THE CUBE
Issue 4 Volume 29 February 18, 2015
BC3 named #1 community college in the state By Megan Smouse Cube Contributor Butler County Community College was recently named the #1 community college in Pennsylvania by Schools.com. Schools.com is a leading online source for trends and higher education topics. BC3 was given this title after being scored on a five point scale using seven different data points. These points ranged from number of students enrolled, to graduation rate, to total cost of attendance. When speaking with BC3 faculty member Samantha Shields, she was honored to be teaching at the college. “For me, the best part about BC3 being named the #1 college in PA is that it reinforces the good work we have been doing,” Shields said. “And it will strengthen interest among potential students allowing us as a college to grow and share our knowledge with more of tomor-
By Madison Paganelli Editor-in-Chief
row’s workforce,” Multiple students had the same outlook as their professors. “BC3 is different from other colleges in general and it’s a tight knit community,” Linnae Vose, a student at BC3 for 3 years said. “The staff is so helpful whether it’s the secretaries, counselors, campus police, professors or custodians. There is a reason why it is a number one and to be a student here is so enjoyable. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn’t change a thing.” Nicci Depietro who is also a BC3 student said, “I enjoy going to BC3 because my professors are on a 1 on 1 basis with me and go out of their way to help students including myself on every aspect of schooling.”
Kenneth Snead II, BC3 student stands in front of the ‘BC3 named #1 Community College in Pennsylvania’ located on BC3 main campus. (submitted picture)
Students finally receive state grants
The state budget has been partially passed, resulting in eligible students finally receiving state grants. On Dec. 29, the budget was looked over and “line item vetoed”. One of the items passed was money towards schools. Eligible students have been waiting on their grant money to come through since as long ago as Feb. 2015. Finally receiving this money will hopefully help them catch up with payments and expenses. Becky Smith, assistant director of financial aid, oversees the distribution of state grants, along with many other things on Butler County Community College (BC3) campus. Although it was somewhat frustrating
over the past year, Smith, along with the Financial Aid office, sat down with students who were supposed to receive their state grants at that point in time. “It was frustrating because it wasn’t exactly clear what was going on,” Smith said. “We had to relay the information to the students and assist them to the best of our ability even though we didn’t have all of the details yet.” They have been key members in helping students deal with the frustrations that come along with not receiving their grants on time. Smith reads and interprets the regulations, establishes policies to get money to the students while still meeting criteria set by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). Now that the fall awards are out, the spring awards are being released at the end of February, and will hopefully begin to catch up.
Not only does the state budget affect students receiving their grants in a timely manner, but it also affects students in the KEYS program here at Butler County Community College (BC3), which lends assistance to low-income students. Karen Jack, KEYS program facilitator, is the person students go to when they need financial assistance through an avenue that differs from Financial Aid. “The federal money through Financial Aid is the largest amount of money, but my students sometimes don’t have money for books and other school expenses even after their tuition has been paid,” Jack said. The budget crisis has been having an affect on students outside of school as well. Amanda Wilson, pre-nursing major, is having difficulty getting back and forth to school.
“I applied for help in October for my car payments,” Wilson said. “The welfare office knew that it was coming for months before I even sent it in, but because of the unsigned budget, they’re running out of funds and are only approving ‘emergency cases’.” Other students, however, receive money through other programs. James Manning, for example, seemed to get along okay even though his grant money was on hold. “I was fortunate,” Manning said. “The state grant being delayed didn’t affect me very much because I was able to rely on my veterans benefits. If I didn’t have the veteran’s benefits, not receiving the state grant would have had a much bigger impact on me than it did.”
