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Welcome to the wondrous Issue II (its good for your noggin)!

Hey there, my dear reader Heres the part where I beckon the eyes of your coveted attention into another one of our newsletters. Once again I am required to provide you with a gripping and well written introduction as you fall into the wondrous pages of The Eagle Review, Issue 2. Inside this newsletter, you will find a personal insight from an instructor, a fascinating report on our accreditation standing an abundance of rhythmical writings, a student feature on sci-fi costumes, a holiday season anecdote by a retail saleswoman, and much more. Theres also a not-so-traditional Christmas story, best read by a warm fire with a spiced mug of eggnog to set the mood. Speaking of which, EGGNOG IS ON THE SHELVES! I, personally, am infatuated with the seasonal beverage that some might describe as unpleasantly viscous. Cant wait for it appear in its overpriced cartons. Even now, I am enjoying myself some as I write this intro (no better way to get in the holiday season mood). And to those who dislike it, I say youre unAmerican. Let me explain. Eggnog traces its origins to an eighteenth century drink called posset enjoyed by British aristocrats (with their snobbish vocabulary and silly wigs). It consisted of milk, eggs, and sherry, all of which were scarce in Britain, making it a rather expensive cocktail. But in the Thirteen, farming was a relatively common endeavor, making cows and chickens regularly available. The pricy sherry, however, was replaced with cheaper whiskey and rum. Its a known fact that George Washington, the champion of our nation, loved his eggnog (along with a generous addition of hard liquor). After the War for Independence, Americans continued to enjoy what they began to call eggnog, while the British equivalent slowly decreased in popularity until it had virtually vanished. Even today, the custardy concoction is widely unpopular among the British. In fact, Andrew Shanahan of The Guardian once recalled his experience with eggnog with little fondness, saying, People rarely get it right, but even if you do it still tastes horrible. The smell is like an omelette and the consistency defies belief. It lurches around the glass like partiallysentient sludge. Sounds like my kind of drink! So you see, when you down a cup of the goopy stuff youre continuing the American tradition of sticking to the arrogantly oppressive (my logic is undeniably infallible). Of course, it doesnt matter to me whether you like eggnog or not, as long as you find this newsletter to your liking. So sit down, read these pages, and enjoy (with some eggnog, for goodness sakes). Jacob Zentner President,I-101

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President Jacob Zentner Vice-President Sarah Steele Treasurer Liz Urias Secretary Cristal Reyes Faculty Advisor Kevin Ferns
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Welcome to the second issue of the Eagle Review! Dr. Fairchild writes on Accreditation, Mr. Prez speaks! Some interesting writing courses, Baristas Choice Math Club! Join I-101! A letter from Jenny McCabe Getting ready for Finals, Cool Cars on Campus Interview With a Student Mac n Cheese recipes for the starving student 12 8 9 11

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Black Friday Madness! Poem: A Dance of Spirits Poem: Indo Noir, Nasty Kresswell Kringle Poems: Looking for a Kiss, The Color of Grass, Adventures in Umberland, On Commentary Wicked Awesome Costumes, Same Time Tomorrow

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Some of you may be wondering Where are we in the Accreditation process? Good question! We have just completed a follow up visit to evaluate our progress over the past year. In October, 2012, WCC underwent a comprehensive accreditation review. The external Evaluation Team verified the shortcomings that we had selfidentified in our Self-Study Report. In January, the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) reviewed the evaluation report submitted by the Evaluation Team and determined that our college had not fully complied with the Accreditation Standards. The Commission placed us on Warning but made it clear that the College was still accredited and would remain so while we addressed the concerns. There are three levels of sanction: Warning; Probation; and Show Cause. The U.S. Department of Education requires that ACCJC hold the colleges to a two-year time limit for correcting deficiencies to meet all of the Accreditation Standards. We were placed at the first level and quickly developed a clear plan to address the concerns. In its Action Letter, the Commission detailed four college-level recommendations for action and five District-wide recommendations that apply to WCC, Yuba College and the District collectively. At the College level, we need to work on: 1) Integration and Assessment of our planning processes; 2) Expanding Student Learning Outcomes Assessment to all areas; 3) Assessment of Distance Education; 4) Professional Development and Training for faculty & staff, particularly relating to technology training. These recommendations were consistent with the findings of the Visiting Team, so we were not surprised; in fact, we had had already begun to address the

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The Scoop on Accreditation, courtesy of Dr. Fairchilds

college level issues. The District-wide recommendations related to : 1) Planning; 2) Implementing a Resource Allocation Model; 3) Delineation of functional responsibility between the Colleges and the District, particularly in planning and decision-making; 4) Integrating Human Resources planning into institutional planning; 5) Defining clear processes for hiring and evaluating the College Presidents. We are required to address the recommendations and submit a Follow Up Report by October 15th, with a follow up visit by Commission representatives to verify our progress. None of these actions or requirements are extraordinary and are reflected at many other institutions across the state. So, what did we do? We convened an Accreditation Response Team (A.R.T.) to oversee the process. The team assigned action items to various college committees to address specific details of the recommendations. In addition, the A.R.T. designated liaisons to work with District staff in resolving each of the District-wide recommendations. The groups have established June 15th, 2013 as the target to complete our responses to College and District level recommendations. This allowed a first-draft report to be compiled over the summer in time for review by constituent groups in August. We held campus forums to review report materials before submittal to Chancellor Houston and ultimately to the Board in advance of the ACCJC due date. Over the past year, I provided detailed monthly updates to the Board of Trustees and to the college community. On November 6th, two members of the original Evaluation Team conducted the follow up visit and were very complimentary on what we have accomplished in the past year. The team will submit a written report for review and consideration by the Accrediting Commission at its January, 2014 meeting. We will be notified of our status in

late January. You can find information about Accreditation, related documents, and progress reports from the A.R.T. via a link on the WCC webpage (top left side menu). For more information on the ACCJC, go to accjc.org On another noteI want to give a shout out to the officers of ASWCC and to the students who are involved in activities, especially those who have stepped up to serve on college committees. The level of student involvement this year is amazing and very much appreciated by the administrators, faculty and staff. Also, congratulations on the opening of the Eagles Nest and kudos to Jesse Foster for his leadership in this totally student-driven initiative. You all rock! Respectfully submitted: Dr. Fairchilds

