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By Ethan O'Malley | Photography Editor With Phase 1 of the Build Back Better Regional Challenge complete, a joint effort between the City of Newark and NJIT will now be moving into the second round of competition. The challenge was created as part of United States President Joe Biden’s “American Rescue Plan” in March 2021 to divert funds to promising infrastructure projects undertaken by regional coalitions. A total of 529 such coalitions had sent in proposals to the US Economic Development Division with the hopes of being one of the 20-30 that would ultimately receive the $25–100 million grants promised by the division. Projects that have completed Phase 1 will also receive $500,000 for the purpose of further developing their plans. Today, 60 of those applicants remain in the running. Among them is The Greater Newark Port Regional Growth Cluster, an initiative aiming to develop Port Newark while helping to employ underrepresented minorities and reduce the port’s carbon impact. It is no surprise that NJIT and the city would direct their attention to the port. Port Newark accounts for 75–80% of the total capacity of the Port of New York and New Jersey — the third largest port system in the United States — and contributes directly towards 205,000 jobs in the local area. For reference, that is twothirds of the population of Newark. There is also reason to believe that the US government will be particularly keen on promoting projects which will increase the efficiency of major ports. Supply chain issues in the Port of Los Angeles have been and continue to be a great
source of embarrassment for the Biden government, and he has been vocal in pushing for reforms to increase outputs — such as changing to a 24-hour schedule. As such, it is likely that this project will be looked on favorably by the selection committee. The proposal as it currently stands highlights three key areas where the coalition hopes to develop the port. The first is Workforce Development and Training Programs. With the project aiming to expand logistics, IT security and technology implementation in the port, the demand for trained STEM professionals is expected to rise. The proposal aims to target underrepresented minorities with mentorships, internships and training to ensure that equity is maintained in filling these new demands. NJIT has made a commitment to aid in this portion of the project, and given that it is a STEM school with strong IT and engineering programs, this is not surprising. Career Development Services did not comment on whether the department would be putting emphasis on minority student internship/ co-op recruitment, but with the stated intentions of the project, NJIT students may likely see an increase in workforce opportunities targeted at marginalized communities. President of NJIT Dr. Joel Bloom said this initiative may be one of the “biggest things NJIT has done” in modern times. “We're partnering with the city of Newark, the New York Port Authority, the Northeast regional planning authority, the city of Elizabeth as well as the New Jersey Economic Development Authority,” he added.
The second area of development is the Research and Technology Innovation Center. This center would be focused on research to increase the throughput, resiliency, and environmental friendliness of the port. This will include the development of an integrated transportation system on the docks linked by a network of sensors and communications devices, weather modeling to determine the risk of the port facilities to extreme events, and data analytics to increase the port's logistic efficiency. NJIT has committed itself to aiding in this effort as well, likely lending the expertise of its variety of experienced researchers to aid in the center's activities. Atam Dhawan of the Office of Research has not yet responded as to the extent to which NJIT’s research will integrate itself into this project, or whether it may mean an increase in Port Newark research opportunities for undergraduate students. However, given that the Office of Research is currently heading the team that is coordinating NJIT’s efforts in this project it is likely that they will play a big role. “Ports are 27% of the gross domestic product of this nation. The port of Newark is the second largest port in the United States. 200,000 jobs inside the port, 300,000 jobs related outside the port,” Dr. Bloom said. “This is just a magnificent opportunity to stay involved.” Finally, the project’s last area of focus is Technology Deployment, Business Development and Innovation to Market Ecosystems. This initiative will leverage the technological innovations of the RTIC to promote commercial development focused on the port’s activities in the local area. A key portion of this will
be the Market Port, which will market properties to businesses aiming to get involved in port activities. NJIT’s commitment here will likely be focused on its VentureLink incubator. William Lutz, VentureLink’s general manager, has stated his optimism that the program will aid in achieving the vision of the regional development project. We may very well see that future student entrepreneurs will be able to get a much closer relationship with Port Newark, giving a new path towards commercialization for any applicable businesses. Overall, the project could spell a lot of opportunity for both NJIT and Newark in general. Given that the Port Authority has already awarded $44 million for the development of certain sections of the port, the completion of Phase 2 could result in $150 million of investment into a city which had a 2020 annual budget of just under $250 million. However, this does all depend on the initiative reaching Phase 2. While this is a promising project which is meeting the demands of the current US government, it is not the only project of its kind. Los Angeles is also proposing a development of its own port systems for the competition, and there are a variety of very competitive projects looking to breathe life into cities by developing keystone industries — like Detroit’s auto manufacturing or Portland's logging. Ultimately, the fate of this project relies on how well that $500,000 grant is spent in developing the Phase 2 plan. With luck, this initiative will live up to its potential.
