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Students enjoy the sunny weather Thursday beneath the fall foliage on campus. As winter approaches, students have begun to bundle up and, according to Weather.com, students can expect night temperatures in the mid-40s this week.

Midterm update:

Drivers still adjusting to permit system

by Shelby Schwartz and Yuca Kosugi The Advocate

The new MHCC parking permit system has been in effect for just over a month and Gale Blessing, director of safety and security, said a major problem thus far is that many drivers are failing to properly display their permit.

“The failure to display a permit is a common practice at two- and four-year colleges,” Blessing said. “If for some reason they do not have their permit with them, their other option is to buy a day permit at one of our pay stations.

“We saw a big rush on getting permits during the first few weeks but now the number of purchases has significantly declined,” Blessing said.

“However we are seeing a steady number of day permits purchased each day that hasn’t increased or decreased,” Blessing said.

“Some students have chosen to buy day permits.”

Blessing said.

She said the college is selling close to one hundred day-permits a day. “There are a number of reasons, such as guests coming in, or students for whatever reason have not chosen to buy a term permit and bought a day permit,” she added.

Blessing said the parking enforcement staff is paid for by the proceeds from the parking permits and are providing extra security presence in the parking lots. Anything suspicious they see, they report to MHCC public safety officers so they can immediately respond. Parking enforcement staff, however, are not public safety officers themselves. “(There are) two part-time parking enforcement staff in addition to our public safety officers and our campus watch staff (volunteers and work study students).”

“They go through training and must be here a while; they don’t just automatically get to do that (give out tickets),” said Blessing.

The parking enforcement staff patrols by foot and by vehicle, said Blessing. The morning person starts in one area and the afternoon person goes in the opposite direction.

Tickets must be appealed within 14 calendar days if the student chooses that route. They may log into MyMHCC and appeal it online or by picking up a form in the office.

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Speakers highlight value of youth mentorship

by Broc Christensen The Advocate

A Multnomah County Commissioner called for action against youth gang membership and human trafficking during a youth mentor awareness luncheon Wednesday in the College Center.

Commissioner Diane McKeel explained to between 75 and 100 students and members of the community the importance of positive role models in the lives of children and teenagers in the community.

Carolyn Becic, executive director of Oregon Mentors, also spoke about what mentoring is and what it does to positively affect children in East Multnomah County.

Specific examples she discussed included group mentoring, peer mentoring, goal-based mentoring and skill-

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driven mentoring programs.

Becic said, “Mentoring relationships build on trust.

That’s really the foundation of what is a successful mentoring relationship.”

Asked what are the outcomes of quality mentoring programs, Becic said, “Kids in mentoring relationships are less likely to use drugs and alcohol, they’re less likely to drop out of high school, and they’re less likely to get involved with the juvenile justice system.”

There are about 54,000 youth across the state being mentored by about 25,000 volunteer mentors. About 74 percent of the volunteers are female and approximately 60 percent of the referrals to be mentored are male. While Becic said 54,000 seems like a high number, she also added that still only one out of four youths who need mentors volunteers are receiving help.

Up next was Rob Ingram, the director of the Office of Youth Violence Prevention, who has served under two Portland mayors, Tom Potter and Sam Adams. Ingram shared a personal experience from working with Potter in which the mayor moved his entire staff into a classroom at Jefferson High School for a week.

Ingram said he was proud of the work he and the mayor’s staff did that week at Jefferson. He, along with the mayor and a good percentage of the staff, spent a large portion of the week in the classrooms with students, finding out what they thought they needed help with, and then acting on those requests. After that week at Jefferson, 12 members of Potter’s staff started as volunteer mentors for North Portland youth.

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Giving back to those in need will give you a warm n’ fuzzy feeling In just a few weeks time, many of us will gather with loved ones to stuff our faces with turkey, gravy and the like, in honor of the yearly Thanksgiving Day feast.

And through the mouthfuls of juicy, white turkey breast and sweet, tarty cranberry sauce, we tend to forget just how fortunate we really are.

We don’t want to sound like a broken record and we’re sure we’ve all heard about the meaning of holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, but we would like to point out that you don’t have to go far to give a helping hand not only to needy strangers, but also to fellow students who may be close friends.

Barney’s Pantry, an Associated Student Government food and clothing charity program located in the College Center, is one way students can give back to their community and do something good in these increasingly bleak economic times.

Other clubs and groups should also follow suit with Barney’s Pantry and should band together to help bridge the gap between available community resources and the needs of financially constrained people. If they were to do so, the weight on the shoulders of Barney’s Pantry, which is already great with need still on the rise, we can lessen the load and give more options to the unfortunate so they too can celebrate the holidays properly clothed and fed.

Another point to consider is that as more people and groups band together, you create more opportunities for people to donate, because many times people are many willing but aren’t sure where to go to donate or volunteer to help the community, which leads into the next topic.

