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THE VOLUME 90 | ISSUE VIII

ANCHOR

November 7 2016

RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2016

President holds town hall

TAYLOR DAME

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hode Island College President Frank Sanchez held court during free period to hear the concerns of students at RIC. This is the first town hall in his Listening Tour series, which is designed to allow the RIC community to get access to the president and share their concerns with him.

The biggest concern on the minds of students was how the college was helping or failing to help students with disabilities.

One student cited the cramped space in the Disability Services Center as a recurring issue.

“The Disability Office is so small that they are having to bring students up to the fourth and fifth floor of Craig Lee, which I didn’t even know existed, to find testing space. They only have the one room in their office itself.”

Sanchez replied that the college is planning on

addressing these issues.

“In terms of space, it’s a challenge, but here are some things that are going to happen in the next five years. Right now we have plans on the table to invest about $250 million in our physical plant here.”

One topic of discussion brought up by Sanchez for student input was academic advising. The President was curious what students had to say on the hot button issue.

response I got from the English advisor I have was he shrugged his shoulders and said ‘well maybe you just need another year here.’ I am 42, I don’t have another year.”

“These two examples are kind of what I’ve heard, said Sanchez. “It is episodic, it depends.

I’ve heard there are some amazing advisors and then I’ve heard that it was rough and that I advise myself.”

Sanchez is also holding a town hall specifically for faculty on Nov. 9 and for staff on Nov. 30. Both will be in Alger 110 during free period. The last town hall for alumni, foundation,

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and the greater RIC community will be held on Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.

In addition to his town halls, Sanchez is holding coffee hours from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. in the President’s Dining Room in the Donovan Dining Center on Nov. 9, Nov. 22 and Dec. 7.

Students had a lot to say about it. One said that “There are a few students who email their advisors and then don’t hear from their advisors for the next two weeks or so. Some of them reply quickly and some of them take a while.

That affects students when it comes to choosing their classes.”

One student complained about the response she received from one of her advisors.

“I have to take two english classes and two secondary ed classes, but they all conflict… The President speaking at town hall - photo by Alec Ematrudo

RI Heritage Hall of Fame inducts former professor TAYLOR DAME

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ichard J Walton is among the 14 prominent Rhode Islanders who were inducted into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame on Sunday, Oct. 30.

Walton, who passed away in late 2012 from leukemia, is considered by the hall to be a Rhode Islander who “brought credit to Rhode Island, brought Rhode Island into prominence, and contributed to the history and heritage of the state.”

Walton was born in Saratoga Springs, New York and moved to Providence with his family when he was young. He was a graduate of Classical High School, Brown University and the Columbia School of Journalism.

Walton worked as a journalist for the Providence Journal and The New York Sun, and served as the United Nations correspondent for “Voice of America.” Walton was also a prolific author, having written 12 books and numerous articles about

American foreign policy during the Cold War.

Walton was active in politics and was the vice presidential nominee for the Citizens Party in 1984. He later became a Green Party leader in Rhode Island.

Walton served as an adjunct professor at Rhode Island College for 28 years. He was instrumental in unionizing the adjunct faculty at Rhode Island College and served as president of the adjunct faculty union until his death.

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involved in charity work, serving as the president of Amos House and on the boards of the George Wiley Center, as well as the Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless.

Other inductees who were honored alongside Walton include civil rights activist Lionel Joseph Jenkins, former House minority leader Bradford Gorham and John F. McBurney Jr, Bronze Star and French Legion of Honor recipient.

Former inductees include Roger Williams, Alan

Shawn Feinstein and Buddy Cianci.

According to the hall’s website, Rhode Island is one of three states without a museum of state history. To remedy the negative image many Rhode Islanders have of the state the Heritage Hall is building a new museum in Bristol. They plan to have interactive exhibits on the people who have been inducted into the hall and will host recurring events like concerts and film screenings.

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Vector Marketing causes stir on campus

Derrik Trombley Anchor Staff

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s college students we share a unique and collective experience, the experience of working toward financial betterment while at the same time living within financially strained budgets. Therefore, when an offer of employment presents itself with a high hourly wage you could end up taking that job without doing any research on your employer and then find out it was a scam. Of the vulnerable populations that are exploited by scams we college students end up being the biggest targets.

An example of this is Vector Marketing. You may have heard of Vector or you may have seen their signs posted around campus that read “I run a small business in Cranston…We currently have some part time

openings. If you’re looking for work please text for more info.” Vector’s logo appears in a smaller font on the advertisements, so it could easily be missed.

Truthfully, Vector Marketing is not, in fact, a small business in Cranston.

It is a very large corporation that has been active since 1981 and has more than 200 offices throughout the U.S. and contracts about 60,000 student workers.

The job that they hire students to perform has been highly criticized and multiple lawsuits have been brought against and settled

by Vector over the years accusing them of preying on students. The accusations made are that the business model increases Vector’s profitability regardless of whether its employees actually succeed in selling its product, Cutco cutlery.

They do this, according to the detractors of Vector, by not explaining that the students are working as independent contractors, that they must first invest $144 into a starter kit, and that they get paid not hourly, or by commission, but rather by “appointment” by which they must market to as many potential customers as possible by pitching the cutlery set to them. Students expecting to work eight hours a day could find themselves making a lot less under this system than if they worked at McDonald’s; hence, the scam accusation.

Recently, these signs have been brought to the attention of the Rhode Island College Administration. Students have come forward citing the past accusations made against the company of skeptical business

practices and demanding that someone review the procedure for allowing such businesses on campus. One student, Carson Moore, when asked about Vector said, “My experience with Vector coming from people I know is that they take advantage…it’s terrible that they are allowed on campus.” This issue has also recently been brought up to Student Community Government and President Jose Rosario has said of the situation, “As the President of the RIC student body, we must ensure that our college community is informed of valid opportunities and trust that the college will only allow chances for growth and development.”

Vector Marketing has been contacted by the Anchor and Joel Koncinsky, the Public Relations Manager from the company’s headquarters,

has said that “The reaching of a settlement was simply the best way of focusing our time, energy and money on growing our business rather than ongoing litigation…

We’ve been working with Rhode Island College for years and have a great relationship with the school.

We’ve been given full permission to advertise our openings around campus as we’ve been working with Career Development Center.”

