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Campaign 2016: the first debate TAYLOR DAME

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DERRIK TROMBLEY

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he next presidential election is coming up fast, and we have hit a key milestone in the campaign: the first debate. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump squared off last Monday night, contesting each other in a challenge to swing voters into their respective camps, but also to motivate their own supporters to get out and vote.

Remarkably, in this time of massive dissatisfaction with the two candidates, this debate was the highest watched television debate in the history of presidential elections. Nielsen’s has said that 84 million people watched the debate on the 13 channels that were broadcasting it. That number does not include those watching it in a group or those who tuned in to C-Span.

Rhode Island College can be said to have contributed to that total by hosting a great event promoting civic engagement. The RIC Café hosted the American Democracy Project’s Debate Watch that night, offering the politically engaged an opportunity to share the historic event with others. The Debate Café was done in conjunction with NBC10. Reporters Brian Crandall and Bill Rappleye were on the scene interviewing participants for the evening’s news broadcast.

and uninterested. To those who attended the Debate Watch, nothing could be further from the truth. There were, perhaps, nearly 50 engaged young citizens, most of them RIC students, who cheered, booed and hung on every turn of phrase used that night.

The general public’s assumption of college students nationwide is that, after Bernie Sanders conceded the Democratic Primary to Clinton, they have become disengaged

Some students from Professor Endress’s Political Communication class moderated focus groups that gauged what people thought about the candidate’s performance and the format of the debate. The information gathered by the students will be used in a study that has been ongoing since 2004.

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Governor highlights new textbook initiative TAYLOR DAME

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PATRICK HURD

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ollege students pay an average $1,200 a year on textbooks, and Rhode Island is leading the charge to cut down on those costs. Governor Gina Raimondo visited Rhode Island College again last week to discuss a new program that is designed to reduce the expense of textbooks for the state’s college student population.

governor and the state’s innovation officer, Richard Culatta. All of these colleges have pledged to support the new program. The initiative will raise awareness on how much textbooks cost and will encourage faculty to meet with librarians to choose open texts. Culatta says that he wants the

initiative to be “an example to the rest of the country” and that “we are going to be watched on this one.” The roundtable discussion of faculty, students, and administration from the various colleges brought forth many complaints about the current state of affairs when it comes to textbooks. One participant

One of the student participants, Justin Sularz, noted how one of his professors decided not to use a textbook and instead “embrace technology” by encouraging the use of youtube videos and the free Khan Academy website. He also noted that it costs schools money to order textbooks and that this money can be used elsewhere.

When asked if the knowledge that a class was using open textbook might have an influence in course selection, Sularz answered that he would give it “a good amount of credence.”

The Rhode Island Open Textbook Initiative started this year at RIC with an open licensed biology textbook. According to College President Frank Sánchez, the students each saved $150, and altogether saved $100,000 by using the open textbook rather than purchasing a traditional one,

Administration and faculty members from RIC, URI, CCRI, Bryant, New England Tech, Roger Williams University, and Brown were all on hand to listen to the

noted that “they change three sentences per version,” while others lamented copyright issues and how they affect student learning.

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September staff of the month Angelina Denomme Opinions Editor

One of The Anchor’s newest editors, Angelina has wowed as editor of her section with striking opinion after opinion. Far and away the most prolific writer in her section, she keeps the content coming even with the smallest staff in the paper. Like a king—or should I say queen—cobra, her ideas have a way of striking at and stopping the hearts of issues. We are really happy for you and we’re going to let you finish, but Angelina runs one of the tightest opinion sections of all time. Of all time.

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Patrick has been with The Anchor for over two years, working tirelessly to bring the good people of Rhode Island College their healthy dose of positivity and Disney reviews, something Patrick managed even when he was living and working in Florida in the Disney Academic Exchange program. He carries the most positive vibes spotted on a RIC kids since before WWII and a beautiful singing voice you can catch at open mic nights as well as in RIC mainstage plays. He’s reliable, fun to be around and a staple at The Anchor; much like Mickey Mouse, we hope Patrick is here to stay.

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ith the election only a few short weeks away Rhode Islanders will soon be going to the polls to pick who their representatives at the local and national level will be. But also on the ballot are a series of ballot questions put to the people of Rhode Island to determine public policy in a referendum. Typically these ballot questions are to determine financial decisions such as bonds for state projects and others can be used for so called “feel good” proposals such as removing the words

A question of ethics

“Providence Plantations” from the official state name, as was proposed a few years ago.

But this year another kind of question is on the ballot, a question of administrative oversight on our elected officials.

Question two asks voters whether or not they wish to see the power of the ethics commission restored. The ethics commission in Rhode Island has the responsibility to investigate and police state legislators for corruption and other illegal or unethical activity. However, the power of this commission has been

largely curtailed by the Rhode Island Supreme Court case Irons v. RI Ethics Commission (2009), which took away the commission’s authority over state legislators due to the speech in debate clause.

Regardless, a campaign has been put together with financing by Alan Hassenfeld, Common Cause Rhode Island, Operation Clean Government, the League of Women Voters and CleanRI in order to restore this power. Beyond that, this has to be the perfect time for such a campaign, due in part to the multiple instances of

The death of Radio Raheem T

his past week, actor Bill Nunn died at the age of 63 after an exhausting battle with cancer. Nunn was best known for his role in Spike Lee’s 1989 film “Do the Right Thing,” where he played the character of Radio Raheem. A towering neighborhood personality, oft seen sporting a boombox the width of his torso, the character was imagined as one of our nation’s “misunderstood black youth.” In the climax of the film, Raheem is choked to death by a police officer, sparking a riot. Lee’s iconic film ends with a dedication to several black New Yorkers who had been killed during encounters with the police in the preceding decade. In his production journal, Lee wrote, “If a riot is the

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climax of the film, what will cause the riot? Take your pick: an unarmed black child shot, the cops say he was reaching for a gun; a grandmother shot to death by cops with a shotgun; a young woman, charged with nothing but a parking violation, dies in police custody.”

The character of Radio Raheem has been evoked recently on several occasions in the aftermath of high profile encounters between police and members of the black community. Speaking to NBC news in 2014, Nunn recalled filming the scene that would define his breakout role. “I felt an electricity in the air… it was palpable throughout the whole neighborhood. I felt a responsibility to the story.” The film’s 25th anniversary

corruption in recent years, including Representatives John Carnevale and Ray Gallison, not to mention the conviction of former Speaker of the House Gordon Fox. In addition, the outpouring of support against incumbent politicians must, in some way, be related to the people losing trust in their elected representatives to act in ethical and appropriate ways. These conditions, in tandem with the financial support from open government groups, factor into the results of a recently conducted poll by Fleming & Associates on behalf of

the Rhode Island Coalition for Ethics Reform.

Their poll found that 78% of Rhode Island voters say they would vote to approve Question 2 in November, an almost insurmountable advantage. This poll of 400 likely voters was conducted from Sept. 6 to Sept. 8 by landline and cell phones, with a margin of error at 4.9% indicating its accuracy. However, time still remains, and although few have come out against this referendum, only time shall tell how the people will vote on Election Day.

Mythbusting the debate SHANE INMAN

fell in the same year as the 2014 death of Eric Garner, a black man killed during a police takedown in strikingly similar fashion. The chilling parallels prompted Spike Lee to release a video in which he intercut scenes from his film with footage of Garner’s death, highlighting how closely his art still mimics our reality.

The film timelessly captured the sweltering racial tensions of American cities, and the confusion and rapidity of violent police encounters in black communities. However, perhaps what is most significant and unchanged in the last quarter century are the events that would have transpired after the credits are done rolling.

