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NEWSGraduation.Congratulations to the Spring 2012 graduates. Some grads share their excitement.

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LIFE

Physics in action!The physics de-partment hosted an event which included bus loads of children and a catapult.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Break Ideas. Finals will soon come to an end, reward yourself with a vacation within your budget. >>7

CAMPUS RECOGNIZES THE OUTSTANDING

On Wed., April 25, the Westmin-ster campus held its annual Campus Awards acknowledging and showing appreciation towards those who have gone out of their way to make a dif-ference in the lives of those around them. The awards ceremony had over 100 people in attendance, including instructors, students, and adminis-trative staff. Deanna Sanchez, Ad-ministrative Assistant at FRCC and organizer of the campus awards, spent many hours preparing for the ceremony, including the plaques and awards that were not delivered until the morning of the event.

There were 14 different catego-

ries of awards given, such as Out-standing Student Employee, Master Instructor Award for both full- and part-time instructors, and the Out-standing Department Award. Recipi-ents for some of the awards include Erin Bonich, Nacia Castillo, Amber Hilmas, and Kathleen Timbol for the Vice President’s Service Award, Ava Thao for Outstanding Student Em-

ployee, Ann Mitchell received the Master Part-Time Instructor Award, Ryan Daughterty earned the Master Teacher award, and Student Services was awarded the Outstanding Depart-ment Award.

Service awards were also given to staff and faculty who have served at Front Range for numerous years. The fi ve-year award was given to Linda

Calvert, Heather Carleton, Kelli Cole, Michael R. Hogan, Loudmela Kargar, Valerie Kisiel, Hyand Lor, Marian Maharas, Ashley Maloney, Sheena Martin, Sue Morfi t, Kathy Mullins, Karen Novac, Myra Pasco, and Ja-nine Rowsey. The 10-year award was given to Carol Abbott, Meredith Bolles, Shaun Crowley, Chico Gar-cia, Angela Raveczky, Gerald Rog-

ers, James Stepanek, and Julie Voss. Staff, who has been with FRCC for 15 years, are Mark Eller, Angelica McMillan, and Lou Montgomery. The 20-year service award was pre-sented to Mike Cost, Mary Mattson, Carole Peters, George Smith, and Bao Xiong. These individuals are ir-replaceable and extremely valuable to the success of FRCC.

All who were recognized, and even those who were not, are greatly appreciated for their service and con-tribution to Front Range.

Campus Awards.

Faculty and staff recognize and celebrate students’ and others’ hard work and accomplishments.

Several construction projects will slow the fl ow of traffi c this coming summer. Many improvements along Interstate Twenty-fi ve (I-25), as well as construction on U.S. highway thir-ty-six are certain to add to any motor-ist’s drive time. The ongoing bridge replacement at I-25 and 84th avenue is set to be complete this October. Expansions and repair will also take place further south on the interstate, at Alameda avenue, Santa Fe drive, near 15th avenue, and where I-25 crosses the South Platte River. U.S. highway 36, a common route to Boulder, will undergo several improvements. No date is set for the completion of the U.S. 36 improvements, but the high-

way will be updated with lane wid-ening, bus stations at key commuter points, and a bikeway for bicycle commuters. For the duration of the I-25 and Santa Fe Drive project, end-ing this July, Santa Fe drive is cut off from taking the southbound I-25 exit ramp. Detours signs are posted direct-ing drivers from Santa Fe to Missis-sippi, then to Broadway, where I-25 access is available.

All of these projects affect major highways. Alternate routes may take just as much time as waiting in traf-fi c during construction. An effective plan may be to add fi fteen to twenty minutes onto your current commute. Fortunately, many of these construc-tion projects are located away from the FRCC campus, minimizing the impact to commuting students on the commuter campus.

More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Trans-portation website.

