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Chancellor says SIUE will likely break even next year
TRENT STUART Alestle Reporter
Chancellor Randy Pembrook addressed the school and state’s financial situation in a Q&A session with faculty and staff Feb. 23. He said the university will at least be able to break even next year if the state budgets is anything over 80 percent of the 2014/2015 budget. Pembrook used the 20142015 figures to compare to next year’s potential budget because that was the last school year that SIUE had a state-funded budget at the beginning of the year. He explained if next year’s budget is over 80 percent of the one from 2014-2015, the school will be able to invest the additional money in a way that is yet to be determined. The administration has been having conversations with the state government offices, and according to Pembrook, the state senate may take a vote about the budget soon. “If they ratify anything that is above 80 percent, we should actually be in good shape,” Pembrook said. Regardless, Pembrook said
students should not have to worry about the university running out of money even if there is not a budget approved. “We have a multi-year plan, so students don’t have to worry about that. But it would be nice to think that we have enough money that we can start investing strategically in things because that’ll be a great conversation for students,” Pe m b ro o k said. There was also some discussion about how much of the budget may be based on performance-based metrics. According to dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Greg Budzban, who asked about metrics during the meeting, these metrics are based on what the state calls academic success. The state has recently increased the amount of their bud-
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gets based on metrics from 0.5 percent to 5 percent. Budzban said he is not opposed to this, but he is concerned that the state is comparing SIUE to other schools, such as University of Illinois, that have a much different pool of stu-
Family Friendly Restroom Pembrook and Interim Vice Chancellor for Administration Rich Walker also addressed President Trump’s recent transgender executive order. Walker summarized Trump’s transgender executive order and said the university’s policies involving transgender students and faculty will not change. “What the executive order did was simply repeal the requirement RANDY PEMBROOK for federal protecChancellor tion, and left that up to states and dents. Rather, he said the state local schools to impose. We don’t should be looking at how much plan on changing our policy,” value each university is adding for Walker said. their students. Walker also talked about the “We have to get in touch with university’s effort of incorporatthe committees and the legisla- ing family-friendly restrooms in tures that are working on this and campus buildings to further be make sure that they understand inclusive of transgender students how complex the issue is and that and others who may need to take the appropriate measures are put advantage of the gender-neutral in place,” Budzban said. restrooms. Some buildings on
We have another multi-year plan so students don’t have to worry about that.
campus already include them, and they will continue to be included in new buildings and renovations in the future. There will be a family-friendly restroom in the addition of the Engineering building, and, according to Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Jeffrey Waple, the Vadalabene Center will be opening one after spring break. “We will continue to support our transgender students, and we will continue to keep that as a requirement in our facilities as we move forward, until told differently,” Walker said. Pembrook said he holds these types of meetings to find out what people are most concerned about and inform people of where administration stands on various topics. “As long as people are coming, as long as they are engaged in this process, I’m more than happy to do it,” Pembrook said. Contact TRENT STUART Call 650-3530 Tweet @tstuart_alestle Email tstuart@alestlelive.com
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Panel provides feedback on social issues MIRANDA LINTZENICH Alestle Reporter With Black Heritage Month coming to an end, Campus Activities Board hosted an open forum Feb. 23, in which students could discuss social issues, including what the black power fist meant to them, the Black Lives Matter movement and black history in general. CAB President and senior exercise science major Rachael Walker, of Aurora, was among those on the committee who planned the questions to start off the night. This was the first year the executive board had taken on the position of engaging topics and issues. “We felt like it was necessary to have an open forum during Black Heritage Month,” Walker said. “Students have needed to have that conversation, and we are supposed to have monthly open forums, so it just made sense.” The first and second questions asked were in regard to what the black power fist meant to each of the panel members and the history of it, to which junior psychology major Dominique Davis, of Oak Forest, responded with background information. “To me, the black power fist means defiance. I said defiance because it is both resistance and initially started with two black athletes at the 1968 olympics and during the National Anthem, instead of putting their hands over their heart, they rose their fists,” Davis said. According to historical studies assistant professor Jessica Harris, by doing so, the pair of athletes drew attention to human rights issues and how black athletes were treated at the time, as well as showing how their plight as black athletes was connected to
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Left, junior psychology major Dominique Davis, of Oak Forest, coordinator for Transition Programs and Outreach Tarsha Moore and Assistant Professor for Historical Studies Jessica Harris speak about the black power fist Feb. 23, during the Speak Out: Lift Every Voice open forum event hosted by the Campus Activities Board in the Morris University Center Redbud Oak Room. | Allison Gregory / Alestle
the plight of other people of color and oppressed individuals around the world. Harris said it is important to see the fist as a larger commentary of power in resistance against oppression. “I think the fist means simply pulling through as a people and strength,” sophomore business major Amber McCall, of Chicago, said. “It’s about simply everything we’ve been through. Throwing up the fist is letting you know that we are still here and that we still have got a ways to go.” For Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Program Coordinator Tarsha Moore, the black power fist is a symbol of solidarity and what it represents as a whole. “When we think about what solidarity means, it means power,” Moore said. “Power in numbers. So to clench the fist, it is to bring all five of your fingers together to make a force. It means power from the force of unity.”