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he first presidential debate saw a lot of big claims thrown around. Here’s a quick run-down of what you should and shouldn’t believe. Trump started his career being sued for racial discrimination:

True. Trump and his father were accused of violating part of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 for discriminating against non-white housing tenants. Clinton advisors perpetuated the “birther” myth:

False. There is no evidence to support this claim. Trump’s economic plan would result in 3.5 million lost jobs:

Half true. While it is true that an independent economist predicted this, such predictions are dubiously accurate at best, and it is difficult to rule out bias on the part of the expert. Trump did not support the war in Iraq:

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False. While his initial support was half-hearted, Trump did not openly oppose the Iraq war until over a year after the conflict

began.

Clinton referred to young African American men as “superpredators”: Mostly true. In 1994, Clinton did use this term to refer to kids in gangs, and the context of her remark suggested she was referring specifically to African Americans. Trump doesn’t pay federal income taxes:

Mostly false. Released records from 1975-1979 show that Trump did pay federal taxes in three of the five years released. “Stop-and-frisk” was ruled unconstitutional:

Half true. While the law itself was not deemed unconstitutional, the way in which the practice was being carried out by officers was determined to be in violation of the constitution. Trump has publicly called women pigs and dogs:

True. Trump has said these exact words and more along similar lines.

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SAMANTHA SCETTA

Anchor Editor Recalls for days

he mistakes made by machines and human hands alike make food recalls unavoidable. Just this past week, the public was prompted to steer clear of four different kinds of foods. Bison, veal and beef products purchased from Adams Farm Slaughterhouse have been recalled due to the presence of E.Coli bacteria. The meat was packaged between July 21 and Sept. 22 in Athol, Massachusetts and sent to stores, restaurants and farmers markets in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York. The meat could have potentially been shipped to other neighboring states, such as Rhode Island. Approximately 195,000 pounds of P.F Chang’s frozen chicken and beef products are being pulled from shelves due to a high possibility of metal contamination. The manufacturer, ConAgra Foods, released a statement saying that metal fragments may be embedded in the sauce of “P.F Chang’s Home Menu” entrée products. The metal pieces range in size from two to nine millimeters and are curled and shiny. The contaminated items were produced between May 31 and June 22, including Spicy Chicken, Mongolian Style Beef and Dan Dan Noodles.

Meat products are certainly not the only commodity that are prompted for recall. Kellog Co. is recalling over 10,000 cases of its Eggo NutriGrain Whole Wheat Waffles in 25 states for possible listeria contamination, a bacteria that can cause fatal infections. Even Little Bites snacks are being recalled, thanks to a potential helping of plastic shards from within. The announcement was made in early September, and the miniature muffins were distributed to stores in the first two weeks of the month. More information on exact states, UPC codes and “best by” dates can be found online.

Man lost at sea suspect in grand-patricide

fter setting sail from Point Judith, Rhode Island for a fishing trip on Sept. 17, Linda Carman is presumed dead. Her son, Nathan, was rescued from a life raft off the coast of Massachusetts on Sunday, Sept. 25 after spending seven days at sea. Deepening the case of his missing mother, Nathan was a suspect in the homicide of his grandfather 2013. Carman was the last known person to see his grandfather, John Chakalos. Carman had dinner with his 87-year-old grandfather on Dec. 20, 2013, and Chakalos was found dead the next morning with three gunshot wounds. Carman was never charged with the murder of his grandfather.

After his rescue, Carman told the Coast Guard in an interview that his 31-foot long aluminum fishing boat sank after he heard a “funny noise” coming from the boat’s engine. “When I saw the life raft, I did not see my mom. Have you found her?” Nathan Carman spent seven days in an inflatable life raft with only enough food and water to survive. Linda Carman has still not been found and is presumed dead. Many questions still remain surrounding the presumed death of Linda Carman, and how the aluminum fishing boat sank. Windsor police Captain Thomas Lepore said that the investigation into the murder of John Chakalos remains open. According to Lepore, police interviewed a few of Chakalos’s relatives, including Nathan and Linda Carman. TAYLOR DAME

News Editor

Rhode Island wants millennials to vote

hode Island launched a new website designed to get people, specifically young people, to register to vote.

Secretary of State, Nellie Gorbea says that many young people are disengaged from the political process and that the website is designed to encourage them to vote.

The website is optimized for use on smartphones and tablets. The website asks the question, “Are you going to vote?” and gives two options to pick from, yes and don’t know. Those who pick yes are given a way to register online if they haven’t already. While those who picked don’t know are directed to a list of commonly given excuses on why people do not vote.

College hosting flu clinic TAYLOR DAME

News Editor

hode Island College is hosting a flu clinic in order for students to get their seasonal flu shots. Students can go to the Student Union Ballroom on Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to get a vaccine. If you are insured under BCBS, Medicare Part B, UnitedHealthcare, Neighborhood Health or Tufts, your inoculation will be free.

If you have a different insurance plan or are not insured, then the shot will cost $25. However, you may qualify for a free vaccine from RIC Health Service if you are a Rhode Island resident. Call 456-8055 after Oct. 5 for information.

To register go to www. thewellcomp.com and use the login “ricoll.”

Each excuse gives information on what to do to overcome the issue. There are also several videos that explain why your vote matters.

RIvotes.org was launched on September 27 to coincide with National Voter Registration Day.

The last day to register to vote for the November election is October 9. Department of Justice says URI mismanaged federal grants An audit released by the US Department of Justice says that three federal grants were mismanaged by the University of Rhode Island.

The three grants totaled $1.2 million and were from the DOJ’s Office of Justice Programs.

The DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz said that the grants from 2009, 2011, and 2012 were not adequately managed. According to Horowitz the university achieved the goals and objectives of the grant, but the audit found “non-compliance or discrepancies in several areas.” The grants were intended to develop software to aid law enforcement in stopping child pornography and assist in investigations involving internet data. URI has disagreed with most of the Inspector General’s findings in the audit.

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Homecoming Carnival LOUISA D’OVIDIO

Editor-in-Chief

he 2016 Homecoming weekend began with Student Community Government Inc’s Carnival, filled with food and fun for alumni, students and staff.

“The event was a huge success and I loved to see all the student organizations come together. There was a great sense of community between everyone and I hope to make this event a tradition!” says Maria Zapasnik, Vice President of

SCG Inc, the organizer of the event.

Alongside rock walls and fried dough, a dozen or so student organizations set up booths for carnival games where you could win prizes from various clubs as well as enter into the raffle being drawn by participating in all the games.

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SCG to improve campus inclusiveness TAYLOR DAME

News Editor

tudent Community Government took steps last Wednesday to increase inclusivity in the Rhode Island College community by approving the constitutions of two new organizations that aim to support underrepresented groups on campus.

RICovery. The group’s mission is to support those in the RIC community who are in recovery or are affected by recovery in some way. The group will not function like an Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous meeting, but instead, it is meant to be a place to get peer support. In addition to approving the constitutions, President Jose Rosario laid out his three major goals for the year that all dealt with inclusiveness on campus.

with issues of basis.

The next goal was to look at Title IX sexual harassment policies and make them clearer to students and expand upon them when needed. Day One, an organization that deals with issues of sexual assault, has agreed to draft a “unique training opportunity” for the RIC community.

The other new group that was approved called

The first goal is to form a Basis Response Task Force to deal with community complaints of basis on campus. The taskforce, which would be made up of administration, students, faculty and staff, will be formed to provide for a safe and confidential way to deal

The third goal was brought up after three freshmen students and some parents asked about LGBTQ safe spaces on campus. RIC does not currently have a designated safe space on campus. Rosario says that “physical space on campus is difficult to come across and it is not feasible to develop a safe space at the moment, but we do need to do something.” The goal is to provide safe space

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Detention Drag Night Drag show, music and dancing recurring weekly on Thursdays EGO Providence Free // 9-1a.m.