The New Student Orien-tation Committee, or NSO, is changing this year’s New Student Orientation event. Two orientation sessions, July 18, and three sessions, August 15, will be held for new students looking to learn more about the school and campus before the term starts. This year, instead of one date and a conference style sched-ule, there will be two dates and new students will be placed in small groups for a more personable experience.

Students will be welcomed with a large presentation, as is traditional for NSO, and will then split into smaller groups for tours and activi-ties. Amy Rosdil, Director of Student Life and chair of the NSO Committee, is leading t h i s

change to provide a more intimate and student-focused orientation for in-coming students. Breaking 150 students into groups of fi fteen will allow more indi-vidual students’ needs and questions to be met.

The orientation will also include live music and a ca-tered lunch for the morning and afternoon groups, as well as all FRCC WC faculty and staff. A three-credit scholar-ship drawing is winnable for any orientation attendee of

the Fall 2012 semester. It is important to note that signing up is required for this event. Not only will this reservation aid the NSO in anticipating the number of participants, but will also help place stu-dents into groups with peers

and leaders who share common interests.

Over sixty students and

campus faculty have volun-teered so far to help orientate new students in the smaller groups. Every volunteer is required to attend a training session to ensure they are equipped with all of the an-swers new students will be after. If you attend FRCC, there is a strong chance you attended the New Student Orientation event before you attended classes. The NSO Committee is working to make every student experi-ence smoother and more ac-cessible.

Recognizing outstanding students, faculty, and staff

Rachel BaileyStaff Writer

Benjamin AllenStaff Writer

I-25 Construction. NSO.

Update for New Student Orientation program

Major road renovations

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Incoming students receive the guidance they need from FRCC volunteers.

Construction to affect summer travel.

LEFT: Sarah Kidder listens to a teacher’s praise for her hard work.TOP: The crowd proudly supports the nominees. Photos by Lizz Mullis

Benjamin AllenStaff Writer

dents into groups with peers

share common interests.

students and

Photo courtesy of www.summit-eng-group.com

With the end of the se-mester drawing near, spring is always a bittersweet time when students graduate and say goodbye as they move on to a new chapter in their lives. It is often more diffi -cult to send off graduating classes at a community col-lege because students of-ten attend longer than four semesters. With sadness also comes excitement for each student as each pursue

their goals and achieve their dreams.

FRCC is proud to an-nounce that 246 students are graduating with one of four Associates degree in Arts, Science, Applied Science, or General studies. There are also 352 students gradu-ating with one of more than 100 certifi cates, including Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Nursing.

“The class was challeng-ing and exhilarating,” states EMS student, Greg Moore. “It is challenging, both in-side and outside the class-room, creating a unique atmosphere with fellow classmates,” states Mitch Detwiler, EMS student. This is the second to last, single semester graduating class. The program is transition-ing over to training students over a period of two semes-

ters starting in the fall. Gina Reed is graduat-

ing this semester through the Nursing program and “love[ed] the small class size and personable profes-sors; they care so much,” states Reed, “I have felt a lot of support from the nurs-ing staff and really appreci-ate that they care about the students. FRCC is a great program.”

On May 10, graduat-ing students will be given the opportunity to attend a commencement at the Den-ver Merchandise Mart. The ceremony, open and free to anyone who wants to attend, begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5 p.m. Graduates and attendees are welcome to join a reception imme-diately following the cer-emony.

Graduation.FRCC bids farewell to the class of 2012.

For many years the Children’s Place atop the hill at FRCC pro-vided a multitude of services to the students at FRCC. On April 23, it was announced that the day-care center would be clos-ing its doors. With the campus’, along with the rest of the econo-my’s fi nances in decline, it was decided that the Children’s Place was more of a cost then a benefi t to the Westminster Campus.