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February 18, 2015
EDITORIAL
No surprise that BC3 is #1 in the state Reasons why BC3 is the best community college
By The Cube Staff As we all know by the banner outside the Student Success Center, BC3 was recently and rightfully named the number one community college in the state by Schools.com There were a few different categories that this website looked at when rating community colleges, and all of those plus other things lead us to really feel like BC3 was awarded this title rightfully. The things that Schools.com rated each community college on included the following: 1. Percentage of students enrolled in distance education 2. Total cost of attendance 3. Student-to-faculty ratio 4. Average retention rate for full- and part-time students 5. Graduation rate 6. Number of transfer agreements per 1,000 stu dents with other institutions in Pennsylvania 7. Flexibility Reading these over makes it even clearer as to why BC3 was rated number one; not that any of us were questioning it. One of our favorite things that was looked at about BC3 is the student-to-faculty ratio. The average class size is 18 students to a teacher, which is a wonderful number when you’re a student looking for an opportunity for one-on-one time with your professor or the chance to have inclusive class discussions. The small class sizes also help the professors to better track their students’ progress and have a better understanding of how their classes are responding to their teaching methods. Not only this, but the cost of attendance is one of the top reasons as to why students attend BC3 and also one of the top reasons why it’s the ‘Smart Place to Start’ The average cost of attendance per semester at BC3 is $1,500 + $41 per credit for
Butler County residents, $3,000 + $41 for out of county residents and $4,500 + $41 per credit for international students according to the BC3 website. These costs are before financial aid, grants, scholarships and benefits. Because of these low costs, a majority of traditional students come to BC3 for their first two years before transferring to a 4-year school to save money and get their core classes done while living at home. Approximately 70 percent of the BC3 student body is on the transfer track and planning on continuing to get their bachelor’s degree at a 4-year college after leaving BC3.
Contact the Cube The Cube welcomes reader letters. The Cube reserves the right to edit letters. Writers should include your name and telephone number for verification purposes. Mail letters to: Letters to the Cube P.O. Box 1203 Butler, PA 16003. Letters can be e-mailed to cube.staff@bc3.edu.
Even though a large number of students just transfer out of BC3, a portion of them will graduate with an associate’s degree from BC3 before moving on, which is due in part to the articulation agreements. The articulation agreements make transferring much easier on students because a handful of 4-year schools have agreed to accept all credits taken by a student who graduates with their associate’s degree in a certain major. Even though BC3 meets all of the criteria Schools.com was looking for in a top community college, we believe that it holds so much more. BC3 is one of the best community
colleges because of its friendly and welcoming staff and faculty who just add to the benefit of having small class sizes. BC3 has opportunities for students to get involved on campus and participate in clubs that pertain to their interests such as: Guitar club, Social Work club, Student Government, LGBT club, and a multitude of others. There are a number of things that BC3 has to offer to its students, and Schools. com recognized that. The banner in front of Main Campus shows that those of us who are here made the right choice in choosing where to start our college careers.
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February 18, 2015
NEWS
BC3 students fight winter weather boredom By Roman Black Cube Contributor With winter upon students of Butler County Community College (BC3) they look to find indoor activates to keep them occupied during these cold winter months. With the harsh winters that Butler normally faces, problems such as general boredom present themselves, but there is never a reason to do nothing. Butler is a town that has many opportunities to explore. “I don’t like to do much in the winter; it’s cold out,” Kelsey Wetzel, BC3 student said. Wetzel does not just stay inside all winter though. She enjoys sled riding, snowball fights, swimming at the YMCA, and reading by the fire. This is just the start of things people can do in the winter. One possible solution to the boredom would be to go bowling. Butler is home to multiple bowling alleys, including Sherwood Lanes and Family Bowlaway. Family Bowlaway offers deals such as Quartermania and Family Night Out. Family Bowlaway is also a major contributor to the college and community. They offer programs such as Bowling for Scholars, which raises money for scholarships to fund raising acti-
vates for awareness of diseases. According to Patricia Pritchard, group sales and events coordinator of Family Bowlaway, they raised $7,700 during their Strike Out HD event, which is to help find a cure for Huntington’s disease. Along with bowling, students could also go to something more creative such as Brushes and Barstools. This is a business located in Butler that offers sessions where you paint with an instructor while enjoying your own adult beverages if you choose. “Brushes & Barstools is the creation of a local couple looking to inspire the community to unleash its inner creativity,” as stated on their website brushesandbarstools.com. If students are looking for something different, this could be an option that many might not have known about or considered. Another activity could be indoor mini golf, such as at Shot in the Dark. This is located inside the Pittsburgh Mills. They offer mini golf with a twist, being glow in the dark. There are also many resorts that offer things such as snowboarding or skiing, like Seven Springs or Hidden Valley. Winter does not mean the death of fun. There is always something to do if you are willing to try something new. Winter is the time to think outside of the box and get creative.
