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Diane Schaefers
Cafeteria staff a hit with students
The cafeteria staff at NCC is so wonderful that seeing their smiling faces makes the cafeteria a less scary place. Many NCC students eat in the cafeteria, but not many know of “Cheeseburger Charlie” Christianson, the awesome Diane Schaefers or Jon Beavors, the head chef.
Pictured above: Cashier Diane Schaefers
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One Last Test
NCC graduates are above the national average in reading, mathematics, critical thinking and writing/essay, said Tony Dunlop, math instructor and coordinator of the College Assessment of Academic Proficiency test. Students are required to take the CAAP before receiving their NCC degree.
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SmokersSmoking at NCC
Smoking in the no-smoking area is a growing problem at NCC. Students are breaking the rules and smoking where they are not supposed to.
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Play Delayed
There are new dates for the 2006 fall play “Lion in the Winter.”
Due to injuries of a cast member, the play has been pushed back to Wednesday Oct. 25 through Saturday Oct. 28.
There is a matinee at 2 p.m on Oct. 28.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 952-487-7462, or the box office located near the theater (open hours permitting).


Hue and SarahScared of Tests?
Blank minds, sweaty palms, and sleepless nights could best describe some student’s preparations for tests.
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  TwinsTwins in Trouble?
Forlorn faces peer out of the Minnesota Twins’ dugout as the Oakland Athletics pull off two improbable post-season road victories. The Twins continue their division series play against Oakland this afternoon, facing an early elimination from the playoffs. Brad Radke (12-9, ERA 4.32) is scheduled to start for the Twins thanks to a stellar performance against the Kansas City Royals last week.
 
     

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Last updated October 11, 2006