Along with the obvious perk of being able to drop off ones child then while at work or at-tending classes on campus, the day-care center was originally used as a teaching center for those in early-childhood educa-tion programs. Future teachers and day-care workers could gain fi rst-hand experience interact-ing with young children, and hone their teaching skills right on campus. However, the Chil-dren’s Place is no longer used as a learning lab for student-teach-ers, so the center is not quite as

useful as it once was.Trends have shown that the

day-care center has been con-sistently losing enrollment. Ac-cording to Therese Brown, Vice President, the early development center has lost $658,000. In pre-vious years, this loss could be absorbed by the profi ts made it textbook sales; however, due to e-readers, the paper book is be-coming a rarely purchased item. Because of this loss in funding, the decision was made to close the center.

The Children’s Place is sched-

uled to permanently shut its doors on June 29, 2012.

A fond farewell to 2012 graduates

Vina SitthisayStaff Writer

Children’s Place.

FRCC’s Children’s Place closure effective June 29

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Photo courtesy of www.frontrange.edu

TOP: Nursing student, Gina Reed, in her offi cial nursing uniform. BOTTOM: EMS graduating class of spring 2012. TOP ROW (from left to right): Deborah, Levi, Mitch, Vincent, Wade, Dane, Erik, Sean, and Amber; BOTTOM ROW: Carlos, Eric, Jennifer, Zoe, Autumn, Tarah, Joshua, and Gregory; FRONT: Greg Russell – EMS Instructor. Photos by Rachel Bailey

As summer and fall semester registration is well underway and the spring semester nearing the end, registering for classes can be a very confusing and tedious process. While many students may already have their courses planned out, some may be un-aware of the new classes and cer-tifi cate programs what will be of-fered at Front Range.

Retail Management is a newly offered certifi cate program of-fered at the Westminster campus. This certifi cation is geared to-wards students who may not be able to pursue a two- or four-year degree, but would like to improve their work skills. Classes are typi-cally offered during the evening for working adults and the cer-tifi cate can be obtained in about a year. While some classes for the certifi cate are already offered, the remaining required classes are expected to be taught in the near future. For more information about the Retail Management Certifi cate, please see the Catalog Addendum that will be published in the new few months.

To encourage and support growth of the local economy in Colorado, the Architectural Engi-neering Department has recently added a new course in sustain-able energy, ENY 101. This new course introduces energy tech-nologies in use today and those that are in the research stage as possible alternatives. Presents technologies including active so-lar heating, passive solar heating, wind energy systems, biomass, photovoltaics, co-generation, low and high head hydro, hydrogen, geothermal, power towers and energy-storage systems.

Other newly added classes available are COM 220 – Inter-cultural Communication, which will be offered as a Guaranteed Transfer (GT) course, PHI 142 – New Testament, BIO 115 – Hu-man Genetics, and MGD – Game Design—a course that has not been offered in over a year. For more information about these courses and certifi cate programs, contact Student Advising at (303) 404-5438, or stop by in the new Student Service Center.

FRCC offers new courses


Added classes, sections, and new certifi cates available to students for Fall 2012.

Q+A: Orientation CrewS ome of the New Student Orientation “O-

Crew” share why they believe they will be successful as leaders as well as qualities they

want to gain from the experience.

Morgan Hayes:“I hope to meet new people, acquire awesome

leadership skills, and above all else, have fun!”

Daniel J. Bunt:“I have found that interacting with others always

adds to my life/experiences. I expect that I will sharpen my skills, learn new ways of doing things, and most of all positively affect others.”

Jamie Marie Shenefelt:“I hope to broaden my skills, my knowledge, of

the school and, of course, meet my peers who have similar goals.”

Amber Hilmas:“Serving as an O-crew member I hope that I will

ease the fears of new students starting college, be that recognizable friendly face in the halls that oth-ers know they can come to if questions arise, and I hope to encourage others to get involved and enjoy the college experience. I would also like the oppor-tunity to build a stronger resume while networking with faculty, staff, and students in a fun environ-ment.”