Regardless of whether Vector Marketing is a scam or not, some students like Moore have expressed the sentiment that RIC should do all in its power to make it clear to students, from freshmen to seniors, that they need to do research into potential employers and be aware of scams that prey on students’ youth and inexperience.

The scandal that will not go away TAYLOR DAME

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olitical pundits describe big news stories in October regarding the presidential campaign as an October surprise. These surprises generally have a big effect on the race and sway voters in the last days leading up to the election.

However, this year has been different, 2016 has brought so many surprises that it is hard to keep them all straight.

The latest one involves disgraced Congressman Anthony Weiner, the FBI, and Hillary Clinton’s emails.

Weiner, who you may remember resigned from Congress after tweeting out a sexual explicit picture in 2011, is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly sexting more recently a 15 year old girl.

You may be asking yourself what this has to do with Clinton and her emails.

But, when Weiner’s devices were seized by the FBI for the investigation some materials were seen that may be relevant to the

Clinton email case.

Weiner’s wife, Huma Abedin, is a long time Clinton aide and currently serves as vice-chairwoman of Clinton’s 2016 presidential run.

FBI Director, James Comey, took the unprecedented step of sending a letter to Congress informing lawmakers that the bureau is reopening the investigation into Clinton’s emails because there might be emails that the FBI has not yet seen. This decision has many in Washington shaking their heads as it is in direct violation of the rules followed by the Department of Justice and the FBI which say that any public announcements about candidates for public office 60 days before the election are prohibited.

Further complicating this matter, Comey was not required to update Congress and he sent the letter on Friday, two days before the FBI got a warrant to search Weiner’s computer.

Media and politicians are flabbergasted at the director’s decisions with many calling on him

to resign his position.

Representative Steve Cohen said that Comey was “excessively careless in making a statement at this time.”

Senator Harry Reid has said that Comey may have broken the law by violating the Hatch Act which makes it illegal for federal workers to engage in partisan political activities.

Donald Trump has latched on to the scandal and has enjoyed the improvement in his poll numbers after the big hit he took following the release of the Access Hollywood tape that revealed Trump saying some vulgar comments about women.

It’s safe to assume most Americans can agree on one thing: this campaign has carried on long enough.

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Assistant News Editor Question 4: Marijuana Legalization The Attorney General for Massachusetts, Maura Healey (D), recently voiced opposition to the upcoming ballot initiative that would legalize marijuana in the Bay State. Warning that the marijuana industry has already made clear that they will resist any attempts to regulate the potency of their products, Healey urged voters to consider the risks.

Fearing that the initiative will give cannabis entrepreneurs carte blanche control of the new industry, Healey stated, “Potency limits might actually be better for people, but they are bad for profits, they’re bad for the bottom line and they’re bad for a billiondollar industry that will always put profits ahead of people.”

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Question 4 on Tuesday’s ballot would legalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana for recreational use by adults over the age of 21, as well as sanctioning retail sales including edibles such as candy and baked goods.

At a news conference on Beacon Hill, Healey stated, “Question 4 isn’t just about legalization, it’s about commercialization.”

The measure has no language which would place a cap on the allowable levels of THC, the psychoactive chemical in marijuana most commonly associated with the high brought on by its ingestion. Critics have cautioned that contemporary marijuana is at least six times more potent than what was available several decades ago when the war on drugs began.

“Maura Healey’s concern has no basis in fact and is yet another scare tactic to stop voters from putting the criminals who control the market today out of business,” said Jim

Borghesani, a proponent of the initiative and representative for the group Yes on 4.

Healey is one of several high profile officials who oppose the ballot initiative, including Republican Governor Charlie Baker and Boston’s Democratic Mayor Marty Walsh. A recent poll conducted by the Boston Globe found that 49 percent of respondents supported legalization, while 42 percent opposed.

If the initiative were to pass, Massachusetts could become the first state on the east coast to legalize the recreational use of marijuana.

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he Rhode Island State Police will be under new leadership as Governor Gina Raimondo announced her decision to appoint Captain Ann C. Assumpico, the first female officer to hold the position. She will replace Colonel Steven O’Donnell who recently

retired on September 23.

Raimondo made the historic appointment at a State House ceremony last Thursday where she told her audience that diversifying the force was a factor in her decision to elect Assumpico.

“Colonel Assumpico will be a powerful reminder to everyone in Rhode Island that everyone has a chance, and if you work hard, you can achieve your dreams,” the governor said.

Raimondo is confident in her selection, saying Assumpico possesses “the experience, strength, integrity and honesty to take the department to the next level,” and that “she also shares [Raimondo’s] commitment to building a command staff that reflects the Rhode Island population.”

O’Donnell has found new purpose in his retirement as chief executive of the Greater Providence YMCA, and after the announcement was made said that he holds Assumpico “in the highest regard as [he’s]

the person that promoted her to captain” and was steadfast in his belief that she will have the “full faith, trust and confidence” of the state troopers under her command. O’Donnell deflected concerns of the forces readiness for female leadership, saying that “we don’t see gender. We see a state trooper”.

Assumpico is a 24 year veteran, and current director of training for the force. Her rank was seventh in the chain of command and her promotion to superintendent would move her past other officers with higher ranking positions, including the interim superintendent Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Barry.

Last summer, Raimondo and O’Donnell expressed disappointment as seven minority recruits failed to graduate from training out of the eight who were enrolled. With this decision, the governor hopes to reaffirm her dedication to diversifying the rank and file of the state police force.

Rep. Regunberg works toward free tuition

he time has come for Rhode Island to lead the way on fixing the college debt crisis according to Representative Aaron Regunberg and the Political Science Club at Rhode Island College.

Regunberg, who represents district 4 which is in Providence, has been working with student leaders on campus to plan a rally to kick off the campaign which aims to make all three public higher education institutions in Rhode Island tuition and fee free.

Regunberg is looking to submit the legislation in the next session which starts in January of next year and wants the support of the RIC community.

Regunberg spoke to

TAYLOR DAME

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members of Student Community Government at their meeting on Wednesday night to update them on the movement and to get their help in propelling it forward. Parliament members generally seemed to be supportive of the representative’s plan.

President Jose Rosario said of the plan that “there are huge benefits to this program…Education is a right and not a privilege.

We live in a country where, at this point, you need education to move forward.

Education is the main form of social mobility. ”

Members of the Political Science Club have been

instrumental in assisting Regunberg in his push to get support on campus. They have emailed professors and student organizations to solicit their support and they are asking that those who are interested in tuition free public higher education in Rhode Island spread the word about this movement in their classes and organizations.