If you are willing to extend a helping hand to the needy, there is a fourpoint action plan that should be followed.

First, get organized. If you’re making your own group, choose how and who to contribute to.

Second, if creating a group, make a plan of where to gather supplies and how to distribute them. It’s one thing to create a charity program, but another to raise the funds and resources to make it effective.

Third, make sure everything is in order with your group. Establish regular meeting times and places to discuss the issues of charity work.

Lastly, inspire others to do the same, whether it is to simply donate or create their own groups. Share your experiences and encourage others to pitch in.

Again, if you’re looking to contribute to an already existing group, check out the “Something Wonderful” program here on campus, and sponsor a family and buy Christmas presents for families that don’t have the money to do so themselves. As mentioned earlier, Barney’s Pantry is another great program on campus where you can donate food and clothing.

Following negative feedback, how long can Occupy Portland last?

In the same article it is stated “The city tightened the pincers Wednesday (Nov.9) to end the takeover of Chapman and Lownsdale squares. The city’s top elected officials and the business comNow unless you’ve been living under munity said they are ready for the occupation to end, and the a rock you’ve heard about the occupy police bureau is drafting an “immediate action plan” to remove movement by now, it has swept the globe Occupy Portland if Mayor Sam Adams gives the word.” in a whirlwind and left many with mixed It seems to many on the outside of this movement that at this opinions and emotions about the cause of point Occupy Portland has no clear goal in mind and if they do, it and the aftermaths that it has had. it has not been made apparent to the public, Despite the varying I am one of the 99%, I’m not speaking opinions people have towards the movement, most people are befor everyone but most people attending coming irritated with what is now going on.

MHCC are most likely in this boat as well.

Local news has recently reported that several occupiers have I pay taxes and have school loans that I do been suspected of crimes such as breaking into SW Portland businot want to pay but I am not crazy enough nesses, and even letting off gasoline bombs such as the Molotov to pitch a tent in a park and live like a cave man. cocktail incident at the Portland World Trade Center. And an inThe Portland movement started on Oct. 6 and it’s been a little creasing number of protesters have been arrested during weekover a month since hundreds started living in downtown Portend marches. land in a sort of homless-esk camp in Lownsdale and Chapman The Occupy movement started as a way to show that we exSquares. Currently the movement has no clear goal and it has pect and deserve change but one can’t help but think that maybe been causing several issues lately. the original plan of action has been abandoned in the midst of The occupiers in other words are becoming obnoxious, they these participants wanting only to vocalize their opinions and said from the beginning this was a peaceful movement, but in frustrations with the nation. the past few weeks they have been becoming rowdy and restless.

I believe that once the negativity leaves the movement that it Now I’m not sure if it’s just because they are bored from sitting on will be a productive and for the most part respected movement. their asses all day accepting free food and handouts but at least Photo by Shelby Schwartz/ The Advocate And with possible plans to shut the movement down, this may they get to stretch their legs during their weekly marches. motivate people to shape up and bring the original plan to the This point is well-said in a Nov.9 Oregonian article “Portland’s patience has run out movement. with the camp, which has shifted from political statement to an open-air, acute facility In any protest there will be disagreements and problems among those who oppose for many homeless, mentally ill or drug-addicted men and women who have flocked the movement and those who are actively engaged in it. I hope that the movement does to the squares for the free food, shelter and community. Crime has gone up around the not get completely shut down. But I do think the negative people involved, includarea, and overtime for the police bureau hit $316,000 Wednesday.” ing those who have been arrested and have vandalized public and private property, The movement is becoming hostile and so are those who have opposed it from the should seriously rethink their actions; their actions affect everyone involved. Maybe beginning. if the mayor and the rest of the city can see that a positive attitude has returned to the If I were Sam Adams I would have put a stop to this ridiculous ruckus weeks ago, movement they will not feel as if this is something to be frowned upon.

I understand that this is an important cause and they are trying to achieve a better naAnd with the possibility of the movement being nixed in the very near future, those tion but they have accomplished nothing so far. And, I’m sure the costs to clean up after near and dear to this movement should think about separating themselves from those the occupiers and the damages they are causing to Portland parks, not to mention the in it for the free loot and excuses for vandalism. costs for extra security at the marches and to keep the occupiers in line, has amounted So if you’re an occupier or if you are acquainted with one, pass the message on to to quite an incredible cost. I just wonder how long the city will let this go on before they them that this started peaceful and it should stay peaceful otherwise it isn’t really in put their foot down and tell these people to go home and get a life. solidarity as it is advertised.

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On page three, there is a stand alone photograph titled “Engineering students In the Nov. 4 issue of The Advocate, the email address for Tom McCormack of the race in self-made cars,” in the caption it is reported that Sasha La Greide won first Alpine Racing Club was incorrectly reported. The correct address is thomas.mccor- place in her vehicle “Ferrari”, the “Ferrari actually won second place while the vehicle entitled “Yellow Jacket” won first place. mack@mhcc.edu. The Advocate regrets this mistake.