Date:
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Time:
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where:
Family Bowlaway Fun Center 540 Fairground Hill Butler, PA 16001 (724) 283- 8630
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$20.00 for adults $10.00 for children ages 6-12 (under 6 free) Includes two slices of pizza and unlimited pop
Teams:
You will be assigned to a team or form your own team of bowlers. Six bowlers to a team.
President Neupauer chats with Lawrence Crossing
Madison Paganelli Editor-in-Chief
President Neupauer visited the Lawrence Crossing campus at the end of last semester to give campus-related updates and chat with students. The ‘fireside chat’ was organized by Garrett Nogan, the center specialist at the Lawrence Crossing campus. Typically, Lawrence Crossing holds a “Pizza With the President” day, but Nogan felt that it would be nice to utilize a newly installed fireplace on campus. Coffee, pastries and hi-top tables added a cozy feeling to the space, and students enjoyed the opportunity to ask Neupauer questions such as: “In general, what would your best advice for students be?” “More specifically, what would your advice be to a student who is ‘undecided’ and unsure of college?” Around 80 students attended and after questions, everyone enjoyed a cornhole match where Neupauer cited ‘fatigue’ as the cause for his loss.
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ENTERTAINMENT
February 18, 2015
BC3 major sponsor for Butler Carved in Ice By Emilee Wessel Cube Contributor Butler County Community College is one of the main sponsors for a fun winter themed festival taking place in Diamond Park on Feb. 20. Butler Carved in Ice starts at 11 a.m. where people are invited to enjoy music, performances, hot beverages, ice wine tastings and ice skating. The main attraction of this event will be the beautiful works of art displayed in the form of ice blocks carved by DiMartino Ice Company. Dena Martinez, co-chairman for Butler Carved in Ice, says that BC3’s donation will be very beneficial and go towards many of the chari-
ties they support within the Butler community. In the past, every February the Rotary hosted a Sweetheart Dance. The money they raised from this event would go directly to the community health clinic. This year Martinez said they wanted to “switch things up.” “This is the first year we are trying Butler Carved in Ice,” Martinez said. “The idea to try out this new ice event actually came from some of our members and it will be nice to have a change after the past 10 years.” From noon until 3 p.m. attendants will have the opportunity to purchase tickets for $5 apiece, and sample local contestant’s recipes in the Chili Cook-Off. Anyone participating has a chance to vote for the best chili.
Around this same time Ana, Elsa and Olaf from the Disney movie “Frozen” will be making an appearance. “We can’t wait to see everybody at this event!” Martinez said. Lisa Campbell, director of business and industry training at BC3, made an effort to have the college participate in this event. “I am a proud member of the Rotary and when I learned about this event, it was only natural that I reach out to Dr. Neupauer.” Campbell said. Campbell included that the Rotary supports the BC3 Scholarship Program and has been partners with BC3 for many years. According to Campbell, BC3’s contribution to Butler Carved in Ice is a “natural fit.”
“I know that the Rotary asked BC3 and many others to participate and I’m sure it will be a successful event.” Campbell said. President of BC3, Nicholas Neupauer, proudly supports this event. BC3 chooses what groups to give a donation to after an evaluation of each organization that asks for sponsorship. The college makes its decision to sponsor events on a “…case-by-case basis and then BC3 contributes accordingly.” Neupauer said. Neupauer said that both the “AM and PM Rotary Clubs have been very generous towards BC3.” He added that the sponsoring of this event is to help a community partner and to give back to the community.