A Word From Your Student Body President

Hello Everyone! We are nearing the end of the semester, and crunch time approaches. We will all undoubtedly be very busy as finals week approaches. Since the last newsletter, ASWCC has been involved in quite a few events. On October 3rd, we had the Grand Opening of the Eagles Nest, as well as an Open Mic and tabling for clubs. It was probably our most successful event, we had a good turnout and everyone enjoyed the music, food, and social interaction. This semester, 20 new bike racks capable of holding a total of 40 bikes were installed in front of the library as well as near the 600 building! These were made possible by the generous donations of the friends and family of Lee Mitchell, one of the original faculty at WCC and an avid cyclist. If you are interested, please see Ana Villagrana in the office of the president (100 building). Dr. Fairchilds and I are confident that with additional fundraising, even more bike racks and bike infrastructure will be added to the school. We hope that the new bike racks will incentivize students to go green and healthy by riding their bikes to school whenever possible. We have had several Open Mics, some more successful than others. I would say the less successful ones were the result of having multiple events going on during college hour on campus. Next semester we will coordinate better with other organizations around campus to plan and publicize Open Mics. Additionally we had several student forums, Be sure to visit the Eagles Nest! Its right in front of the school in the brown portable, just beside the book store!

which went pretty well in my opinion. During the first two things were a little stiff and formal, possibly as a result of my nervousness. Our final student forum was very effective and motivating. We were able to successfully take suggestions and even vote on upcoming events. Next semester we will have a student forum on the last Tuesday of each month from 12-1PM in the Eagles Nest, and I expect we will even more successfully involve the students in the decisions that affect their lives.

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Of course, there is still a lot of work to do in the Eagles Nest. We envision converting nearly all the furniture to comfy couches, loveseats and arm chairs arranged around the room. We hope that with sufficient organization we can make it a place where students can come relax, play a game with their friends, rent

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sports equipment, and interact socially. A lot of the work we need to do will be fairly time consuming, which is why the ASWCC team (all volunteer) will be meeting several times over the break to discuss and plan the upcoming semester. If you are a student who is interested in participating over the break, please sign up

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for text or email updates from ASWCC per graphic accompanying this article. One of our priorities for the coming year is securing some sort of discount for WCC students through Yolobus. To be honest, this project has been put on the back burner during this semester due to all the other events ASWCC has been involved in. In early December, Dr. Fairchilds and I will meet with Terry Bassett (Executive Director of Yolobus) to discuss what our options are and what needs to be done. I am very confident that we will be able to secure a memorandum of understanding with Yolobus that will greatly benefit WCC students. Another very high priority for us is the creation of systems to support organically organized student sporting events. Using the Eagles Nest as an organizing and network center, students will be able to independently organize pick-up games, leagues, and tournaments of games from soccer to a wide variety of games. Some popular ideas are Soccer, Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, Flag or Touch Football, and Kickball. We have a beautiful grass field that sucks up a ton in water, labor, and equipment costs. Unfortunately, it is very rarely used by students except for the occasional tournament. I say we should be using this resource as frequently as possible to better our health, and build a real feeling of community on our campus. We may not be going to a four year university (yet), but we can still have as close to the full college experience as possible. All we need is organization, and student leaders to step up and take things into their own hands to democratically improve their campus. Thank you, Jesse Foster ASWCC President

Do you like this newsletter? It was written by students who were inspired in their English classes and took creative writing at WCC! In the spring, WCC is offering the following creative writing and literature classes: English 31, W5866, Creative Writing. Offered T/TH 1-2:15 pm. Emphasizes principles of writing poetry, short fiction, autobiography, and drama. Students write in prescribed forms and in experimental forms of their own choosing. Work done in the course may be contributed to the college literary magazine. English 36, W7903, American Ethnic Voices. Offered T/TH 2:30-3:45 pm. Survey of selected American ethnic writers of African, European, Native American, Central/South American, Mexican-American, Asian, and Middle Eastern descent, focusing on how these writings contribute to the dialogue of American voices and how the writings both reflect and shape a definition of American culture. English 46B, W5730, Introduction to English Literature II. Offered M/ W 2:30-3:45 pm. Survey of British Literature from the end of the Eighteenth Century to the present; writers will include, among others, Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Tennyson, Arnold, Joyce, Yeats, and Eliot; special attention paid to major literary genres. Sign up today!

The Italian Espresso Experience... Need that extra boost to help get you through finals? Maybe you need a reprieve from the hustle and bustle of school work? Be sure to visit Barista's Choice Espresso Bar, in the 100 bldg. student lounge. Come enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere where you can treat yourself to an alluring cup of coffee or espresso drink. Enjoy a place where people can sit and talk for hours because they're drawn to the experience of simply drinking a milk-infused espresso beverage that catapults you to Italy or France. This is a place where you can socialize with friends talking about the previous night, peeling away the layers of your day, until you reach that ultimate coffee buzz which makes surviving the upcoming day that much easier.

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NEW CLUB ON CAMPUS: WCCS MATH CLUB!

Interested in joining? We meet twice a month in the back area of the 600 building. First Friday of the month at 9am and third Friday at 11am. Meetings are fun and informal. While we are the Math Club, we tend to chat about things like games and strategies within them, or sometimes upcoming technologies and invention ideas. We are always open to new topics and new people. We also have a forum up online at http://wccmathclub.boards.net/ There, people can contact us for anything math club related. We hope to also use the forum to provide homework help for all math students at the school.
Interested in developing your writing talents? Perhaps you feel you have virtually no talent for word craft at all and would like to change that? Maybe you find yourself to be the greatest writer this world has ever seen and you want to share your magnificence? Imaginating 101 wants you! We love to write. No matter our level of creativity or talent, we get together and learn, discuss, and practice wordy wizardy. Our meetings are fun, casual, and highly supportive. Please, drop in anytime! We meet every Thursday at noon in room 843. Bring your lunch!

Check out Issue 1 of the Eagle Review! for all the different clubs on campus. Be sure to get in touch with ASWCC to find out more about one matching your interests or to start a new club.

