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Page2 Trip to Chicago will benefit current and future nsvchologv students Continued from page 1 Their topic, Interpersonal Sensitivity, includes testing people's ability to accurately read another person's mood and gender. Any furth~ explanation on the topic is not allowed, as experimentation is still in progress. This is the first semester Dr. Vestoski is offering a chance for an organized team of psychology majors to come together, research, c\,nd design a project and gain college credit at the same time. "If you are considering psychology as a prospective major, you should know that many gr-aduate schools look for research experience in their graduate school candidates. Unfortunately, only a select few students get that chance at larger schools due to it being an unnoted requirement," informs Dr. V. "I think it's just great getting a head start on learning how to perform research," exclaims To gain entrance to this Shane, a student involved particular psychology with the psychology class. course, you must register Dr. Melissa, another research Vesotski as your advisor. A participant, concurs. short, informal interview "We' re · learning a lot will be arranged where you of things you typically will discuss why you wish wouldn't learn until your . to major in psychology and third or fourth year [ of explain your interests and college)." dedication in the research The newly created project. research-based course For the fall semester of isn't limited to research. 2005, there are currently In the class, you will learn two spots available, and informationonapsychology if interested, you are career that would fit ·your encouraged to register interests, how much that for the course as soon as career would financially possible. The class is listed pay, and select schools as Directional Research to work towards .gaining Psychology Practicum (PSY admission. You'll also 251),andofferstwocredits. have many opportunities With this class, you will to improve upon writing undoubtedly gain experience in APA format. Alpena that you will benefit from Community - College is years down the road. only one out of a few other "I think the benefit of going community college-level to the conference is really schools that offer this sort the interaction that they get of credit-based course in frqm other students that are the U.S., and if you plan also at undergraduate level, on pursuing a future in so you can communicate psychology, a class like this and create ·contacts," says is highly recommended. Dr. V. local rock the tsunami event John Garavaglia Staff Writer The benefit concert for the tsunami victims took place at Hillman Jr/Sr High School on Saturday night, April 9th. The school's Youth Community Service Club. hosted the event. All the proceeds will be donated to one of the charities that are working to help the children in Southeast Asia; the event raised over $600. "It was an idea from the Community Service Club," stated Laurie Sauer, the event coordinator. "It was a fun way to help the tsunami victims and bring kids from other areas to help out too." A Skylight View kicked off the shjndig as a small crowd of fans ran to the floor. The vocal styling of Carolyn Clemmons brought a touch of country western to the hard rock atmosphere. For some it was the first time performing, the Onaway group, Nightfall, made their official debut' playing instrumentals. One of the highlighted performances was anAlpena group called Crown of 91. They passed through the night with their smashing hits, and performed a few songs from Gr.een Day At Alpena "ilt.YJna Area Credit l!nion, J:iOU're rt(Jt ju.st a1wther ac;t7tJl.lnt ,ium/Jir. Jbu are ii men1ber. Aipc:m1 Alo:111a Att:l Credit I: r}dOu Call lmldl 'to ftJUi vtri J11m 111u ca~ j,1i,,! 'JNfj..J."ifi...f.577 lt)(i,,1UJ~:,JTJ ltliv'lj.',,l'J~.c.'iHJ1 and A Simple Plan. band sold T-~hirts, h ts, and copies of their d o CD, God Hates Us and We Lived, during the concert. The band is already on tour and they will perfoim at the Presque Isle Hall pn April 30. High Society brought the audience down the final stretch and Hillman's own Vs. Disney wrapped up the night with a lively performance of original songs. "The concert w~s really fun and it was for a good cause," said Vs. Disney lead guitarist Jonathan Behring. "Everybody should know how bad those people have it over there. "Everything we can do we should do for them." s April 27, 2005 Chuck Wiesen retiring trom cc after 34 vears ot servic Continued from page 1 customized trai.rringprogram for business and industry." Up to now, that has een Wiesen's primary esponsibility. In February of 2005, he picked up another responsibility at he request of Dr. Joynton. The administrator for Huron Shores had resigned, so Wiesen rovided leadership until they found a new administrator. But in the beginning, he had no plans to stay in Alpena for long. He had planned to stay only a few years, saving some money and adding to his resume in the process. owever he soon found that he liked the people he was working with and for, and working at ACC he has een provided with several opportunities to work with the community that he loves. The biggest changes he's seen in his years atACC? The introduction of technology to the whole process oflearning. The students have stayed the same, however. Some show up motivated, some undirected. What his peers say: "Chuck Wiesen leaves a greaflegacy Qf accornplishp,e,:its in man'y' great areas· of the college." Dr. Qlin+Joynir;;,q "Alwa¥~;yery ,~beat ~nd positive: Very v.ery supporting, thinks cif"'all stbdentltu· and all areas are equallY;;imporifent." - Tom ·Winters Either way, Wiesen is glad to have been able to have helped them stay motivated or find much needed direction. Wiesen says that the biggest thing he'll take away from his 34-year career is satisfaction. Satisfaction in representing the college and serving the community. Into his retirement now, he has no plans of moving away or relaxing. He has several projects with non-profit boards, a keen interest in the American Civil War, projects around the house, and several "hl~'s very goo,q wi~!j people. Chuck sit! down and personally hMps them wh\mev'6?~~ he can. College is a different worldi and Jif made it much easier;· less frightening.11 ,'tf. . ,. .,., - Katherine Me'fiarg t<He really cares ab'otiil* the peopJe he works wittl and&for." .... ~)vtax Lindsay books to read. He intends to keep busy. "I've peen here for 34 years," Wiesen said. "You've gotta know when to say when. The college is going through some challenges in the next few years, and they're gonna need some new leadership. I'm ACC through and through, but it's time to say goodbye." It's time for Wiesen to bow out, and time for ACC to forge ahead. 8th Annual World Tai Chi Dav Announced Once again, the public is invited to join in celebration of the Eighth Annual World T i Chi Day! Groups of Tai hi students and newcom- rs gather to learn about, and experience, the amazing benefits of Tai Chi. World Tai Chi Day is an unprecedented global health and healing event which will m:1fold across the planet on Saturday, April 30th, 2005, 10:00am worldwide. , Beginning in New Zealand, this event will spn,ad, time zone by time zone, across the globe through 60 countries and across 6 continents. This healing wave will be a spec- tacular visual sight, as well as promote calm and wellness worldwide. In Alpena, Tai Chi students of the Alan LaCross Martial Arts Training Center invite the public to their celebra- tion. It is the 3rd year that this group is hosting a local World Tai Chi Day event. This year, the location will be 106 River Street, Downtown Alpena The Alan LaCross Martial Arts Training Center is offer- ing free Tai Chi classes and a chance to win a 3 month Tai Chi membership during the entire week leading to World Tai Chi day. '(ICC';Book$torri eiz;liz;brat{Z~ thfl Clea;~ of 2005 with a Good Going Grodi ·~el ~ l/3 off your Clothing Pureh8$fl & 25% off bogo, d Gift ltflm~ r------------------~ 1 $10.00 on Anv Newnransterred 1 : Prescriptions! : I I I PHAalfACY DEPAllf'AENT . I 1 You shop at Wal-Mart ... whv not 1 : fill vour prescriptions here tool : II Pta,i,t ~~ tlD:I ~a{!· - 1,-l½nmt; N ~, Hh, MSun . .~, Ml $1YN' ~------------------~