There are several ways to get involved in the grassroots movement, you can join the Facebook group: Tuition Free @ Rhode Island College and you can attend the weekly meetings of the Political Science Club which are held at 11:30 on Mondays in the Political Science lounge on the second floor of Craig Lee. There will

be an informational session and planning event in the Ducey Media Center during free period on Nov. 16.

Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend these events and help plan or give their input.

Dining services survey Shane Inman Managing Editor

Ask enough students about what aspect of Rhode Island College they’d most like to change, and the Donovan Dining Center is bound to come up more than a few times. Whether it’s about the food, the prices, or the hours of operation, it seems everyone has something to say about the Don.

There is now a place to voice these opinions, as a customer satisfaction survey has been sent to all RIC email accounts— students, staff and faculty— with this exact purpose.

The survey, which is being conducted by the National Association of College and University Food Service, an independent organization, aims to collect more detailed information on the opinions the RIC community has of the Dining Center, Cafe and Quick Mart, with the ultimate goal of providing a path by which these services can be improved.

If you would like to contribute to this survey, check your RIC email— including the clutter folder—for a message with the subject line “Rhode Island College Dining Services Survey.”

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Jeff Garson attempts to walk with drunk goggles on at the ALC Awareness event - photo by Alec Ematrudo The Tipsy Turvy event was put on by the Resident Student Association in the Quad last Wednesday. The event aimed to bring awareness to issues regarding alcohol.

Go vote on Nov. 8 TAYLOR DAME

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t is important to vote and The Anchor is going to help you figure out how to do so.

Unfortunately, it is too late to register to vote to be able to cast a ballot in this year’s state and local elections.

But, those who have already registered need to be able to find their polling stations.

The Rhode Island Secretary of State’s website, https:// vote.sos.ri.gov/ is the place to go if you do not know where to go vote on Nov. 8.

All you need for the website is your name, date of birth, and home address.

Jeff Garson and Colton McAdams try out drunk goggles at the ALC Awareness event - photo by Alec Ematrudo

Those who are not registered to vote can register on the website provided, if they have a valid Rhode Island driver’s license.

There is some good news for those who have not yet registered: you may still be able to vote in the presidential election.

Unregistered voters should call their local Board of Canvassers office, the phone numbers can be found on the website, and ask about same day registration for the presidential election. If you meet the requirements you will be able to vote for the President and VicePresident, but not for any of the other races.

Polling stations are open across the state from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Which gives plenty of time to get out and vote, especially since the college will be closed for the whole day.

There is no reason not to vote on Tuesday so go be an outstanding citizen by voting and then wearing your “I voted” sticker proudly all day on Nov. 8.

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Pokémon Sun and Moon: Special Demo Version THOMAS SACK ANCHOR STAFF

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hile it lacks interesting content, “Pokémon Sun and Moon: Special Demo Version” is entertaining and easy for all to comprehend.

It can be downloaded for free onto one’s Nintendo 3DS, and is a light-hearted sneak peek at Nintendo’s upcoming pair of video games, “Pokémon Sun and Moon.” Approximately 30 minutes in length, “Sun and Moon” takes place in the brand-new Alola region, based on present-day

Hawaii. Players are given a unique Greninja—a two-legged frog-like creature—and with it, they battle computer-controlled opponents, meet neverbefore-seen characters, and explore a variety of locales.

Since this demo’s purpose is to advertise the content of the full games, it lacks a plot.

The most enjoyable aspect of this demo is the multitude of gameplay features it introduces. For the first time, players can ride Pokémon to clear otherwise-impassible obstacles. They can also use a device called the PokéFinder to photograph the

Pokémon they encounter.

Most impressively, players can now unleash ultimate attacks called Z-Moves to devastate their foes and turn the tide of battle.

Unfortunately, there is no character customization in this demo, and everyone is forced to assume the role of Sun, a 10-year-old boy.

Visually, “Sun and Moon” is both a hit and a miss.

While cel-shading grants it a cartoon-like charm and its world is rendered entirely in 3D, the demo does not seem to utilize the 3DS’s 3D functions. This ensures a flat, non-immersive experience. Additionally,

the graphics of this game seem to push the 3DS to its limits, sometimes resulting in reduced framerates and lagging animations.

The quality of the music in “Sun and Moon” is as mixed as its graphics, as some pieces are simply better than others. Generally, field themes do a wonderful job evoking the feeling of being in a tropical climate, while battle themes tend to excel at getting one’s adrenaline pumping.

Unfortunately, like in any “Pokémon” game, these pieces get bland and repetitive after a while. This reduces their memorability. One can

Superhero Central

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n the world of superheroes, aliens and extraterrestrials are often not too far. This may sound weird, but many superheroes in comics, films and television are from different planets or even different solar systems. Proof can be seen in the popular film “Guardians of the Galaxy” which follows a unique team of heroes, each from a different location in space.

In one of the CW’s newest shows “Supergirl,” one such alien-hero has been revealed to us as J’onn J’onzz, otherwise known as Martian Manhunter.

Throughout the first season, J’onn disguises himself as Hank Henshaw, head of the Department of ExtraNormal Operations. This government organization focused on tracking people with extraordinary powers and ensuring they are not a threat to the public. This is quite ironic, considering the head-honcho himself is an undercover alien from Mars.

The revelation of Martian Manhunter’s true identity last season links to the biggest reveal to date, that he is not the lastliving Martian. The show has introduced M’gann M’orzz, another child of Mars. M’gann had thought she was the last Martian,

much like J’onn, leading to a small rift between them and a hesitation to trust each other.

After a gruesome steel cage match in the last episode, J’onn and M’gann resolve their problems and become closer. This differs

only hope the full version of “Pokémon Sun and Moon” redeems the game’s soundtrack as a whole.

Overall, “Pokémon Sun and Moon: Special Demo Version” is fun to play despite it being a potentially poor representation of what is to come in the full version of “Pokémon Sun and Moon.” Because it is free, neither longtime Pokémon fans nor franchise newcomers should pass this demo up, but they should not let their experiences with it determine whether or not they continue their Pokémon journeys.

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from both the comics and the cartoon series “Young Justice,” in which the two are already close due to their relationship as uncle and niece and M’gann becomes her uncle’s sidekick, Miss Martian.