The Eagle Reviews Teacher Feature, featuring Jennifer McCabe

In the days following our student-teacher interview, Mrs. McCabe went above and beyond to express her feelings regarding one of my questions in an email to me. Her response was poignant and insightful, and, with her permission, is proudly featured for this issue's teacher feature. I have left the email just as it is, as I feel it is a letter to me just as much as it is a letter to all her students. Thank you. Cristal Reyes Cristal, Ive been thinking a bit this weekend about that question on what I do to help make students more comfortable in my classes. If I could Id like to provide a better answer than I did when we met on Thursday. As Ive taught classes since we last met, I realized that Im always trying to do things to help my students feel more comfortable in class. I think that it all started when I was a kid ever since I was really young my mom taught me to try and put myself in other peoples shoes, particularly whenever there was a new kid who moved to our area/were new in school. My mom helped me understand how difficult that can be for a person, so I should make a special effort to talk to that person and try to help them fit in. In thinking about your question, I realized that quality has become so ingrained in me such a way that Im always trying to make a person who might feel uncomfortable in a situation feel as though they fit in. (Im not sure how consciously I do this anymore, but in paying attention to myself over the last several days I realize that I do it all of the time.) In terms of my WCC classes, I think I do that the first day of classes when I ask students to fill out those questionnaires so I can learn a bit more about them so I can try to connect with them, their interests, and their experiences. When we go around having students share something they learned about their partners not only do I want them to learn something about each other so that theyll hopefully feel more comfortable in class because theyve met at least one other student, but I try to show my interest in what theyre saying and who they are so they know that Im interested in them as people too. When I teach I try to talk to my students, not at them. I try to make eye contact with everyone, be aware of the times students might be having difficulties and follow-up, showing my interest in helping Jennifer on a recent hiking trip to the Alps them, and generally smiling a lot. Throughout the semester I try to continue to connect with the students, learning their names, talking to them one-on-one sometimes in class, sometimes outside of class, asking them how they are doing (both in class and more generally in their life) and genu-

inely expressing interest in their answers. I try to make myself approachable to students. I share with my students that, like them, I went to community college before transferring to a 4-year college so I know what theyre going through. Rather than require that they call me by some academic title I encourage students to call me by my first name (and even the more casual form, Jenny if they prefer) and I share some of my personal interests with them to hopefully make me more human and more approachable to them. I play music at the start of class and share my bad sense of humor to help put students at ease and to hopefully help them connect a bit more with me and make me seem more approachable. I also really encourage students to come see me in my office hours (or other times if my office hours dont work for them) and when they do come I express my genuine happiness that they are there coming to talk to me and get help if they are having difficulties. Oh, and I smile a lot. I was great to see you! Jennifer

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Prepping For The Big Day

An exploration in preparing for finals by Jacob Zentner
Here we are, at the cusp of the semester's end, feeling as worn out and frail as the brittle leaves falling off the trees. As the days grow shorter, so does the time we have to sneak the opportunity into our busy schedules for a few minutes of crucial study time, because here come the inevitable (and often intimidating) Finals of Fall 2013. But have no fear, my fretful friend. For in the face of these inquisitive monstrosities, you will prevail as long as you put a bit of effort into your preparation. As your fellow student, I think it pertinent that I do all I can to make sure you're ready when the Big Day comes. I will accomplish this by providing you with some of the most tried and true advice for finals preparation. My credibility on this topic is questionable because of my reputation as a procrastinator, so I've provided substantial supplementation from a few of WCC's teachers and students, including myself. Let's start with a theoretical FAQ: How should I study for finals? Although the answer to this question may seem subjective, there are a few key points that most teachers and students agree on. "You have to study over a long period of time," says Dr. Stephanie Touchman, a professor of biology at WCC. "You cannot cram." Cramming, as we all know, is a way of vaguely memorizing a massive amount of cumulative information by staying up the night before an exam and frantically skimming through all your material. This method is considered ineffective by most because your poor brain gets overloaded, making it difficult to process the pertinent information you'll need the next day. Simon, ASWCC Senator of Math and Science agrees, saying, "I try to do as much as I can ahead of time so that I'm not cramming." Taking in the important information in concentrated doses allows your brain to understand the concepts more accurately and retain them for the Big Day. A good way to make sure it sticks is to practice inquiry. "You have to self-test yourself," adds Dr. Touchman. This forces your brain to access the information, causing it to take up a more permanent residence in your memory. Kathy (pictured below), one of Dr. Touchman's biology students, makes index cards, which are great for group studying as well. I use a similar method by rereading my notes and rewriting key points and terms. By repetition, you can retain information as you copy it from one location to another. Matt Clark, our resident statistics professor, encourages his students to "go over their relevant quizzes and tests." Reviewing your old stuff and redoing any missed problems is especially useful if you need to strengthen your mental grasp of a concept you're feeling iffy about. Another component of studying you may want to consider: location. For some students, any free space where they can seat their bottom and spread out their sprawled materials is good enough. However, some enjoy the comfort of a familiar setting where they can focus with minimal distraction. The ideal place for studying should be where you primarily spend your relaxation time when you have it. For Kathy ), it's at her coffee table. For Simon, it's at his kitchen table with some vibrant jazz playing. For me it's on my cozy sofa with the stereo on low volume to help keep me awake, because it's usually late in the night before the test (procrastinator, remember?). Another FAQ: How do I know what to study for? This is an important question to ask yourself. One, because you want to be prepared for the right kind of problems, and two, you don't want to waste time (oh, precious time, with its brief respites and meager allotments). The answer to this is, of course, quite simple. Ask your teacher. They'll let you know what material you're most likely to encounter on their final. Some, like Mr. Clark, provide handouts that emphasize the central ideas the final will cover. Prepping continued on page 5

