Go-live date for the new ctcLink delayed to till May
By Sake Kambi
Although it was planned that ctcLink launches March 9 for the third deployment group, due to State Board’s inability in providing adequate support for all colleges deploying simultaneously, it is decided that the go-live date is altered for Peninsula College, Pierce College District and Cascadia College.
There were delays in critical components delivery, along with compression of training and testing schedules that have occurred because of these delays, said PC President Luke Robins through mass email.
PC and other colleges’ golive is postponed to May 11, while Olympic and Lower Columbia College will go live as scheduled on March 9.
“This 8 week delay will allow for significantly more end user training as well as additional testing ofthe new environment,” Robins said .
The ctcLink, the newer web-based system will replace the 35-year-old administration system at all 34 two-year colleges and the stale board.
Peninsula College is a part of the third deployment group for upgrading, and colleges such as Clark College have already finished ctcLink implementation last fall. With the ctcLink, students will only need one portal that takes care of financial aid, class registration, degree audit, adviser information, and most information students need. New student identification numbers for the portal will be issued from the college when ctcLink is launched.
Students will have to set up an account when the system is launched. The college is still working on how to get these numbers to students. “I wholeheartedly believe this project is going to benefit staff and students,” said ctcLink Project Manager Pauline Marvin. “I believe in it,” she followed.
In addition to that, if students decide to transfer to a school that is within the Washington State Community and Technical Colleges, all the records will transfer as well, and vice versa. “It’ll streamline a lol of our processes, it’s great for our students because everything you need is in one area,” Marvin said. She said that it will benefit the faculty and staff as well. “So far they love it because it’s very easy. We’ve heard a lot of good things from them,”she said. The ctcLink Project Tea said that everyone should look well out for further communications that will be sent out via email.
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PC staff, Faculty and Student workers; When having troubles getting the training done, consider reaching out to the following ctclink project team.
Ctclink Project Manager: Pauline Marvin at pmarvin@pencol.edu
Executive Sponsor and Financial Management Pillar Lead:Krista Francis at kfrancis@pencol.edu
Training Lead: Trisha Haggerty at thaggerty@pencol.edu
Communications Lead: Grace Kendall at gkendall@pencol.edu
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The 2020 Census: Once every 10 years civic duty
By Emily Matthiessen
The federal government has conducted a census every ten years since 1790:an official count of the population along with the gathering of other statistics necessary to disperse public funds in the fairest way possible. According to the Census Bureau the results from the 2020 census will, “determine the number of seals each state hasin the House of Representalives. They are also used to draw congressional and state legislative districts, show where communities need new schools, new clinics, new roads, and more services for families, older adults, and children. The results will also inform how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding are allocated to more than 100 programs, including Medicaid, Head Start, block grants for community mental health services, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP.” The Census is mandatory. By April 1, all households will have received information from the Bureau.
Residents can participate in the Census by phone, email,or mail. Households that do not respond via those methods will be visited by locally hired Census workers. The Census is mandated by the Constitution of the United Stales of America, and all residents must be included. It is not enough to count all citizens, because the government needs to know how many people are actually using resources and existing in any given location.
The Bureau has a timeline and methods for reaching people who do not live in homes with traditional addresses: group living situations like dormitories, homeless people, those in transit, and other special cases. All of this is a monumental task, often made more difficult by people who attempt to refuse to answer.
The information the Census Bureau collects is used for statistics, and any personally identifying info is not shared with any other governmental entities or with outside groups or individuals. “Under Title 13, the Census Bureau cannot release any identifiable information about you, your home, or your business, even to law enforcement agencies. The law ensures that your private data is protected and that your answers cannot be used against you by any government agency or court. The answers you provide are used only to produce statistics. You are kept anonymous: The Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in any way that could identify you or anyone else in your home.
The U.S. Census Bureau is bound by law to protect your answers and keep them strictly confidential. In fact, every employee takes an oath to protect your personal information for life,” according to 2020censusbureau.gov. “From the beginning of the data collection process, the Census Bureau follows industry best practices and federal requirements to protect your data. The security of Census Bureau systems is a top priority, and our IT infrastructure is designed to defend against and contain cyberthreats.
We continually refine our approach to identifying, preventing, detecting, and responding to these threats.” The Bureau warns that scammers can attempt to fool people into giving them information by posing as Census workers. “During the 2020 Census, the Census Bureau will never ask you for: your Social Security number, money or donations, anything on behalf of a political party, your bank or credit card account numbers.