Face-Off: Art Gallery Opening Reception Installment featuring a variety of portraits unique to each artists’ style. ArtProv Gallery Free // 5-9p.m.

West Fountain Social An afternoon of music, games, art, performances, food, and drinks. 425 West Fountain St Free // 2-6p.m.

The first group approved by the parliament was the Student Parent Association. The organization aims to serve as a platform for students who are parents. They plan on providing visibility and support for student parents, however anyone can join the organization.

Free Speech Poetry Slam Come listen to others share their spoken art or even bring your own AS220 Concert Hall Every first Thursday of the month $4 // 7:30p.m. Providence Improv Guild Your weekly dose of comedy with a variety of improv sketches and games created on the spot. Southside Cultural Center Weekly on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays $5 // 8-9:30p.m.

Odd Squad Live Join Ms. O and her agents for an adventurous day of live, interactive fun. Veterans Memorial Auditorium $25 // 2-6p.m. Live Bait: The First Time Listen to impromptustorytellers spin their tales in six minutes or less. AS220 Black Box $7 // 10p.m. Food Truck Fridays Enjoy local food trucks, live music, pony rides, and a bouncy castle. Roger Williams Park Carousel Village 5-8p.m.

Steakpunk Mansion Mashup Steampunk musicians, performers, and artists gather for a night of live entertainment. Governor Lippitt House Museum $15-20 // 8-11p.m. Columbus Day Weekend Three day Italian festival filled with traditional and modern music, entertainment, food, drinks and games for the whole family. Historic Federal Hill Saturday-Monday

training for students, faculty and staff to become a peer advocate. Rosario also wants an LGBTQ coordinator on campus whose job would be to work on issues pertaining to the LGBTQ community.

7:15 p.m. in Student Union room 307. Students are invited to attend and speak at the open forum section of the meeting.

The next SCG parliament meeting is on Oct. 12 at

Sunday

Ongoing

Providence Honk Festival: PRONK! The arts come alive in the streets--brass and drum street bands play alongside local performance groups. Kennedy Plaza Free // 3p.m.

Open Stage A variety of young local performers and local hip-hop theater troupe. Every first Friday Everett Stage $5 // 8-9:30p.m. Providence Ghost Tours Explore our historically haunted city on this spooky guided tour. Nightly Prospect Terrace $18 // 7-8:30p.m. Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Oct 6 - Nov 6 Enjoy thousands of unique pumpkins and gourds with this year’s theme of “American Treasures.” Roger Williams Park Zoo $12-16 // 6-11p.m.

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Rogue Island comedy “Sunlit Youth” festival

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his Columbus Day weekend, brave the bridge like a true Islander and head to Newport for the second annual Rogue Island Comedy Festival. Spanning four days Oct. 6-9 and spread across three venues. There will be dozens of veteran comics descending upon the island colony to throw down some hilarity and hoopla for a festival “dedicated to nothing but laughter.”

The founder Doug Key, who styles himself as a “total Rhode Island history nerd” has infused the theme and name of the festival with inspiration from our state’s infancy. Key gave some insight on the meaning of the title, “Rogue Island was a derogatory name given by Massachusetts Bay Colony after they banished Roger Williams and other ‘dissidents’ for believing in separation of church and state… Rogue Island, it’s where all the rejects went… I’m embracing the slur.” He went on to say, “There’s a double meaning… comedians are always

travelling by themselves so you could say that comics go rogue.”

Doug Key recently went rogue himself, leaving his home state about two and a half years ago to pursue stand-up comedy in the gritty and “over-diluted” market of New York City. “Oh yeah! I didn’t just leave Rhode Island, I left Newport! And that’s more of a feat than leaving the state,” he said. Key started The Wasted Talent Show, rounding up seasoned comics to perform in front of packed and plastered crowds in our small community. The name was originally a joke for the comedians, many of whom already had impressive credits in their resumes and might have otherwise lamented that such a small and unseen venue was a waste of their talent. However, it found a following with the locals, who were drawn to the original brand of BYOB events. “This town has a lot of charisma, a lot of character, and they like their booze... There’s so many funny people in this town

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who aren’t comedians, so alifornia indie-pop many characters walking band Local Natives down the street. I felt there released their new album needed to be a form of art, ‘Sunlit Youth’ on Sept. 9, if you will, dedicated to it.” 2016. Their new album The comedy world comes seems to be the start to with a lot of politics, a different take on their etiquette and territory. familiar folk style of Anyone who has dipped music. The shift in music their toes into the industry is unexpected for Local could tell you how rivalries Natives, and what would can become a barrier to the normally drive fans away is burgeoning scene. Gracious actually working for them. to his team, and humbled As they modernize their by the support from local style of music, not only sponsors who help make the are they keeping their prior event happen, the humorous fans, but they are bringing history buff admirably said, in even more. After being “we are founding it” when featured in the video game speaking of the festival, the “Life is Strange,” many first in the Ocean State. began to listen and want The festival kicks off more. Thus introducing new Thursday Oct. 6 and runs technology into their music through Sunday Oct 9, appeal to both old providing a chance for and new listeners. locals to congregate, cackle Local Natives have and support local comedy. come a long way Showtimes are at 7 p.m., 9 from their prior “Gorilla p.m. and 10 p.m. and will album Manor” which was take place at Brick Alley Pub, Studio 3, and the birthplace released in 2012. of the Wasted Talent Show, The new Firehouse Theatre. For more album “Sunlit information, or to purchase Youth.” shows tickets beforehand, visit the development and festival’s website at www. growth through rogueislandcomedyfest. new songs like com. “Villiany & Past

lives,” which include the new found sounds and skill used. The band has shown that adapting to the newer age poses no threat; as they can express all different kinds of emotion through their music and display something that feels to be a coming of a new found heights reached for the band.

Whether it be the change in style for their music or the familiar prominence of the band, Local Natives is a band to check out and see for yourself. They make their debut at Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel in downtown Providence on Oct. 21, 2016. Tickets are being sold in advance at Lupos.com. All information is on their website, and be sure to check it out.

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PRONK

icking off Indigenous People’s Day at Burnside Park in Downtown Providence is the ear splitting ruckus that is PRONK! (Providence Honk Festival.) Creating an alternate narrative to mainstream culture, PRONK! brings together “outfits and misfits from Rhode Island and beyond” for an all-out cacophonous brawl of music and revelry. The HONK Festival of activist street bands began as

the brainchild of the Second Line Social Aid & Pleasure Society Brass Band of Somerville, Massachusetts. Putting out the call for other musicians to gather in a mass of melody and might, this horde of horn players put on the first festival in 2006 when artists from around the country descended on Davis Square and filled the air with sweet brass. Since its inception, the concept has spread to other major cities such as

New York, Seattle, Austin, Detroit and of course, beloved Providence.

For better insight, it’s best if I allow the artists to speak for themselves. According to their manifesto, PRONK! “...seeks to utilize the the visual and auditory noise of artists and local, national and international street bands to highlight the important work of activists making change in our own community.” For the full manifesto, you

Editor-in-Chief

t. Lucia played the Fete Music Hall last weekend in an explosion of 80s synth pop and glitter, following the release of their sophomore album “Matter,” with opener “Sofi Tukker” kicking off the night. The band’s first album, “When the Night,” was met in 2013 with critical success in international markets and in the U.S., hitting Billboard’s top 200 albums. Both St. Lucia’s albums are filled with confident, shimmery synth pop, dramatic drums and seductive saxophone bridges, and of course their live show followed suit.

“The Night Comes Again” will not be disappointed in the continuation of their buoyant sound in “Matter’s” singles. The show was also a homecoming of sorts for the the opening duo “Sofi Tukker,” who are both Brown University graduates.

