety disorders is estimated to be significantly over $42.3 billion, often due to misdiagnosis and undertreatment.”

Since many of these victims are not diagnosed, therefore not treated properly, they are suffering. We believe funding programs that help PTSD victims would not only allow for a better educated healthcare staff, but for the victims to receive the proper mental health treatment that is warranted for their particular case.

We believe that we should no longer stigmatize what we do not understand, instead we must learn to understand what we stigmatize. We must support the victims emotionally and mentally in conjunction to granting them accesses to the proper resources.

As a society, we should not have to correlate trauma with tragedy.

Maia Wiederhold • Illustrator

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Great Lakes Restoration Initiative evades budget cut Zach Parfeniuk • Reporter @ZParfeniuk

U.S. president Donald Trump’s March 2019 budget proposal to congress included a 90 percent cut to the funding of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, going from a current $300 million to just $30 million.

However, at his Grand Rapids rally later that month Trump backed off, pledging to everyone in the audience that he would support the original budget.

“I support the Great Lakes,’ Trump said. “Always have. They are beautiful. They are big, very deep. Record deepness, right? And I am going to get, in honor of my friends, full funding of $300 million for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which you have been trying to get for over 30 years. So, we will get it done.”

If Trump has had a change of heart towards the program, it would be of the utmost importance to keep that promise, as the Great Lakes are in more and more danger every year from manmade pollution.

The Great Lakes are the lifeblood of the Michigan economy. According to Sea Grant Michigan, an estimated 23 percent of Michigan’s payroll to workers is associated in some part with the lakes.

Beyond the barriers of our own state, the lakes are of huge importance to the surrounding area.

According to a report and infographic from Business Insider done by Jeff Disjardins, the Great Lakes region (Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Indiana, Pennsylvania, New York, and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec) accounts for half of all US-Canadian bilateral border trade, and ships over 200 million tons of cargo across the lakes every year.

From that same infographic, if the Great Lakes region were separated into their own economy, they would be the third largest in the world, only behind China and the United States itself, with a GDP of $6 trillion.

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Delta gives Earth Day a head start Michael Piwowarski • News Editor @DCMichaelFP

Photo courtesy of the Saginaw Watershed Initiative Network

Members of the Saginaw Watershed Initiative Network release lake sturgeon fish into the Tittabawasse river to restore their native environment.

The Great Lakes are also ecological powerhouses, especially when it comes to the world’s supply of freshwater. Only one percent of the world’s freshwater is surface level, the rest is made of up glaciers (69 percent) and groundwater reservoirs (30 percent). Of that one percent, the lakes provide 84 percent of North America’s surface fresh water, and 21 percent of the world’s surface fresh water. This alone speaks to their importance for the vitality of the planet, especially as human activity threatens freshwater through pollution.

Overall, it is integral to keep the lakes clean, not just for us, but for the generations to come afterwards. Whatever happens will determine a large part of the world's freshwater future.

Although Earth Day isn’t officially until April 22 this year, Delta College is going to celebrate it early with a wide variety of on-campus events.

Thursday, April 11 will have lots in store for students who are interested in protecting their planet, or in this case, “Protecting Our Species,” which is this year’s Earth Day topic.

Three keynote speakers will be in Room N 007 near the Red Brix Cafe: Janet Malusi, certified beekeeper and honey products producer, on “Honeybees and the Human Diet,” from 11 a.m. to noon Art Martin, aquatic ecologist from Saginaw Valley State University, on “Crayfish, Coral Reefs and Our Ecosystem,” from noon to 1 p.m.

Joe Rogers from the Wildlife Recovery Association on “Up Close with Birds of Prey,” from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

In addition, there will be several vendors in the west main hallway with interactive displays, and a series of Earth Day short videos as well as karaoke in the west lower commons, all running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“The Bee Movie” will also be shown in the west lower commons, starting at noon.