Kathleen TimbolEditor-in-Chief

Editor-in-ChiefKathleen Timbol

Associate EditorCurtis Halley

Copy EditorHelen Satchwell

Noah Karp

Philip Pohlman, WriterVina Sitthisay, WriterRachel Bailey, Writer

Benjamin Allen, WriterLizz Mullis,

Photojournalist

Staff

Newspaper AdvisorsAmy Rosdil

Jason Wright

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CORRECTION FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE:

The Front Page Newspaper erroneously reported that Spring Fling 2012 was organized by Student Life. The event was actually organized, planned, and executed specifically by the Student Government Association.

GOOD LUCKto The Front Page’s very

own Wivina Sitthisay, Candidate for Miss

Asian American 2012.

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Musical Finals

Bombs away!

F inals week for students enrolled in a music class at Front Range is very different than for most other stu-dents. While an exam or quiz will not be taken, a final

performance is near in the future. From April 26 to May 3, there are five different recitals and performances from stu-dents in Music 151, 131,132, 141, and 142.

Music 151, directed by Andrew J. Halladay, is an ensemble, including choir, orchestra, and jazz. This semester features a class of about 16 choir students who meets once a week. Music 151’s performance is on Thur., April 26 at 7 p.m. The choir will be singing five pieces of music, including “Summer Nights” from Grease.

Music 131 and 132 teach guitar, piano, and voice funda-mentals. This course also introduces basic techniques, rep-ertoire, and sight-reading. MUS 131 and 132 are taught by Steven E. Denny, Kevin M. Garry, and Lee Ann Scherlong. Public performances will take place on April 30 at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Students will also put on a private and group recital on May 3.

Music 141 and 142 are private instruction courses that offer students private lessons, lasting between 30 and 60 minutes, once a week. This semester, FRCC offered private voice les-sons with Lee Ann Scherlong, who primarily teaches at the Larimer campus. Music 141 and 142 have private voice recit-als on May 1.

Music classes will be performing in the Visual and Perform-ing Arts Gallery (VPAG). Each is between one- and two-credit hours, meeting briefly one-to-two days a week. These classes are a great way for students to get the needed amount of credit hours each semester, while still doing something they enjoy.

For more information about these or any other music classes at FRCC, call or visit Student Advising, or call Kevin Garry, Director of Music Studies, at 303-404-5590.

Exciting as it is that summer vacation is just days away, that fact does not mean the end of all responsibilities for everyone. Rather, the beginning of summer vacation usually means the be-ginning of a whole new set of job responsibilities. To be completely honest, it is a little late for a job search. Most of the good sum-mer jobs are obtained earlier in the spring. Here are some ideas to help students search for a sum-mer job.

First, make a solid resume. Even if you are not planning to get a fancy or long-term job, a re-sume is always a good idea. If the place you are applying to has an application, fill it out and return it with the resume as a supplemen-tal addition to the application. This looks good to the employer, and makes you look like a hard-working employee that will put in the extra effort.

Next, make list of the places or types of places where you would like to work. Then dress accord-ingly and visit those places with a winning attitude and a smile,

resumes in hand. Ask if they are hiring; even if they say no, ask for an application. Fill out the ap-plication and leave it along with the resume and a firm handshake, then ask for the card of someone to contact about the position. This leaves a good impression.

The next tip is to go shop-ping! Peruse the malls, looking for stores that are hiring. This is in case the first-choice options do not pull through. The retail indus-try has a high turnover rate, so it is easier to get a job at a store in the mall because the employ-ment is always changing. On top of that, stores are busy during the holidays and summer, so the extra help will be needed.

After the right steps to get a job have been taken, do not just sit around and wait. Although pa-tience is key, idleness is not. Wait a few days for the places to call; if they do not call, then call them and leave a polite, but forward message about the desired posi-tion. When these steps are taken, with a little bit of luck a summer job should not be hard to find.

B aseballs flew across the dirt lot on the hill next to FRCC Westminster’s

parking lot on Tues. April 24 as small children launched the balls out of their own catapults. FRCC’s Physics Department held a catapult competition for their students, and joined forc-es with STEM Choice Public School to make a day of force and propulsion. STEM stands for science, technology, engineer-ing, and mathematics.