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rammy nominated singer/songwriter Gavin Degraw will soon be coming to the Providence Performing Arts Center.

The chart-topping pop artist, who is best known for songs such as “I Don’t Want To Be” and “Chariot,” will be performing at PPAC on Monday, Oct. 10, at 7:30 p.m. Many may recognize Degraw’s music from the popular TV show “One Tree Hill,” which features one of his pieces as its theme song. Degraw released a new album, entitled “Something Worth Saving,” in early September, and this will be his first time performing the new songs live in Rhode Island.

St. Lucia performed many singles from their newlyreleased album “Matter” and fewer from their first endeavor, but fans of their old singles like “Elevate” and

The celebration kicks off in Burnside Park at 3 p.m, followed by a parade that will take over South Water Street. All are welcome to attend, and more importantly, PRONK! is still looking for community members who would be so gracious as to host bands during the festival. If you would like to help, you may contact them through Facebook.

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“Something Worth Saving” at PPAC

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can visit their website at providencehonkfest.org.

Joining Degraw is platinum artist Andy Grammer, who has risen from relative obscurity to pop star status in the past few years thanks to the roaring success of songs such as “Honey I’m Good.” Tickets for this event can be purchased for between $40 and $70 on PPAC’s website at ppacri.org or by phone at (401) 421-2787.

As part of a special offer, The Anchor is giving out two pairs of free tickets to see Gavin Degraw at PPAC. Simply send your answer to one or both of the below trivia questions to managing@ anchorweb.org to be entered for a chance to win.

Trivia contest questions:

In which episode of “One Tree Hill” did Gavin Degraw’s theme song first appear outside of the show’s credits? As a kid, what less-thanlegal shenanigans was Gavin caught engaging in?

“Stranger Things” to come

he production of new Netflix original series is something that we have grown accustomed to over the past few years. Series such as “Daredevil” and “Orange is the New Black” have been getting more attention than many shows airing on actual television.

The newest addition to Netflix’s original series is “Stranger Things,” and it lives up to its name. The show follows a group of outcasts in a small Indiana town who are pulled into mayhem and mystery when a local boy goes missing.

The show has an amazing way of keeping you guessing on certain topics, and even as the first season came to a close, there were still a couple of questions left unanswered.

A big positive to the series is the creativity of the weirdness going on in the town. There are a lot of shows that tend to do the same thing over and over, so when a unique show like “Stranger Things” comes to light, people take notice. Despite its positive points, this excellent program is not without its faults. One thing I didn’t care for was

the character evolution of Nancy (Natalia Dyer), who is the sister and eventual member of the outcast group. The way Nancy went from a regular teenage girl to a girl who knows how to kick butt and be awesome was too much like the character of Alison in “Teen Wolf” for my taste. Still, I would like to see what happens to her and everyone else in season two, which should be available on Netflix sometime next year. Hopefully the creators of the show, Matt and Ross Duffer, can keep the strangeness going and answer some questions that

we were left with at the end of season one.

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EAT! DRINK! Ask your server for a phone charger cable to recharge your phone or tablet while you recharge yourself with great food, and cold drinks!

*Minimum $5 purchase required for use of a phone charger. Phone chargers are for use in store and at main counter only.

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OPEN BOOKS - OPEN MINDS Rhode Island College welcomes Nicholas Carr author of The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains

Thursday, October 13, 2016 4:00 pm ~ Alger 110

The Shallows is “the most compelling exploration of the Internet’s intellectual and cultural consequences yet published. As he describes how human thought has been shaped through the centuries by ‘tools of the mind’—from the alphabet to maps, to the printing press, the clock, and the computer —Carr interweaves a fascinating account of recent discoveries in neuroscience. Our brains, the historical and scientific evidence reveals, change in response to our experiences. The technologies we use to find, store, and share information can literally reroute our neural pathways.” W.W. Norton & Company

For more upcoming events, visit:

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Historian Jeremy Black Monday Oct. 24 12:30 p.m. Alger Hall 110 Internationally famous British Historian Jeremy Black will again visit our campus on Monday, October 24. He will be speaking at 12:30 in Alger Hall 110 on Why the Allies won World War II and its lessons for today. All students, faculty, staff, and friends of the College are invited to attend. There will be ample time

for questions to our distinguished guest. Professor Black is the author of well over one hundred books. Some of his recent titles include “The Holocaust: History and Memory”, “The Atlantic Slave Trade in World History”, “Fighting for America: the Struggle for Mastery in North America, 15191871” and “Geopolitics and the Quest for Dominance.” During earlier visits, Professor Black spoke on “The Politics of James Bond” and “Could the British Have Won the American War of Independence.” This truly will be an exciting event. Please allot the time to attend this noteworthy occasion. Professor Pete Brown Department of History

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Top five underrated Disney movies Clancy Smail Anchor Contributor

“Meet the Robinsons” is about an orphan named Lewis who displays incredible skill as a young inventor. Along the way of losing all hope in finding a family, he meets a peculiar teenager named Wilbur Robinson, who sweeps him away in a time machine and takes him to the future. During this journey of selfdiscovery and learning what family is all about, there are twists, turns and huge surprises. The underlying message of this movie to “keep moving forward” definitely makes it one of my favorite underrated Disney movies.

Thomas Sack Anchor Staff

n Sept. 24, 2016, audiences returned to the Star Wars galaxy for the third season premiere of Star Wars Rebels, a onehour TV movie titled “Steps Into Shadow.” Written by Steven Melching and Matt Michnovetz, the extended episode is Star Wars at its best. “Steps Into Shadow” takes place six months after the conclusion of its predecessor, “Twilight of the Apprentice.” The heroic Ghost crew is back in full force, and as it tries to steal a fleet of Y-wings from an Imperial base, it is faced with a new threat: Grand Admiral Thrawn, who was initially declared non-canon when Disney purchased Star Wars in 2012. Story-wise, “Steps Into Shadow” is not as thrilling as “Twilight of

eet the Robinsons (2007)

reasure Planet (2002)

he Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)

obin Hood (1973)

“Robin Hood” is the story of a fox named Robin Hood (naturally) who teams up with some of his friends to return money that John, King of England has taken from the people (animals) of the forest. The This 20th Century retelling of a classic tale features love, conflict and comedy.

Quasimodo is lonely, isolated and psychologically abused due to his physical deformity. He spends his days as the bell ringer, living in the towers of the Notre Dame Cathedral. He befriends Esmeralda, a poor Romani vagrant, who encourages and befriends him, all the while working tirelessly to free her people from Judge Claude Frollo’s oppressive reign. Watch “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” if you’re looking for a tearjerker about grief, love and acceptance with a nail biting story line.

rother Bear (2003)

When Kenai’s brother is killed by a bear, he seeks revenge by hunting one down himself. In a cruel twist of irony, he transforms into a bear as a result. Kenai’s other brother makes a promise to kill the bear that Kenai has become. In order to turn into a human again, Kenai enlists a cub, Koda, to help him get to a magical mountain he believes will restore his original form. Will Kenai ever get to be the human he longs to be again?

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the Apprentice.” However, it is not bad. Continuity between these two episodes is expertly maintained, and the result is an adventure delightfully similar in tone to the Star Wars Original Trilogy. “Steps Into Shadow” is far from the filler typical of Star Wars Rebels, and while it does try to include too many characters in its narrative for the sake of fanservice, it succeeds at whetting one’s appetite for what promises to be a dark and exhilarating third season. Musically, “Steps Into Shadow” is a disappointment. Its score is subdued and unmemorable, something that has held true for Star Wars since George Lucas sold it. Even the grand “Rebel Fanfare” is reduced to a sting that plays during the opening titles and end credits. Fortunately, “Steps Into Shadow” compensates for its weak soundtrack with an amazing use of sound

effects. Audiences are sure to be enraptured by the iconic hum of lightsabers, the mighty roar of spaceship engines, and the celebrated pew-pew of blaster bolts.