Hopefully “Supergirl” will

get to a point where M’gann would establish that sort of closeness with J’onn and consider being his sidekick.

More than likely, we will have to go through many bumps in their relationship before that becomes a possibility.

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Iced or hot?

Madeleine LeBlanc Anchor Contributor

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ne cup, two cups, three cups, more. Every student across America is playing a certain game with themselves, testing how little sleep can they can get away with every night.

This game rears its ugly head at 2 a.m., when students overwhelm themselves, laying in bed after a long day of classes and cramming in hours of studying and writing. We tell ourselves the solution to our problem is staying awake with caffeine; one extra cup of coffee in the morning and we are as good as new. Even I have been shocked to find myself so caffeine dependent after years of never needing it.

How could this be?

Within the last five years, studies have flooded the media and newscast outlets with mixed reviews on the effects of caffeine on our health. According to Donald Hensrud, MD of the Mayo Clinical, research focused around the effects of caffeine has uncovered both benefits and concerning data. A cup of coffee was suggested by this study to grant protection against early development of Parkinson’s, Type 2-Diabetes, liver diseases, and liver cancer. The same study also provided insight into why so many students feel more awake once drinking coffee, noting

higher cognitive function.

However, this research did conclude that there is some risk associated with high consumption of coffee or espresso shots, reporting elevations in cholesterol levels among consumers.

More than two or more cups of coffee a day were shown to substantially increase risks of heart diseases, especially in those of us who have a common genetic mutation, which slows the process of breaking down caffeine in the body.

Depending on health and genetics, there could be a greater risk when drinking coffee if your body cannot metabolize the caffeine fast enough.

The new question we should be considering is not whether coffee is bad for our health, but how much caffeine is too much. While all of us enjoy a nice cup of coffee in the morning, cutting back one extra cup a day may drastically change our health for the better. To find a balanced solution, as in many things, moderation is key.

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normally don’t have a lot of expectations going into a horror film, but “Don’t Breathe” was one of the rare few that for some reason made me giddy with anticipation. Unfortunately, while the film has its moments and Stephen Lang is an intimidating force to be reckoned with, there is sadly not enough to keep the film from being ultimately forgettable.

This is especially disappointing because the concept alone has a simplicity that is close to brilliant: a few teenagers try to escape a blind man’s house by not making a single sound, let alone

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I have an autoimmune disease and long story short, I just found out that if I don’t frequent the gym more, my health will be in serious danger. Any ideas on how to make the gym less miserable?”

-The gym is a drag

Dearest Gym is a Drag,

First of all, you deserve a round of applause. Getting to the gym is hard enough without having a disease telling you what to do. That being said, giving yourself options during this time is really important; don’t let your condition dictate your entire life. If you view the gym as a consequence of your autoimmune disease, finding motivation and pleasure in exercise will be very difficult. Instead, find the courage to take control over your body and discover the many ways you can increase your physical activity. Not only will this give you a sense of power Photo courtesy of walldevil over your actions, but it will release the tension and pain you may feel from your condition.

Don’t Breathe PATRICK CONNOLLY

Jeremy Boutin & Gianna Rocchio Anchor Staff & A&L Editor

breathing an entire breath.

There are so many ways to go with this; just think of the possibilities.

Of course, there are moments that live up to the film’s awesome premise. The teenagers’ first encounter with the blind man, played by Lang, is a masterful use of sound design, almost in the style of Alfred Hitchcock’s best works. The blind man is a character you do not want to mess with, and if you do, you will suffer the consequences. Part of that comes from Lang’s intimidating physique, as well as his vocal inflections.

It was a truly inspired acting choice.

Unfortunately, that’s everything nice I have to say about “Don’t Breathe.”

Start slow and continue at whatever pace works for you. Begin by taking the time to research exercises

that match your lifestyle and interests. If you’re generally more active, running or jogging may be better suited for you. Alternatively, yoga or pilates may be more beneficial if you enjoy low-intensity workouts.

Whatever exercises you choose, make sure they are low-impact activities that alleviate the pressure on your joints and back, since autoimmune diseases often target these locations.

Not going to the gym may result in “serious danger,” but pushing yourself too far can have even worse consequences. As I’m sure you’re aware, autoimmune diseases only allow you so much energy in a day and can cause otherwise lowrisk illnesses to become much more dangerous. Your energy is an expendable resource that you need to preserve and use wisely.

So if you’re feeling underthe-weather or just having a low-energy day, don’t feel guilty skipping the gym when you need to.

Just remember to keep all aspects of your health in perspective and to find a balance that works for you.

You only need to answer to yourself, not your disease.

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Gianna Rocchio Hello!

I am sorry to hear about your recent health issues.

Nothing makes college more difficult than medical issues, especially if it requires frequent gym visits. If “gym-timidation” is something that you are worried about, I would consider activities that

will interest you while also keeping you moving.

When I was younger I was overweight and began taking my dogs for more walks and bike rides. I started having so much fun doing those activities that I didn’t even realize how much weight I was losing in the process.

On the topic of having fun, keeping a friend along for the ride will help as well.

I would suggest opening up to a few friends about your issue, if you feel comfortable of course.

Having a buddy to do fun activities or go to the gym with not only helps pass the time, but makes working out more fun.

Keeping yourself motivated is crucial for gym participation. You can accomplish this by setting goals for yourself to keep on track, whether these mean losing a certain amount of weight or even climbing a few flights of stairs. Don’t forget to make sure these goals are obtainable and not too intense. You want to make sure that you are having fun and not setting yourself up for failure. There are numerous ways to keep yourself motivated, from mobile apps which help you track your progress, to jammin’ out to some music. It’s all about finding your niche and seeing what works for you! By doing this I am sure that you will conquer the gym and your health issues in no time.

I hope that this message reaches you well and that it can truly benefit you in the long run.

Sincerely,

Jeremy Boutin

The rest of the film is either forgettable horror clichés that prove teenagers never really learn, or bizarre steps in a disgusting direction. Believe me when I say disgusting. It’s just as disgusting as some of the scenes in “Sausage Party,” only less intentionally so.

It’s a shame that a film which has such a fascinating premise ultimately fails to live up to its potential. Given all the ideas and opportunities that could have been taken up with such a premise, the filmmakers made too many poor choices, and that’s what ultimately kills this film.

Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures

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SOPHIE COSTA

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fter a workout, a feverish hunger will inevitably strike. Because our bodies have expended so much energy, it is imperative that we refuel.