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Another question referred to the time it took to design the BHM shirts containing a fist symbol and getting them approved. In the beginning of the process, there was some difficulty in regard to getting the original design approved, according to the panel. At first there were claims that the black power fist would incite riots, to which the panel argued that these claims were ignorant and linked to common misconceptions. Although Harris was not aware of the controversy, she said that when dealing with such a historical symbol, professors at SIUE could have provided context into the matter. “In terms of why the fist itself relates to black power has been so controversial is because there have been a lot of misnomers about what black power actually was,” Harris said. “A good thing about it is that you have people that dedicate their lives to researching
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those types of questions and can provide answers. Just in terms of what black power was, if you want to get at the heart of the definition, you go and look at Stokely Carmichael wrote an essay about black power that was published in the New York Times, in 1966, where he actually defines what it is.” Harris referenced the passing of the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and stated when everything was over and African-Americans became first-class citizens, people thought all of the issues revolving around segregation were solved. However, class issues, deplorable housing conditions and a lack of employment opportunities were some of the many problems on her list that showed that to be false. Moore said showing what black power means and educating each other was the whole point of the academic setting.
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After multiple candidate presentations and an extensive process of selecting a candidate, March 1, Denise Cobb has accepted the position of provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. Cobb has served as the interim provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs since December of 2015. She has been recognized for her extensive knowledge of the university and her commitment to maintaining positive relationships within the SIUE community and figuring out solutions to the budget situation. She will begin her tenure as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs starting May 1, 2017. Contact KENDRA MARTIN Call 650-3527 Tweet @kmartin_alestle Email kmartin@alestlelive.com
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SIUE has to grow from that which it was originally founded upon, even if it feels uncomfortable in the beginning. “What you have to understand about power is the person that is in power is always going to feel shaken when they feel like that power has the ability to be taken away,” Moore said. “So when you talk about black power, which I agree with Dr. Harris, it’s not more so a gaining power of one over another. It’s about leveraging that power because you clearly see that historically there are specific groups of people who have been disenfranchised throughout history and it’s deeply embedded in the history of this country.” The panel recognized change has to come from individuals, as well. “Just a small thing that you can do, just as your individual self, is take the time to introduce yourself to someone that is not like you, and don’t be afraid to start the conversation because sometimes we are so afraid that our differences are going to divide us, but we are more alike than we actually know,” Moore said. Another question asked what Black Lives Matter meant to the panel, to which Groves said is a continuation of the civil rights movement from a millennial standpoint. “The reason why I say that is because our patience level is not as strong as our grandparents were, but one way to actually include it is to show that we still matter,” Groves said. “I’m not meaning the start of black culture, I’m meaning the continuation of strength. Everything you think about when it comes to LGBTQ rights, when it comes to women’s rights. They all stem from the civil rights movement.” Davis said that for her, it is about bringing awareness that black lives have value. “You have some counterarguments of, ‘Well, it’s crazy to say Black Lives Matter because all lives matter,’ and if you truly believe that then you would not have any objections to the fact that black lives matter,” Moore said. “It’s just that notion that you have to come with a rebuttal speaks volume about you being uncomfortable and how you are cognitively dealing with being uncomfortable.” Contact MIRANDA LINTZENICH Call 650-3527 Tweet @mlintz_alestle Email mlintzenich@alestlelive.com
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Black Business Expo promotes small businesses TRENT STUART Alestle Reporter In honor of Black Heritage Month, Campus Activities Board and the Black Student Union hosted the Black Business Expo for small businesses to promote their brands and products Feb. 24 in the Goshen Lounge. According to BSU member and junior biology major Amelia Williams, of Edwardsville, this was the first time an event like this
has been at SIUE. “[It is about] essentially just promoting black business owners, showing the importance and allowing the students to see the recognition that is not always shown in society,” Williams said. A variety of businesses were in attendance including clothing companies, beauty suppliers among others selling various household products. Black Child Clothing’s owner Matthew Delashment traveled