Cool Cars on Campus

Who doesnt love an awesome car? We find the coolest cars on campus and bring them to your attention. This months car is owned by Neal DAmico, pictured here with his car. JACOB ZENTNER: Whats your cars make, model, year, engine, and transmission? NEAL DAMICO: My car is a 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle. It has a 2276cc race built motor with a built four speed manual transmission and a stage 3 pressure plate and stage 3 clutch. JZ: How did you become the lucky driver behind the wheel of this car and how long have you owned it? ND: I have had this car since I was in the 5th grade and my dad and I have done everything ourselves including the engine. JZ: Does your car have a name? ND: My car does not have a name JZ: Where do you most enjoy driving your car? ND: I enjoy taking my car up through lake Berryessa. JZ: Whats your favorite feature about your car? ND: My favorite feature on my car is probably the engine because of how much hard work Swans. We went down to San Luis Obispo to visit our friends, who go to Cal Poly, for their poly royal week. I will never take my car that far again because [the combination of] the noise and no a/c was horrible. But it was still a great adventure! JZ: How fast have you gone in your car, and why? ND: I dont want to say how fast I have gone, but it was definitely unsafe haha. JZ: Wheres your cars dream destination? ND: I dont think my car has a dream destination I think its happy where it is. JZ: Hand wash or machine wash? ND: Definitely hand wash. JZ: If your car could be featured in a movie, what genre would it be? ND: It would have to be a comedy/ went into it and the power it puts out ;) action movie because its a quick slug bug JZ: Wheres the longest trip you've taken with JZ: If your car were a superhero, what power your car? Whered you go and who was with would it have? you? ND: I would hope it was an ecofriendly superND: The longest trip I have made in my bug hero because I hate getting 14 mpg haha. was this year in April with my buddy Big

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a big part in proper preparation for the final, but only if you ask them. Let's examine now the FAQ that, in my opinion, is the most important for the Big Day: How should I handle test stress? We've all had it. That moment you turn your exam over and find that, despite all your hours studying, the first problem halts all progress like a concrete wall and crushes hope in a tidal wave of despair (okay, maybe it's not that bad). One solution to get around this roadblock is to make the test work for you. "If I can't think of the solution," says Simon, "I leave it...and when I come back to it, the solution's come out in a later problem." By linking problems that cover similar concepts, you can gather hints to answer the ones that have got you stumped. The reverse of this is to seek out the ones you're sure of first thing. "Find a problem you're comfortable with," advises Clark. "Do it to gain some confidence and momentum." Feeling good about your performance early in an exam can mean the difference between an A and a C. These methods, of course, only apply to exams encountered in the math and science departments. English, however, is a different animal altogether. "Read the essay carefully,

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map out your plan, and write the response," says Ferns. "Then reread and reread again." When formulating a response, it's crucial that you consider all the questions being asked. Remember to introduce your argument with confidence and create connections between your points. An A grade essay is one that has structural flow as well as a strongly defended thesis (which should never be omitted). Test stress can be devastating to a student during the darkest hour of their semester. But you should remember that you are better prepared than you might think. "I try to remind myself that I got this," says Kathy. And sometimes, a brain break may be all you need. "Taking a minute to relax really helps," says Simon. It's no wonder that the age-old advise to just breathe can work miracles. You've read the material (let's hope) and you've reviewed the notes (we assume), so you have the tools to cruise through the inquisitive obstacles of an exam with blatant confidence, but you shouldn't forget that preparing for a final doesn't have to be a solo endeavor. Form a study group with classmates, attend the tutoring center, or spend some personal time with your instructor. "I would definitely encourage students to seek help," says Simon. Don't deny yourself the resources that are available to you. Be ready, be attentive, and above all, be confident. Good luck on your finals, my friend. Wishing you 100%, Jacob Zentner

Prepping continued from page 4 To a student, such a handout is worth its weight in platinum whose value can never be overestimated. Through it, teachers can convey the knowledge they intend to extract from their students, which is an important thing for the student to understand in preparation for the extraction. "Did they learn the basics?" asks Mr. Clark, while others, like Dr. Touchman (above), are wondering, "What has gotten into their long term memory that they can use in their own life?" The answer differs between departments, too. Kevin Ferns, professor of English and literature says, "I want to know if they can apply the tools that they've been accumulating to create something new." Being aware of what your teacher's intentions can play

Interview With A Student

WCC Student Ofelia Vasquez offers her strategies on surviving a horror film and why you should always be a unicorn. LIZ URIAS: Whats your major and why did you pick it? OFELIA VASQUEZ: Agriculture. I was very involved in the FFA at Woodland High School. LU: Whats the best thing about college? OV: I get to choose my schedule. LU: Do you get a lot of Hamlet references because of your name? OV: Way too manyit would be pretty messed up if someone named their daughter after a suicidal girl! LU: Thor or Loki? OV: They are both pretty handsome, but I like bad boys, so I would go with Loki. (Authors note, high five girl!) LU: What are the top three songs on your playlist? OV: Crazy and Wild by Bruno Mars. Stand Up by Ludacris. My Chick Bad Remix, also by Ludacris. LU: Whats the last book you read? OV: [The] last book I read was Like Water for Chocolate just because of class. I dont like reading. LU: Do you prefer books or movie versions of books? OV: The book version. LU: Whats your best study tip? OV: I have always had trouble when reading books for class, so what I did and still do is look for the book on disc and listen to it because I dont pay attention when I read myself. I prefer to be read to rather than read in my head. LU: What did you want to be when you were little? OV: I wanted to be a singer and actress. I still do but Im not very good at singing but my friends tell me Im good but they are friends so they sugar coat things! As for acting, I think of it as lying, and to be honest, Im a pretty good liar. LU: If you could be Beyonce for a day, would you? OV: I would if she wasn't married to Jay-Z! He makes some good music but he is uuuugly! LU: What celebrity, dead or living, would you like to switch lives with? OV: Melissa McCarthy because she is funny like no other and she is very comfortable in her own body. LU: How are your math skills? OV: They were a little better in high school but much better than my English. Now I don't remember anything! LU: How would you survive a horror movie? OV: I would first dye my hair blonde because blondes are always the last survivor in pretty much every horror movie. Then I would load up and weapons and ammo. When I run out of ammo Id leave the empty guns are carry a big a** knife. Also, never split up from the group even though they are all gonna die. The most important thing is to not go into dark rooms such as basements, attics and rooms where the lights dont work. LU: Describe yourself in one word. OV: Unique! LU: Any last words of advice? OV: Always be yourself. Unless you can be a unicorn, then always be a unicorn.