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Club Spotlight Robotics Club By Yukthi Sangoi | Managing Editor
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If you like to learn hands-on how to design, build, program and operate robots using raw materials and kits, NJIT Robotics Club is the organization to join on campus! The club was first organized in 2010 and focuses on allowing students to gain real-world engineering experience by building their own robotics-related projects. After forming competitive teams, the organization takes part in various international competitions. Students do not have to consider costs of materials, kits or other aspects of being able to contribute to the club; it provides the funding and tools necessary for students to create and work on projects of their choice. In addition, Robotics members can use NJIT’s Makerspace to make parts and pieces of their own! Some of the club’s current projects include an Arduino-controlled, fully posable robot hand made of 3D-printed parts and a biped, a beginner-friendly robot that teaches and uses basic programming skills, electronics, computer-aided design and 3D printing. The quad dog project focuses on having a fully functional quadruped using sensors so that humans don’t have to control it. There is also a 3D printed car that is planned to have basic user-controlled movement, but it may also have complex autonomous control using custom sensors. The tennis ball bot is a small project in which leftover VEX parts are put together to create a robot with the capability to launch tennis balls at a controllable distance. The Rubik’s Cube solver project has electronic and mechanical components, 3D-printed parts, plywood box and grips. Finally, VEX is a project aimed towards competing against other colleges across the world in a two-minute robotics game. This is a fast-paced environment, with several hours of work put in a week and a team of over thirty people. Any member is always encouraged to bring up new project ideas. The club
is able to provide funding and members who are interested in joining the project! Senior computer science major Michael Tuma serves as the vice president of the club. He joined as soon as he started attending NJIT in September 2019. “My expectations for the club were that it would be a place where I could make new friends who shared a passion for engineering, programming and related fields, and to be able to participate in fun and engaging events and projects,” he said. “The club surpassed these with flying colors; we have over 300 members, so I have been able to find many individuals that I now consider to be some of my closest friends.” Tuma’s favorite part of the club is how much students can gain valuable knowledge that doesn’t just pertain to robotics. “Aside from the obvious learning opportunities like hands-on experience building and programming robots, members can also get involved with the administrative side of the club, which grants experience with leading medium to large groups of technical personnel, technical writing by writing procedures, documentation, engineering reports, etc. — and project management skills — such as budgeting, task breakdown, monitoring progress, among others,” he emphasized. “In addition, we also host a variety of professional development workshops and trainings that educate members on relevant technical and managerial skills.” Aidan Dadiz is a first-year computer science student who joined NJIT Robotics Club a few weeks into the last fall semester. He has been slowly learning how to use computer-aided design software as well as Arduino. With all the collaboration between members, he said, “participating in the robotics club also taught me to work in teams and how to collaborate on big engineering projects.” He also stressed how helpful all of the members are. “There are so many people in the club with all different kinds of background education and experience,” he mentioned. “If you have a question about anything related to projects or STEM in general, there's always some-
one who can answer you.” Dadiz recalled a time that he has appreciated to this day. “I spent about 14 hours in the club closet, building and taking note of the whole design process, all with help from many people that came and went all afternoon, evening and night. “This went on until around 2 a.m., when we had finished everything I wanted to build that night. I even stayed a little longer to hang out with the couple of guys left in the room at the time. A truly spectacular use of my time that day; I have no regrets.” Umair Khan, the director of mentorship and volunteering, is a first-year mechanical engineering major. In addition to the competitive nature of the club, he treasures how sociable the community is. “We have a quotes channel in the club’s Discord server, where we basically put all the funny stuff we hear people in the club say,” he mentioned. “I think there was a time when I quoted my friend three times within 15 minutes.” First year computer science student Sai Vedagiri is the programming captain for the VEX Robotics team. When he first joined the organization, he was “surprised at the level of leadership in the club.” There are Eboard members, directors, project managers, committees and more to help curate the organization. “When we started developing robots for the competition, I appreciated that the team had separate sub-teams and communicated very well to meet each other's needs,” Vedagiri mentioned. He also added that “the club provided me with many learning opportunities and access to technological pieces of equipment that aren’t always generally available to college students.” Senior biomedical engineering major William Kuo serves as the project manager of the walking biped project. Within the club that’s centered around robotics, he still finds diversity in the interests of members.