If someone claiming to be from the Census Bureau contacts you via email or phone and asks you for one of these things, it’s a scam, and you should not cooperate.” All Peninsula College students students must participate in the 2020 US Census, including international students, students with DACA and dormitory students.
The Census Bureau does not share information with other governmental agencies or anyone else. They need accurate population statistics for allocating money to essential services and for congressional representation.
Podcast adds another way of storytelling
By Jamila Lopez
Let’s be honest. Most people may be too busy to sit around and read this whole article. But if it could be read to them,while on their way for coffee or to the gym or work,they may stick around for the next topic. Community Colleges and Universities across the country’ are beginning to catch on to student podcasting.
As for Peninsula College, John Anderson and Boneita Smith, both instructors are venturing out in having, students explore storytelling through podcasting. It gives students the opportunity to gain and share knowledge as well a chance for instructors to embrace change and try communicating in a different medium, Anderson said. “Podcasting creates communities, empowering people to learn from others, and possibly having a better understanding of the world,” he said.
Podcasting is becoming more popular by the millions because the format is unique. It’s information and entertainment, in bite size pieces. Anderson, English Professor, said his class has already pul good use to the new podcasting equipment in the library. He said he believes, “podcasting can contribute to other programs the college has to offer, giving students real world experiences, forcing them to plan structures and collaborations.” Fie said his students were excited and ideas were sparking. I believe if students and instructors take advantage of podcasting this can be a new way to gel students to care about learning, also realizing collaborative work is the future of education. As for instructors, podcasting can be used for curriculum building or academic projects.
Anderson said “being able to express yourself with flavor, in different languages, and letting people tell their stories and how they tell them is the heart of this whole idea.”
Campus alert and prepared for virus contagion
By Monica Tenneson
The Coronavirus, now named COVID-19 has been making noise in the news since December 2019. There are safety precautions that have been taken at Peninsula College. Marty Martinez, campus safety operations manager, said that the campus has taken the necessary precautions to be sure the campus is safe. There are also multilevel phases of preparation for such circumstances. “We have a pandemic flu procedure and part of that is based on the World Health Organization procedures,” he said.
The international ferry based in Port Angeles is also taking precautions. The Black Ball Ferry is rated as one of the cleanest ferries according to Rian Anderson, Vice President of Terminal Operations. The ferry staff has been doing their regular cleanings and disinfection, but more often for this matter. They are also slaying more aware of surfaces that are touched often as well as using lots of hand sanitizer.
According to The New England Journal of Medicine, the first case was reported in Wuhan, China. A 35-year-old man presented to an urgent care clinic in Snohomish County, Wash, on Jan. 19th, with a 4-day history of cough and fever. According to the Journal, after checking into the clinic, the patient put on a mask in the waiting room. After 20 minutes, he was taken into an examination room and underwent evaluation by a provider. Fie disclosed that he had returned to Washington Slate on Jan. 15 after traveling in Wuhan, China. The patient was treated and isolated as there were extensive treatments and close watch on his condition. On hospital day eight, illness day 12, the patient’s clinical condition improved, the Journal reported.
With similar symptoms to other known viruses, it has struck fear in many as it has rapidly spread around the world without a known cure. It is an airborne virus that seems similar to the common cold. The symptoms include: shortness of breath, cough and fever. According to the UN News, the virus can cause pneumonia, which can occur after nine days of having symptoms. This has global health authorities concerned.
“This is only the 5th time that the World Health Organization has declared a public health emergency of international concern,” according to the UN News website from Feb 3. To prevent infection from the 2019- nCoV there are precautions that be taken can help prevent infection or spread of the virus.
“Avoid contact with people who are sick, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. Stay. Home when you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw it into the trash. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe,” according to the CDC.
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Students of Color Confrence recruit
Jessie Manzer, student success navigator is recruiting students for the 2020 Students of Color Conference (SOCC). “SOCC is a great opportunity for students to explore their identity, learn about other cultures and perspectives,
and have meaningful conversations with other students across the state,” Manzer said. The application forms can be found at Student Services, and the application submission can also be made al Student Services. The deadline for application submission is March 16. For more information, contact
Manzer atjmanzer@pencol.edu.
Temporary operation hours for Student
Services
Student Services operation hour for February is
Monday: Closed to the public Tues -Thurs: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The college warns the campus community that Financial Aid access
may be further limited even during open hours due to upgrades preparation. Furthermore, placement testingis limited to pre-arrangemenl of appointments and access to the building. However, ifstudents have urgent situ-
ation, they can email Student Services at PirateCentral@pencol.edu, and
they will get students help as soon as possible.