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Member at-large Maggie Nelson

New board member credits Mt. Hood for her success

by Jeff Hannig The Advocate

Maggie Nelson has gone from taking classes at MHCC in the 1980s to being on district board in 2011.

Nelson was a housewife and a mother of two when she decided to go back to school and get her degree in teaching. Her love for learning was rekindled here as she worked toward her goal of transferring to a four-year college. She credits her success to MHCC’s teachers and counselors.

“I worked closely with counselors at MHCC, who did a wonderful job in making my transition to a four-year university a smooth one,” said Nelson.

Nelson said she stayed an extra year taking math classes because she enjoyed them so much. When she transferred to PSU, her advisers wanted her to pursue teaching mathematics because of her thorough knowledge in the subject.

However, her heart was set on teaching elementary school.

After receiving her degree in education, Nelson was a teacher at St. Therese Elementary. She spent her time teaching third and fourth grade where she loved teaching social studies and focusing on Portland’s rich history.

Her classes were always busy with projects building the bridges that characterize Portland, or taking field trips to downtown where the students were given the opportunity to talk with the mayor.

Nov. 18 issue of The Advocate will feature the third of a three-part series on the newest board members.

Next week’s profile: Bob Coen

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continued from page 1 The citation review committee regularly meets on the first Wednesday of the month from noon-1 p.m. According to Blessing, because of the large number of citations, the committee is meeting weekly on Wednesdays from 11 a.m.1 p.m. for the month of November only. “(This is) to make sure we catch up. We hope we can move back to meeting once a month. We hope students are obtaining permits.” Blessing said.

Public Safety will start selling permits for winter term on Nov. 22, said Blessing, which is the first day returning students can register for classes.

On Dec. 5 from 9-10:50 a.m. and 6-9 p.m., ESL and ENL students can find assistance and translations in purchasing permits.

There will be an extended period of time to purchase permits, as they will go on sale in mid-November, as well as a grace period, which probably will not end until the

Nelson would also take her classes to the MHCC’s planetarium. She and other St. Therese teachers would fill the auditorium where their classes were mesmerized by the show’s spectacular views and listen to Doug McCarty’s lectures. Nelson was happy to be bringing in revenues for the school she had loved going to so much.

Nelson retired as a teacher in 2010, but felt she had more to give to the community. She decided to run for MHCC board earlier this year.

Her motivation to run for the board came from the experience she had at MHCC and the connections she had made as a teacher and active member of the community.

“I’m interested to know if students are having as wonderful an experience as I did,” said Nelson.

Nelson prepared herself for working on the board by paying close attention to the contract negotiations last year, reading every piece of news she could get her hands on and asking a lot of questions.

First and foremost, Nelson has said she would like to familiarize herself with the various groups on campus and understand the concerns and communicate them to the board for discussion.

She also expressed her interest in becoming involved in the Oregon Community College Association, as well as the Association of Community College Trustees. Both asPhoto by Riley Hinds/The Advocate sociations will help MHCC stay in tune with trends and innovations in education at the community college level.

Nelson said she is looking forward to serving on the board and feels like any job, that it’ll take time to find her comfort zone.

In her free time Nelson enjoys reading, making jewelry, gardening, ballet and playing Sudoku. She’d like to recommend two biographies she just read: “Falling Leaves: The memoir of an Unwanted Chinese Daughter,” written by Adeline Yen Mah; and “Same kind of Difference as Me: A Modern-Day Slave, an International Art Dealer and the Unlikely Woman Who Bound Them Together,” written by Denver Moore and Lynn Vincent.

third week in January, said Blessing.

“There is essentially two months to obtain a permit.”

Blessing said.

“We expect fewer students to purchase (permits in winter term) because many purchased annual permits in September,” Blessing said.

There are two ticket kiosks, one located between lots D and E and one near the HPE building. “(We) planned to add several more (pay machines) but that was not cost effective at the beginning of the program,” said Blessing. The pay machines cost a lot of money for the electrical work and it would not generate revenue, she said.

Blessing said staff does not have to pay for parking permits because “it is in their collective bargaining agreements, their union contract. It specifies that they get free parking.”

“We distributed about 6,000 permits, including employees, under the collective bargaining agreements,” Blessing said.

Parking permits are only applicable at the Gresham campus, not the Maywood Campus or the Bruning Center.

Coming up: This week’s events MHCC math club holds demonstrations using unusual materials “Pure Chaos” will be the topic presented Tuesday by the Dead Mathematicians’ Society at 3:15 p.m. in room AC2606.

Math instructor Nick Chura’s presentation, as a part of the Infinite Enrichment Series, will show the reasoning behind certain processes that seem random.

The point of the Infinite Enrichment Series is to give a broader perspective of math, said math instructor and series director Jon Spindor, and it is not meant to help students with their math homework.