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Mac n Cheese Recipes Fit For A College Student

We folk here of the Eagle Review! love us some good eats! Heres are variations of a classic favorite for our fellow college students to try over the winter break. Enjoy! Brought to you by the ravenous Jacob Zentner. Option #1: Students who are tight on money and short on time Ingredients: 1 cup bulk macaroni (elbows or shells), 6-10 oz. extra sharp cheddar (depending on preferred cheesiness), 1 tbsp. butter, 1 cup milk, 1 tbsp. flour, 1 tbsp. veggie oil, 8 oz. chicken breast (stripped and diced), 1 tsp. pepper, cup bread crumbs (or crumbled crackers, flour based) Procedure: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bring 2 cups of water to boil in a medium saucepan. Once water is boiling, drop temp to medium and add macaroni, stirring regularly. Meanwhile, add veggie oil to a skillet on high and stir fry the chicken pieces, sprinkling pepper over the chicken. Stir until meat is no longer pink. Add to a casserole dish. Once macaroni is tender, drain through a colander and spread over chicken. Return the saucepan to the stovetop and add the butter. Once melted, add the milk and flour. Stir regularly until blended. Raise to medium high and add the cheddar cheese, shredded or sliced. Stir often to avoid burning until mixture is creamy and frothy. Pour over contents of casserole dish. Spread bread crumbs evenly over macaroni and cheese before placing the casserole dish in the oven. Bake for 1822 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and crumbs have browned. Finally, you EAT IT! Option #2: Students who are really tight on money and have no time Ingredients: 12 oz. pack of Velveeta Shells and Cheese, 4 oz. can of chunk white chicken breast, sleeve of Saltine Crackers Procedure: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Boil Velveeta shells in a medium saucepan as directed on box. Drain through a colander and return to stovetop. Add Velveeta cheese pack and stir until creamy. Stir in canned chicken breast. Add to casserole dish and sprinkle crumbled Saltine Crackers over the top. If you dont have a casserole dish, then use a ceramic or glass bowl. If you dont have an oven, then just eat it the way it is.

WERE HUNGRY.

Option #3: Students who are flat broke and get no sleep Finagle yourself a box of Kraft Mac n Cheese and cook according to the instructions on the box. Serve and eat, pretending theres chicken and bread crumbs in it.

Think you have better recipes than us? We do too. We want your recipes for, like, anything. (Especially if theyre poor-college-kid friendly.) Please send your recipes to imaginating101@gmail.com Hurry, we can feel our tummies a-rumblin.

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Black Friday Madness: Reflections of a Retail Junkie

If there is one thing Im more excited about then the new Hobbit movie The Desolation of Smaug (December 13, 2013!), its Black Friday, but not because I will be doing any shopping. You see, when I first had the idea to write about the phenomenon that is Black Friday, I thought I was going to write about how stressful and crazy it is for those of us that work in retail, myself included. But I started to really think about it and the reality is that I truly do enjoy working on Black Friday. I know what youre thinking, but hear me out. Ive been in retail since 2007 and I have worked every Black Friday since then. Calling the busiest shopping day of the year Black Friday is a total lie because, for retail employees, Black Friday now starts on Thanksgiving Day. A few years ago, many stores had the decency to open at midnight, but lately, theyve been opening up earlier and earlier and, truthfully, it sucks when you have to cut your turkey coma short to get ready for work. This year, my store opens at 8 p.m. on my third favorite day of the year (Christmas still has my heart Lady Winter by Alphonse Maria Mucha but Halloween is a close second.) As of this moment, I have no idea what time Ill be going in, probably six or seven to push out last minute inventory onto the sales floor and then come that magic hour and when the doors swing open, and be swarmed by shoppers full of questions and shopping carts. No one wants to work on a holiday, especially Thanksgiving and it pains me to have to leave my husband to go to work. After all, those first fifty years together are the honeymoon years, right? But honestly, I work with some of the best people. Theyre funny and caring, and can be tricksters. I cant tell you how many times someone has hidden in a pillow box only to pop out and scare the bejesus out of some unsuspecting team member, or how many times weve laughed together over the silliest things. We notice when one of our team members is absent and many of us have formed strong bonds of friendship in the short time weve worked together. Ive also got the best bosses a girl could ask for. They respect us and are there to lend an ear when needed. (Im pretty sure that one of them is a wizard; he had Dominoes Pizza delivered to the store at six in the morning once. I still have no idea how he pulled that off.) There have been times when Ive had to miss work due to family emergencies and never once have any of them made a fuss about me not being there, it was always take all the time you need. Its a great thing to work for people that not only care about their job, but mine as well, and I wouldnt trade it for anything. So with that being said, Im looking forward to this Black Friday. I get to hang out with some great people and brave the hoards of shoppers that will swarm the store in just a few short days. - Liz Urias

A Dance of Spirits by Cristal Reyes

Our spirits intertwine But our bodies never touch A silky slip of vine Our spirits reach to clutch We begin a dance our souls start to flow a cadence, a pulse a building crescendo Our voices caress the skies And our hands reach out Only to never meet, only to catch air Our souls meet though They meet and explode And sensations of silk Create a rhythm and we dance harder We moan and we sigh As our bodies follow a beat A sound lost to feet that Beat upon a ground Made of dreams We create rhythm And we make art A colorful creation A result of the heart Our spirits intertwine But our bodies never touch A silky slip of vine Our spirits reach to clutch We scream and we plead We breathe and we bleed We sway and we pray We sing until the longing is away An erotic dance for one to perform Before an audience that has no form A beautiful poem for one to read A lovely dance for one to heed

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CM: Indo Noir by Andrew Wax

I have an obsession. It may, or may not be what you think, as I am learning this form of thought affects thoroughly. Tainting many aspects. Contagious is the thought that seeps your mind, and serves as a more than a platform, a catalyst, towards a delicate state of mind to experience exhilaration. Caffeine is not the same without the bean; coffee its a must. Bitter, strong, black. The first morning taste is always a chug; just warm enough on the throat, and the film irremovable from anything oral. The taste sooths and the mind wanders. Off. No, the mind stimulates to a lively place. Life speeds up as your breath might too. Its still six AM, and Im on the hunt for inspiration. Love reflects love, and the black cup does too.