Tess Gallagher and Gary Copeland Lilley’s poetry reading.
Tess Gallagher and Gary Copeland Lilley will read their original works of poetry at the Studium Generale
on Feb. 20 at 12:35 p.m. at the Little Theater. It is co-sponsored by the Foothills Writers series and a book signing will
follow in the Bookaneer immediately after the poetry reading. Gallagher whose home town is
Port Angeles, claims many wests —the Northwest ofAmerica, the North-west of Ireland, and a west even fur-
ther to the edge, beyond the physical. Lilley, on the other hand, has received the Washington DC Commision on the Arts Fellowship for Poetry, and she is known for her work “The
Bushman’s Medicine Show” from Lost Horse Press, and “The Hog Killing” from Blue Horse Press.For more information, contact Kate Reavey at kreavey@pencol.edu.
Census: Campaign encouraging participation
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Seeking out individuals and segments of the population that avoid answering the Census has proven to be costly to Census Bureau in time and money. Census.gov has found it makes economic sense to hire advertising agencies and multimedia professionals to create beautiful photographs and videos and targeted advertising campaigns. One such group visited Sequim in October 2019 to collaborate with members of the Jamestown S’Klallam tribe on a photo shoot. The crew of photographer Michael Jones of Portland, Ore. followed as the tribe members paddled their canoe out past
the Travis Spit in Sequim Bay.
They sang as they paddled and made a colorful contrast with the blue of the water and
sky. Jones had his camera connected to a laptop so that his assistant could monitor exposure and he shot a series of images of the paddlers against the backdrops of Mount Baker, the Olympics, and the crumbling bluffs ofthe bay. One of these images can be seen on a billboard when headed east out of Port Angeles.
Pete’s week: Cramming and Dodging
Improv brings out the playful imagination in adults
By Emily Matthiessen
Curious or passionate about improv? Residents of Clallam and Jefferson County have a number of opportunities to learn about and experience improv in the upcoming months. “Improv to me is the art of spontaneity. It is quick, uninhibited thinking and doing what comes naturally to children, but becomes suppressed as we mature. So much of what young children do is hilarious to adults. Allowing that freedom of expression in an adult setting is even funnier,” said Nancy Peterson, improv performer and teacher. Improv is short for improvisation,
and is a style of theater in which the performer does not memorize a performance but instead creates one spontaneously, usually as part of a supportive group.
“Together you create magic realities. It’s like playwriting on the move, you are writing a play as you go, with other people. You’re accepting other people’s ideas and adding to it,” said Dr Lara Starcevich, a professor of speech and drama at Peninsula college who will give a Studium Generale presenta-
tion called “How to Improve Your Life with Improv,” at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27. She will speak about how improv can positively impact a practitioner’s life.
“Supporting the group is the essence of improv,” Starcevich told the Peninsula College acting class she co-teaches with
Pete Griffin this winter quarter. Students are practicing their drama skills through improv for the first time in her 11 years teaching at the college. “The main focus of this class is learning the fundamentals of acting, but learning them through improv,” she said. Starcevich said that during the March performances the audience will be seated on the stage near the players for greater intimacy. “The actors, when they feel the audience’s presence, and see them
reacting to them, they perform better,”Starcevich said.
The more people attend a performance the merrier because in improv the audience is also a player, often encouraged to contribute suggestions for characters, plot, setting, or relationships. Improv is known for stimulating laughter.The laughter encourages the performers to relax into the silliness that often comes from spontaneity on stage.
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The class will give a series of live perfor-
mances at the Little Theater on March 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m., March 11 at 11 a.m. They are free for students and have a recommended donation of $10 for community.
Improv: More opportunities at Peninsula College
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Bainbridge Island’s Imagined Reality will be perfonning March 14 at Olympic Theatre Arts, OTA,
in Sequim. This group has had four years of practice and perfor-
mances. Cast member Nancy Peterson said, “Everything is made up on the spot based on suggestions
from the audience. The show is structured using various improv games such as ‘A Day in the
Life’, in which the cast reenacts an audience member’s day, ‘Soap Opera’, a story created based on
names given to each actor by the audience, and ‘Lines from a Hat’, short scenes which incorporate
written quotes from the audiencethat are randomly drawn from a hat and used to lake the story in a generally hilarious direction. Every show is different and full of surprises.” Peterson teaches a class twice a
month on Wednesday evenings at OTA and hopes to foster the creation of an amateur improv group in Sequim. The new session starts March 18. “My methodology, and also the way I learned to do improv
from several wonderful teachers, is to dive right in, feet first. Class generally starts with a couple of
warm-ups to work on concepts and techniques and to get out of people’s comfort zone to loosen up a bit. Then it’s right into the improv games. I believe in learning by doing.