The event was held so that the physics students could test their knowledge of physics against re-al-world application. Attendance to this competition earned phys-ics students extra credit receiv-ing points for distance, accuracy and costume. Teams were en-couraged to dress up in themes. Extra points could be earned if a team had fans that were also in costume. The total number of team points was then divided by the number of team members for the overall extra credit score.

The catapult competition was not only held for FRCC students, but was also held for the first and second graders from STEM Choice Public School. The chil-dren are taught a different cur-riculum than regular public schools; currently, they are fo-cusing on force and propulsion. What better way to learn about that then to build a catapult? The children worked with students from The Colorado School of Mines to build their catapults be-fore bringing them to FRCC.

The event was a soaring suc-cess, as the baseballs propelled college students and children

alike toward a brighter educa-tion.


The Front Page Newspaper is now hiring editors for the 2012 Fall Semester!

If you know how to use Adobe InDesign or have past leadership experience in a news team, pick up an application in Student Life or room S0104 ASAP.

Summer job hunt made easyVina SitthisayStaff Writer


Physics class holds catapult competition.

LEFT: STEM students experiment with force and dynamics.TOP: Catapult Competition contestant tinkers with his design.Photos by Vina Sitthisay

The heat in the venue could be felt from outside the doors, radiating moisture into the air from the sold-out crowd’s drip-ping bodies. On April 24, Nero threw down the sickness on the turntables at Denver’s Ogden theatre with an amalgamation of live vocals, stunning light shows, and thick melodic lines. The au-dience went crazy time after time as Nero stimulated the senses.

After a few songs, vocalist, Alana Watson, came on to the stage, stood atop the DJ booth, and began to sing Me and You. Unaware that she would be there, the fans erupted and enthusiasti-cally cheered her on. Few other electronic acts use live vocals, but even though it’s rare, it is equally entertaining. Watson’s

vocals were phenomenal and infused with the house-shaking music.

Nero’s light-fingered melo-dies, sound clips, and hard hitting basslines combine and invade your ear waves with electronic art. Drops are placed randomly throughout songs, sometimes after a build up and sometimes without one. This keeps the au-dience on their toes, not knowing when the next climax is going to hit. Regardless of when the

bassline was dropped, the crowd exploded into screams.

Each musical climax was ac-companied by an equally stimu-lating visual display. The set up was futuristic, making the tech-nology of our time look rustic and antique. The light show was hard like the bass and the visual effects were stunning. The audi-ence was able to drift through the heavens and experience the magic of fractals and video art.

Nero finished their set and

Watson began to thank the crowd, realizing that curfew was still an hour away everyone in the room began screaming for an encore before the trio even left the stage. The lights turned off and the darkness shouted furi-ously “NERO!” After a few min-utes of screaming the stage lights came back on and Nero played an encore. Afterward Watson professed her love to Denver and the people within the walls of the Ogden shouted their love back.

On Fri., April 20, the First Bank Center was afloat during Levitate music festival as elec-tronic harmonies and flashing lights pulsated from the inside. Paper Diamond opened the night just like their style: fresh. Their agile rhythms made the crowd be-gin to bounce in unison. The syn-thetic sounds were building on each other, making the audience dance more wildly, and although there were many distinct layers of sound, they all blended together beautifully to form a funky, fresh sound.

The smooth melodies were enough to make one eventually begin to zone out; however, when it is least expected Paper Dia-mond changes the direction of the sound texture. The melody is still smooth but there is slightly new feel to it. Paper Diamond’s agile synthesizing gives off a feeling of airy lightness, making it easy to get lost in the beats.