from Chicago to sell his products, gain exposure and inform people of the importance of his brand. “I take pivotal moments within black culture and creatively express it through fashion,” Delashment said. Delashment sold t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats at the expo. He said his products are already in some stores in Chicago. Although Black Child Clothing drove over four hours to get to SIUE, many businesses were
Shanice Rice, of Edwardsville, advertises her company, XO Ani, at SIUE’s Black Business Expo Feb. 24 in the Goshen Lounge. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
started in and are from within the borders of Madison County. Shanice Rice, of Edwardsville, owns XO Ani, which sells naturally-made home and body products. Rice personally makes all of her products and said she wants to use her brand to promote confidence in men and women around the world. “I want to gain more exposure as well as help more people see what XO Ani is and that they, too, can have the confidence that they should have,” Rice said. Rice started XO Ani in September 2015, and she sells items such as sugar scrubs, teeth whiteners, hair treatments, waxes, bath bombs and candles on her Etsy page. Senior computer science major Bryce Anthony, of St. Louis, attended the expo to promote his new business, The Zhoo. Anthony designs hats and said he has plans to eventually design more clothes and open up his own store. “I started because I like clothing, and I wanted to work my way up and hopefully become something bigger,” Anthony said. Many of the small businesses attended to gain exposure, and Benjamin Golly, owner of Today’s Beauty Supply in Alton, said it is important for small businesses to continue to do events like this. “I think it’s important to support small businesses because that’s what keeps our economy going and employs a lot of people, and it’s good to come out and keep small businesses flourishing,” Anthony said. Contact TRENT STUART Call 650-3527 Tweet @tstuart_alestle Email tstuart@alestlelive.com
SOAB recommends STEM and psychology organizations TRENT STUART Alestle Reporter The Student Organization Advisory Board recommended two organizations Feb. 24, including Diversity in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics and Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology. Diversity in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics, or Div. STEM, is a brand new group coming to campus with no national affiliation. Div. STEM is organized by junior biological sciences major
Tenor Barker, of Highland. “It’s meant to promote inclusion and diversity in STEM fields, and to promote representation of minorities in STEM fields, which is something that’s really critical to success in STEM fields and studies to have a better, more diverse outlook and perspective on technology and other developments,” Barker said. Barker also said he wants Div. STEM to be a social network for like-minded people to relate to one another and to focus on providing opportunities for career development. He wants the organization to further the mem-
bers’ knowledge of STEM fields and strengthen their understanding of the various professions within STEM. The organization plans to have meetings with guest speakers of various backgrounds in STEM fields, and Barker said he already knows of some SIUE faculty interested in speaking to the group. Barker said there are 16 or 17 people already interested in joining the organization, including both graduate and undergraduate students. The other organization at the meeting, Psi Chi, was represented
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by psychology instructor Stacey Adams. Psi Chi is an honor society for students planning to work in the psychology field. “We do a lot of graduatelevel work kinds of things, so we’re getting our students ready to graduate to go into the field of psych or to go to graduate school,” Adams said. According to Adams, Psi Chi has been around and active at SIUE since the early 1970’s, and it currently has around 40 to 50 active undergraduate members. Since it is also associated with the international Psi Chi organization, Adams said once students become members, they are members for life. “It’s really kind of our toplevel psych students. We take them and allow them to utilize their skills, show us what they’ve learned, but also then prepare them for what they want to do in the future,” Adams said. Adams handed out a detailed calendar of events during the meeting, which showed all of the events the organization will be participating in over the coming months including meetings, fundraisers, tutoring and an alcohol awareness discussion. Both Psi Chi and Div. STEM were recommended by SOAB to move onto the next step in the process, getting approved by the Student Senate at the next Student Government senate meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, March 13 in the Goshen Lounge. Contact TRENT STUART Call 650-3527 Tweet @tstuart_alestle Email tstuart@alestlelive.com
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Wilbur Ross, to be key player in NAFTA negotiations, confirmed as Commerce secretary DON LEE Tribune Washington Bureau 02.24.17
While investigating a report of illegal drugs in Woodland Hall, officers arrested Alexander K. Bailey (19 years old, 1721 Spruce, Quincy) for possession of cannabis over 10 grams. Matthew P. O’Niell was issued civil citations for possession of drug paraphernalia. Bailey was transported to SIUE PD where he was fingerprinted, photographed and processed. Bailey was also issued a civil citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and was released on notice to appear.
