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Cadaver dissection easier than exams

March 13, 2015June 17, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

The following story is part two of a three-part series on OCCC’s Human Anatomy course where students are working with human cadavers. Part one of the series ran in the Jan. 30 issue of the Pioneer and can be found online at http://pioneer.occc.edu.

“I think the most interesting part will be when we get to the brains.”

Eight weeks into the spring semester, Nursing student Johnny Wong said dissecting the six cadavers that were donated for OCCC’s Human Anatomy class remains the most interesting part of the course.

Campus police operate like any city department

March 13, 2015June 17, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

Having a commissioned police force on campus is a plus when seconds count in an emergency, said OCCC Police Chief James Fitzpatrick. He spoke in an interview explaining the importance of having campus police as opposed to campus security guards.

“The benefit of having police officers right here (is,) within a minute — sometimes less than a minute away from when you call for help — you’ve got somebody there,” Fitzpatrick said. “For your safety, that’s irreplaceable.”

Campus police can handle the same calls for help that a city police officer would; whereas, in the past, campus security officers would have to call the Oklahoma City Police Department when things went wrong.

‘Samurai Champloo’ still delivers

March 13, 2015June 17, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

Ever since I started watching anime shows on Adult Swim when I was in the third grade, there’s always been a part of me that’s still attracted to the over-sized eyes, lightning quick ninja moves and, of course, the ridiculous storylines.

Anime shows are basically just Japanese action cartoons – but really, really deep cartoons.

I’ve revisited one show in particular called “Samurai Champloo.” When I was a kid, I didn’t know why I liked it other than the badass samurai sword fighting.

Friends

March 13, 2015October 14, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

Renters insurance affordable, covers personal belongings

March 13, 2015June 16, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

If you are currently renting or plan to rent soon, we recommend you contact an insurance agent to discuss renters insurance. While it is the landlord’s responsibility to fix the building if something like a fire or tornado damages the home, your personal belongings will be your responsibility to replace.

In addition to personal belongings, some policies also will cover living expenses if your apartment or home is uninhabitable due to damage caused by a covered peril.

Bike lanes needed in metro area

March 13, 2015June 16, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

Some Oklahoma City residents who have shown interest in promoting bicycle infrastructure and development should continue to be encouraged.

In 2008, the Oklahoma City Bicycle Transportation Plan was approved, which envisioned the eventual creation of 200 miles of bike lanes to be installed in Oklahoma City with federal grant money. In 2012, 70 miles of bike lanes were installed and in 2014, approval was given for installation of the other 62.

Bicycles are a great mode of transportation. They provide benefits to both the rider and society. Bicycles are cheap to own and operate. Used bikes can be found at pawn shops for under $100 and even top-of-the-line new models are a fraction of the price of a new car.

Rosetta Stone language program free at OCCC

March 13, 2015June 17, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

The Rosetta Stone computer program is easy to sign up for and free to learn for students who want to study the 11 language courses available at the World Languages and Cultures Center.

Rosetta Stone has been used in the center since summer 2008, said Chiaki Troutman, WLCC coordinator.

Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish are offered through the interactive programs.

“English as a Second Language is the 11th language,” Troutman said. “It is used mainly by international students, especially freshmen, who are trying to improve their English skills.”

Troutman said international students use Rosetta Stone ESL to manage the difficulty with beginning English grammar concepts and pronunciation.

Transferring to a four-year? Plan ahead

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Jennifer Martinez, environmental engineering major, said she plans to transfer to Oklahoma State University but needs to complete her associate degree first.

Premed and biology major Katherine Engel said she plans to transfer to Oklahoma State University or the University of Wisconsin at Madison in the fall of 2016.

She said she has not yet started her transfer process, but has met with an academic adviser.

Third trespassing at off-campus location reported

March 13, 2015August 7, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

Trespassing and a student entering a restricted area were reported to campus police in mid-February.

For the third time in less than two months, a door at OCCC’s Capitol Hill Center was found open by police patrolling the area around 2 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11. The door was secured and all other entrances checked by campus police.

Police Chief James Fitzpatrick said this is a common issue with vacant structures and construction sites.

Signed album covers on exhibit through March 27

March 13, 2015June 17, 2015 Amar Molinas 0

A new art exhibit on campus features 59 works consisting of signed album jackets and music memorabilia from 1923 to 2003. Cultural Programs Assistant Scott Tigert said the show, “Tailored Jackets: Second Fitting,” will run through Friday, March 27, in OCCC’s Inasmuch Foundation Gallery.

All albums were lent by a private collector, Tigert said. The albums range from blues singers like Bessie Smith to punk legends like The Clash.