‘American Idol’ making its final countdown By Josh Rottenberg Los Angeles Times (TNS) LOS ANGELES _ The countdown to selecting the final “American Idol” has started. Over the next few weeks, final eliminations will be held and the 15th winner will join the list that includes Nick Fradiani, Phillip Phillips, Taylor Hicks, Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson. Ryan Seacrest is the only member from the original team of judges and hosts when “American Idol” debuted in 2002 still on the show. Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul have been replaced by Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban at the judges desk. Seacrest knew long before Clarkson was crowned that “American Idol” was more than just another entry in the booming world of reality television at that time. “I think we knew midway through, not even midway, a fraction into the first season that it was resonating because we were getting feedback,” Seacrest says. “And, then, when we went out to do the auditions for the second season and we walked through airports and we went to dinners and went to a mall in different cities and you could see that fathers and sons and daughters and mothers, families, were watching the show. I think that’s when we realized this was having a significant impact, not just on an audience, but on a family audience.” The ratings for the first season of “American Idol” were good but not great. It aver-
aged a 6.2 rating with 12.7 million viewers. That number grew until hitting a peak in season five with a 12.6 rating with 28.4 million viewers. Since then, the ratings have tumbled and hit a low of a 1.6 rating (7.7 million viewers) for the finale of the 14th season. The series, which had become a national sensation, was only the third-highest rated show among the networks that night. The ratings are better this season, partially sparked by this being the last year. Seacrest, who has gone on to be a busy producer since the start of his “Idol” days, isn’t sure if this is the right time to end or not. “The network has been extremely supportive of this brand and franchise throughout the years. You know, it’s been such a blessing to have such great partners as Fox throughout all of these years,” Seacrest says. “The numbers look great this season. They look really good. Those who are putting together the final season say they aren’t looking at what led to the decision to end the show, or what life will be like after the final “Idol” is selected. The focus right now is producing the best final season possible. Quite a few of the former “American Idol” contestants and winners will be back during the year to help this last batch of contestants. Clarkson is scheduled as a guest judge on the first live Top 10 show on Feb. 25. This week, on the Thursday, Feb. 11, show, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Caleb Johnson and Nick Fradiani will mentor and perform a duet with the
12 semi-finalists. Then on Thursday, Feb. 18, Constantine Maroulis, Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Jordin Sparks, David Cook and Haley Reinhart return to perform duets with the second group of semi-finalists. Producers are not making any prom-
ises about who will be back for this final season, explaining that there are logistical and scheduling facts that might keep a few former “Idol” participants away. It wouldn’t be a proper sendoff without Cowell, the man who gave “Idol” its brutal honesty that attracted so man fans.
Judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick, Jr. in the “Hollywood Round No. 2” episode of “American Idol.” (Michael Becker/FOX/TNS)
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NEWS
Students urged to be prepared for winter car troubles By Jayson Stahlman Cube Contributor ‘Winter weather warning’ are words that cause fear and anxiety in the hearts of many commuters, especially at this time of year when stories of winter storms fill the news. According to the US Department of Transportation, winter weather accounts for 17 percent of the 1,259,000 accidents that occur in the United States each year. Many of these accidents can be avoided by proper maintenance of your vehicle to prepare for the winter months. “The number one thing that a person
can do is check their tire pressure”, Jay Stahlman said. Stahlman has been a diesel and auto mechanic for 40 years and has seen many vehicle accidents that occur due to poorly maintained tires. An improperly inflated tire loses traction and can affect handling and braking. Stahlman also advises maintaining your vehicle’s fluid levels. A deicing windshield washer fluid is especially essential, due to the snow and slush that other cars could throw up onto the windshield. Winterizing is also a good time to have hoses and belts checked. “The last thing you want to do is break down in the winter,” Stahlman said. A few minutes of regular maintenance can save a driver from being stranded along a lonesome
stretch of highway for hours. Even with proper maintenance, breakdowns are still possible. This is a time when preparation is essential. “Always consider that your vehicle at some point may break down or become stuck during the winter,” said Chris Calhoun, public safety instructor at Butler County Community College. In these situations, it is important to have some supplies in your vehicle for your safety and comfort. Consider having an emergency kit for your vehicle. Some essentials to keep in an emergency kit would be a first aid kit, a flashlight, a cell phone charger.