An officer responded to 522 Cougar Village for a welfare check on a student. The officers made contact with the student who was upset over a break-up with her boyfriend. The student stayed with a friend for the evening.
An officer issued a written warning for driving with only one headlight. The offense occured on North University Drive and North Circle Drive. Travon T. Grant-Davis (18 years old, 2748 Utah Street, St. Louis, MO) came into SIUE PD and turned himself in on an active SIUE warrant for burglarly from motor vehicle. Grant-Davis was fingerprinted, photographed and processed. Grant-Davis was unable to post $60,000 (10 percent applies) bond and was transported to the Madison County Jail at 1:24 a.m.
02.26.17 An officer responded to Woodland Hall about a report of suspicious items in a room. The officer located a disposed e-cigarette. There are no suspects at this time. Officers responded to an active fire alarm at 507 Cougar Village. University Housing was notified. The alarm was activated by cooking and was restored. There was no fire, smoke or damage. An officer responded to Bluff Hall to a report of a stolen laptop. An officer issued a written warning for driving without tailights on South University Drive at Circle Drive.
02.25.17 A student reported that his cell phone charger had been stolen from his room. The officer contacted the suspect, retrieved the phone charger, and returned it to the victim. The victim did not want to prosecute. An officer issued a written warning for expired registration on East University Drive.
Officers responded to 529 Cougar Village for a report of suspicious person around the building. The officers checked the surrounding areas and could not locate anyone. Officers met with staff at International Affairs who stated an international student had not been attending class, has moved out of Cougar Village and they had not been able to make contact with her. The officers contacted the student’s father who stated she was fine and was in Chicago visiting her relatives. An officer collected a backpack found in the middle of Lot E. The officer located the owner in the area and returned the backpack.
02.23.17 Officers responded to the Lovejoy Library after custodial staff reported two or three male subjects walking around and drinking beer on the second floor. The staff advised one subject pulled the cleaning sign off the women’s restroom door and used the women’s restroom with custodial staff present. Officers advised on arrival that the alcohol was for a catetered event for staff. The report was unfounded.
02.22.17 Officers responded 404 Cougar Village for a report of a domestic battery. The caller stated the male subject was outside of the apartment. The subject fled the area prior to the officers’ arrival. Officers attempted to locate the subject with negative results. The investigation continues. An officer responded to North Circle Drive at Lot F for a two vehicle accident report involving Illinois registered AA58212 and Illinois registered Q806305. The driver of Unit 1 requested Emergency Medical Services and was subsequently transported by Emergency Medical Services to Anderson Hospital. The tow truck was requested for Unit 1. State citation was issued to Sierra A. Scott for failure to yield at intersection and uninsured motor vehicle.