“Everyone has such a strong shared passion in robotics. Talk to anyone; you can probably find some imaginative reason why they want to do robotics, and everyone’s answer would be different,” he explained. “For me, I wanted to build something related to my research, which is to design exoskeletons and make futuristic sci-fi machines.” Adira Samaroo, a third-year computer science major and the director of membership and attendance, spoke about how her entry level for robotics was relatively low, but the support offered by members, along with their knowledge and skills, has helped her assimilate into the group really well. After applying for the leadership position she currently has, she said, “My confidence has soared beyond my shy demeanor. Being a voice to reach out to members and help them feel welcome has been great.” One of Tuma’s most prized memories includes the VEX competitions the team attended in the 2019-2020 season. “We would bring eight members to each one, and we would all drive over to wherever the competition was in one of the NJIT vans; after staying in a hotel overnight, we would head over to the competition. There would be teams from all over the country. “We would compete in the qualifying rounds, and we would always make it to the elimination rounds. We didn’t always win, but we would always at least get to finals and win some awards. It was amazingly fun in the way that only a real-world, stressful and challenging situation can be. After each competition, we would always get a nice dinner together at some restaurant near where the competition was,” he shared. “The experience is like no other.” NJIT Robotics Club is excited to welcome any new members; if you are interested in becoming a part of this organization, feel free to join its Discord server at https://njit.gg/robotics!
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Until we meet again By Alicia Tedesco | Senior Staff Writer It is strange how time flies. Just last year around this time, I got accepted to a semester abroad at NJIT for my media design bachelor. Half a year ago, I left my home in Germany to come live in the US. Not even two months ago, that semester abroad came to an end. This week, I am already back home in Germany for two weeks. If I could turn back time, I would — just so I could experience it all over again. But time doesn’t turn back; it only moves forward. Just like one of the other exchange students said at the beginning of last semester: “Just wait. It will be over just like that.” He snapped his fingers and – poof. He was right. I am not in Newark, New Jersey anymore. I am no longer a resident of Laurel Hall, nor a student at NJIT. It was over, just like that.
ting more than one chance to determine my grade – although I sometimes missed not having any assignments during the semester. What I enjoyed and will miss the most (apart from the people and the city), however, are the events on campus. I know that NJIT isn’t the biggest university you could attend but compared to what I’m used to at Furtwangen University, there was just so much more to do on campus. I remember the first week where one event came after the other; I
remember the student involvement fair where I signed up for way too many clubs but actually joined only three – and I remember Homecoming when I got to see Jason Derulo with all the other exchange students. I wrote about that concert for The Vector, too, and writing these lines makes me smile because I had so much fun being a part of the newspaper. At the same time, it’s making me sad because this will be my last article. Being an exchange student at NJIT and living so close to New York City
made me feel like the main character in a movie. I wanted to feel like that for just a bit longer. I wanted to go to weekly club meetings of The Vector and the Minerva for just a bit longer; I wanted to attend my Practical Journalism class and watch documentaries in my Documentary Film and Media class for just a bit longer. To share my dorm room with the best roomie ever, to go to GDS with all my friends and to drive to the city – I wish I could’ve done all of that for just a little bit longer. Then again, no amount of time would ever be enough. I would always want more, just a teeny-tiny bit more. So, I guess it’s okay that my time in the U.S. as an exchange student at NJIT is over. I guess it’s okay that I’m back home now, with my loved ones that I missed. I guess it’s okay I’m missing my other home now, too. All the missing in the world could not make me want to take that time back. I would always do it again – and I hope that you will, too. Go to that country. Make it your home for a while. Take the laughter and the tears and the happiness and the heartbreak – take all of it and make it yours.
My time at NJIT will never leave me, however. I made friends all over the world – in Spain and the Netherlands, in Egypt and Jordan, in the Caribbean, India and the US, of course. The classes I took brought me a step closer to becoming a journalist who can work and write — internationally. It was a different experience than back here in Germany. At Furtwangen University, the one I attend in Germany, we don’t take attendance and we barely ever get homework. We only have one final exam at the end of the semester that determines our grade – there are no midterms, no extra credits, no assignments. At NJIT, I enjoyed get-
That’s what I did. That’s what I’ll keep doing, until we meet again. - Alicia Tedesco, former exchange student at NJIT & senior staff writer at The Vector Photos from Alicia Tedesco
COLLECTIONS voices from around campus
Are you more excited for Valentines Day or the Super Bowl? Why? "Super Bowl Weekend because I'll actually be surrounded by people" "Valentines Day b/c of the candy" "I'm more excited for the Puppy Bowl because Valentine's Day doesn't mean anything if you make every day special and watching others compete is just not interesting." "Super Bowl, unless the rams win."