Nasty Kresswell Kringle

Narrative by Jacob Zenter; Poem by Cristal Reyes
"Here we are," Jeffery's father said as he turned into the long driveway leading up to Grandma Emmy's house. Unlike the fat, two story model homes surrounding it, hers was single story with the staggered grid of breezeblocks on the outside. In the snow-covered front yard grew an old maple tree, leafless and stark. Strands of lights spiraled up its trunk and limbs, illuminating the air with red and green on this cold December night, Christmas Eve. "Alright," Dad said enthusiastically as he shut off the engine. "Let's go say hi." "But my battery's almost dead," complained little Jeffery from the backseat. The little LED indicator at the top of his handheld's screen had begun to blink red, empty and doomed. He was sure that without his game, he was destined to endure an evening of morbid boredom. "Don't worry," his father assured. "Grandma Emmy's good company. She'll take care of you." That wasn't enough for Jeffery. "But there won't be anything to do!" "I know, sweetie, but we don't have enough time to go back for your charger," explained his Mom. Crystals dangled from her ears to contrast the slim black dress she wore. "We're already running late." "Can't I just go with you guys," Jeffery pleaded. "Oh c'mon, sport," said Dad as he buttoned his dinner jacket. "We'll only be gone for three hours. With Grandma Emmy, you won't even notice that time has passed." Three hours without the entertainment of a functional handheld. Three hours with Grandma Emmy. Boring, old Grandma Emmy. He glanced back down at the LED indicator, blinking urgently in its crimson mockery. Suddenly, the entire screen shifted to show the image of a lifeless battery before it went blank, void, dead. In that moment, Jeffery felt a twinge as something inside of him also died. Three. Hours. Reluctantly, Jeffery got out and followed his parents up the step stone walkway to the large oakwood front door. The doorbell chimed happily when Dad pressed it. A minute passed before the door opened to reveal Grandma Emmy, eyes bright with delight. "Well," she said with a smile, "so good to see you." She was petite woman, relatively low to the ground, with a kind face bordered by short, white wisps of hair. Her tiny frame was dressed in a slim nightgown with a hand-knitted shawl of wool draped over her shoulders. "Come in out of the cold, why don't you?" "We would if we could," said Dad, "but we really must be going." "Sorry that we have to run so quick," said Mom. "No harm, dear," said Grandma, waving a hand. "You be on your way now." Mom turned to Jeffery. "Now you behave and listen to whatever Grandma says, okay?" Jeffery only sulked as he was transferred between the generations. "We'll be back about nine to pick him up," Dad said. "That's perfect," Grandma said.

"Thanks again for taking him on such short notice. His handheld's battery died, so don't be surprised if he gets fidgety." "That's quite alright. You two just leave him to me and have a good time." Jeffery's mother and father gave him a kiss on the cheek and a rub on the head, respectively, before leaving him stranded in Grandma Emmy's home. It was a modest home with no television or computer and no modern electronic kitchen appliances, save the refrigerator. Its walls were decorated with old bits of wooden farming equipment and elaborately framed paintings of horses, tractors, and other staples of ranch life. Jeffery found it unbearably boring. Grandma must have noticed when she asked, "Would you like something to play with?" Jeffery, unsure of his situation, nodded. "I'll be right back." She hobbled off down the hall, her little slippers scraping the hardwood floor. While she was gone, he looked around the room some more. Against one wall was a worn roll-top desk, a tall and packed bookshelf beside it. The opposite wall featured a brick fireplace with two highbacked Victorian chairs facing it, the lit flames shedding a soft, warm glow on their ornate embroidery. Between them was a small table with a pair of knitting needles and a ball of yarn. He was watching the chairs' shadows dance across the length of the room when Grandma returned with a wooden box. She set it down in front of him and opened the lid with a creak. From what Jeffery could see, it was filled with a plethora of more wood. "These are some toys your grandfather made with your father when he was your age," she explained delightedly. Jeffery reached into the box and pulled out a handmade toy car of pinewood. He turned it over in his hands a few times, spun the wheels, and then looked up at her with silent indignation. She just smiled warmly and said with a wink, "No batteries needed." With that she headed into the kitchen. Nasty Kresswell cont.. on page 9

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Nasty Kresswell cont.. From page 8 Jeffery sat down on the floor with his father's box of toys before him, rummaging through the ancient playthings with determined disinterest. After a few minutes, Grandma Emmy returned with two mugs in her hands. "What'd you find?" she asked. "Nothing," Jeffery said. "These toys are all too old to play with." "Why, that's odd," she said, frowning. "I seem to recall they worked just fine when your father used to play with them." She turned away and went to sit in front of the fireplace, setting the mugs on the small table between the chairs. Without a word she picked up the needles and began knitting. For a while she minded herself, watching the fire flicker and burn. Then, after a couple minutes of silence, she looked back at Jeffery and nodded to the chair beside her with a smile. Without interest in the toys, he stood up and went to join her by the fire. The chair was firm on his bottom, but also cozy and secure. He eyed the steaming mug beside him curiously. "Have some, if you'd like," she said. He picked it up and brought it close. The speckled yellow contents gave off a creamy aroma laced with cinnamon and nutmeg. When he took a sip it was like drinking liquid cake that slipped in with loving warmth. She smiled at the enjoyment on his face. "Eggnog is best served hot, I believe. Why enjoy something cold this time of year when there's plenty of it outside?" He had already downed half the mug when he asked, "Could I have some more, Grandma?" "Well, of course. But only if you be a good boy and keep an old lady company by the fire." "Don't worry, Grandma. I'm a good boy." "Are you now?" Jeffery nodded. "Well, well see about that tonight when Kris Kringle pays you a visit." "Don't you mean Santa Claus?" "Exactly, she said, pointing a bony finger. If you're good he'll leave you some presents." "And if I'm bad I get a lump coal, right?" Now her bony finger wagged. "Oh, that's not all that happens. If you're a bad boy, you may get a visit from Kris Kringles twin brother." Jeffery reeled back. He'd never heard of this before. "Santa Claus has a brother?" "Indeed he does. Her needles click-clacked with the popping of the burning wood as the firelight flickered in her eyes. And he goes by the name of Kresswell Kringle, a most nasty man is he." "What does he do if you're bad?" Jeffery asked, wide -eyed. She set down the needles and turned to face him. "Well, child, come closer and I'll tell you." Jeffery leaned over the arm of the chair, eager to hear more. Then, Grandma Emmy began to softly recite:
After Santa has left presents for you, Mean ol' Kresswell Kringle will come by too. He'll take your presents and instead leave ash, and stuff your stockings with beetles and trash. He steals Santa's list and he checks it twice, for all the children who haven't been nice. If you've been naughty, he'll find you no doubt, and if he does, dear child, there's no way out. Oh dear, oh my, I fear you may die Its mean ol nasty Kresswell again! He comes on the wind howling from the South, guided by hellhounds foaming at the mouth. Where there's naughty children on Christmas Eve, He'll find them and get them, you best believe. Does he come down chimneys? I should say not! No, Kresswell is not so easily caught. He sneaks through the cracks found under the door, and up through the flaws in gutters and floors. He comes in the night when all are in bed, so quick and quiet inside he will tread; A flash of ice will wash over your skin, and dreams to nightmare in your head will spin. Oh dear, oh my, I fear you may die Its mean ol nasty Kresswell again! His wretched stench is fetid and stifling; Around his neck are kid's fingers danglingHe'll take yours too if you aren't behaving I hope you've be good or you'll be paying! Maybe you'll hear him in the nighttime spell, searching for children who haven't done wellHe wheezes for breathe and moans with each step; His cackle is one you'll never forget. When he comes for you, dear child, I say, hide beneath blankets and wish him away. Don't listen to him or let him persuade, for you to come out and not be afraid. If you let him see you, then that's it, dear child, you are in real trouble now. He'll grab you by the neck and open your mouth wide... and despite your screams... he'll stuff coal inside... Kresswell will leave as you choke on the floor And with your gifts, slip back under the door. Ha! Ha! Oh dear, oh my, I fear you may die Its mean ol nasty Kresswell again!

Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson

When the rhyme was done, Jeffery's face had gone cold despite the heat from the fire. "I'm a good boy," he desperately claimed. Really, Grandma, I am!" She took a sip of her eggnog and smiled sweetly at her grandson. "For your sake, Jeffery, I do hope you are." -End-

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FALL 2013 ISSUE II ~Looking for a Kiss~ by J Alexander Z The look in her eyes It beckons for me To give her a kiss Ever so softly If I could just be In your company, I would be happy Because I have you And your love, you see, Is what Im drawn to For it Id redo All that Ive been through The brush of her lips On the crest of mine Is all that I need To make me feel fine ~for my almond blossom~

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The Color of Grass by Tirzah Poarch The Englishman claims Green The Spaniard claims Verde The scientist claims A psychological response to wavelengths of light in the eye And the colorblind claims Purple In frustrated ignorance, they segregate Couldn't they all be right? Couldn't they all be wrong? We search, argue, and divide Over a definition that changes nothing Politics Religion Cultural divisions Society's expectations Must we quibble over such slight differences? Truth transcends all definitions

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On Commentary by Andrew Wax

I like it. I don't like it. It is amazing It is confusing It has good imagery It needs more dialogue I like the characters I want to know the characters While I never will please everyone Those I have touched I have written a masterpiece." Me (Andrew Wax) A confident feeling is definitely radiant here. Energy is created, and seems to be an introduction of some sort (Ed)

Lucid dreams come and go As they please, belive Change the plan of attack From the bold to the meek Many faces of man Only you could understand How or why, do or die, Some convinced of suicide Only answer for me Could be taught effectively To ignore all the masses Change and save youre a**es Conscious or not With the fear of the populous Lies in the mind Drain the public genocide You could cut it with a knife 'Cause the tension's so dense And continue to argue Under false pretense If you want me to see Through the eyes And make believe All I need to succeed Is more money up my sleeve Greed is the language Of an older generation Coming into light Is the next complication Fighting for our rights Alongside alien nation Bringing forth to us Brand new amplification Under new vibration All life can begin healing Cleansing all our egos Haciendo nos mas limpios Then and only then Will we find what's in the universe Only until then Will we hear from our ancestors

Adventures in Umberland By Marisela Montenegro AKA: Venomous Jipsy

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Wicked Awesome Costumes by Zeshan

You have probably seen Zeshan Saleem wandering around WCC in his costume on special days, most recently for Halloween! He was awesome enough to let us get inside his creative head and see whats up with these wicked cool creations. EAGLE REVIEW: When did you start making costumes? What was your inspiration? ZESHAN SALEEM: I started making costumes 4 years ago. What inspired me to make costumes is the process of building them and getting experience of brining that fantasy into a reality. I grew up watching a lot of sci-fi films like Star Wars, playing video games and building stuff out of Legos. What kind of materials do you use? I work with foam, plastics and whatever I can get my hands on. How long does it usually take you to build a costume? Time usually varies from 1 month to a year because Im a full time student and I also work . And it also depends on the materials that Im working with. Do your friends get mad when you hijack their ghost and run them over? Yes, they do :) What are your favorite characters to dress up as? My favorite character I would dress up as is the Joker from the DC animated Universe. Have you ever intentionally frightened children in costume? No.

Same Time Tomorrow

By Liz Urias

This is a cute lil kitty face to pass the time :3

"August, tell me what happened." The Doctor asked. "You know what happened." The boy responded. "Yes, but I want you to tell me why it happened." The Doctor shifted in his seat. August exhaled and pursed his lips. "I know what they'll do if I tell you. What's in it for me?" "You get to clear your conscience, August. You can do the right thing. Now, go on, tell me what happened." August looked at his feet and grinned. "I watched her. For months, but you know that. It's in my file. May I see it?" "No," the Doctor answered, "go on." "I waited for her. She looked extra beautiful. Her hair was in a pony tail but some of it was falling loose from the sides. She was wearing those big sunglasses, like the ones that Audrey Hepburn wore in Breakfast at Tiffany's. " "Mmhmmm," said the Doctor as he scribbled on his notepad. "She was wearing that perfume I like. I could smell it on her." August stopped and watched the Doctor take his notes. "Go on, August, tell me what happened next." "You already know." "Yes, but I need you to tell me. We talked about this, remember?" The Doctor was getting impatient and August could sense this. "What's in that cabinet behind your desk?"

"Things. Now come on, lets hear the rest." "What kinds of things?" "August, please." The Doctor said sternly. "I don't feel like talking anymore today. Same time tomorrow?" "That's not how this works August. Now, tell me what happened next." "What happened next...what happened..." August repeated to himself. "I watched her get out of her car. She was almost to the front door when she dropped her keys. That's when I decided to make my move. So I walked over to her. Said hi. Ya know." August stared at the Doctor. "And then?" "And then," August said dreamily, she spoke to me. "Her voice was the most beautiful thing I'd ever heard. I can still hear it now, ya know. Its still in my head, just like I can still smell her perfume." "Tell me about her disappearance August. Tell me about that." "Actually Doctor, we really are out of time." August got out of the leather chair and made his way to the door when he stopped and picked up a small mahogany frame. "Who is this woman, Doctor? She's beautiful." "That's enough for today August." The Doctor said. "I'll bet she smells nice." August whispered to himself. - end-

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So You Think You Can Ride?