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africa night Students gather, celebrate African culture
Junior electrical engineering major Dunamis Obomighie, of Nigeria, showcases authentic dances Feb. 26, in the Morris University Center. These dances celebrate all the diverse cultures of Africa. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle Left, graduate Yvonne Akinyi, of Kenya and junior kinesiology major Racheal Oladapo, of Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria, star in an African Student Association’s Africa Night drama scene Feb. 26, in the Morris University Center. Akinyi stars as the “princess” and Oladapo stars as the “queen” who share the ideal mother daughter relationship throughout all of the scenes. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
Senior electrical engineering major Ikenna Aghadi, of Nigeria, free style dances. Aghadi organized the event. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
Mass communications major Raven Johnson, of Chicago, struts the runway at African Student Association’s Africa Night Feb. 26, in the Morris University Center. Johnson’s vibrant hues catch every eye in the room while celebrating the diverse cultures through clothing. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
Guest dancers from Washington University St. Louis’s Kwenu dance team participate in African Student Association’s Africa Night Feb. 26, in the Morris University Center. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
Junior public health major Portia Osei, of Ghana, struts the runway Feb. 26, in the Morris University Center. Osei struts her vibrant printed skirt celebrating the beauty and unique cultural aspects of all the different countries in Africa. | Sam Kitchen / Alestle
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SIUE alumna opens Maryville beauty supply store KIAH EARL Alestle Reporter After recognizing a gap in the Edwardsville-Glen Carbon-Maryville market for a beauty supply store that caters to people of color, SIUE alumna Breon Green, of St. Louis, decided there was something she could do about it. On Jan. 21, Green opened the doors of Divine Immanence LLC, a beauty supply store that provides hair care and beauty products. “I decided to open a beauty supply store in the area because there wasn’t any opportunity to get certain products that I needed locally,” Green said. “I would always have to travel to Fairview Heights or St. Louis.” Senior mass communications major Gary Prichett, of Chicago, said he thinks Divine Immanence is an opportunity for the local area to become more racially aware of different people and their wants and needs. “Local access to diverse products is important,” Prichett said. “Opening a store like this better represents the racial diversity of the area.” According to Green, shopping at and supporting black businesses is something black people have to condition themselves to do. Green graduated in 2010 with a business economics and finance degree from SIUE and pursued an MBA at Webster University in Webster Groves, Mo. At Webster, Green took a mar-
keting course that required her to write a business plan. According to Green, opening a beauty supply store was something she saw a need for, and after writing the business plan for class, she decided it was the right time to pursue entrepreneurship. Green said her motivation for opening the store was to encourage people to embrace their natural beauty by providing natural hair care products. She also said the store name was inspired by the idea of beauty in its natural state. Junior mass communications major Tayla Myles, of Chicago, said she first learned about Divine Immanence at the Black Heritage Month Black Business Expo on Feb. 24. “I’m happy that I don’t have to go all the way to St. Louis or Fairview Heights to purchase hair care products anymore,” Myles said. “I look forward to supporting a local black owned business that provides the types of products that black people really need.” Divine Immanence is located at 23 Executive Plaza Court in Maryville and is open on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Green said she hopes to open the store for longer hours in the future as the business continues to grow. Currently, the store does not offer an SIUE student discount, but is something she is looking into for the near future. Green said she recognizes college can put a strain on finances and wants to
Entrepreneur Breon Green (right), an SIUE grad, and her husband Darrin Green opened her new business, Divine Immanence Jan. 21, at 23 Executive Plaza Court in Maryville. | Photo courtesy of SIUE Marketing
make sure her products are easily accessible to everyone. “I definitely want to offer an SIUE student discount in the future once the store is up and running more,” Green said. “I know as a student, seeing that signage in business windows was great.” Green worked directly with the Illinois Metro East Small Business Development Center on campus to develop her final business plan and said she received all of the services free of charge. The
SBDC provides confidential counseling services through trained counselors to new entrepreneurs and existing business owners. The services include review of business plans, financing options and marketing assistance. “They were always very helpful, and they provided me with a lot of resources to get my store up and running,” Green said. Green said she encourages anyone interested in starting a business to take care of their credit
and to also write down their goals to keep their thoughts organized. “Credit is everything,” Green said. “To qualify for loans, credit cards or any other type of financial help, your credit has to be good.” For more information, call Divine Immanence at 618-2051115. Contact KIAH EARL Call 650-3527 Tweet @kearl_alestle Email kearl@alestlelive.com
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The vandalism of over 150 headstones in the Chesed Shel Emeth Society Jewish cemetery in University City, Mo. last week came after an increasing number of bomb threats on Jewish community centers across the nation.
With the Jewish community in St. Louis on edge, an unexpected ally came to their aid when Muslim activists began raising funds in an effort to help the community restore the cemetery. According to ABC News, activists raised over $70,000 in their campaign. The incident — an act of hatred and ignorance, aimed at futher separating our country — had the reverse effect, bringing the Muslim and Jewish communities in St. Louis closer, which was wonderfully ironic. The satisfying bit of irony surrounding the situation is that “Trump’s America” is actually bringing people together. The hatred and discrimination associated with Trump’s campaign — and now his presidency — is coincidentally fueling unity. Even better, it is uniting the minorities that were meant to be cut down by these actions — minorities with a history of hostility toward each other. This unifying support is the type of reaction American people of all walks of life should expect, receive and offer following such attacks aimed at weakening groups of citizens. Following the incident, President Trump addressed the issue of anti-Semitism after facing criticism that his administration had not sufficiently reprimanded threats and other prejudice acts, according to CNN. “The anti-Semitism threats targeting our Jewish community and community centers are horrible and are painful and a very sad reminder of the work that still must be done to root out hate and prejudice and evil,” Trump said Feb. 21 after a tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. What was more encouraging was Vice President Mike Pence taking time to visit the cemetery with Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens to address the issue of antiSemitism, extend their thanks and give a helping hand in the cleanup. Incidents like this are tests for the American people in a time when we can band together or fall victim to division and hatred. It is encouraging to see citizens come together the way the Jewish and Muslim communities of St. Louis have. I urge readers of all backgrounds to band together in the face of prejudice and hatred and offer support to those who face discrimination.