The society tries to hold a number of presentations throughout each term, usually on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Another session by math instructor Kari Rothi will focus on how a single tree in the woods can burn without affecting its neighbors. This session will be 3:15 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 29, in room AC2606.

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Historical forum to discuss Occupy Portland and local protests A forum focused on the history of protest in Portland since the 1800s will be held Thursday in Room AC1575 from 12:30-1:30 p.m.

History instructor Pat Casey said the focus will be the Occupy Portland movement and how it relates to protests held in Portland in the past.

He said MHCC counselor Dawn Forrester will discuss her experience as a protestor of the 2003 Iraq war.

History instructor Elizabeth Milliken will share her experiences protesting the 2003 Iraq war.

A member of Occupy Portland, Joel Williams, will also be at the meeting to share his involvement in this movement.

After each speaker, there will be time for questions from the audience.

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continued from page 1 Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge Nan Maller then took the podium to share her experience with the juveniles she’s dealt with for more than 20 years as a judge.

“Everybody needs somebody. Each of us has the ability to be that somebody,” Maller said about the need for volunteer mentors.

Chief Deputy District Attorney Rod Underhill and Amanda Swanson, a victim’s advocate with SARC, spoke about problems with young women and girls, some as young as 8 years old, being victims of human trafficking.

Underhill explained how Portland is part of a large human trafficking circuit, along with other West Coast cities such as Seattle, Tacoma and Las Vegas.

He also spoke of the critical role of providing stability for victims of human trafficking, who he said may not have to testify for three to five months after the indictment is handed out.

Swanson expanded on the idea of stability for victims by talking about a home being opened

by Janus Youth at the end of this month that will have seven beds and allow for a stable, safe environment for victims between ages 14 to 17 who are in transition.

Underhill and Swanson invited attendees to ask questions, where again the main point was the need for volunteer mentors in the community and that the need is not limited to a certain demographic. Youth of all ages, genders, races and income levels need positive role models, according to Swanson; she said it’s all across the board.

Persons who would like to get involved as a volunteer in the community may contact Big Brother Big Sisters Columbia Northwest at 503249-4859 or at www.bbbsnorthwest.org, SARC (Sexual Assault Resource Center) at (503) 6269011 or at www.sarcoregon.org, SMART (Start Making a Reader Today) at (971) 634-1634 or at www.getSMARToregon.org, Family of Friends at (503) 813-7724 or at www.family-of-friends. org, I Have a Dream foundation–Oregon at (503) 287-7203 or at www.ihaveadreamoregon.org

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On Campus Review

Ichabod Crane, right (portrayed by Drew Pierce) is bullied by Brom Bones (Evan Wollam) and his posse during the dress rehearsal of “Sleepy Hollow” Nov. 5.

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Children Theater scare-comedy may make you laugh your head off

by Kylie Rogers The Advocate

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he MHCC theater program is stretching that creepy Halloween feeling into November with the Children’s Theater production of kid-friendly “Sleepy Hollow.”

The stage presented the mood of the play well. As soon as the house lights went out and the stage lights came on, there were immediate “oohs” and “ahhs” and cheers from the elementary school audience Wednesday morning.

The lighting helped make each scene pop with the addition of the ghoulish purple and blue lighting that accompanied the eerie woodslike scenery with accompanying draping foliage.

“Sleepy Hollow” is directed toward children, but is suitable for all. The child-like quality is apparent by the clear over-acting of the actors. It wasn’t obnoxious, but was reminiscent of Disney movies where the characters’ personalities are clearly presented multiple times throughout the storyline and with the character themselves.

The story is a bit different from the “Sleepy Hollow” movie starring Johnny Depp. It’s not at all gory and the Headless Horseman is more of a ghost story than an illusive murderer. This is a children’s play, after all.

Ichabod Crane comes to town as the new schoolmaster and makes friends with the desirable Katrina, who town-bully Brom Bones has had a fancy for. Bones bullies Crane while Katrina plays up to both of them.

The plot is handed to you by amusing storytellers who use physical comedy along with the actors. The storytellers do a bit of multitasking as well to portray scene extras, which requires some minor costume adjustments.

I like the costumes a lot. They were fitting to the era of the story, conveying a colonial feel with the pilgrim attire of Ichabod and the corseted dresses and skirts of the women. I laughed when the storytellers made reference to the fact that seeing Katrina’s ankles was provocative relative to the conservative dress of the time.

The audience participation in the play was exciting. It was amusing to see how excited the kids got to have an interactive experience with the story, be-

tween naming the dessert to get Gunpowder (Ichabod’s ride to the dance) to getting up off the floor and sending the Headless Horseman after Ichabod.

The Headless Horseman makes an exciting entrance that breaks the fourth wall. The cloaked figure carrying a lighted pumpkin head was enough to make one of the children scream in horror and burst into tears, shouting at him to stay away among the screams and gasps of the full crowd.

