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Volu1ne 5/ Issue 1 Alpena Community College October 1, 2002 50th Anniversary Celebration Begins CHRIS OPOSNOW Entertainment Editor joined the ACC family to be- . gin the school's year long birthday party. On September 16th, Since 1952, ACC 2002, ACCkickedofits 50th has awarded more than Anniversary Celebration in 10,000 degrees and has grand style. The Alpena touched thousands more lives community and special guests through community outreach programs and services . ACC's connection to the community was never more apparent than during its anniversary kickoff. Gradu- ates from every decade at- tended the event as well as From left to right: Frank McCourt, Aggie Ferguson, Marge Hoppe, Roger Bauer, and Dr. Don Newport cut the cake at the September 16th celebration. politicians ranging from Mayor Phil Ludlow to State Representative Andy Neumann to State Senator Walter North. The official party be- gan with a welcome from A CC Board of Trustees Ph o by Chris Oposnow Chairperson Roger Bauer. Dr. Don Newport then took the stage and cred- ited several members of the college and Alpena for their dedication in making this celebratory year possible. After Dr. Newport set the stage, he was fol- lowed by present and past students Kati Maki, Jonathan Brege (Student Senate President), and Dennis Schultz (Class ofl962). The scope of ACC's relationship with the Alpena and Michigan com- munities was exemplified by the presence of Senator Walter North (Michigan District 37) and State Rep- resentative Andy Neumann (Michigan District 106). Both discussed ACC's larger role in the community. One of the highlights of the afternoon came when Mayor Phill Ludlow pro- claimed September 16th "ACCDay." After the proclama- tion, Dr. Newport returned to the spotlight to remind the crowd that ACC's glory days are still ahead. The high point of the afternoon seemed to be the cutting of the 50th An- niversary cake. After the cake cutting, the party goers were invited to so- cialize and enjoy the com- pany of ACC 's past, present, and future. The kickoff was just the beginning of a year long celebration that promises to be one big birthday party. Many of the year's celebratory events are de- signed to include the com- munity in the celebration. From the ACC Players to the Spotlight Se- ries to the ACC Student Sen- ate, organizations schoolwide coordinated their events with ACC's birthday in mind. The ACC Players November production of "Pink Thunderbird" con- sists of two one act plays set in the 1950's. The Jazz Band's November concert will also feature the 1950's. The Spotlight Series' December artist, Beachfront Property, will focus on the musicofthe 1960's. The Michigan Opera Theatre, another Spotlight Series performer, will taylor their January performance specifically for our l 950's celebration by highlighting hit shows of the era. February will feature "Thanks for the Memories: A Community Variety Show." Finally, Elvis will en- ter the building in April to help ACC wind down its birthday bash in style. College Day for Women: A Day for th Ladies 2002/2003 Lumberjack Staff Front row: Jessica Thiem, Sara Lyon, and Kara Eubank. Back row: Shawn Sexton, Chris Oposnow, Matt Petrovich, and JoBeth Johnson. NICOLE HATCH Staff Writer Attention all women: it's time again for the ninth annual "A College Day for Women" on October 12, 2002, at Alpena Community College. educational and entertaining sessions to choose from, there is sure to be something of interest for every woman. Some of the sessions include: getting some insight on what the college has to offer, how to deal with stress, how to eat healthier, and how to learn what women really want. also be great food an d educational experiences. The event will begin with keynote speaker, Rachel Urist, then morning hospitality will be offered. Afterwards, each woman will have the opportunity to attend three chosen sessions followed by a lunch. Volunteers from the Florence Stibitz, the found er of th is event, commented that this day is designed to enrich the women of the community. With twenty-nine di ffere nt This occasion is for all community make this event women of any age. It possible. "Thiseducational promotes socialization in a event is to reach out to the non-formal setting. There will women of the community Index News ............................................................. 2 & 3 Features ....................................................... 4 & 5 Photo Story ................................................ 6 Sports .......................................................... 7 & 8 Point ·ofView ................................................ 9 Entertainment ................... .............................. 10 & 11 · Showcase ...................................................... 12 and ater to their needs for a da ' stated Katie Bruski, dinator of the volunteer Tickets for this event $25. The maximum · ng for this event is 250. tickets have sold out e h year, including this r. There are no tickets s d at the door. angements for next year be made in an advance contacting the volunteer office at 358-7271. 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