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Be true to your school: Take pride in SIUE Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a school with 14,000 students, Division I sports and 322 active organizations. It seems unlikely that an SIUE student would find time to be bored between classes and all of these activities.
ALESTLE STAFF EDITORIAL However, it’s quite obvious SIUE lacks a certain level of pride. Low attendance at events and a general consensus that SIUE has a long way to go before reaching the standard of excitement set by similar state schools such as Illinois State University and University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign begs the question: how can SIUE get its students more excited about their school? We at the Alestle encourage students to not only get involved by joining and attending the events of various organizations,
but also to step back and think about what it means to be a student at this university. A quick trip to SIUE’s CollegiateLink will give you a full list of organizations you can join. From Fraternity and Sorority Life to Paranormal Club, there is something for everyone. Finding your niche can help you feel more connected to and appreciative of the university as a whole. Once you find your niche though, don’t be afraid to keep branching out. SIUE has a wide array of people and activities, and if you truly want to experience everything the university has to offer, you should support other organizations and attend their events, even if those organizations may not align with your interests. You can also visit CollegiateLink to view organizations’ calendars for events you may be interested in attending. Do some digging — there are more events happening on campus than you may realize. While getting involved is a vital aspect of school pride, it’s
also necessary to remember how fortunate we are. SIUE is a special place. It can be easy to feel complacent about a place with which you’ve become so familiar, but it’s important to remember how lucky we are to be here receiving an education — an opportunity many do not receive — in the first place. That alone should make you feel proud. Most of us will never again be in an environment where nearly everyone’s purpose is simply to learn, better themselves and find success in something about which they’re passionate. Start relishing your experience — speak up more in your classes, check the university’s website to see what students and faculty are achieving in their research, attend events and performances held by other students and appreciate their talent and drive and above all, never let yourself take this experience for granted. READ MORE STAFF EDITORIALS AT ALESTLELIVE.COM
What transgender means to me
I never planned for my situation to be this way, and my sibling’s choice to become the gender he associates himself with doesn’t affect me in the slightest. But I’ll be honest, at first I thought my world was crumbling.
MIRANDA LINTZENICH Alestle Reporter It hasn’t been easy. For close to 15 years, I had loved my little sister to pieces. I dreamed one day we could bond over clothes and makeup. I soon learned that wouldn’t be the case. Around September of this past year, my sibling informed me he would be planning on making the change from female to male. My first reaction was to question how this could be. I wanted to know why my little sister would want to put herself into a situation that would be emotionally, physically and mentally draining each and every day, but I soon came to my senses. I realized no matter the reason, my sibling was now my brother. He still hasn’t officially come out, and we are in the process of choosing a name as a family. I’ve learned that I need to be loving and supportive. I didn’t
ask for this process, but I know that my brother didn’t choose this for his life either. Now, I have my own choice, and that is to love my little brother for who he is, regardless of what it looks like to other people. I hate knowing individuals get bullied for trying to be themselves. I hate how insecure some have to feel every day in their own bodies. I hate the pain they have to go through knowing they can’t be who they want to be. According to USA Today, 41 percent of transgender individuals attempt suicide compared to 4.6 percent of the general public. That is a statistic that should scare you. To add to the problem, Feb. 22, President Donald Trump revoked former President Barack Obama’s transgender bathroom order that allowed individuals to use the bathroom of their choosing. With alarmingly high suicide rates and a government that seems to be against them, I will stand up for those like my brother. I can never fully understand what he is going through, but I will try. As millennials growing up in a world full of what seems to be filled with hate and callousness,
all I can ask is that we try to remain open-minded. I understand if it goes against your religion, but another person’s actions do not affect your personal relationship with a higher being. In my opinion, Jesus would have loved trans people regardless of any choice to change their body. I understand if you can’t wrap your head around the idea, because I struggled with it at first, but you have to be willing to understand. There are a variety of videos, blogs and other materials out there that can help. I’ll be honest — I’m still learning and taking everything in. It will be awhile before I will become used to referring to my sibling as “he.” The process takes time and we are getting there slowly but surely. At this point, all I can do is love and support him. The takeaway is that being transgender is hard, not only for the individual, but also for everyone around that person. It is a slow and painful process, and it is not a choice for most individuals. Please take that into consideration before you decide someone else’s life is an inconvenience to you.