As the sound flows and the beats build anticipation, the drop hits. Paper Diamond’s drops may not be as hard-hitting as other art-ists’, but they still erupt. As the bass drops, the beats and harmo-nies get more complex, like an explosion of texture. If it were a flavor, the sound would be like an explosion of taste, stimulating ev-ery region of the taste buds. The music has a rich flavor, without the heavy undertones.

As the mind was sent dashing through the melodies, the visual aspect of the show coalesced nicely. The setup was simple and aesthetically pleasing. Experi-encing Paper Diamond was not so much a musical mauling, like some electronic shows, but more of a flirtation with the senses, light and fun.

Nero “dub-steps” into DenverLevitate Festival lifts First Bank Center

Act II theater production in photos


Lizz MullisStaff Photojournalist


Concert Review.

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Lights, vocals, and melody wows audiences.Paper Diamond

impresses crowd with sounds and visuals

Nero’s lightshow, like their set, was an amalgamation of futuristic and retro styles. Photo by Vina Sitthisay

Sean McCormick and Leah Duncan’s characters come to life in this comical play.The cast improvises with the few props and stage they have.

Shelby Hermann, or the “Fool” entertains Desiree Quinonez’s character.

DJ Shadow plays his set inside an orb.Photo by Lizz Mullis

S tudents are faced with the same question every sum-mer: “What are you doing

over the summer?” With count-less options, it can often be dif-ficult to narrow choices down to something fun yet obtainable. Stay in-state, or travel elsewhere. Buy a season pass to an amuse-ment park, or visit multiple plac-es. Spend a lot of money or save as much as possible. Whatever the desire, here are several ideas that might help make plans or get the thought process started.

Season Passes: Buying a season pass to an

amusement park is a good way to save money while still having definite plans, even after sum-mer is over. Elitch Gardens and WaterWorld both offer affordable season passes that come with ad-ditional perks. Elitch Gardens passes are $69.99 per person, and include a free parking pass if you buy at least four. WaterWorld

passes start at $94.99 plus tax for a Monday-through-Thursday pass, which includes coupons for discounts around the park. The regular pass is $114.99 plus tax, and it includes a 20 percent discount around the park, a free day-ticket for a friend, and bring-a-buddy discounts. WaterWorld also has Flexpay; use it to pay for season passes in two payments.

State and National Parks: Colorado is one of few states

boasting dozens of state and na-tional parks within driving dis-

tance. Residents can enjoy a mini vacation without having to leave the state or book a hotel room. Steamboat Lake, Chey-enne Mountain, Mesa Verde, Barr Lake, and Golden Gate Canyon are only a few options available within a few hours’ drive.

State and National park passes are a great way to take advantage of all that Colorado has to offer. An annual State park pass costs $70, providing access to all 42 parks. It is also attached to the owner’s vehicle, giving access to anyone that rides along. The National Park pass is $80, which

covers any park managed by USDA FS, NPS, USFWS, BLM and Reclamation. Both passes are available for purchase online, or at retailers such as REI.

Tourist Attractions: Contrary to the term, many sup-

posed tourist attractions are still a great place for residents to enjoy. The Royal Gorge, the Great Sand Dunes, Georgetown, The Mint, and the Coors and Budweiser factories are places that residents often do not visit because they are viewed as an attraction where only out-of-town visitors go. Liv-ing in-state gives residents an ad-vantage over tourists in terms of scheduling tours and visiting out-door locations during nice weath-er. Try something new and visit a place that people travel thousands of miles to experience.

Travel outside Colorado: If staying in the state is simply out of the question, there are plenty of fun and exciting places to visit without having to spend a lot of money to get there. Fron-tier Airlines has one-way flight specials to 60 destinations for as low as $54 until June 20. If you are seeking a more unique adven-ture, traveling by train might be an option. Amtrak travels from Denver west to Sacramento and San Francisco, CA, as well as Salt Lake City, UT, along the way. Eastbound, it travels non-stop to

Chicago. Each stop has connect-ing Amtrak trains that travel the country. Train fares cost almost as much as most roundtrip flights do, but trains offer the added experi-ence of views, meals on board, and avoiding long TSA lines.