"¿Por qué no los dos?" "WAIT I FORGOT ABOUT THE PUPPY BOWL" "Puppy Bowl is easily the highlight of Super Bowl Sunday for me as well, but I’m also happy for my dad because he’s a Rams fan (his initials are RAM lolll) and they’re in the Super Bowl soooo it’s going to be crazy at my house"
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CKI Winter Formal Kicking off the 2022 spring semester, Circle K International hosted its winter formal on Saturday, Feb. 5. In addition to the leadership conference that made up the first part of the event, there were music, food and karaoke with a 1980s theme. Photos by Sean Slusarz
Student Appreciation Week This past week was Student Appreciation Week hosted by the Office of Student Life. Pictured is the kickoff event, which was hosted in the lobby of Campus Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday. Photos by Sean Slusarz
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Week of February 6, 2022
'Ranking of Kings'` Review
By Nick Merlino | Web and Multimedia Editor
“Ranking of Kings” is a relatively new anime that premiered in late 2021 based on the 2017 fantasy manga. The plot of the show revolves around the main character Bojji, a young prince training to become the lord of the kingdom one day, which his father rules. Despite living in the lap of luxury as the prince of a thriving kingdom, Bojji’s life is filled with hardship, as he possesses several serious disabilities, including deafness and stunted physical development. Bojji makes friends with Kage, an orphaned outcast living on the edge of the kingdom, and starts to go down a path of self-discovery and triumph as he grows into his position as a leader. The art style of “Ranking of Kings” is simple yet deliberate. Its bright colors and plain artistic choices give the show an appearance that makes it seem like it is intended for a younger audience. While this may be true, it discusses themes and serious topics that are relevant to people from all walks of life. In an age when media consumed by children is often characterized by an array of loud noises, neon colors and weak plotlines, the anime stands out in the best ways. Every character has a unique and memorable design, clearly displaying the meticulous level of thought that went into the production of the show.
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THE MINERVA Poetry Submission I love to live fast I love the thrill But the rush coursing through my veins Is what I wish would chill The heat rises Water reaches its point The steam clouds up It might as well be the bog Nothing is clear Yet Transparency has never been more near It’s an exciting feeling I call it the shock One minute the world is your ceiling The next is crashes like the stocks It feels like it at least Its rush is worth the high Or I think it is But the high continues to the skies The climb is so fine I’m drunk with the reddest of wines And I don’t mean the liquid kind Everything fades away into the black There’s only room for red But soon you will wish you had turned back For my rage is about to be bled
Without delving too deeply into the show’s plot, “Ranking of Kings” boasts a perfectly designed soft magic system. For the uninitiated, a soft magic system in a fantasy setting is one where the
magic exists without any concrete rules or understanding of how it works. Magical things happen just because. Fantasy stories that employ magical systems akin to this often run the risk of feeling disconnected, because their soft magic systems feel like they conveniently fill plot holes. The writing of this anime, however, safeguards this issue by making the story feel connected and whole. While the audience isn’t knowledgeable about the inner workings of the show’s fantasy setting, it stills feel plausible and well stitched together. Lastly, the show does an excellent job of portraying a disabled character in a way that doesn’t trivialize his disability; it allows him to find ways to overcome the drawbacks. In the show, many of the protagonist's issues stem from the fact that he is disabled. His disabilities lead to him being bullied and infantilized by people who clearly mean a lot to him. However, he is able to overcome his struggles through the help of his friends and by not giving up. His disabilities never go away, but he can live with them and still command the respect he deserves. Overall, “Ranking of Kings” is a great show that offers a meticulously crafted fantasy universe and a protagonist that struggles with very real problems. I rate it 4.5 out of five crabs.
The Red Room By Johnny Sasidhar It starts at the tips It swims through my fingers Up through my arms Then down my chest Blooming like a flower Unlocking a treasure that does not exist The Space does not cower My muscles whisk My hands twitch Clawing onto an invisible stick My body trembles The ground beneath my feet splits Yet the plates fuse My growth stunts Suddenly I am a small child My eyes fear the pair before me The red siren blare But not the blue This red wave drowns my senses Turning Twisting Churning It surrounds me I am in control I thrive on this feeling I’ve never felt more alive This small child feels big What a cruel lie
The electricity is ready to shock It flashes with the thunder Restraint cannot be forgot Yet I commit the blunder The shock is too much Composure is lost Emotions rush in like an uncoordinated dance The wave engulfs me whole Crashes with the sand Louder than the broken glass Screams are higher than the sirens The red room lacks hospitality Thought and Logic are evicted A new tenant from Hell is here to stay Or maybe Heaven Is it the tipsy devil reverin’? Or the wasted angel’s cries to pay? It doesn’t matter They can’t pay rent for long anyway
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The shock subsides The chest closes Locked by rationale and sense The waves are at a standstill Apparently, I can sit still The room is drained of its roses The devil and angel return to their rightful domains Hungover with emptiness But fear not, This is no goodbye For the key to ruin Is the same to repair
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By A Perfectly Promising Pisces
ARIES
TAURUS
GEMINI
For this week’s horoscopes, let’s look at people’s Venuses instead of their Sun signs instead! Venus in Aries are unafraid to jump headfirst into romance.