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The Cougars hosted the Eastern Illinois Panthers Feb. 25, for the final game of the Ohio Valley Conference and of the regular season. SIUE started the game hot by scoring the opening bucket, even though the Cougars did not have their best shooting night, shooting 39 percent from the field. The Cougars went into the locker room at the half with a 3118 lead. SIUE ran up the stat sheet shooting 4-10 from the threepoint line, 18-25 from the charity stripe and out rebounded the Panthers 48-36. Head Coach Paula Buscher said at the post-game press conference she is happy with how team has been playing as of late. “We are playing very consistent lately. At the beginning of the season we weren’t as efficient on defense, but now we are making stops and peaking at the right time,” Buscher said. The Cougars have won their last eight of eleven conference games. Even though the Cougars have been on a hot streak, junior guard Donshel Beck said this was a big game for them. “A lot of factors can still determine the seeding, tonight was a must win for us. Everyone in our conference is really jacked up for the tournament so having a higher seed is big for us,” Beck said. Ten Cougars scored in the game, Beck led all scorers with 20 points and eight boards, and redshirt sophomore guard Nakiah Bell had 13 points, six boards and
dished out three assists. However, the most memorable points of the game came from senior center Cassidy Sherman. The free throws were her first career points, with a little over three minutes in the game. “It was overwhelming when I made my first free throw. I had a chance to score earlier in the season but missed. I was relieved to finally score,” Sherman said. Sherman is a walk-on senior, as she was a midfielder on the women’s soccer team. Buscher said she has noticed Sherman’s efforts. “She has been a great addition to the team and fights hard every day,” Buscher said. The Cougars’ win was a big one and helped them clinch a third seed in the upcoming Ohio Valley Conference tournament. Buscher said her plan is to have her team rested and focused for their tournament appearance. The Cougars will travel to Nashville, Tenn., where they take on the sixth-seeded Tennessee Tech University Golden Eagles at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 2. The OVC tournament began March 1, when the No. 1 conference seed Belmont University took on the number eight seed Southeastern Missouri State University. The championship game will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 4. Cougar fans can watch their team in their first game, which will be streamed on the OVC digital network and ESPN3. Contact ZEKE TORRES Call 650-3527 Tweet @ztorres_alestle Email ztorres@alestlelive.com
Junior guard Donshel Beck shoots a hook shot after being fouled by Governor defense Feb. 15, during the 76-69 win over Austin Peay State University in the Vadalabene Center. | Allison Gregory / Alestle
Men’s basketball gets first conference victory ZEKE TORRES Alestle Reporter
Senior guard Burak Eslik, of Istanbul, Turkey, makes a pass on the Cougars’ end of the court Feb. 9, during the 71-67 loss to Southeast Missouri University in the Vadalabene Center. | Allison Gregory / Alestle
The Cougars earned a conference win on senior night Feb. 25 at the Vadalabene Center. This was the Cougars’ first win since early December. The Cougars controlled the opening tip, which was followed by a two-handed slam by junior forward Keenan Simmons. The Cougars and Panthers traded baskets for the entire first half. Senior guard Burak Eslik, who had 13 points in the first half, said this game was special for him. “We talked about how special the game was in the locker room. We wanted to leave it all on the court and that is what we did for 40 minutes,” Eslik said. Starting the second half, the Panthers fought hard to get the game within four points in the second half, but the Cougars’ defense caused 16 turnovers and held their field goal percentage to 34 percent. The Cougars offense extended their lead by 10 midway through the second half and then by 13 with a little over three minutes
left. The Cougars connected on 45 percent of their field goals, and had over 20 points off turnovers. Senior guard Josh White chipped in a career-high 20 points in his final game and said he was excited with the way his career ended. “Playing at this level is always exciting, I’m very thankful my teammates were able to find me open. I was emotional in practice knowing this was my last game, but we finished strong,” White said. Head Coach Jon Harris addressed the crowd and players over the sound system after the game. “I don’t like to get emotional, but this was a special group of players. Thank you to all the fans who have stuck by us through the good and bad. This one was for you guys,” Harris said. Eslik and White combined for 42 points in the Cougars’ win. Senior forward Devin Thornton added 12, and junior forward Jalen Henry had 13 points and six boards. Eslik said the win was a team effort and was important, despite the Cougars did not make the