Muscles rely on quality carbohydrates and lean protein, as well as hearthealthy fats. It is crucial that we pick the best, most nutritious foods that will help with our workout recovery and keep our bodies going strong.

Post-workout snacks

consider is a half cup of cereal. Cereal is great either dry or with a splash of your choice of milk, and even better when topped with fruit like bananas for extra potassium. Cereal is known to have a high amount of sugar, low protein levels and generally lacking in any nutritional value, but

One of the easiest and most delicious snacks to eat after a rigorous workout is an apple with your choice of nut butter. Apples are a great source of energy and fiber while a moderate amount of nut butter is filled with both protein and healthy fats to keep your muscles strong. Another beneficial post-workout snack to

there are many cereals that are great for your body— though unfortunately none of these contain prizes.

Kashi Cinnamon Whole Wheat Biscuits, Barbara’s Cinnamon Puffins, Cheerios and most granola brands are great options.

If you’re craving something crunchy and refreshing,

fresh vegetables and hummus are high in fiber, protein and are a great way to pack various antioxidants into just a single snack. A savory and hearty option to keep you full and energized is a plain rice cake topped with tomato, a few slices of avocado and a dash of pepper. If you’re feeling

like you want to add a little spiciness, drizzle some Sriracha on top and you’ve got yourself a snack that checks off fats, protein, vitamins and carbohydrates.

Lastly, if you’re in a rush and need something quick to take on the go, you can always make a proteinbased smoothie. Many store-bought smoothies that are purchased are packed with preservatives, corn syrup and high sugar content. The best option is to make smoothies yourself so you know exactly what is going into them. There are so many healthy and nutrient-dense options that will only benefit your body and improve your overall health, These suggestions will keep you energized and feeling pumped up and strong for your next workout.

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Horoscopes JASON WINDROW

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Aries (March 21- April 19)

Practice dark magic under a full moon this week even though Halloween is over. Light only Yankee candles, graverob for experiments, and eat spiders. Watch Rocky Horror non-stop and try not to think about the election.

Taurus (April 20- May 20) You

might be forgetful this week and only remember useless Halloween facts—for example, the word “boo” was first used in 1999 on Carson Daily’s “TRL.” A lot of people will be annoyed at your Halloween facts because Halloween is over but don’t repress your ability.

Gemini (May 21- June 20)

Virgo (Aug. 23- Sept. 22)

Gemini, someone spiked the punch at your mom’s Halloween party—was it you? You will also have lots of indigestion this week. You’ll want to eat lots of Tums and rest a lot.

Try to stay motivated even if it seems like odds are against you.

Read “Hamlet” this week and think about teenage angst.

Walk around in a dark coat and think about developing crushes. Buy a pear, buy a Bob Dylan album, and think about homework. Sleep with an eye mask and plan your next move.

Cancer (June 21- July 22)

Libra (Sept.

23- Oct. 22)

Cancer, listen to Pavement or any 90s indie-rock and attempt to eat something new this week. Think about the Cranberries and that song “Linger.” Wear chokers and overalls. Try to relive the 90s even if you were three when they were happening.

Leo (July 23Aug. 22) Think

about Rascal Flatts and country music.

Take a stance on how you feel about it and voice that opinion to the world. Do you love it? Do you hate it?

What makes it good or bad?

Why don’t people like it?

Don’t dream it, be it. Give yourself over to absolute pleasure this week. Go to a party and change the bomb playlist to Joni Mitchell’s “Blue” album or any Beck song.

It might clear out the party but those who stay will the people you want to talk to the most.

Scorpio (Oct. 23- Nov. 21) Your

power is rising and you are starting to get more comfortable. You will become an unstoppable force in no time. People will comment on you being intimidating—take them to breakfast, pay for their meal so they regret saying that.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Contemplate

having a Tupperware party or contacting your local Tupperware consultant to host one for you. Interested in becoming your own consultant? Great, host a Tupperware party and just talk to your local consultant for tips on how to get started selling plastic bins and lids.

Capricorn (Dec. 22- Jan. 19) Go grocery

shopping with a Scorpio and Gemini this week. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables and think about the song “Vegetables” by the Beach Boys. Create a Spotify playlist about fruits and vegetables but don’t add that fruit salad song because it’s obvious. Have a vegetable party.

Aquarius (Jan.20- Feb. 19)

Aquarius, watch every episode of Mythbusters this week and start to memorize every line that Jamie and Adam say.

Create your own myths and email them about how much of a devoted fan you are and how there are still myths to bust even though they are absent from our lives.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Think about Paris Hilton and Perez Hilton and how they’re not related but they could be because they have the same last name. The cosmos know that Perez Hilton’s real name is not Perez Hilton but it’s important to remember that everyone’s bloodline can be traced to one common ancestor, probably.

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Opinions The views expressed in The Anchor, unless otherwise noted, are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily represent those of The Anchor or of Rhode Island College’s faculty, adminstration or student body.

Government is truly apathetic RYAN FOLEY

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f one thing has been made clear during this election it is that many Americans have lost faith in their government. Both of the two major party

presidential candidates have unfavorable ratings at a record low, according to the New York Times.

One of the nominees for a major party is a Washington outsider with no political experience whatsoever.

What more evidence do you need?

Government may trick citizens into thinking that it cares about them but, in reality, it does not.

Government officials only care about getting re-elected. If getting reelected means being flat out dishonest to the American people, then that’s what

officials will do.

There is no better example of this dishonesty than in the implementation of so-called “Obamacare,” which was passed through empathetic rhetoric which ultimately did not match reality.

Everyone wants people to have access to affordable healthcare, but at the same time, people don’t want to get kicked off their health care plans because they don’t meet the “standards” imposed by the federal government.

Bill Clinton explained the problem with Obamacare, saying, “So you’ve got this crazy system where all of a sudden 25 million more people have health care and then the people who are out there busting

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Be politically optimistic

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Conor O’Brien Anchor Staff

ere’s an idea that may sound crazy: let’s be optimistic about the future of politics in our country. The winding down of this election season will see either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump declared president in what has perhaps been the most negative presidential race in history, but four years can fly by.

If Clinton or Trump does not suit our needs, in four short years this election will force the parties to find a new champion not only to advance their cause but to appease the needs of

the citizens more wholly.

However, don’t get ahead of yourself. As a country, we may even end up liking our new president and may want to vote for their re-election in 2020. It is impossible to know the future and our new president may make some great strides while in office.