Students are given the structure of the games, perform scenes, and then are given suggestions for making improvement or reinforcement on techniques. Gradually, students’ skills improve and they learn to trust their instincts,” Peterson said.
In Port Angeles, community members can attend Starcevich and Fred Robinson’s free bi-
monthly improv workshop at the Port Angeles Community Playhouse on the second and last Sun-
days ofthe month at 6 to 8 p.m. “A lot ofpeople are drawn to it because after a while it allows you
to be comfortable with yourself, perfect or not, you just learn to accept yourself,” Starcevich said.
Carbon-based Art forms
By Chelsea Sanders
Peninsula College installed an incredible new art exhibit this
February. “My Carbon Dialogue” is an installment by David Eisenhour that is housed in the PUB gallery at Peninsula College. These beautiful pieces of art are made of carbon prints and bronze sculptures.
Following this installation, Eisenhour will be having a Studium Generale presentation on this art exhibit on March 12 at
12:45 p.m. in the Little Theater.
In his Studium General, Eisenhour will talk about his journey in discovering how to turn his personal dialogue with nature into art that can evoke a greater meaning. In Eisenhour’s exhibit, he combines himself with nature
showing his deep appreciation for nature itself. “I was raised in a rural setting in northern Pennsylvania where I developed a love and fascination for nature at a young age,” Eisenhour said. He also expressed that he
was inspired.to pursue art after discovering Ansel Adams’ photographs and Robert Bateman’s paintings in elementary school. “I realized there was something being conveyed that transcended language,” Eisenhour said.
“When I’m creating I feel connected to something greater than myself. It’s in the moments when everything around me but what I’m working on disappears when I do not exist,” he said. Eisenhour’s goal after his installation at Peninsula College is to “keep creating as long as my body will permit. I will pursue museum shows, public art, gallery representation and individual collectors who appreciate my art,” he said.
If people could take anything away from David Eisenhour’s art exhibit, he wishes that it be an affirmation oflove for nature and a desire to ask questions.” Eisenhour’s exhibit is at Peninsula College until March 12.
Movie Review: ‘Stronger’
Review by Natasia Siagian
Stronger is a based-on-a- true-slory drama presenting one man, JeffBaumann, whose life changed completely after the horrific tragedy of 2013 Boston Marathon. Directed by David Gordon Green, Stronger is not the typical fact-based production that sometimes either misses the essential mark or goes way wrong too fast.
Instead, he takes the audiences on an excruciating journey of a man trying to pull himselfout ofthe darkness and finda meaning in life again. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, he portrays Jeffas a struggling guy, who is trying to make enough
money by working at Costco, in order to watch the Red Sox game in his lucky chair. The first few scenes were
captured at a bar with him, his mom Patty, Miranda Richardson, dad Big Jeff, Clancy Brown, alongside his seemingly
annoying and loud relatives drinking together. There, he is also in a process trying to make amends with his
on-off girlfriend Erin, Tatiana Maslany, because apparently Jeff is known to always not show up, and it’s dividing them
apart.
Keen to show her that he’s worthy of a second chance, he plans on cheering her at the Boston Marathon, which she’s participating in, with a lovely banner at the finish line.
However, the unexpected happened when a terrorist attack leaves Jeff in the hospital, both of his legs amputated. It puts Jeff and Erin’s relationship to a whole new territory when they have to deal with all the press and spotlight of Jeff
being the face of Boston Strong. Playwright John Pollono worked with the script by focusing on the details, of Jeff’s personal loss and pain and not so much on the terrorists, which caught more public attention. There’s one part when he was sent home after being in a hospital for six weeks, and he has to face multiple challenges such as being carried to his second-story apartment, using the toilet, even having to go to physical treatment that costs
him a lot ofenergy.
His everyday life is undeniably affected, also with keeping a strong bond with Erin. The unconventional approach of the movie allows the audiences to become more
involved in his story. Green did justice on showcasing both Jeff’s good and bad sides, and Gyllenhaal made a truly stunning performance with suchminimal camera work, it’s almost effortless. Maslany’s representation of
Erin is flawless, describing a supporting girlfriend that has to be the one who is strong enough
while everything around her is crumbling to pieces.