Visually, “Steps Into Shadow” is astounding. Its stylized aesthetics reference the designs of the late Ralph McQuarrie, and they possess a subtle realism that sometimes makes one forget one is watching a cartoon. Everything that graces the screen during “Steps Into Shadow” is beautifully rendered; one feels the intensity of every explosion and can clearly understand the emotions of every character. One could almost go so far as to say “Steps Into Shadow” is a paragon of the technology Lucasfilm has been developing since 2008. In terms of voice acting, “Steps Into Shadow” does not dissatisfy. Every character in the episode is

portrayed in a believable, fitting way. The renowned Jim Cummings makes a welcome return as the space pirate Hondo Ohnaka, and Tom Baker of “Doctor Who” fame makes his Star Wars debut as the enigmatic Bendu. Without a doubt, the best performance in “Steps Into Shadow” comes from newcomer L a r s Mikkelsen, who voices none other than Grand Admiral Thrawn.

Go on an adventure by watching “Treasure Planet,” the Disney studio’s scifi response to “Treasure Island.” Jim Hawkins goes on a crazy journey across the universe aboard a ship and befriends the morally ambiguous John Silver. Silver serves as a father figure to the young man, but can he be trusted? If you like Steampunk, space travel or interdimensional pirate battles, then this is the movie for you.

Packed with marvels and mysteries, it does everything one would expect from a high-quality Star Wars story, even though its music is lackluster. All in all, it is obvious the Force will be with Star Wars Rebels’ third season.

“Steps Into Shadow” is definitely the strongest s e a s o n premiere Star Wars Rebels has had, to d a t e . Photo courtesy of star-wars-rebels-season-3_static.srcdn_com

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PATRICK CONNOLLY

Anchor Staff

et’s play a game of imagination, shall we? Imagine that there’s an island in what seems to be the middle of nowhere. Now, say that this island is populated by characters portrayed Daniel Radcliffe and Paul Dano, and Paul Dano uses Daniel Radcliffe as pretty much anything you can think of, such as a jetski, a flying animal and yes, even a living and breathing Swiss-Army knife. Oh, and for the icing on the cake, let’s say that Daniel Radcliffe also portrays a farting dead corpse throughout the beginning of the film.

That’s not even scratching the surface. A film like “Swiss Army Man” appeals to the crowd of weirdos out there who love anything that’s flat-out bonkers. I

Jason Windrow Anchor Staff

Aries (March 21April 19) Aries, start worrying about the election. It may be a stressful week, so you might as well embrace the inevitable heat-death of your emotional stability by pondering your voting options. Remember: even if you don’t want to vote for one of the candidates, you can write in the person you think is best. Don’t be ashamed to vote for Mickey Mouse. A lot of people vote for Mickey Mouse. Taurus (April 20May 20) Taurus, stack all your textbooks in a pile, and stand on all of them. See if you feel smarter. Maybe you’ll be able to absorb the information you need through your feet, socks or decorative booties. Do 10 squats on the textbooks and see if that helps. If it doesn’t, just go back to how you usually study.

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am among that crowd, and while I don’t think it’s a perfect film by any stretch, it’s easily one of the most “out-there” moviegoing experiences I’ve had in awhile. As mentioned previously, the story focuses on Hank (Paul Dano) who discovers a dead corpse on the sands of the island. This dead corpse is named Manny (Daniel Radcliffe), and throughout the film, Hank uses Manny as not only a means of survival on the island, but also as a means for connection from the isolation he feels. Directed by a duo of brothers called Daniels, this is a film that is deceptively thoughtful. Despite being an absurd premise with an abundance of absurd moments, the film surprisingly touches on how society likes to condemn those who are different from

other people. Believe me when I say that farting, used in the context of this film, is actually there to support this message.

Daniel Radcliffe and Paul Dano are absolutely amazing in this film. They are the only characters featured for the majority of the film, and they carry it with a strong sense of confidence and gusto. The film falters in the final third, where it begins to over-think its message. While well-intentioned, it’s a bit too much for my taste. A part of me wishes that it had carried its absurd energy all the way through, since it almost becomes too earnest for its own good.

Still, it’s better to do too much rather than too little, and if “Swiss Army Man” is a film that dares to be even more than a “farting corpse” movie, then more power to it.

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Horoscopes

Gemini (May 21June 20) Gemini, September has been a hard month for you. Host a party and invite all your friends to celebrate the death of September. Be sure to go to the Providence Place Mall and order a 6-dollar Godiva milkshake, because you deserve it. See a movie with your best buds and laugh until you cry. It’ll be the most fun you’ve ever had at a wake.

Cancer (June 21July 22) Eat a lot of trail mix this week, and build a detailed list of different ways to eat it. Think about how everyone eats trail mix differently. Think about many people eat trail mix when they’re not even on a trail. Make your own trail mix, and give it to your friends. Really dive into that trail mix game this week. Leo (July 23-August 22) Leo, get enthralled with the darling child-stars from “Stranger Things.” Watch all of their interviews and re-watch

“Stranger Things” on Netflix. Learn everything about them. It may seem useless, but the knowledge could come in handy one day. You never know. Pretend they are your children. Love and support them this week. Virgo (August 23September 22) Virgo, you will be touched by an angel this week. The angel’s age and gender are not specified, but be on the lookout. They may hug you, they may whisper sweet nothings in your ear or they may flick your elbow. Whatever it is, you’ll know, and you will feel blessed. Libra (September 23October 22) Libra, be a prankster this week. Walk into apple store with an android and demand service, or walk into an android carrier and demand help with your apple product. It probably is done on a routine basis, but who cares. Laugh at the experience and love yourself this week.

Scorpio (October 23November 21) Scorpio, be flirtatious this week. Wink at everyone you see and, spent lots of times in fields building flower crowns for the people you want to get with. Times are becoming darker, and it’d be nice for you to start a relationship now. Remember: if things don’t work out, you can always just dump them two weeks after Valentine’s Day. Everyone does that. Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) Attend an event you wouldn’t normally attend, and question your existence the whole time there. Maybe something good will happen, maybe something bad will happen. Who knows? Just do something out of your comfort zone, and see if there are any changes. Capricorn (December 22January 19) Capricorn, everyone always talks about how you need a number

2 pencil, but no one ever talks about when you might need a number 1 pencil. Locate a number 1 pencil and use it on a test to see if there is actually a difference in a number 1 pencil vs. a number 2 pencil. Good luck! Aquarius (January 20- February 19) Aquarius, turn your room into a walk-in closet. Yeah you might have a closet at home, but, like, opening doors is such hard work. Why not cut out the middleman, and make you entire room into a walk-in closet. It’ll give you something to do and tap into that DIY lifestyle you keep dreaming about. Pisces (February 19 – March 20) Pisces, read the book “The Old Man and the Sea” this week, and build a boat. Cast away from Narragansett Bay and start fishing for that elusive catch of the day. Bring swimming trunks and go swimming, even if it’s cold. You need this journey because your life is boring, so go.