We have to be optimistic.

Voters must accept the outcome of the election, whether it be in your favor or not, as the results are a reflection of the will of the people. Politics is a lot like baseball; the second after the championship game is over, you start preparing for the next season because there are always games to

be won. It is imperative that we have faith and hope in the political process and the people’s choice.

To disgruntled voters fed up with this election’s candidates, find a champion.

Find a representative you believe can make it all the way and start fighting for them now. We can’t play “what if” games with politics.

We are strong Americans first and foremost. Together, we will move forward into a bright political future, with a president who is strong and ready to lead.

it, sometimes 60 hours a week, wind up with their premiums doubled

and their coverage cut in half. It’s the craziest thing in the world.”

The reason these premiums go up is because people, especially young people, are realizing that it is much less expensive to buy health insurance in the private marketplace—or even not buy health insurance at all and pay a penalty—than it is to sign up for Obamacare.

Yet none of this came up in the decision to implement this system, because the most important thing for those behind it was to get elected. If the government had been up front about the problems of this program, and didn’t try to hide behind flowery rhetoric, then the bill never would have passed.

This is just one example of how government has been flat-out dishonest to its citizens. If you look around, you can find many more.

With such an apathetic government, a government that only cares about reelection, there is no way any real progress will ever be made. As Dr. Seuss once said, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing’s going to get better, it’s not.”

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Buttercup squash- has a sweet pulp that’s firm and somewhat dry. Its flavor is similar to a sweet potato. It is best baked with its skin on, steamed or pureed.

Carnival squash- a hybrid of acorn and sweet dumpling squash. Roasting brings out its rich, buttery, and sweet flavor.

Spaghetti squash- has a crunchy, stringy flesh which is why many use it as a substitute for spaghetti. Great with olive oil or tomato sauce.

Source: M Moore. Food and Nutrition Magazine.

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Derek Sherlock Anchor Contributor

f the DC universe continues producing films at their current caliber, they will never reach the same prestige as the Marvel universe.

So far, DC has released three films which all sported super fun trailers, but sadly fell short of their promise, with “Batman v Superman” being the biggest disappointment.

These films did poorly in the box office, and critics and fans of the DC franchises slammed them for leaving the audience feeling drained and depressed without any payoff.

What makes Marvel films better than their DC counterparts is the ability to tell an entire story arc across multiple movies.

In the Marvel films, while things can seem bleak, such as in the ending of “Captain America: Civil War,” fans still understand that the heroes will inevitably band together to fight the

Marvel trumps DC

next threat to the world.

For example, fans were introduced to the main villain, Thanos, in the end credit scene in 2012’s “The Avengers” and it will take five to six years to finally get the possible conclusion to this story in “Infinity War.”

that are on par with Marvel, but until they can give fans characters that are more believable and somewhat

accurate to the comic book versions, DC will not be able to catch up. The DC universe has such potential,

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f you haven’t yet watched the season premiere of “The Walking Dead,” you’ve probably at least heard of Lucille’s spiked edges. Fans around the globe are in shock and pain at the slaughter of not one but two beloved characters of the show. The brutal deaths were nothing short of overkill, and left everyone in tear-filled anger.

Although many watchers were upset with the decision of killing off the ill-fated characters, it’s important to remember the purpose of “The Walking Dead.”

It is normal for viewers to rejoice at the killing of a villainous character and be angry over the same fate of a beloved character, but both types of killings contribute to the shows storyline.

When a character dies, this presents the opportunity for new characters to be introduced. These new characters create new plots and connections to fans. It is rare that “The

it is a shame that they are destroying themselves just to be different.

While Marvel’s two main heroes, Iron Man and Captain America, are easily differentiated by the way they act and their beliefs within the movies, fans of DC movies are almost forced to read the comic books to understand the different characters,.

The inability to flesh out characters over the course of several films and the forced seriousness is what is destroying the DC universe on the big screen.

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DC needs to create more superhero films

Rest in pieces

Mary Ellen Fernandez Anchor Staff

November 7 2016

Walking Dead” introduce an unlikeable character; in fact, the last unbearable character they introduced was the governor, and now it is Negan and his clan.

This means that there will almost certainly be new characters introduced that

we will love just as much as those we have lost.

Another important factor to keep in mind is that the show takes place during a zombie apocalypse. It is safe to say that those killed were two of the strongest

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and most fearless of the group and therefore their death was never meant to be by way of a zombie. Both characters could survive in a world of just zombies, but add in an apocalyptic tyrant, Negan, and they may have a harder time living. When

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watching a show like this, fans have to be prepared to lose some people, and although it is frustrating to lose a favorite character, that is how the show will continue to build more plots.

“Walking Dead” fans shouldn’t be mad about the killing off of main characters in this show.

New characters and storylines will stem from this and new characters will be introduced. As one of the show’s actors has said in a recent interview, the new characters that will join the show will be ones that “you love or love to hate.” This perfectly describes what a good show should do: keep viewers excited, shocked and entertained. Although the murdered characters will be greatly missed, they will live on in this show for seasons to come. Their deaths aren’t a cause for anger or despair, but are instead a reason for a sense of excitement for what the show has in store for fans.

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Kristy

I know that my period is coming when I start crying for no reason over the most ridiculous things and getting upset for no reason. I can also spot it a mile away when I get lower back pain that will not go away. All of these things are manageable, but the most annoying part is misjudging when I am going to get it and not being able to put a pad or a tampon in in time. Every girl knows the struggle of ruining her favorite pair of Aerie panties, especially when they’re brand new. A little hydrogen peroxide to get the stains out or ammonia can solve those problems.

When in doubt throw them out, because really it’s not the end of the world, just a natural part of life.

Vagina Discourse Samantha

The woes of periods and PMS

Perhaps one of the biggest qualms I face when getting my period is the actual getting of my period.

Personally, the week before the actual period begins is always the worst. Besides wanting to eat three times the normal amount that I usually do I feel as if I’m walking around with a permanent cloud over my head. It stays there for a few days and then, like clockwork, I get my period and the cloud is lifted. I never have a problem with the actual bleeding, but during the days prior to it I am certainly a mess of fluctuating hormones. I say fluctuating because estrogen and progestin levels are going from extremely high before your period, to extremely low during your

period. This explains how once the period actually begins I start to feel better and more like myself. If anyone tries to tell you that premenstrual syndrome is a myth make sure you tell them that they are seriously misinformed.