The play is family friendly. The childish humor, including the always-funny fart joke, gave everyone a good laugh. Children were given the warning at the beginning of the play that it may be considered scary as well as letting everyone know what appropriate play behavior was.

Performances of the play are continuing today, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 a.m. by reservation and a general public performance will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $2 each and can be purchased at the Theater Box Office.

For more information on the play and reservations, contact the box office at (503) 491-7154.

Off Campus Review

Comedian to release fourth studio rap album

by Mike Mata The Advocate

Hailing from NYC, rapping under an assumed pseudonym from a Wu-Tang Clan name generator, Childish Gambino releases his next album, “Camp”, on Nov. 15.

Gambino, also known by his Christian name as Donald Glover—no relation to actor Danny Glover, despite rumors to the contrary— will release “Camp”, his fourth album. Although it is his first on Glassnote Records, better known as the label for indie/alternative heavy hitters Phoenix, Mumford & Sons and Secondhand Serenade.

The fact that Gambino isn’t your everyday rapper shouldn’t be a surprise looking at Glover’s background: NYU graduate, comes from a suburbia family, writes for The Daily Show and 30 Rock, is a supporting actor on the NBC comedy, “Community,” alongside Joel McHale and co-created the Derrick Comedy group. All of this is reflected in his lyrics and rhymes, freshly quirky and self-deprecating.

“Camp” is another quirk from Gambino, the term be-

ing used heavily in homosexual culture. “Camp” is an ironic name for his rap album, considering how in many of his songs, Gambino says how many people have called him gay when he was growing up, though a cursory listen to his songs will reveal his healthy appreciation of the female anatomy.

Gambino’s work is a pleasure to listen to, for the hardcore hiphop fans to the artsy, indie crowd. His style flits from a younger, less arrogant Kanye West to the arty Kid Cudi to the more soulful Ne-Yo. His lyrics might bring to mind The Fresh Prince, albeit a comedic and filthier minded and mouthed Fresh Prince.

The album is new. It’s fresh for the “G”-weary hip-hop fans who want to hear a rapper who has fun with his rhymes, who can shamelessly reference liking the Rugrats while still rapping about his d**k. Gambino is not afraid to use explicit language, particularly the fateful N-word, so if it doth offend, take note.

Gambino also won’t revisit the same themes ad nauseum. But while hearing about the same theme in the album, one will not hear it delivered in the same way twice.

However, get past the language and theme repetition, if it’s bothersome to you, and hear some riotously refreshing rap.

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Christian group to bring crunk sound to Hawthorne Theatre

by John Tkebuchava The Advocate

Dance ‘til you die.

That would be the most accurate way to describe the Atlanta band Family Force 5 (not to mention being one of their album titles).

The band will soon be heading to Portland to perform at 7 p.m. Thursday at Hawthorne Theatre, a place where guitarist Derek Mount said he and the band love to perform.

“Portland is one of our favorite cities,” said Mount. “There’s something about Portland and Portlanders that’s really cool.”

Fusing elements from electronic, dance, and post-hardcore genres, Family Force 5, often shortened to FF5, is a Christian “crunk” rock band from Atlanta, Family Force 5 will define the crunk rock sound at the Hawthorne Theater Nov. 17.

Ga. Given their unique musical different sounds, Mount said, “All five of us write. Everystyle, it’s no surprise that the band is famous for over- body has different tastes. It certainly plays a big factor,” the-top and eccentric live performances where they often he said. don wacky costumes.

“We draw inspiration from visual imagery as well.”

The band was created by the three brothers in the They like to look at different kinds of art, getting inspiraband — Solomon, Jacob, and Josh Olds — who originally tion from that, as well as cartoons, he said. played in a boy band called “The Brothers” before the As far as lyrical inspiration, Mount said, “Relationcreation of FF5. ships are a huge source of inspiration for our lyrics,” exMount said, “They decided to change up the sound plaining that by being on the road non-stop, you don’t and met with the (current keyboardist).” get to spend nearly enough time with your loved ones.

Asked how the band writes its music with so many The band also actively participates in the creation of

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their music videos.

Mount said they have been meeting recently to discuss what they want in music videos they will be releasing.

The band just released a new album, “III”, in October.

Comparing the new album to earlier efforts, Mount said, “It sounds like Family Force 5,” but he said there are some new sounds in the mix. “There are more serious songs, and there are still the tonguein-cheek songs.”

Although the new album has just recently hit the shelves, it hasn’t stopped the creative juices from flowing, and Mount said they are already writing new music while on the road.

This winter, the band will be performing their third annual “Christmas Pageant” concert and will play numerous songs from the Photo by Angela Morris Christmas album they released several years back.

Mount said one of the most rewarding things he and the band get from creating their music is changing people’s lives. He said they have seen numerous examples of when fans were going through tough times and have looked to the group’s fun and party-like music as a form of encouragement.