Dressing for success Deanna Manzo Anchor Contributor

lthough the seasons are changing, and it saddens you to put away your cute flowery sundresses and sandalwood clogs, let me remind you that fall will be a season of renewal. Going to class daily requires a wardrobe that is comfortable for you so you can pay attention to the tireless lecture instead of fussing over a wardrobe malfunction. Sitting for an hour a day can cramp your style, so I have some tips on having a great school year with a wardrobe that will stop traffic. Dressing for success requires making the conscious effort to scan your closet for any rips, holes or stains. When you separate your attire into categories, one pile will be clothes that are worn out and unwearable; you can toss those clothes. Another pile will be clothes that don’t fit you anymore; you can donate these clothes to Goodwill. Goodwill is always accepting donations, and there is always someone in need. There are many ways to update your wardrobe that are sure to make you a fashion diva. Sweater dresses can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. For class, you can pair a sweater dress with

some heavy-duty leather boots and accessorize with an adorable scarf. At night time when school is out, you can slip into a pair of leggings to create a totally different look. It’s all up to you, so be creative in your pursuit of fashion excellence. Cardigan sweaters can create a very romantic look if that strikes your fancy.

Layering this Fall is all about creating a look that will take you from fashion dud to fashion plus. When you overheat, you can always take layers off, and when you get cold again, you can always add a layer or two. Add a bit of drama with a bell-sleeved sweater, as you can wear them with jeans or sharp A-line skirts. Creating a wardrobe doesn’t have to be costly. There are many department stores such as Target or Walmart that has what you are looking for at half the cost, so it won’t break the bank. Be a little creative, and you will be on your way to a cost efficient lifestyle. Sometimes you can take what you already have in your closet and add a few pearls or earrings to spice up your look. Remember that fashion is all about making your personality shine. With your new wardrobe, you’ll have exuberant style and grace, and that will make for a great school year.

How to pack the perfect gym bag SOPHIE COSTA

Anchor Staff

utting together a wellorganized, smart gym bag is one of the most crucial steps to getting your sweat on. You don’t want to be at the gym without something that you desperately need in order to have a productive session. Here are a few tips to composing the most useful gym bag:

First, get a bag that will fit everything that you need. If you’re just doing cardio, small bags are just fine. However, if you incorporate lifting or other strenuous non-cardio activities, you

may need something a bit larger. Inside your gym bag, you should always have an extra set of clothes. You never know what will happen, so it’s always best to be prepared with a second set of everything.

The next vital gym bag item is a towel, so if your gym does not supply them, I suggest you bring your own. Being able to wipe your face off will cool you down and enable you to keep pushing through. If you are a lifter or a rower, bring your own handgrips and chalk. Trust me, your hands will thank you for this. Heavy lifting and constant repetition of rowing can really tear your hands apart. Handgrips

Gianna Rocchio & Jeremy Boutin Anchor Contributors Coalition is perfect for relaxation!

uestion: “I am a freshman in college, and my suitemates are all really cliquey and mean. I feel like the odd one out, and I feel like they are always judging me. I don’t know what to do, because I have to live with them all year, but I don’t even know if I want to fit in with them because they are so mean. I am kind of afraid to be friends with them”. -Friendless and Afraid Hello Afraid,

Friendless

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Unfortunately, I have not lived in a dorm on campus before. I’m the cliché RIC student who has commuted for his entire college career. However, I do have a lot of experience with being bullied and having to work with difficult people, and it is not fun. What you have to remember is that this is a temporary situation; you will not live with these people forever. They cannot stop you from having the time of your life and maintaining a positive attitude. Being in a new school has its challenges, and those challenges should not be what you come home to after a long day of classes. I would first advise you to take a deep breath and collect your thoughts; the library has a lot of great places to settle in and relax. You might also benefit from taking up a hobby that will relax you, such as doing yoga, knitting or even joining an organization on campus. I hear the Cat will also keep your skin tears from touching the gym equipment, therefore preventing any open cuts making contact with bacteria. Many people like to shower at the gym, so if that is your preference, bring travel size shampoo, conditioner and soap. Another basic item is a pre or post workout snack and tons of water; many gym goers and athletes swear by pre-workout

Lastly, a wise man once told me that you will never know what people are thinking until you ask them. If your suitemates are affecting you in such a negative way, you can always speak to them one-on-one and explain how you feel. The worst-case scenario is they truly hate you and are extremely mean people, but if you speak to them and tell them how they are making you feel, chances are good that they’ll be genuinely apologetic. They may not even realize what they are doing! A simple heart-to-heart could be what you need to alleviate this tense situation. I really hope that, regardless of your suitemates true intentions, you are able to make your time at Rhode Island College worthwhile and that you can find your niche here. Stay strong and positive, my friend. Yours truly, Jeremy. Dearest Afraid,

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First of all, good on you for staying out of the drama. Keeping your cool around so much negativity can be difficult, especially when you’re in a new place with all of these people who aren’t on your wavelength. You make a good point that you have to live with them all year, so if you want to keep the peace and try to establish a friendship with them, you could try finding something on campus that you guys can all do together outside of the suite. From the sound of things, however, it may be time to put yourself first. Make sure that you establish boundaries with your suitemates as soon snacks and cannot workout without that boost of energy. Water by far is the most crucial part of working out; without sipping on some water during a hard session, you will feel weakened and dehydrated. Many people forget to drink water during and just chug it afterwards, this will upset your stomach and minimize your workout abilities. Last but not least: headphones. I can’t tell

October 3 2016 as issues arise. If they are doing something that makes you uncomfortable (intentionally or otherwise), politely remove yourself from the conversation and say something like, “that’s not really my cup of tea, so I’m going to go finish studying at the cafe.” They might be judgmental, but that’s their problem and not yours; it isn’t your job to sort them out. It hurts, but realizing that we cannot control other people’s actions is one of the hardest lessons we learn as we grow up. The only thing we can control is how we react and respond. The more you feed into someone else’s drama, the more involved you become. Don’t make their reality part of your own; instead, build up your own reality.

Think about it this way: the best news is that you have four years to build up your own world. The RIC community is overflowing with clubs, events and activities. Find some buddies in your classes, and start a study group! Attend a new club during the Wednesday free period. I am a transfer commuter student, so I totally understand the isolation. I have found that once you make the leap and reach out to people, they respond very well. College life can feel pretty lonely at first, but now you have the opportunity to choose who you want to surround yourself with and who you want to avoid. You’ll have supporting and like-minded people on your team in no time. Just make sure to put your own comfort and happiness first, and remember that you define yourself, not your suitemates. Hang in there, Gianna.

you how many times I’ve forgotten headphones and had to turn around and go get them. Listening to music while you’re adrenaline is pumping is a feeling like no other, and having a killer playlist is half the battle when it comes to exercise. Gym bags are always tailored to the person using the bag, and once you start working out, you will know exactly what you need.

12 October 3, 2016

Donovan Dining Services Tucker Talks Nutrition

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Right? You’ve probably heard this a hundred times from your parents, your teachers, your coaches, and the media. And guess what? Now I am going to tell you again! Ugh, right?! Why is it so important? You may be saying to yourself…I am trying to lose weight. I don’t have the time. I am too tired to get up and eat. I am not hungry early in the morning. I have heard all of the excuses! So here is why breakfast is so important. In its simplicity breakfast means to break the fast…would you go all day without eating? Don’t you think you would be hungry? Then why wouldn’t you eat after 8-10 to even 12 hours of sleep and not eating at night? Studies have shown that those who eat breakfast have a better attention span and can concentrate on tasks better. People who eat breakfast also tend to be less irritable and tired. And against popular belief, those that eat breakfast tend to be less hungry and not overeat later in the day, which results in a healthier weight. So here are some on the run quick breakfast idea to get you started: fruit with nut butter English muffin or whole grain toast with cottage cheese or a slice of cheese with some ham and tomato Peanut butter and banana sandwich…..Elvis loved it! Fruit smoothie made with lowfat milk, fruit and greens Whole grain low sugar cereal with fresh or frozen fruit. Or how about oatmeal made the night before…

Do you have questions about nutrition? Contact Bethany Tucker RD call (401) 456-8477 or email her at btucker@ric.edu

Food Service Advisory Meeting Thursday Oct.13 12:30 in the Donovan Dining Center Room 202 Student feedback & ideas welcome!