Gianna

For years, I disturbingly allowed my period pain to take control of me.

Home remedies did little to nothing. By 14, I’d had enough and I began the long process of finding a solution to keep the tyranny of my ovaries at bay. The standard birth control pill worked for a while but the side effects soon outweighed the benefits. Eventually, I switched to what is commonly known as “the

ring.” This got rid of most side effects except the very one I sought to eliminate, my damn cramps. The short stint with the ring was followed by my nowbeloved IUD. One month of agony gave way to three pain free years that have been a miracle. The IUD is my go-to recommendation for anyone experiencing debilitating pain associated with periods especially when a hot water bottle and some chocolate just won’t cut it anymore.

Jane

I was eleven years, three months, and two days old when I got my first period; I know this because it happened on the day of the Snow Ball, an annual winter semi-formal dance that was

held in the gymnasium of my middle school. I planned my outfit for weeks, a cute white dress and matching sandals. On the day of the dance, my stomach felt uneasy due to what I thought was nervousness.

I was uncomfortable and I felt sick so I went to the bathroom and called my mom to pick me up on my cool pink Razor flip phone.

I absent-mindedly looked at myself in the mirror and saw that I was bleeding through my dress. I was mortified and scared; what if someone saw! I hadn’t had any form of “the talk” until my mom picked me up that night. To this day it is still my most embarrassing experience.

Take guilt out of procrastination

Carson Moore Anchor Contributor

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e live in a world which teaches people that the value of their work is a direct effect of how many physical hours are put into it. While this may be true for manual labor, it is a meaningless measurement of academic work. Why, then, do we as students feel guilty about procrastination?

It is not always practical to complete assignments right away. Academic work requires critical thinking and students need to understand both a broader and deeper context of the lessons before they can craft a masterful piece of work. Often, the topics of term papers are

discussed, at least briefly, at the start of the semester, but these papers aren’t due until the last days of final exams.

This practice is not because students need three whole months to complete the task but rather because students need three months to learn and digest new information.

Furthermore, do not confuse procrastination with bad time management.

One procrastinates when they have time available.

Schedules are built to include time away from classwork so that students can appreciate their existence, manage relationships and decompress. Make use of this time. It’s better to watch the sun go down on a grassy knoll than to watch it come up in a miserable sleep deprived hysteria.

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Procrastination forces students to work under pressure which compels them to cut the fluff. Some of the best work can be done in minutes, usually right before it is due. I purposefully put myself under that stress and wait as long as possible to give myself the time to digest all the

information and plan my execution.

Instead of pulling an allnighter to maximize working hours with the material, opt to get extra sleep. Being well rested allows you the brain capacity to be able to pull the work together when your deadline is

rapidly approaching.

Procrastination allows you to spend time ingesting the information you’ve been taught and planning your route; there’s no hesitation, just a different kind of action.

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Sports

Women’s Tennis season ends MARISSA MARSELLA

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ncredible news from the Anchorwomen’s Tennis team in their nearly undefeated season. Rhode Island College Junior athlete Dayna Reilly was named the 2016 Little East Conference Women’s Tennis Player of the Year, as well as First Team AllLittle East in singles, and First Team All-Little East in doubles for her outstanding performance throughout the entire 2016 season. Dayna posted a 13-1 record this year while playing in the No. 1 spot for singles and a 14-1 record for doubles matches, compiling a total

of 20.0 points.

In continuing excitement, four other team members were named on LEC AllConference Teams. The first was RIC senior Julie Reddy, who was named First Team All-Little East honors in doubles and Second Team All-Little East in singles. At No. 2 singles, Reddy posted an 11-4 record and a 14-1 record at No. 1 doubles for 18.0 total points.

The second was RIC junior Laura Nastasi who was named Second Team AllLittle East in singles. Nastasi posted an 11-1 record at No. 3 singles as well as a 10-3 record at No. 3 doubles, totaling 16.0 points on her season. Both sophomore

Katherine Braganca and junior Isabella Romeo were titled Second Team AllLittle East in doubles. While playing in the No. 2 doubles spot, the girls posted an 11-3 record. Braganca totaled a 15.5 point season altogether while Romeo totaled 14.5.

The Anchorwomen’s head coach, Adam Spring, finished the season with an overall record of 13.2 and a 7-1 (first place tie) record in the Little East Conference.

Under his leadership, the Anchorwomen posted a 5-0 semifinal win over UMass Dartmouth, placing the girls in the lead. Congratulations to the Women’s Tennis Team for all of their accomplishments!

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Cross Country competes at LEC Championships MARISSA MARSELLA

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oth the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams competed in the 2016 Little East Championships hosted by UMass Dartmouth this past Saturday.

For the boys, Rhode Island College junior athlete Jonathan Carney led the Anchormen crew. Carney finished the 8k course in just 27:40.69. Following Carney came RIC freshman, Jepthe Wagnac in 33rd place with a timed run of 28:30.37.

Next, in 49th place, was RIC sophomore Jeff Garson (30:25.36), followed by RIC freshman Helder Gomes who placed 57th overall with a finishing time of 32:42.35.

The girls participated on the 5k course as a team rather than individually.

The Anchorwomen placed 6th out of 7 places, overall. However, Rhode Island College junior Briana Lenihan performed outstandingly, placing 14th out of a total of 85 runners— leading the team with a finishing time of 19:41.39.

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Asst. Sports Editor

he Rhode Island College Equestrian Club had a show at Becker College on October 22nd.

Womens Cross Country Lissa Almanzar Photo courtesy of Tess Rhoat She was followed by 27th placer, RIC sophomore Margaret McCaffrey (20:13.63) who came in front of RIC freshman Cassidy Bissitt who placed 45th with a timed run of 21:30.51.

Womens Cross Country Abigail Dandurand Photo courtesy of Tess Rhoat

Equestrian Club at Becker

The rest of the Anchorwomen’s finishing line-up was as follows: Allison Lomas at 57th place (21:30.51), Analise England at 53rd place (21:51.25), Abigail Dandurand at 59th place (22:31.30), Lissa Almanzar at 62nd place (22:46.97), Wennely Figueroa at 64th

place (22:55.71), Veronica Northup at 68th place (23:16.39), Tess Rhoat at 74th place (24:01.90), Sarah Basler at 75th place (24:33.84), and Maragret Buckley at 84th place (27:43.72).