The raw connection between Gyllenhaal and Maslany is enhanced when the doctors finally take the bandages off his legs.
The camera focused on their faces trying so hard to hold on to pain, together.
Patty’s alcohol addiction and her obsession on making sure Jeff is in every headline while being a mother adds more nuance into Richardson’s character.
Jeff Bauman is a motivation through his vulnerability as a human being. Pure honesty is poured out throughout the entire movie, and the result is marvelous. He mentioned, “go help somebody else” every’ time someone is offering help as if he’s not worth saving. But, as he is finally standing with his new prosthcics, he begins to have
new purpose in life.
Campus Voices: What do you think about Makah Whaling?
“I’m trying to look at both sides ofthis. You got the whale, you got the tradition, which is
their culture. We shouldn’t mess with that because in the constitution you have the freedom of religion and beliefs… So, if they aggressively keep taking out whales they are going to be extinct. So this is a touchy issue.”
“I heard abouhit from a friend of mine, saying that there’s something going on with the
whale hunting back then, here, back then. It got banned, but somehow they’re trying to bring it back. I didn’t know that it already got approved. That’s crazy, but I am totally against it, cause
it’s just so cruel.”
“I do not think that it is the governments right to tell the Makah what they can and can’t
do with traditional practices. And that’s pretty deep to the roots.”
“It is my opinion that if it was signed into the treaty, then I think Makah should be able to whale. And on the topic of conservation and logical preservation, I think if anyone is going to be concerned and respectful
about it, it will be the Tribe, as opposed to some fishing or whaling corporation that is
fighting for the ocean.
I think I’m against whaling because if we allow one group to whale, then other groups will
start wondering ifthey could whale too. Then the number of whales decreases. It’s not
endangered but it’s not much. I feel like it’ll just be a matter of time that they become endangered.
“I’m disagreeing about it. I very like whales. I think its cruel. I disagree because I very hate people to kill some people that will be extinct right now. I don’t like that.”
Covid-2019 is not the only fatal disease spreading
Viewpoint by Halle Nottage
As Coronavirius is rapidly growing and infecting people, it seems as though another disease is rapidly growing and infecting people’s hearts and head’s as well: racism. As many people know, the virus began in
China, and within a matter of weeks has claimed 1,775 lives and infected more than 71,000 people according to CNN News as of Feb. 17 at 2 p.m. Pacific Standardized Time. This particularly vicious disease has swept
through nations, and has even been found in our own yard here on American Soil in multiple cities, including Snohomish County. However, the disease is not the only thing affecting the quality of Chinese people’s lives. As the disease has grown, so has a negative stereotype surrounding Chinese people: that they are all infected, or going
to become infected, and that they will infect everyone around them. As a result, there
has been a form of retaliation against them found within racist acts and hate crimes. A simple Google search with the words, “Chinese people, Coronavirius, hate crime” will lead you to dozens if not hundreds of news
articles detailing vicious attacks oh innocent people simply because ofthis brand new stereotype. Now, it must be understood that one of the root causes of racism is fear, and this virus has many people scared for their lives, their family’s lives, and the lives of millions of other people. However, acting out in fear
will only bring division and chaos amongst humans, which is the exact opposite ofwhat
is actually needed in such scary and disease riddled times. Rather, this is the time to extend an olivebranch to Chinese people, to let them know that they are not alone in fighting both the
disease ofracism as well as the actual virus itself, and to let them know that they are not
alone in their fear and grief. Racism will only cause this disease to grow faster and
faster, but if there is unity to be found and racism to be extinguished, a cure could potentially come faster, and help to save all of humanity from what could potentially be the
next devastating plague.
Data Journalism pioneer Ida B. Wells
In 1895 Ida B. Wells published “The Red Record: Tabulated Statistics and Alleged Causes of
Lynching in the United States, 1892-1894.”
“No good result can come from any investigation which refuses to consider the facts. A
conclusion that is based upon a presumption, instead ofthe best evidence, is unworthy of a moment’s consideration…The Christian and moral forces of the nation should insist that misrepre-
sentation should have no place in the discussion of this all-important question, that the figures
of the lynching record should be allowed to plead, trumpet-tongued, in defense ofthe slandered
“The very frequent inquiry made after my lectures by interested friends is What can I do to
help the cause?’ The answer always is: ‘Tell the world the facts.