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Opinions

On behalf of reckless unfollowing ANGELINA DENOMME

Opinions Editor

verybody is having fun without you and there are troves of pictures of fancy food and selfies in dark clubs to prove it. In reality most people don’t consistently speak to the majority of their Facebook friends but the glitzy posts of that one person you knew ten years ago and their trip to the vineyards of California immediately leads to an endless string of self deprecating questions. Am I not cool because I hate wine? How does she have so many friends, should I have more friends? Am I supposed to be settled

in a career that can allow me to take trips like this already? The questions may differ but the general fear of missing out, cleverly known as FOMO, on the life you believe you’re supposed to have is very real and present.

It’s easy to forget that social media is a world we partake in so very often. In this world the term “friend” is used more loosely meaning everything from “a distant relative” to “that guy you once met at a party that one time.” By accepting a friend request you are essentially letting somebody into your life. Although that life they become a part of may be virtual the time spent in it is equal if not more to the time spent in the physical

world. In general, social media is an important world that most Millennials take part in however it is treated as though it does not matter. The images one sees directly affects how they view the world and if these images are not carefully curated it can lead to a whole host of psychological obstacles. This new phenomenon of people becoming sad or anxious when comparing their own seemingly average life to the carefully crafted lives of others can easily be avoided with one simple act of unfriending or unfollowing a page. There is an undeniable truth that people only post the most flattering and interesting parts of themselves online for the

world to see. It doesn’t make someone shallow or a phony for only sharing their good side and it doesn’t make you overly sensitive for feeling sad about your own life in comparison. For one moment throw all judgement and fear out the window. Go through your list of friends and ask yourself if this friend’s content really contributes to your overall happiness. Unfollow and unfriend every single account that doesn’t make you happy. Unfriend your racist cousin or that guy who posts inane graphics you don’t even read. Unfriend anyone you haven’t interacted with in the last six months. Unfriend anyone who doesn’t directly contribute to your growth as

a human.

This may all seem drastic and unnecessary but so is having a collection of friends who you never speak to and maybe sometimes kind of hate. Your virtual world should be as carefully curated as your physical world. Without the ability to recklessly unfriend people who no longer serve your happiness social media can quickly turn into a negative environment with no real interaction amongst socalled friends. By creating a space where you are able to interact with a chosen few friends you truly care about people will be able to have more meaningful connections within cyberspace.

In defense of All All Lives Matter is insincere Lives Matter Jonathan Carney Circulation Manager

Ryan Foley Anchor Staff

t was very sad when Democratic presidential candidate Martin O’Malley was booed for saying “All lives matter.” It was even sadder when under pressure O’Malley retracted his statement. Twenty first century America is now under so much pressure to be politically correct that it is considered highly offensive to speak of the basic principle of Christian teaching. Preaching the idea that every life is equally important in the eyes of God is no longer allowed in society. Millennials are the first generation to be worse off than previous generations according to U.S. Census Bureau’s 2014 American Community survey. Most people believe this for economic reasons but I believe this is because our country is in a constant state of social decay. An example of this decay is the recent rash of police shootings and the resulting racial hostility. In response to these shootings many have said that it is important to strengthen the relationship

between police officers and their communities. However, there will always be those who favor a strict division between police and citizens. Those who slander and physically harm police officers in the line of duty will never be able to create a harmonious society between citizens and officers.

While protesting is legally constitutional some of the activity that goes on during protests is not. Looting and trashing buildings is counterproductive and will only alienate the people protesters are trying to convince to sympathize with the cause. It should be noted that the 24-hour news cycle as well as the extensive use of social media are not helpful in discouraging people from getting violent at the protests. These methods of news reporting shrink altercations into short video clips and replay them over and over to insight fear and panic in the population. The fear caused by the constant barrage of violent images does little to create a reality of peace. If you really want to promote unity say it loud and say it proud “All lives matter.”

he “All Lives Matter” slogan is not a sincere call for equality but rather a sloppy tagline existing solely for the purpose of demeaning black protestors. It falsely implies that Black Lives Matter is supposed to mean “Only Black Lives Matter” a presumption boggling in its simplemindedness. People who use this lazy counter-slogan claim black protestors want special privileges not equality. This accusation is often made when anyone has the audacity to protest anything. Television host Tomi Lahren speaks in viral Facebook videos about any black man who talks about racism in public. But the notion that advocating against police shootings is somehow asking for special privilege really reinforces that idea that

“when you’re accustomed to privilege equality feels like oppression.”

All Lives Matter is not hollered out of sincere concern for all lives’ equal treatment that’s where Black Lives Matter ideology comes from. Black lives are the ones often treated as if they do not matter equally whether because of implicit bias or police captains who admonish officers for not specifically going after minorities such as NYPD Capt. Constantin Tsachas. Black Lives Matter is a response to actual incidents of racism. Two summers ago, in East Greenwich, I attended a peaceful Black Lives Matter march sparked by white supremacist fliers that were distributed throughout the community. Certainly the black and white residents did not join together for the simple sake of special privileges.

People criticize Black Lives Matter when protests turn into riots. They often invoke the words of Martin Luther King Jr., who called for peaceful protesting rather than rioting. The people who quote him however cherry-pick his words to advance their own agenda while conveniently forgetting how he always followed by asserting that he could not condemn riots and not acknowledge that the treatment of AfricanAmericans because individuals feel that they have no other alternative. He used phrases like “A riot is the language of the unheard,” and chastised “the white moderate, who is more devoted to ‘order’ than to justice.” In conclusion, All Lives Matter is an empty slogan whose only function is to twist the meaning of the chant of those that actually are being treated unequally.

14 October 3, 2016

Flu shots are non negotiable

ANGELINA DENOMME

Opinions Editor t’s that time of year again when the leaves start changing, the UGG boots come out and a symphony of sneezes and coughs begin to fill the back of every classroom. As germs spread more students become infected with symptoms. For most the flu is easily fought off and affects no more than a short few days worth of lost productivity. However for others the flu can mean weeks upon weeks of sickness, treatments and a carefully timed schedule of medicine. There is no reason

beside medical necessity that every healthy person shouldn’t be getting their flu immunization yearly.

To dispel a couple myths right at the outset the answer is no, flu shots do not make you sick with the flu and never getting the flu doesn’t mean you don’t need the immunization all this according to the Center for Disease Control. The flu is not an innocuous illness because in many cases of people being immune suppressed due to preexisting conditions, age, or drug regimes such as chemotherapy

the flu can lead to serious complications and not uncommonly death. Current society is beyond lucky to exist in a time where dying from a cough is no longer necessary however as we humans get further away from that reality we begin to forget just how devastating common ailments can be.

Creating a vast herd immunity is the only way to effectively prevent the illness of those who are immunosuppressed or unable to get the vaccination for medical reasons. Herd immunity is the idea that if every healthy person

gets immunized against a disease then the spread of the disease will be vastly limited. By taking part in vaccinations, even if you don’t normally get sick, citizens can help create a stronger herd immunity and prevent themselves from becoming a carrier of the illness. If every student at RIC who is medically able to get the flu vaccine receives it then the spread of the illness would not only be contained but also the probability of a peer who is at risk for complications due to contracting the flu will also diminish.

As members of society, as people who work with the public or are consistently around the public, it is necessary that all medically able people vaccinated themselves against the flu. If not for yourself then do it for your peers who may be chronically sick or who may interact with someone who is chronically and who may view the flu as a serious death sentence.

Flu shots are available, usually for free, through the school via the Health Services’ annual flu shot clinic on Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Sports

Women’s soccer falls to Lesley JULIAN BORGES

Sports Editor

non-conference game against Lesley University resulted in defeat for the Anchorwomen at home last Monday.