Article courtesy of Maria Contreras, Founder of the Woodland Bike Campaign and Nationally Certified Cycling Instructor
When I've told people that I'm a certified cycling instructor, they pause and snicker. Everyone knows how to ride a bike! Yeah, but do you know how to drive a bike in traffic? Long gone are the days of riding around the culdesac. Hello to hella traffic, new signs, regulations and street markings that you probably don't have a clue as to their meaning. A recently arrived foreign student asked "what is all this shing painted on the road?" What he was referring to was "XING" the abbreviation for crossing. Or how about "Sharrows"? Many drivers are irritated by bike riders moving along in front of them, even though 'taking the lane' is legal and the street may or may not be marked with this new symbol. Going with the flow of traffic, behind or in front of a car may be the safest way to navigate some crowded city streets. What exactly are the "Rules of the Road"? If you are a licensed California driver, you may (or may not) already know them. But, consider that fewer and fewer 18+ year olds across the nation are licensed drivers and you've got chaos. That's why you see people riding the wrong way, on sidewalks, or not stopping at stop signs or signaling when they're going to turn . . . etc. Annoying, isn't it? So, how do we pick up on all this new information? After all, the cyclist is most at risk when riding down the street surrounded by 3,000 lb. vehicles. A helmet is helpful (and the law for under 18), but there is still a lot of exposed skin and bones that don't respond well to hitting the pavement. Street design, street signs and laws have become much more complicated and you may need to know how to get through a freeway ingress or egress on your way to school. So what can you do? Learn how to ride a bike safely on the road and join the revolution. Workshops on bike commuting will be offered at WCC by the Woodland Bike Campaign soon! Start converting some of those car miles to bike miles. Also, dont forget to come on by the Woodland Bike Campaign's bike workshop and take a look at our refurbished and new-to-you bikes. Bike mechanics are on hand to help you work on your bike if it's not up and running or donate it and get yourself onto a new ride. Check out our website (https://sites.google.com/site/ woodlandbikecampaign/home) and Facebook (https:// www.facebook.com/woodlandbikecampaign) for updates. The Woodland Bike Campaign is an all-volunteer run organization and we're looking for people that want to become bike commuters and would like to mentor others, and/or love to work on the computer, would like to put on Bike Parties, or would like to learn how to repair bikes. Contact Maria Contreras at (530) 753-1125 or funmaria@sbcglobal.net

First Annual TURKEY ROLL!

Looking for holiday fun? Here are few things happening around town: Nov.28: 5th Annual Running of the Turkeys, Heritage Plaza, 600 Main Street, Woodland, 8:00am. register at www.runningoftheturkeys.org or 530.668.0690. Dec.6: Christmas Tree Lighting, Heritage Plaza, Downtown Woodland, $2 per person Horse Carriage rides or 1 canned food donation per person. Children 3 & below FREE. Dec.6: Downtown First Friday Art Walk, Gallery 625, 625 Court Street, Woodland 5:30pm-8:30pm. Contact the Gallery at (530) 4064844 for more information or at www.yoloarts.org. Dec.7&8: 3rd Annual Craft is Art Christmas Faire, Yolo County Fairgrounds, 1250 East Gum avenue, Woodland, 9am-4pm. com. Dec. 14: Woodland Chamber Holiday Parade, Downtown Woodland, 10 a.m. Christmas Fare & Vintage Market Come on out and shake your tail feathers while you burn some calories on a peaceful morning ride through near empty streets on Thanksgiving morning. Join us at Heritage Plaza (in front of the Opera House) at 10am for a casual and friendly one hour ride. Come show off your bike and build up an appetite. Helmets required if under 18. For more information, contact Maria Contreras at (530) 753-1125 or funmaria@sbcglobal

Join us in a beautifully decorated 1912 Woodland Heritage home full of delightful Christmas Wonderland Spirit and a selection of wares to suite all your holiday needs. For those young at heart be sure visit with Santa! This three day event features: Vintage & Handmade Crafts, Holiday Treats & Baked Goods, Jewelry, Accessories, Home Decor, Cookies & Photos with Santa, and multiple vendors. Location: 875 W. Southwood Drive. Days: Friday, Nov. 29, 4pm-8pm "Enchanting Evening" Saturday, Nov. 30, 9am-5pm, Santa Visit 12-4pm Sunday, Dec. 1, 9am-2pm. For more info: oursimplybeautifullife.wordpress.com

$5.00 suggested door admittance to benefit Yolo County Food Bank

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THANK YOU!
Imaginating 101 would like to say thank you to all those that purchased cookies at our Cookies with a Compliment and Season for Sweets bake sales. They were huge successes and, because of all you wonderful sugar fiends, we were able to print two issues of The Eagle Review. Yes, this very newsletter that you hold in your hands was made possible in part by you. We would also like to give thanks to a few extraordinary individuals who helped us in our endeavors. A big thanks to Robert Edwards, Executive Team Leader of Logistics at Target. Target was kind enough to make a credit donation to purchase the necessary supplies for the cookies sold on November 14th. Also, Thank you to Liz Urias for making our Target friendship possible. To Mr. Clark for purchasing a ton of cookies and handing out issues of The Eagle Review to the members at the November 14th board meeting. A very special thanks to Julie Brown, who happily contributed scrumptious sugar cookies to both our bake sales. To Kevin Ferns, our Advisor, who enthusiastically supported us throughout this semester, we thank you. To all the stupendous students of ASWCC, for their unwavering co-operation throughout the production of The Eagle Review!, particularly President Jesse Foster, for his tireless work and majestic curls. To all the fine folks at WCC, students and faculty alike, who submitted their work to the newsletter, we thank you for your imagination. Many thanks to Sarah Steele for her generous contributions to the clubs fund (and for hooking us up with materials). Finally, we thank you, reader, for picking up this newsletter and investing your time in it. Whether youve thumbed through it or devoured each and every word, we are thankful.

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