Fresh start boosts Pirates spirit
By Halle Nottage
One of the most complicated phenomena that Junior College athletics programs face is the fact that they must rebuild their teams each year. Halfthe team moves on,
and new athletes come in, which changes many things inside and outside the playing atmosphere.
Peninsula College men’s basketball is no exception to this occurrence, with only three of last year’s seven freshman
returning. However, despite practically starting from scratch Head Coach Donald Rollman has led his team into a solid record, having gone 7-3 in conference play, and 17-5 overall.
This currently has Peninsula in third place within the North Region standings, and in position to clinch a playoff position as well as holding the potential to win the North Region as well.
Rollman seems to have an optimistic outlook. “We’re right in the thick of things. Our goal is to focus on ourselves
and ultimately you just wanna get there. If we have the opportunity to win conference then we’ll push ourselves to take advantage ofthat.”
“Our current goal right now is to win each game we need to win and stay focused, ifwe can take care ofthe business that is in front of us and control our own destiny, which is something we’ve talked a lot about. Then we’ll see how pieces fall into place. We aren’t out ofthe way of a conference championship but we’re also not in the playoffs yet either. It’s a really tough league this year, there’s really 5 or 6 teams gunning for 4 spots,” he said.
This season has had its fair share of highs and lows for the young team, but throughout each low has come a period of
learning that has influenced their recent winning streak. A large part ofthat influence has come from a group effort.
“A lot ofguys have done a lot of good things, it hasn’t been one or two guys that have carried us. It’s been a group effort, which is ultimately what you want because one or two guys can win you a
game but they’re not gonna win you a championship. So if you have championship aspirations it’s gotta come from all 15 guys you have,” Rollman said. In addition to this, Rollman has also noted that they have had several stand out players. Two of those players include sophomores Davian Harris-Williams from Tacoma, Wash., and Malik Moore
from Las Vegas, Nev. “Davian and Malik are two guys who got a lot of significant playing time last
year, and a really big piece ofwhat we do and both ofthem are having really really good years,” Rollman said.
Besides those two players, Rollman noted that several freshman have also done quite a few good things for the team, Jaylin Reed from Lodi, Calif., Everett Torres-Kahapea from Kailua, Hawaii, Nate Despain from Sequim, Wash. as well as sophomore transfer Marquis Gurske from Bremerton, Wash. On these players, Rollman said, “Jaylin Reed has done an incredible job, Everett Torres-Kahapea has given us a good boost at times. Nate isjust Nate, he’s such a hard worker and such a great kid. Marquis is a transfer who came in off a torn ACL and has done a really good job and
has been playing extremely well lately”
Altogether, the Peninsula Men’s Basketball team has clearly become a force to be reckoned with, a particularly special win occured Feb. 12 the number one team in the North, Skagit Valley.
After 40 minutes of nail-biting play,Peninsula came out on top winning 74-73. There are currently four games left in
season, with two home games left to be played on Feb. 19 and 26.
Super Smash Bros up next
By: Jamila Lopez
One of the most increasing sports in the world, eSports, short for electronic
sports, can be played in the comfort of your own home. It is a team-based
video game competition and can be watched either online or in person.
Peninsula College has joined the eSports wave and our team has finally started playing on campus.
In fact, Charlie Morrow ,the eSports head coach, explains that things have been going very well for the new team.
In Fall quarter, 2020, they plan to start recruiting for a Super Smash Bros team to play against other college, eventually starting tournaments, also open to students and the general public. They plan to stream and invite the public to watch the games very soon. As for now, the team is competing against other
colleges in room Ml33. As PC eSports team continues to progress, they have enlisted Jeremiah
Johnson, assistant athletic director, to design a jersey for them.
The team has upcoming games for the next few weeks. However, Morrow said that “unfortunately with eSports, everything is somewhat on the fly when it comes to scheduling for matches. It’s hard to advertise our games because we have our set schedule, but we don’t know who were playing until about three days before our game, or we don’t know when we are competing, considering we are playing schools from all over the country in the different time zones, scheduling can be a bit of a challenge.”
If students are interested in tuning in on PC’s eSports team live action game, they can find them on Twitch.tv,
which will be set up by or before spring quarter. If interested in joining the colleges eSports team Marrow explains the basic skill sets they are looking for are, to be knowledgeable of games, to have some competitive experience in gaming and having any kind of existing experience on a gaming team is a super plus as well. Inaction being able
to be a team player is a absolute must.
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