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NEWS WWW.GUILFORDIAN.COM [arly College Interact Club shows off student talent BY RISHAB REVANKAR SiWfWwm Young and old, local and foreign, and student and faculty alike all came together on Feb. 22 for the annual "ECG's Got Talent" show. Hosted in Dana Auditorium by the Early College at Guilford Interact Qub, the charity event raised over $1,000 for Ankur Balsadan, an orphanage in Latur, India. A total of 15 acts showcased everything from an Indian- Western inter-cultural dance fusion to an original acoustic guitar rap. Students clad in traditional costumes danced to the beat of trendy K-pop music. Others adorned in suit and tie produced a classical version of "Secrets" by One Republic. "It's not just a battle of the bands," said Zachary Engle, Interact Qub advisor and Guilford's associate director of development. "Students feel secure and enthusiastic about bringing something from another cultural background. ThaEs uniquely Early College. And that's uniquely Guilford." In the fifth annual edition of the show, Interacters themselves co-ordmated rehearsals, worked stage arrangements and hosted the event as MCs. "Everyone pitched in, and it's similar to a potluck dinner, which Quakers are famous for," said Engle. "We're giving to an orphanage, something that would totdly jive with Qu^er values." Like Engle, many deem Guilford a fitting locale for such a talent show. "In addition to serving an international cause, we helped Interact and the Greensboro community bond and share some laughs," said Parth Vaidya, talent show MC and ECG Interact Qub treasurer. 'The talent show brings the community together not only to support students but also to get everyone excited about service, and encourage them to make a difference," said ECG Interact Qub President Katie Myers. Early College families, Guilford College students and Rotary Qub members from all across the state amounted to a diverse audience. Coundlwoman Nancy Hoffman, Rep. John Hardister and Guilford's Continuing Part-time Lecturer in Music lecturer Parke Puterbaugh also attended the show as honorary judges. Early College senior Rick Ralston-Asumendi and his accompan5dng band took home the top prize with an teamwork. That's fun. And we're all trying to accomplish one goal." The Interact Qub's goal that evening was to support the Ankur orphanage's budding music program. Last year. Interact raised $1,200 to help fund a music program for Ankur's children. "We had been planning to organize music lessons at the orphanage for more than four years," Ankur Supervisor Kailash Girwalkar told The Guilfordian. "But the budget wasn't in a position to account for a music teacher's salary. Tlie A total of 15 acts showcased everything from an Indian-Western interculturai dance fusion to an original acoustic guitor rap. Students clad in traditional costumes danced to the beat of trendy K-pop music. Others adorned in suit and tie produced a classical version of "Secrets" by One Republic. electrifying performance of 'Too Qose," originally by British rock star j^ex Clare. "I saw the talent show last year and thought it was great in many ways," said Anne Murr, Rotarian and district Interact chair in an email interview. "I'm glad it is still a happening and was such a success again." . Murr's District Interact Co-Chair Terry Ball has been a member of Rotary International for over 21 years. "Working together through service projects, that's why I thoroughly enjoy Rotary and Interact," said Ball. 'That's money from ECG Interact came to us like a timely blessing. To us, that money was worth a million dollars." Girwalkar, a former commander of the Indian Naval Force, has helped ECG Interact optimize the impact of contributions to Ankur's budding music program. "The manner in which our children learn and perform vocal music catches the eye of anyone and everyone visiting the orphanage," said Girwalkar. "Interacts support has triggered a great transformation in (the diildren's) outlook. They are finally able to follow their passion for music." SENATE Update >x>>>>x>>o>>x>>>x>>>>x^ This Week's Developments Heard from students ^>out Guilford entering die Real Food Challenge. Gave feedback to Meriwether Godsey for fall. Had a Q&A with Jen /^or and Aaron Fetrow about Residence Life 2uid next y^r’s Honors Dorm. Next Week's Plans We will finalize the plan for student scholarships and discuss other upcoming Senate projects. Applications to run for a Senate Executive position are due March 25. Campaigning begins April I; elections are April 15. Contact Us We need to hear your voicel Have an idea? Concern? Great recipe? It’s important to us. Questions? Email: senate@guilford.edu or visit http://guilfordsenate.wordpress.com Compiled by Tim Leisman, Community Senate President Fire in The Grill has employees running, jumping over counters BY MICHAEL CASWELL A fire broke out on Tues., Feb. 26 in the kitchen of The Grill when a coil from an old grill burst into fl^es. "At first, I was stuck and did not know what to do, said Grill worker Mecah Bellamy. 'Then I ran. When Grill Worker Kevin Otutuloro saw the fire, he quickly jumped over the counter to get away. However, he soon returned and successfully put out the fire. Although this was a scary moment for the workers and Grill customers, Otutuloro believes something positive can still come out of the fire. "It happened because the grill was old, said Otutuloro. "Now are getting a new grill, which they had planned on doing, but this speeds up the process." Although some positives may come out of this event, Otutuloro believes it should have been handled differently. "After all that I had to go through, I still had to continue working," he said. Otutuloro felt that The Grill should have closed for the day after the fire just to make sure everything was under control. Sophomore Eli Moran was at the grill when the fire started. "I just heard a lot of commotion and then saw Kevin jump over the counter," said Moran. Now that The Grill will be getting a new grill to replace the faulty one, Otutuloro and Bellamy believe that it may mean increased food options for students. The new gnll will be capable of cooking a wider variety of food, which may expand The Grill's menu. . , , Sophomore Kendall Goins is exated about the idea of more food options on campus. i , "I hate that a fire happened, and I am glad everyone is OK, but I think it's great that it could possibly mean new choices at The Grill," said Goins. The fire scared workers and students ^d brought up some concerns but could also possibly lead to a better Grill experience.
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