Food and water are also essentials, especially if you are not sure when a rescue might come. Extra clothes and blankets in the trunk would be a good idea to help keep you warm until help can arrive. Running your car for heat is also an option. “Though, if you are going to run your vehicle for heat, make sure that the exhaust pipe is clear of obstructions so that you do not asphyxiate yourself,” Calhoun said. Above all, winterizing and preparing for winter weather is all about common sense. Have a few essentials in your vehicle, heed traffic and weather warnings, and always let someone know what your travel plans are.
Resisting the rom-com label: The stars and co-writer of ‘How to Be Single’ say the film is so much more
By Tre’vell Anderson Los Angeles Times (TNS)
Yes, it’s a comedy. And, yes, romance is involved. But don’t call the new film “How to Be Single,” which opened Friday in time for Valentine’s Day, a romantic comedy (or its familiar abbreviation, a rom-com). “I feel like it’s a tiny bit sexist and gets applied to movies that women are in,” said Dana Fox, who co-wrote the screenplay for the Warner Bros. film. “The classic rom-com is not what this movie is about. It’s about everything else but that. It’s a comedy about what it means to be single in a very weird time to be single.” Dakota Johnson and Leslie Mann, who star in the film along with Rebel Wilson and Alison Brie, agreed that “How to Be Single” defies easy classification. “There’s not the typical guy-meetsgirl, it-doesn’t-work-out-but-then-it-does story line,” noted Johnson, best known to film fans as the love interest Anastasia Steele in “Fifty Shades of Grey.” “It’s about the relationships between sisters and best friends and old loves and what the real story is when you’re single.” “And about what that period of time in your life is like when people used to think that they had to go to college and find a man, then get married and have kids,” said Mann, who joined Johnson for the interview. “This movie is saying you need to enjoy that time you have when you’re single, and there’s no pressure to get married right away.” Added Johnson: “And it’s OK to take
the time to cultivate your personality only for yourself.” “How to Be Single” centers on a new college graduate named Alice (Johnson) who breaks off her four-year relationship to explore what life has to offer in New York City. Once she arrives in the Big Apple, her party-girl coworker Robin (Wilson) vows to teach her how to be single. Mann plays Alice’s sister, Meg, who is on the fast track in her career as an OBGYN. But she’s feeling qualms about not being married or having children and fears that her time is running out. The film also stars Damon Wayans Jr., Anders Holm and Jason Mantzoukas as some of the men who come into the women’s lives. The script for the film is, in part, inspired by Fox’s life and that of the women and men around her. Her goal while writing was to be authentic about dating in an app-based world where cultural pressure often dictates romantic encounters. “Society forces you to rush through (being single) because there is a stigma attached to it,” she said. “But married life changes you. You wish you were back in (the single life) when you’re not in it, and when you’re in it, you just want to be out of it. We should look at being single as something that is fun, and you should cherish it.” Johnson, who describes herself as a person “who tends to be in long-term relationships,” said that Alice’s single life was “not my vibe” but that she enjoyed the challenge of “lending a hand to the exploration Alice has.” The comedy-based role was a wel-
come change for Johnson after the drama (both on-screen and off-screen) of “Fifty Shades of Grey” and her small role in the Whitey Bulger film “Black Mass.” She enjoyed returning to her comedic roots seen most recently in the shortlived series “Ben and Kate.” And being paired up with Mann, a veteran actress best known for comedies directed by her husband, Judd Apatow, including “Knocked Up” and “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” made for a memorable bedroom scene and liberating experience over-
all, the duo said. “It really makes a difference when you have an emotional connection with the person you’re working with,” Johnson said. “Like, I love her so much and I was able to do so many more things. You feel understood and then capable ... “ “And free,” Mann said. But the question remains, how does one be single? Don’t expect a cut-and-dried answer from the film or its leading ladies.