Venus in Taurus (note: this is not Sun in Taurus!); homely and secure, you’re likely to be in long-term relationships and/or have a loyal friend group.
Don’t take the swift nature of a fast-paced Gemini Venus to mean that they’re fickle! A Gemini Venus is 100% sincere, it’s just that sometimes they change their minds.
CANCER
LEO
VIRGO
Venus in Crab, I mean Cancer… will you be my Vector Valentine?
Venus in Leo appreciates all the gestures, from grand declarations with a bouquet of roses, to handmade little cards.
On the outside, Venus in Virgo may seem stoic, but in reality they’re one of the most observant and sensitive signs.
LIBRA
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SAGITTARIUS
Venus in Libra leads to being fair and balanced. Remember, friendship is a two-way street!
Venus in Scorpio make some of the most loyal (and possessive) friends and lovers… but don’t get on their bad side, because they don’t forget any slights!
Sanguine Sagittarius, loyal and steadfast friend, you’re one of the most patient fire signs.
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AQUARIUS
PISCES
I know that Sun in Capricorn doesn’t believe in astrology, but what about Venus in Capricorn? Anyway, Venus in Capricorn seem reserved, but truly appreciate the traditional trappings of romance.
Venus in Aquarius is sure to be won over with some playful verbal sparring… or dare I suggest, even some well-matched chess play.
Unlike Aries, Venus in Pisces is more likely to be demure. If you’re crushing on a Pisces, don’t be deterred by their shyness!
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Tweet @TheNJITVector a photo of your completed crossword puzzle (only if you can solve it, though)! Across 1. Parboil 6. Play the coquette 11. Is able to 14. "Blue Suede Shoes" or "Runaround Sue," e.g. 15. Type of eclipse 16. Famed coach Parseghian 17. Do a common household chore 19. Inc., in England 20. The travel people 21. "C'___ la vie" 22. Petty naval off. 23. One of a pack? 24. Colorful candies 27. Act the martyr 29. When tripled, a nursery
rhyme cry 30. It's only skin-deep 32. California roll wrap 35. Love god 37. Part of an emphatic acceptance or refusal 40. Hollywood Private 41. Game for the start of 17 and 65-Across, 11 and 34-Down 43. It ran around Hades 44. How great minds think 46. Swain 47. "God shed His grace on ___" 48. Geological deposit from a mineral spring 50. Craft pronoun
52. Pierce Brosnan role 54. What the recently engaged do 59. Raincoat or computer 60. Be a major player? 62. Certain honorary deg. 63. Election mo. 64. Inventor's cry 65. A driver should stop for this light 68. Louis XIV, for one 69. Total lack of interest 70. Like many cereals 71. Washroom placard 72. "Singin' in the Rain" director Stanley 73. Russian rulers
Down 1. Where those in the doghouse sleep? 2. Shroud 3. Politician of yesteryear, Stevenson 4. Pop-top, for one 5. Keyboard key 6. Toast glass 7. ___ Tha ("The King and I" role) 8. Short 500-mile race 9. Least likely to be spotted 10. Auditions 11. Summon 12. Clarinetist Shaw
13. Noted third party candidate 18. Grabbing forty winks 25. Nosh with a long shelflife 26. Fire tenders, in a way 28. Passed off fraudulently 31. On the bounding main 32. Gun owner's org. 33. Surname of Popeye's lady 34. Cause quite a row 36. Housecoat 38. It takes in the sights 39. Palindromic river into the English Channel
42. Stir noisily 45. Twined together 49. Babble beginning 51. Commonly contracted phrase 52. Excessively flattering behavior 53. Resort lake near Reno 55. "The Magic Kingdom" novelist Stanley 56. Santa ___ race track 57. Copier powder 58. Half the integers 61. Al Gore's st. 66. Signal an actor 67. Word with tank or range