Missed Class?
Catch the Rerun
by
Patricia Alex mct campus
A number of colleges and universities have begun offering on-demand video of classes, and the use of this technology is expected to grow over the next few years.
Video cameras capture classes, and an electronic tablet substitutes for the blackboard. Students can watch the class on their computers or listen to the audio on their iPods, fast-forwarding or rewinding at will.
Fans say the practice is another learning tool, but others are wary. They fear that attendance and the kind of learning that takes place in real time will suffer.
“It is an unsatisfactory replacement for face-to-face interaction,” said James Zimmerman, associate director of the Research Academy for University Learning at Montclair State University.
The academy promotes good teaching, and Zimmerman works with professors to make classes, even large lecture halls, more interactive.
“The object is not just to talk at your class,” he said. “Any way that you can get feedback during class will maximize learning.
Local Licks
Chartreuse| Liquor, Local Band... or a Little of Both?
by Susan Harr entertainment editor
“Why Chartreuse?” This was the first question I asked members of the Corpus Christi-based electronic-rock fusion band, upstairs in their climate-controlled U-Haul storage room/practice suite during a break from jamming. I got the most unexpected answer: “band name generator,” the members laughed in unison. “Well also, Tom Hanks said it in That Thing You Do,” added Dustin Burleson, lead singer and guitarist. “And anything Tom says goes,” jokes Will Delgado, guitarist and electronic music extraordinaire. Right off the bat, I could tell that this band had a cohesion that came only from a lifelong friendship. Delgado walked to the recording room next door and brought back a bottle of greenish yellow liquor called Chartreuse. “Oh, and because of this,” he laughed.
Chartreuse was founded right here in Corpus Christi in March of 2007. Burleson (23, lead singer/guitarist), Delgado (23, guitarist/electronic music maker) and Hameed Hamid (21, drums) have all known each other since their days at Carroll High School. Leo Forest (28, bass) was a floating bassist for the likes of Sun Salutation, Monkeys Doin’ It, and countless others before playing for Chartreuse. The Kingsville native joined the group by chance last June, establishing the lineup they have intact today.
Credit Cards
How to Avoid Common Pitfalls of Debt
by Les Cockrell news reporter
Imagine, if you will, being at your favorite clothing store and seeing that one pair of shoes you cannot seem to live without. You drool over them and fantasize about parading them in front of all your friends. You feel their jealousy seething toward you as you now possess the most fashionable pair of shoes known to man.
Reality comes crashing down around you as you look upon the price tag. “Holy crap!” you say, “I can’t afford that.” Ah, but as you peek into your wallet, another form of payment comes to your attention. Yes, that’s right, the good old credit card.
This is precisely where you can get into trouble with that little piece of plastic. Like other lenders, credit card companies make attractive offers to first-time borrowers. For example, one deal by Citi-Master Card tempts students with 0% APR for the first six months, along with no annual fee.
The allure of student discounts offered at certain locations seemingly sweetens the deal. But remember, always read the small print on any offer. Some would call this a reality check. The previously mentioned proposal also states that your APR (interest rate) will go to 19.99% on balances after the introductory six months.
Vancouver Band Ready to Rock n' Roll
Jet Black Stare
by Rob Boscamp managing editor
In the music business, there are bands that yearn for a shot at the big time; but what tends to destroy the dreams of many musicians are the trials leading to the path to stardom.
However, there will be that one band that’ll gaze into the face of adversity with a “jet black stare.”
Jet Black Stare, a rock band from Vancouver, B.C., consists of lead singer Rod Black, guitarists Flip and Dave Muselman, bassist Shane Hayes, and drummer Dan Swinimer.
JBS recently performed in Corpus Christi on June 18 at the South Texas House of Rock as part of a four-band tour featuring Saving Abel, EndeverAfter, and Electric Touch.
When thinking of a group to compare Jet Black Stare with, think of a musical mishmash of Velvet Revolver, Hinder, and Daughtry—among many other popular rockers.
After hearing their performance, it was very clear that Jet Black Stare would give any of these bands a run for their money.
For instance, in the opening numbers of their performance, singer Rod Black experienced technical difficulties, not being able to hear himself.
Big Plays and Essays
A Glimps into the Lives of Student Athletes
by Rob Boscamp managing editor
Looking back on the days of high school, most college students have participated in some form of sporting activity. As an athletic alumnus myself, I participated in football and cross country all four years. Although I wasn’t the best at my respective sports, I had a lot of moments that made the training worthwhile.
Fast-forward several years later; there are a select few that continue to make memories not only for themselves, but for those that sit in the bleachers and watch in awe.
However, what most college students fail to realize is that these athletes also make the grades while they sit right behind us in class.
As a regular college student, one has to ask, “What is life like for a student athlete”? Island Waves decided to dig into the matter by asking several athletes about their own experiences and how they balance the big plays with the essays.
From the beginning, the jump from high school to college for any student can be crazy. One can only imagine how difficult it is for athletes that have to run to class—and on the playing field—at the collegiate level.
Remember!
SANDY CANDY & CARICATURIST
Thursday, July 10
Make your own pixie stick and see what you would look like as a cartoon!
WATER WARS
Wednesday, July 16
Put on your scrubby clothes and join us for a variety of water games on the Bay Hall Lawn!
LAST DAY TO DROP A COURSE
Friday, July 25
HOOKS GAME
Friday, July 25
EMERGENCY LOAN PAYMENTS DUE
Friday, July 29
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW
Tuesday, August 5
LAST DAY OF CLASS & FINAL EXAMS
Thursday, August 7
SUMMER 2008 COMMENCEMENT
Saturday, August 9, American Bank Center