Rebel Wilson in “How to Be Single” (JoJo Whildren/Warner Bros. Entertainment/TNS)
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February 18, 2015
SPORTS
Kansas State ends road losing skid with 63-49 victory vs. TCU By Kellis Robinett The Wichita Eagle (TNS) FORT WORTH, Texas _ Bruce Weber may have finally found Kansas State’s ideal starting lineup. The K-State coach has experimented with different player combinations since the Wildcats lost point guard Kamau Stokes to an injured right knee last month, trying a new grouping in four of the past five games. But he hit pay dirt during a 63-49 victory over TCU on Tuesday at Schollmaier Arena. With Barry Brown, Justin Edwards, Wesley Iwundu, Dean Wade and D.J. Johnson on the floor, K-State made shots from all over and raced to an early lead. It attacked the Horned Frogs’ man defense and maintained a comfortable advantage the whole way. The result was a much-needed victory that ended a 13-game losing streak in Big 12 road games dating back to last January. For the first time in more than a year, Weber walked off a conference rival’s court sporting a smile. Pairing Brown and Edwards in the backcourt made all the difference. Edwards, a senior guard, replaced junior-college transfer Carlbe Ervin in the starting lineup and made an instant impact. He came off ball screens and attacked the basket for a game-high 17 points, building on a recent string of quality play. Edwards has reached double figures in four straight games. His production created loads of space for Brown, and he took advantage by making
four 3-pointers on his way to 16 points. Wade, a freshman forward, also benefited inside. He showed renewed confidence with the ball, making a three and scoring 14 points. Weber questioned his players after losses to Baylor and Oklahoma State, saying they lacked emotion. They also lacked offense, scoring 55 points in 45 minutes against the Cowboys and falling way behind against the Bears. Changing lineups wasn’t enough to snap K-State out of the slump in those games, but that changed against the Horned Frogs. The Wildcats proved things would be different from the get go. They scored eight straight to take an 8-2 lead at the first media timeout, and pulled ahead by as much as 26-11. It wasn’t an offensive masterpiece, but it was a step in the right direction. With Brown, Edwards and Iwundu combining to make five of their first six from 3-point range, TCU coach Trent Johnson had no choice but to call timeout and search for answers. Many teams have thwarted K-State by going zone, but TCU stuck with a man defense most of the way. With the win, K-State (15-11, 4-9 Big 12) is now in sole possession of eighth place in the conference standings. It also matched its victory total from last year with five games remaining in the regular season. TCU (11-15, 2-11) remains in last. The Horned Frogs haven’t found much success this season, but they have defeated No. 24 Texas and Tennessee at home.
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BC3 basketball teams vary in success levels By Sarah McAllister Cube Contributor The Butler County Community College (BC3) Pioneer basketball teams have had varying success in their 2015-16 seasons thus far. Head Coach Dick Hartung said that the women’s team has increased its success from the past season immensely, whereas the men’s team has been having a bit of a rough season. The women’s team had a run of 2 and 25 last season. The team has turned around this season with a current run of 12 and 6. The men’s team had a run of 15 and 12 last season, and 2 and 18 at this point in their season. Game schedules and wins and loses can be found on the Athletics page of bc3.edu. Although the team is made up of few people they still continue to play well. “Numbers have always been an issue,” Hartung said. “The women’s team has nine players and the men’s team only has
seven, however, it’s hard work and player determination that is going to win the game, not numbers.” Sophomore Guard for the women’s team, Miranda Williams, attributes some of her team’s success simply to teamwork and off the court chemistry as well. “You have to put your heads together, be objective, work together as a team and leave the drama at the door,” Williams said. “If you bring your baggage with you it will always show on the court.” In addition to team work, the individual player is still relied on to bring their best game at all times. One of these players is Sophomore Guard Austin Miller, who has officially scored 1,000 college career points at the January 30 game with Westmorland County Community College. Hartung feels that the teams are representing the school well and they will continue to be successful in future seasons. “Just like every year, they are a nice group of kids who are representing the school, themselves and I very well,” Hartung said.
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