“Our music delivered them from that,” said Mount.

“That means a whole lot more to me than a chart number.

“We love to create and share something with people, going on stage and watching everyone go nuts,” he said.

The Student Activities Board will host a Wild Westthemed casino night Wednesday from 4-8p.m. in the College Center.

Activities at the event include a poker chip-cookie decorating table. There will be a total of eight poker tables, five Texas hold ’em tables and one table each of roulette, blackjack and craps.

“No real money (will be) involved,” said Brie Cave, receptions coordinator for SAB. “You play with chips like you would at a casino and at the end of the night there will be two top players who will receive a good-as-gold giveaway.”

The winners will be “whoever has collected the most chips at the end of the night, or whenever they finish playing,” Cave said.

“The inspiration is that I love Wild West-themed anything, so I wanted to incorporate it into one of my events,” Cave said. “I wanted to incorporate the origin of casinos, and that would be the Wild West.”

There will also be a chance to take old Western group photos; there will be a stage with props. “You walk in and dress up,” said Cave. “There will be a back drop so it’s looking like you’re in the west,” Cave said.

Free food and refreshments will be provided, barbeque style, and there will be burgers, hotdogs, Southwestern pasta salad, Cajun trail mix, juice and water.

Cave aid SAB has had a casino night in the past, with a great turnout, and was great for all ages.

“I can only have high hopes, so I’m expecting at least 75 people,” Cave said.

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Over the Rhine Ohio-based husband and wife musical duo make way to Portland

by David Gambill The Advocate

When the Aladdin Theater welcomes the Cincinnati, Ohio, husband-and-wife duo Over the Rhine Thursday, the audience should be prepared for a mix of soulful folk and Americana.

Linford Detweiler and his skillful piano and guitar melodies will accompany the powerfully elegant vocals of his wife Karin Bergquist.

The musicians met while they were attending what is now Malone University, a liberal arts school in Canton, Ohio. After graduating, separating ways and then regrouping and forming Over the Rhine in their early twenties, the couple eventually decided to get married.

“That musical chemistry evolved into a really deep connection and we became friends and then became romantically involved. We decided to make it official and get married and it’s been about 15 years now that we’ve been married,” Detweiler said.

Being married does bring joy and challenges to the life of a band on the road. “The great thing about touring with your wife is you get to travel together and embark on an adventure together. The really hard thing about touring with your wife is you get to travel together,” he said.

Detweiler said one of the more difficult things most touring musicians face is leaving their families at home.

“It’s a real blessing for Karin and I to be able to do that —tour together. On the other hand, our friends tell us, ‘Wow, if I was with my spouse as much as you two are together we’d kill each other within a week,’ ” he said.

To accommodate the challenges of working with his spouse, Detweiler said the couple tries to find ways to give each other their own space. “We see our music and our marriage as two separate gardens. Each one requires some care and creativity and we try to take care of both,” he said.

Detweiler said his love of music goes back to when he was a child playing piano in the third grade. When his dad figured out he was interested in music, he “opened up the newspaper and circled a bunch of ads. We drove around together and he let me pick out my first upright piano, which we brought home. It was the one I thought sounded the way it should sound. I have no idea as a third-grader what I would have been listening for, but I knew it when I found it,” he said.

Detweiler said he feels music from the piano is closest to who he is when it comes to music and songs, but he came to the guitar when he found an interest in songwriting.

Influenced by Bob Dylan and Neil Young, Detweiler made the connection that these songwriters played guitar.

“I found it was a wonderful songwriting tool because I had to simplify everything that I was doing musically because I only knew a few chords on the guitar. I found that to be very helpful to my writing,” he said.

Because of his background with both instruments, Detweiler said that when he

Photo contributed by Over the Rhine

writes with the piano, his music tends to be more gospel influenced; when he writes with the guitar his songs tend to be more of a folk style.

When they aren’t on the road, Detweiler enjoys spending time on his Ohio farm.

“On a Sunday morning I love to sit quietly with a cup of coffee on my porch, maybe have a little Louis Armstrong playing in the house and just kind of look out over the fields. I find that very special.”

Over the Rhine owns their own record label, Grey Speckled Dog Record, which was named after their Great Dane, Elroy, who passed about a year ago.

Over the Rhine’s most recent album, “The Long Surrender,” was produced by Grammy winning producer Joe Henry, who has also worked with Ani DiFranco, Elvis Costello and Aimee Mann, to name a few. This CD was recorded in Henry’s basement and features the vocals of three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams on the song “Undamned.”

“She came into the studio, which was in Joe Henry’s house, and it was just after dinner and we had just had a meal. Lucinda and her husband Tom (Overby) arrived and we sort of went downstairs and turned on the microphones and let that time unfold.