In upcoming action, the Cross Country teams will both be competing in the 2016 New England Division III Championships, hosted

by Westfield State on Saturday, Nov. 12 at noon.

They began the day with Sydney Bent leading the way for the ladies as she rode for a 1st place ribbon in the first class of the day, Novice Over-Fences, riding a crowd favorite pony, Clay.

Bent then went on to win a 2nd place ribbon in the Novice Flat classes followed

by Machele Harris doing the same in her respective class.

Gabriella Cataldo then earned a 4th place ribbon for RIC, riding a thoroughbred Dillon, in the Advanced Walk Trot Canter class. Katherine Haley also earned a 4th place ribbon in the Walk Trot Class, and finally the club left with an 8th place ribbon.

They will have a show on November 12th at the University of Rhode Island (URI.)

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Men’s Soccer are in LEC Championship JULIAN BORGES

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t took two halves and an overtime period for the Anchormen to punch their ticket to the Little East title game but it was worth the wait.

Both teams spent the majority of the first half attempting to break the deadlock. Rhode Island College had several chances to score against visitors Western Connecticut but their goalie, sophomore Luca DiCarlo, made three saves before halftime.

The Anchormen walked off at halftime with a 7-4 shot advantage over the Colonials.

Just 7 minutes into the second half, RIC were awarded a penalty kick.

Senior midfielder Thomas

Wampler took the shot but DiCarlo made yet another block to deny the Anchormen the lead.

DiCarlo’s heroics did not end there, and the same can be said for RIC senior goalkeeper Chris Moura.

The goalies for both teams were instrumental in maintaining the deadlock for the final minutes of regular play. West Conn played the last 7 minutes with ten men after a Colonial got a red card for fouling junior forward Komla Dogbey who was making a break down the wing.

Dogbey’s momentum did not end during regulation time, and the forward would be rewarded for his efforts less than three minutes into the first half of overtime. Junior midfielder Ty Catunto launched a long volley to Dogbey who made

a familiar break down the wing. Dogbey trapped the ball and juked past a defender on his way to the net where he “megged” DiCarlo with a shot between the goalie’s legs. Dogbey’s goal won the Anchormen the game and sent them to the LEC Championship.

game to UMass Boston.

2015 saw RIC lose in the championship against them as well. The Anchormen are looking to finally beat the Beacons this time around.

Congratulations to the Anchormen on the exciting semi-final win and good luck to them in the championship against UMass Boston!

W e s t e r n C o n n e c t i c u t ’s DiCarlo made 12 saves in the loss while RIC’s Chris Moura managed five blocks.

RIC finished the game with a 10-5 lead in corner kicks and a 20-12 shot advantage.

2014 saw the Anchormen lose the semi-final

Mens Soccer Thomas Wampler Photo courtesy of Matthew Toyota

Women’s Soccer ends season at Western Connecticut JULIAN BORGES

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he Anchorwomen’s season came to a disappointing end in Danbury last weekend when the girls played their last game of the season in a loss to Western Connecticut.

Western Connecticut put up points early in the contest. Less than three minutes into play, Colonial junior midfielder Andrea DeVoe assisted classmate

forward Autumn Sorice, who slipped in a shot to give West Conn the lead.

Ten minutes later, at the 13 minute mark, the Colonials scored again when Sorice put another one past Rhode Island College. The Anchorwomen responded less than three minutes later with a goal of their own from junior midfielder Stephanie Ricci to make the score 2-1.

19 minutes in, just a few after Ricci’s goal, Sorice completed her hat-trick against the Anchorwomen

to make the score 3-1.

Before the end of the first half, the Colonials would score two more goals from sophomore midfielder Lucy Daniels and sophomore forward Allison Oakley (Beekman, NY.) RIC walked off the field down 5-1 at the half while Western Connecticut held a 16-7 shot advantage over the visiting Anchorwomen.

Western Connecticut scored their final goal of the game less than 7 minutes into the second half. Senior

midfielder Celia DeVoe gifted a pass to freshman and fellow midfielder Barry Julian. The Anchorwomen fired back with their second goal of the game at the 76 minute mark. Sophomore forward Brittany DeGrooth watched as classmate and fellow forward Eleni Grammas missed the net and hit the crossbar. DeGrooth capitalized on the rebound and rocked a shot past the Colonial goalkeeper to make the score 6-2.

Three minutes before the end of regulation, the

Anchorwomen closed out scoring when senior midfielder Jaclyn Greenman assisted freshman forward Alexandra Natale in scoring her first ever collegiate league goal. Final score: 6-3.

West Conn sophomore goalkeeper Serena Gunter made six blocks in the victory for the Colonials while RIC juniors Elsa Almeida and Brianna Souza made seven and five saves, respectively.

Women’s Volleyball ends with 3-game win streak ENRIQUE CASTANEDAPINEDA

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Asst. Sports Editor

n the final week of the Women’s Volleyball season, the Anchorwomen went up against Plymouth State, UMass Dartmouth, Framingham State, and Worcester State.

The first game against Plymouth State was their

only loss and their only game at home. Though it was a loss, it was a hard fought game for both teams.

Plymouth State got the upper hand in the first set, taking it 25-19. RIC retaliated in the second set, winning 1925. Plymouth State took the third set 25-19 again but the Anchorwomen wound up winning the fourth set 20-25. Unfortunately, RIC could not hold on in the last

set as the final score was 1511, resulting in a 3-2 loss.

After the loss to Plymouth State, the Anchorwomen refocused against UMass Dartmouth, in what proved to be a very close match.

RIC was able to sweep UMass Dartmouth but it was no easy feat. They swept UMass Dartmouth 25-18, 25-19, and 2520. The Anchorwomen dominated on the offensive

side, recording a total of 40 kills compared to UMass Dartmouth’s 23 kills.

Next, RIC faced Framingham State, who took the Anchorwomen to 5 sets. After winning the first two sets 25-19 and 2520, RIC let up a loss in the third set with a score of 1925. This pushed the game to extra sets. RIC tried to end the game in the fourth set but Framingham State

barely beat them 24-26.

After those close calls, RIC decided to end the game by dominating Framingham State in the last set, beating them 15-6.

Finally, the team ended their season with a 3-0 sweep of Worcester State, in two close sets and one dominant one. They won 25-23, 25-23, and 25-15, ending their season with a record of 12-13.