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Local citizens gather on National Day of Action to Move Your Money It’s no coincidence that the Occupy Movement’s “National Day of Action to Move Your Money” occurred Saturday, Nov. 5, the same day as Guy Fawkes Day. Guy Fawkes, a British revolutionary who tried to blow-up Parliament in 1605, has become the mascot for [...]
America’s oil addiction won’t end until there’s nothing left we are now only a year away until the next election cycle and I know many people aren’t looking forward to the bombardment of political advertisements that will fill our everyday world. With slams on President Obama’s health care and allegations of sexual misconduct amongst members [...]
Problems of ‘epic proportion’ plague every generation In my persuasion class we’ve been learning about the “myths” of American culture. The word “myth” is used to imply an ideal and a narrative. The most common and efficient ways for cultures to pass on their values are through narratives, or stories. Some of the common American [...]
Despite mid-term blues, Sentinel staffer sees the light BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! Oh no, that’s my alarm. Time to get up and go to class. Again. For some reason, ever since midterms, getting up and motivated to come to class has become extremely difficult. I’m finding it harder than ever to come to class with the [...]
Speaker relates personal journey through understanding her ancestors Robbie Paul’s journey began on the night she almost took her own life. Six months before, her husband left her. Paul, an enrolled Nez Perce tribal member, said she “was going to be that tough Indian woman and not feel.” She fell into a deep depression, refusing [...]
The cost of doing laundry at NIC takes me to the cleaners Why the hell does laundry cost so much? We already pay several thousand dollars to live here. Are tokens for the machines to much to ask? We’re all broke, no need to kick a dead dog if you know what I mean. It [...]
Two NIC staff members work with Pennazoli to give him financial assistance Anthony Pennazoli, 50, is a man with a positive outlook and who says “It’s up to you to keep the faith.” He came to NIC in order to take micro-biology which was needed to join the nursing program. He was keeping up his [...]
NIC hosts luncheon in commemoration of Veteran’s Day It was a big turnout on Friday, Nov. 11, for the Veterans Day Luncheon at NIC. Men and women from many wars, ranks and branches of the military attended and listened to the President of the Veterans Club and a couple other men spoke about their experiences [...]
NIC students assist younger generation in the wilderness On a frosty October morning, Mrs. Erwin’s class of Sorensen third graders went wild. Thursday, Oct. 27, NIC’s Outdoor Leadership and Resort/Recreation Management (RRM 120) classes, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), hosted this class of Sorensen third graders from 9:15 a.m. to 1 [...]
How to avoid getting stuck with bad films I like my movies to be funny and fresh, just like I like my friends. Superficial people make me sick, yet I find myself wasting more time on crappy movies than I would ever allow myself to spend on a superficial idiot. I’d probably shoot myself in [...]
Rhythm Dawgs raise $2,000 for NIC Alumni Association, support for scholarships, students The Rhythm Dawgs played a fundraiser concert at the Eagles Club on Sherman Avenue Friday and Saturday evenings, Nov. 4 and 5, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the NIC Alumni Association to help support scholarships, programs and activities. “We all [...]
Latino Club sponsors Tango demonstration in SUB Last Thursday the Latino Club sponsored a Tango demonstration in the lower level of the SUB from 11:30 a.m. – 1p.m. Instructor David Parker and his dance partner Noura Alfadl-Andreasson demonstrated the Argentinean social dance and its basic steps. Social Tango is a highly improvisational dance that can [...]
Sentinel staff members attend fall journalism convention, enjoy Florida history Our seats were about 30 rows back from the podium. Late morning Orlando sunshine splashed in through the open double-doors in the rear of the hotel’s great convention hall. Anticipation tingled on our lips and in the tips of our fingers and toes. The [...]
On Oct. 29 Phi Theta Kappa met for an orientation/game night. The club played ping pong and laughed together as they bonded. In attendance were the president of the club, Patty Murk and the vice president, Eric Pezley along with several other members; both new and old. Eric Rivera, the service coordinator of the group, [...]
By day, Christie Stephens studied nursing at NIC. By night, Stephens followed NASA’s Twitter page in hope that she would be able to attend the Nov. 23 launch of the new Curiosity rover, destination Mars. This year, NASA has arranged for a launch-day Tweetup, inviting 150 Twitter followers to share their own experiences at the [...]
To many of us, Thanksgiving drums up memories of Mom’s homemade stuffing, watching football with Dad and enjoying the company of family and loved ones. For the health and happiness of our loved ones, we are thankful. What about those of us who are not so fortunate? For some, simply being in good health is [...]
NIC’s Vice President of Instruction represents Complete College America Academy North Idaho College has received a surplus of funds from the state to support enrollment growth. The $1,795,000 in extra funds was given to be spent on one-time expenses associated with enrollment growth. The decision on what items would be paid for was made by [...]
Public forum discusses improvements in Hayden relations with NIC Candidates for Hayden mayor and city council answered questions on city concerns in a public forum on Nov. 2. Incumbent Ronald McIntire and Nancy Lowery ran for mayor of Hayden. Incumbent Roger Saterfiel ran unopposed for council seat three. Kris LaMarr, who could not attend, and [...]
Student Communications looks at linking logins The Student Communications Committee meets every two weeks to discuss the various modes of communication linking students to NIC services, events, faculty, course information and announcements. “We have, in our plans, to tie the MyNIC, NICMail, and MyNIC Courses services together in one login. This could happen as soon [...]
Two people take gold medals in poster, newsletter categories Two members of the North Idaho College Communications and Marketing Department won district awards through the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) during their District 7 conference from Oct. 12 through 14. NIC senior graphic designer Heather Butler earned a gold medal in the [...]
JUB recognized as one of 2011’s best civil engineering firms to work for The company that headed up the Education Corridor Project for NIC, LCSC and UI has been recognized as one of 2011’s best civil engineering firms to work for according to a nationwide employee-based survey. JUB Engineers Inc. (Johnson, Underkoffler & Briggs) was [...]
Board of trustees will decide how to spend money Wednesday The NIC Board of Trustees met Oct. 26 to discuss what to do with the nearly $1.8 million surplus funds provided by the state of Idaho Senate Bill 1207. The budget for the 2011-2012 school year was already closed, so in order to use the [...]
‘80s Club SUB features lots of neon, root beer pong, flip cup, prizes ASNIC hosted an ‘80s themed dance party in the lower level of the SUB Thursday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m. The turnout for Club SUB was large, around 50 people. Everyone decked out in neon colors. A table full of glow sticks [...]
If nature intended man to fly, he’d have wings We’re experiencing mild turbulence. Probably because the right aileron has dislodged from the wing and is plummeting end over end to the ground. Any second now the plane will do like-wise. And as we plunge toward the earth in an uncontrolled nosedive at terminal velocity, I [...]
Soldiers with tanks surprise ‘Call of Duty’ fanatics A long line of eager NIC students waited outside the Game Stop on Ironwood Drive Monday, Nov. 7. As early as 7 p.m. people waited to be one of the first to get their hands on the third installment to one of the most popular video game [...]