conference tournament. “We are all a family. We knew we weren’t playing in conference next week so now it was about playing for each other. [Seniors] played for the younger guys, and they played for us. Everyone who touched the court helped in some way,” Eslik said. Although the Cougars did not have a great season, Harris said he is optimistic about the future and the Cougars’ ability to put together a winning season and make the conference tournament next year. “This season has been about laying a foundation for our program. The wins haven’t been there, but we have been fighting the whole season and we never gave up. We need to add a few more key pieces to the puzzle and pick up where left off,” Harris said. The Cougars finished the regular season with a 6-24 record, and a 1-15 record in the Ohio Valley Conference. Contact ZEKE TORRES Call 650-3527 Tweet @ztorres_alestle Email ztorres@alestlelive.com
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HOROSCOPES By Jennifer Shepherd, The Lipstick Mystic Monday, Feb. 27 - Sunday, March 5, 2017
Aries: March 21 - April 19 You could be falling in love with somebody new, thanks to Venus. If you’re already in a relationship, you might experience a second honeymoon type of feeling with that person. It’s a good time to express sentiment, share laughs and have fun.
Cancer: June 22 - July 22 You could discover that you lack wisdom in some part of your life. Mercury is increasing your lust for knowledge. Consider signing up for a class, joining an interesting group or otherwise expanding your horizons. You’ll enjoy a fresh perspective.
Libra: Sept. 23 - Oct. 23 Be sure to leave room in your life for some debate and opposition. The moon could present you with somebody who wants to challenge you, or a potential date who teases or jokes with you. Use your incredible wit and humor to rise to the occasion.
Capricorn: Dec. 22 - Jan.19 The sun is creating a bit of confusion for you. Maybe you are enjoying a nice romance, but you’re reluctant to take the next step. It’s OK to take things slow and to keep your options open. Don’t let yourself be pressured into doing anything.
Taurus: April 20 - May 20 If you keep an open mind, you might come up with a better strategy for success or a more enlightened life philosophy. The sun is helping you to meditate on deeper matters, and the revelations you experience could affect all of your relationships.
Leo: July 23 - Aug. 22 You’re having fun going with the flow as Mars continues to create some positive events. Pretty soon, your career life and personal life will be much more harmonious. You’ll receive lots of great energy from some surprising directions and things will shift for you.
Scorpio: Oct. 24 - Nov. 2 Mercury is increasing your sensitivity. You’ll cry at Hallmark commercials and want to watch cute cat videos all day. It’s fine to enjoy some private time and enjoy some feline therapy. But at the end of the week, try to rally and deal with people again.
Aquarius: Jan. 20 - Feb. 18 Your career is taking up a lot of time, emotion and energy right now, and that’s perfectly appropriate. Many positive changes are going on and you need to remain focused. But do make sure to keep lines of communication open with your loved ones and friends.
Gemini: May 21 - June 21 Try to be more sensitive to some of the stresses that your romantic partner is experiencing. The sun is reminding you that the world doesn’t revolve around you, and you need to pay attention to what other people are going through. Be empathetic.
Virgo: Aug. 23 - Sept. 22 You could be attracted to someone who isn’t your usual type as the sun offers you a few surprises. This person might have very different political, religious or cultural views than you do, yet the two of you are experiencing some powerful sexual magnetism.
Sagittarius: Nov. 22 - Dec. 21 You’re getting closer to someone sexy, and this could provide you with many hours of entertainment and obsession. Venus has you giving in to some intense infatuation. Expect to be tantalized, mesmerized and hypnotized for a while.
Pisces: Feb. 19 - March 20 Trust your psychic talents this week. You’re likely to have some significant dreams or moments of spiritual realization, thanks to the sun. Pay attention to the messages that you receive from the intuitive part of your nature, because they are important.
Jennifer Shepherd, the Lipstick Mystic®, is an astrologer and syndicated columnist with over 2 million readers. For mystical fun and psychic insights visit www.lipstickmystic.com.