For more information, contact Kristopher Nitz, assistant professor in biology, at kristophernitz@delta.edu.

Game Guy: The Epic Store doesn’t live up to its name Colton Carrier • Reporter

Aiming to compete with services like Steam, GOG.com, Origin and Uplay, Epic Games is running headlong into the digital gaming marketplace. Some initially saw this as a good move. However, Epic’s storefront has revealed itself as yet another broken system that fails to serve gamers, falling for the same flawed practices that plague other platforms. While the Epic Store is far from the only questionable gaming service, it has faced opposition from every angle, from casual consumers to life-long developers of triple-A titles.

But is all of this backlash well deserved?

Epic branching off into its own storefront is certainly understandable.

With one of the biggest releases of the past several years acting as a stepping stone, Epic Games has leapt into the forefront of gaming in general. It makes sense that Epic wants all in on that market, and the

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money that comes with it. Grabbing hold of some high-profile titles like Metro: Exodus and Borderlands 3 certainly sweetens the deal. But there are noticeable security issues, such as accounts being hacked easily, horrible customer assistance and the issue of Epic’s dealings with Tencent, a company that shares user data with the Chinese government. These problems are too glaring to let slide.

Some of these issues aren’t completely unique to Epic. While Tencent owns a large share in Epic Games, they also own shares in Activision Blizzard and Ubisoft, alongside wholesale owning Riot Games, the developers of League of Legends. No one likes having their data shared, but seeing this as a problem with Epic Games individually, rather than the whole gaming industry, seems a little short sighted. Many also argue that Epic’s acquisition of exclusivity contracts is anticonsumerist, but that isn’t going to kill the game industry. Console gamers have dealt with it for decades now, with certain games only being sold at certain stores. It might not be the most convenient thing, but it’s the least of Epic’s problems.

The service’s overall low quality, poor customer service, missing features and bad treatment of developers, all deserve special attention. Various exploits in Fortnite allowed users to break into other players’ accounts, functionally locking

them out. A lackluster customer service board set entirely around automated responses and zero human involvement means that most users are going to be locked out at some point, losing access to their libraries. Epic’s regional pricing and demanding an extra cut of the profits doesn’t help their reputation among fans.

Personally, I don’t see the Epic Store as a big step forward, as far as digital marketplaces go. It’s another damaged system with its own unique flaws and problems. While I wouldn’t call anything about it extraordinary, for better or for worse, I can’t see how Epic aims to compete with Steam or GOG.com long term. If they don’t want to crash and burn, they should completely reform their system from top to bottom, targeting issues with the software, shady business choices and narrow-minded decisions.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

April 18

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CMU Alumni at The King and I 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ▶ Midland Center for the Arts Tickets available at cmich.edu

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April 11

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Spring Play Performance: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ▶ Main campus (Lecture Theater - Room G160)

April 12

Fri.

Statewide Astronomy Night

7 p.m. to 11 p.m. ▶ Bay City State Park, 3582 State Park Drive

April 13

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Family Fun Fair

12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ▶ Delta College Planetarium

April 19

Fri.

Splish Splash Egg Dash at the pool

2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ▶ Main campus (Fitness and Recreation Center)

Tue.

Fast Track to Ferris at Delta College 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ▶ main campus (courtyard)

ROBIN HOOD Written by: Mary Lynn Dobson

April 19 - 20 Fri. - Sat. Welcome Spring Open House 2019 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ▶ Downtown Bay City

List of participating businesses @ downtownbaycity.com

April 21

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Easter Buffet

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ▶ Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge Make reservations at bavarianinn.com/dine/holiday-dining

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April 23

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Graduate Student Awards

4 p.m. to 6 p.m. ▶ Main campus (Lecture Theater - Room G160)

General Admission $5 Lecture Theater G160 Thursday April 11th 10am Friday April 12th10am and 7pm Saturday April 13th 2pm Contact Dr. Beth Heyart at (989) 686-9248 Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois

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