International Travel: Summer is a great time to

travel internationally. The length of time and warm weather make traveling outside the country that much easier. Some of the most popular destinations in-clude France, United Kingdom, Africa, Australia, and Canada. Australia is the place to visit if you want warm, but not too hot, weather. Since they are located in the Southern Hemisphere, their seasons are opposite from North America’s, forecasting mid-60s to low-70’s. For some of the best sightseeing and well-known at-tractions, France or London are great choices; however, remem-ber to bring an umbrella. Both locations are notoriously cloudy or rainy the majority of the time. This eliminates the option for a great summer tan, and can also put a damper on outside activi-ties. Whatever the choice, book flights early and do not forget the passport.

Get out; try something differ-ent; see new places. However the summer pans out, have fun and take a break!

S ummer is peeking its glori-ous head around the corner and everyone is ready for

it. This summer should be a great one, and what better way to cap-ture it then with a great camera. For those that want good quality and unique camera settings, the price will not be cheap, but there are plenty of different options to choose from. Whether this cam-era is just an accessory to snap a few photos or get pictures of ev-ery friend and memory, or a tool for the aspiring photographer this summer, all of these cameras will last well beyond the summer.

The Social Photographer:In this age of technology smart

cars and smart phones are more than common, so it is not weird for 2012 to be the year of the “smart camera.” On Samsung’s wifi-connected smart camera, the DV300F Dual LCD 16 MP, the ability to instantly share photos on any social media site is what makes this camera a winner. Along with its countless wireless functions, this camera also has a small LCD screen on the front, making it easy to get a perfectly framed self-portrait. This camera is decently priced for its abilities, retailing around $199.

Budget Friendly:

Spending money can be some-what difficult when budget comes into play, that’s why the Pana-sonic Lumix (DMC-FH25) is perfect for the people who want good photos but have little to spend. This camera is priced around $150 and is rated as one of consumers’ favorite cameras for that price range. This camera can shoot in HD, and it has sur-prisingly a long zoom, quick shot, and good photo quality. The bat-tery life is also long and depend-able. The only downside to its design is the small LCD screen. It is available in multiple colors and the perfect size for a regular point-and-shoot camera.

The New Photographer:Nearly everyone has an aspir-

ing photographer stage. That lasts about three months, and all that comes out of it is an album filled with hundreds of macro flower shots and chain-linked fences, and a few photos of some-one’s smiling baby scattered in there. However, when that dream starts to become more realistic and some talent shines through, it is time to invest in an SLR. Whether it’s the Canon EOS Reb-

el T2i ($589-$999) or the Nikon D5000 ($419-$999), the debate over which one is better is end-less. However, in reality it’s the photographer, not the camera, that creates the art. Word around campus is that the photographer

for The Front Page has a Canon of her own... These two cameras are pricey, but a good investment for this summer and beyond.

The Multitasker:Everyone secretly wants a tab-

let. Anyone can deny it, but no one can deny how cool tablets are and their endless posibilities. Surf the web, play every game ever created, get a tutorial on how to text a girl, or send an e-mail to grandma - these tablets do any-thing. This also includes taking photos and recording video. The best tablet for those who want to bundle a camera with thousands of other apps is the Motorola Xoom. Despite the iPad’s pres-tige, it is not the best rated when it comes to camera ability. The Mo-torola Xoom has the best camera out of all the leading tablets. It is important that the photos look as good off the tablet as they do on it, and the Xoom does that. The price is $499 and it will store up to 64 gigabytes of memory.

Ideas for a fun and affordable summer break

Capture summer memories, whether you’re looking to save or splurge on a camera


Lizz MullisStaff Photojournalist

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The Front Page’s very own, Lizz Mullis provides a guide to this summer’s best-rated cameras.

Cheaper summer break activities for the young, wild, and broke.

Photo courtesy of www.360dwellings.com

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