It was very moving to hear Lucinda and Karin sing together and we’re huge fans of Lucinda’s songwriting, so it was a great moment. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room,” Detweiler said.

Detweiler also enjoys writing poetry. He said some of his writings don’t connect to music and there is a stack of poems sitting on the edge of his desk that he would love to get out someday but is a little shy about. “Music gives me a safe place to be a writer and when the music goes away I can get a little self conscious,” he said.

A few of his poems are published on the bands website, www.overtherhine.com.

A minimalist duo from Madison, Wisc., The Milk Carton Kids, will open the show.

Tickets for the 21-and-over show are available at www.portmerch.com for $22 (plus service charge). Doors open at 7 p.m.

Nov. 15

MHCC’s Dead Mathematician’s Society will attempt to make math fun during “Pure Chaos,” the second of three in their “Infinite Enrichment Series.” The free event will be held in room 2606 from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m.

Nov. 16 Your weekly reason to stand up and hit the streets

Heavy metal and instrumental (without vocals) musicians Brian Harrison and The Last Draw will be playing the McMenamins Edgefiled Winery. The 21-and-over show is free and starts at 7 p.m.

Nov. 17

MHCC history instructors Pat Casey and Elizabeth Milliken host “Protesting in Portland,” a historian roundtable focusing on the history of protests in the city of Portland, Or. The free event will be held in room 1575 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Nov. 18 See how olive oil is made and taste free samples at the “Olio Nuovo Festa,” at Red Ridge Farm, 5510 NE Breyman Orchards Road, Dayton. The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. For more info visit www. redridgefarms.com.

Nov. 19

The matinee and final showing of MHCC”s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” starts at 2 p.m. in the College Theater.

Tickets are $2 and may be purchased at the door before the performance or in the theater lobby Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to noon.

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Saints volleyball sweeps Storm and prepares for NWAACCs the Linn-Benton Roadrunners for the number a clean slate for each team. Regular season records will one position in the Southern Region with a count for nothing. “It’s a fresh start for every team. You 9-1 record. But the win over the Storm, who don’t go into the tournament and expect to beat any team are out of playoff position in the number four in three games,” said head coach Chelsie Speer. seat in the South with a 3-7 record, didn’t come For the Saints, who began the season on shaky ground without an all-out effort by the Saints in game due to injuries, position changes and a lack of communicathree. tion on the floor, heading into the NWAACC tournament The Saints, who dominated games one as the number one seed position is an accomplishment in and two by effortlessly racking up leads by itself. as many as eight “We have all the skill to get it points, struggled “We let up and got comfort- done,” said Demi Belshe. “We know with errors in game now that communication is one able, and that can’t happen.” three, all but handhundred percent controllable. You ing free points to the may have an off night in a match, Storm. but communication we can control, Demi Belshe “We played we can’t get in our own heads.” down to our compeBelshe is one of the MHCC leaders middle blocker who during matches can be counted tition,” said sophomore middle blockon for her on-the-floor vocal encourer Demi Belshe, who agement of teammates. contributed six kills against the Cougars. “We Wednesday night’s game against the Cougars was let up and got comfortable, and that can’t hap- sophomore night, giving the second-year players one last pen.” opportunity to reflect on the season and the time they’ve Still, the Saints got it done with large con- spent at Hood. tributions from sophomores Devan Belshe “We’ve become a big family, I’ve made friends for the who slammed down 12 kills, and Rylie Engle- rest of my life. This is an amazing program, so no matter son, who had nine kills against the Cougars. what happens, I’ve become a stronger person because of The win, which followed the previous it,” Belshe said. week’s victory over region rival the Clackamas The NWAACC tournament will take place at the Cougars Nov. 4, (25-13,25-19,25-16), helped the MHCC gymnasium Nov. 17-20, with a 9 a.m. start time Saints solidify themselves as a favorite to take day one. More details can be found on NWAACC website.

Photo by Riley Hinds/The Advocate the NWAACC Championship title this season.

That championship has slipped out of reach Sophomore Demi Belshe puts down a kill against the Chemeketa Storm at home Wednes- for the team in each of the past two years as NWAACC Tournament help needed day night. the Saints finished second each time.

It is a painful reminder that hangs over Mt. Hood Community College will be hosting the the heads of sophomores like Demi Belshe. “I NWAACC Volleyball Championships beginning Nov.

by Chanel Hill was one of those freshmen last year. Now I The Advocate 17 and the athletic department is looking for volunknow what the sophomores were feeling. To even think teers. The tournament runs all day and through the of falling just a hair short again, I can’t imagine,” she said. evening through Sunday, Nov. 20, and there are a vaIt was another one-two-three straight-game victory The NWAACC tournament, which will take place riety of times available for persons interested in helpfor the MHCC volleyball team Wednesday night over the in the MHCC gymnasium Nov. 17-20, will provide the ing out. Please contact Kim Hyatt, MHCC athletic diChemeketa Storm at home, making the Saints co-champi- Saints the comfort of playing on home court and the suprector, at kim.hyatt@mhcc.edu ons of the Southern Region. port of the community. Still, nothing is being taken for The victory (23-13, 25-19, 24-16) tied the Saints with granted, with the beginning of the tournament marking

Achievements Sophomore Demi Belshe was honored as an NWAACC AllAcedemic member last week. Belshe, along with 29 other volleyball players, was recognized for her academic achievement. Each award winner must be of sophomore standing and hold at least a 3.25 G.P.A. Belshe is the only Mt. Hood athlete to receive the award and holds a 3.6 G.P.A.

Saints basketball teams prepare for season Chanel Hill The Advocate

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The Saints men’s basketball team played four scrimmage games Nov. 5 in Oregon City. The Saints, who welcome back third-year head coach Geoff Gibor, are off to a strong start in the preseason going 3-1 against tough region competition.

The Saints who were victorious against Big Bend Community College 28-27, Clark College 32-23 and Lane Community College 33-19, fell short to Blue Mountain Community College 16-35. Coach Gibor, who is pushing an up-tempo offensive game, says despite tough competition, his team is capable of doing well this season. “They are progressing pretty well, they are adjusting and buying into our program,” said Gibor “We have a lot of talent and experience on the floor,” Gibor added. The Saints will compete in the Red Devil Classic Tournament Nov. 25-27 in Longview, Wash.

In their first scrimmage on the season, the Saints women’s basketball team played Willamette University Nov. 4. The scrimmage, which served as more of a practice game for Hood, was a chance to test on court chemistry and communication. “They did pretty well for their first time out,” said first-year head coach Jocelyn McIntire.

“Battling against a four-year school is tough, but they handled themselves well,” said McIntire.

With another scrimmage against Portland Energy, Nov. 10 scheduled, the team will have an opportunity to work out any kinks necessary before they face Lower Columbia Nov. 12. “Our emphasis is definitely rebounding, we are a small team, so we’ve got to be able to block out,” said McIntire.

Cross country update In the city, for the city.

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The MHCC cross country team finished its season Saturday at the NWAACC championship meet, which was hosted by Everett Community College at the Legion Memorial Golf Course, in Everett, Wash.

Last year, the Spokane men’s team was the NWAACC champions and the MHCC men’s team placed tenth.

Clark Community College were the women’s champions, with MHCC placing fourth.

This issue of The Advocate was printed Thursday, before the race was held, but the paper was not distributed until Monday because of the Veterans Day holiday on Friday.

A full recap on the meet will be in the Nov. 18 issue of The Advocate. Results from NWAACCs will be posted on www.advocate-online.net later tonight.

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Contribute to help feed the needy on Thanksgiving The Associated Student Government, with many a helping hand, is doing its part to help the less fortunate by running Barney’s Pantry — and is sponsoring a Thanksgiving special this year by giving out dinner baskets to 40 students.

All students are eligible, and Aida Antonio, ASG director of community affairs, said she encourages students in financial hardship to sign up.

The signup sheet for the baskets is open and any student may ask to sign up in the ASG office.

Antonio said that ASG may consider providing more baskets if the demand is high. Included in the basket will be typical Thanksgiving meal dishes, such as turkey, pie, rolls, cranberry sauce, etc. The deadline to sign up is Tuesday, Nov. 15, and people can pick up their basket Nov. 21..

Donate coats and warm-weather clothing The Advocate is accepting clothing and toiletry donations on behalf of Highland United Church of Christ.

The Portland church is accepting donations of men’s and women’s coats, gloves, scarves, blankets, underwear, warm clothing and any toiletries to help prepare homeless and impoverished for winter weather.

They will distribute these items at a free Thanksgiv-

ing dinner Nov. 19 at 7600 N.E. Glisan St., Portland.

Those wanting transportation from the Gresham area can call the church at 503-287-9567 to check availability.

Donations can be dropped off at The Advocate office (Room AC1369) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Donations will be taken up through the last week before finals week (Dec. 9).

Something Wonderful helps you choose a family to offer a happy holiday Of the 67 families who applied for help through the Something Wonderful program on campus, only 31 families have been guaranteed help.

Rich Duval, program chairman, said 23 groups on campus have committed to help 31 families.

The deadline Duval gave for signing up as a sponsor is Nov. 21 but he said they will accept sponsors

after that date and he gave that as an preferred date to figure out how many applications he could accept.

He also said this year they’re aiming for between 40 and 50 families as their goal but most years they go well beyond that.

Duval said there’s a process the program must send the applications through to ensure the families are not

on other lists expecting help from another program.

Last year’s program helped 74 families and 18 departments and student groups adopted families.

Duval said the estimated value of donations to one family is $200 to $300.

For more information on how to become a sponsor, contact Duval at 503-491-6945 or at rich.duval@mhcc.edu.

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