The beginning of the game looked promising to the Anchorwomen. 14 minutes into play, Rhode Island College sophomore midfielder Leah Gravel chipped over Lesley’s defense and gifted the ball to her classmate and forward Brittany DeGrooth who deked the Lynx goalie to sneak in a shot within the keeper’s office.

In the 15th minute of the game, just a minute after DeGrooth’s goal, Lesley struck back after senior forward Julie Essick (Boerne, TX) ripped a shot from over 25 yards out to equalize.

The Anchorwomen sought to break the tie and in the 31st minute, DeGrooth gifted junior midfielder Stephanie Ricci a pass that resulted in the latter scoring RIC’s second and final goal of the contest just outside the net. Twelve minutes later, towards the close of the first

half, Lesley would equalize once again in the 43rd minute. Lynx sophomore forward Xaelel AllenCoballero (Henrietta, NY) whacked a shot from inside the penalty box following an assist credited to junior defender Maddy (San Jose, CA.)

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The Anchorwomen walked off the field after the first half, tied with Lesley 2-2. The visitors, at the time, retained a large 12-3 shot

Photo courtesy of Matthew Toyota advantage over the hosts.

The 75th minute of the game saw Lesley score the tie breaker that sealed the victory for the Lynx. Late in the second half, Lesley’s sophomore midfielder, Jordan Mitchell (Sachse, TX) slid in a shot after a cross from Essick, who assisted in the final goal of

the game.

The Anchorwomen fought vigorously in the final 15 minutes of the game. With just 5 minutes left in the contest, a RIC attempt at an equalizer saw the ball hit the far side of the post. Lesley walked off the field victorious over the Anchorwomen, with a score of 3-2.

RIC freshman keeper Amber-Marie Francois made seven blocks in the loss for the Anchorwomen. The junior keeper for the Anchorwomen, Brianna Sousa made two saves in her efforts. The Lynx goalkeepers, junior Lilly Donovan and freshman Brittley Gaan (Bellevue, WA) each made one save.

Women’s volleyball maintain even record

Enrique Castaneda-Pineda Anchor Staff

ast week, Rhode Island College played two home games against Little East Conference opponent Keene State and against Nichols College for the final two games of the month. As the season passes its midway point, the team’s record is currently 6-6. In the Little East Conference, however, they are 0-2. One of the losses was against last week’s opponent, Keene State.

Keene State proved to be an extremely strong opponent, though RIC did not back down and fought for every point throughout the game. Throughout the game, both teams were almost matched in kills per set in every set, apart from the first set where Keene had 15 kills compared to RIC’s 10, they both managed to get 10 kills in both the second and third sets. The first set was pushed to extra points, with Keene State taking it 26-24. The following two sets both ended with the same result: a tight 25-22 loss for RIC and a clean sweep of 3-0 for

Keene State. Though a very close game, it is possible that the outcome could have been different had RIC committed less errors, totaling 29 errors compared to Keene’s 13. Next up is the game against Nichols, which started off close, but ended in a 3-0 win for RIC.

The first and second set proved to be tight for both teams as they ended in scores of 25-18 and 25-21, respectively. It seemed to be a completely different story for the final set as it seemed Nichols just handed RIC the win as the Anchorwomen when on the offensive with the set ending in a 25-10 victory.

Jillian Ward and Courtney Lambrese led the team with a total of 15 kills combined and a total of 27 for the team.

Photo courtesy of Matthew Toyota

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Cross country runners win LEC awards Marissa Marsella Anchor Staff

uring the Pop Crowell Invitational hosted by Gordon College last week, the Rhode Island College Men’s Cross Country team had three of their runners place in the top 50 of 106 competitors. Although RIC did not compete as a team this week, junior athlete Jonathan Carney finished in 18th place with a racing time

of 28:57 for the 8k course. Rhode Island College freshman athlete Helder Gomes placed 24th with a time of 29:22, earning the title of LEC Men’s Cross Country Rookie of the Week, and Rhode Island College sophomore Jeff Garson placed 47th with a timed run of 31:07. As for the women, Rhode Island College sophomore Margaret McCaffrey

was named Little East Conference Women’s Cross Country Runner of the Week after recording a personal best time of 20:49 and finishing in 20th place out of 120 runners during the Pop Crowell Invitational. Following McCaffrey’s victory, her teammates performed accordingly with RIC freshman Cassidy Bissitt finishing in 21st place with a personal record of 20:50, junior Briana

Lenihan placing 23rd with a time of 20:59, senior Allison Lomas placing 52nd at 22:21, and sophomore Veronica Northup finishing in 61st place with a time of 23:17.

In 65th place for the Anchorwomen came senior Abigail Dandurand (23:29), in 66th place was junior Lissa Almanzar (23:31), 69th place was owned by freshman Sarah Basler

(23:44), and in 86th place came junior Tess Rhoat with a timed run of 26:07.

Catch the Cross Country teams on Saturday, Oct 8th at 11 a.m. during the James Earley Invitational next week for more action.

Dayna Reilly wins Women’s tennis Player of the Week Marissa Marsella Anchor Staff

hode Island College junior athlete Dayna Reilly has done it again. After her astonishing performance this week, crushing her opponents for a 2-0 victory in both singles and doubles action over Curry College and Western Connecticut, Reilly was announced Little East Conference Women’s Tennis Player of the Week for the second time this season. Reilly played perfect singles matches, posting

a (6-0, 6-0) win in the No. 1 spot, assisting in an 8-1 victory over Curry College on Sept. 22nd and matched her score in the same spot against her opponent from Western Connecticut two days later, resulting in a 9-0 win for the Anchorwomen.

The doubles action for Rhode Island College also proved to be impressive with Reilly once again undefeated in her No. 1 spot, posting an 8-4 win against Curry College as well as an 8-1 victory against Western Connecticut. Her current position for the season stands at 6-1 in both No. 1 singles and No. 2 doubles.

In further news, the Anchorwomen continued their perfect season with a 7-2 victory over UMass Dartmouth on Tuesday, Sept. 27th. This proved to be the eighth straight win for the Women’s Tennis team this year, resulting in an undefeated 2016 season for the Anchorwomen thus far. The ladies won two out of three doubles matches. The No.1 pair, Reilly and her counterpart, Julie Reddy, posted an 8-2 win over UMass followed by Laura Nastasi and Jorgie Martin, the No. 3 doubles pair who together had an 8-4 win over UMass duo Kheyla Orival

RIC down Hawks 3-0 JULIAN BORGES

Sports Editor

t did not take long for the Anchormen to begin their shutout against Roger Williams last Wednesday. Just three minutes into the game, junior midfielder Ty Catunto took advantage of a defensive clearing attempt gone wrong and shot the ball from ten yards out—scoring one of three goals Rhode Island College earned during the game. In the 36th minute, the Anchormen almost lost their chance in maintaining a shutout. Just nine minutes before the first half was over, Roger Williams freshman midfielder Garrett Bolton (Candia, NH) blasted the ball in an attempt to equalize. However, RIC goalkeeper Chris Moura

dove for a save that helped the Anchormen retain their clean sheet status going into the second half. RIC walked off the field after the first half with a dominating 16-3 shot advantage over the Hawks.

When the second half began, it wasn’t until the 57th minute that the Anchormen scored again. Freshman midfielder Kevin Tay Munoz controlled the ball in centerfield and lobbed it to Catunto who then crossed the ball right to Komla Dogbey who ripped it into the upper left corner of the net. Less than 20 minutes later, the Anchormen would earn their third and final goal of the game in the 75th minute when the RWU squad made an error that resulted in an own goal. RIC’s Moura made four

and Natasha Shiku.

saves and nabbed his third clean sheet of the season while RWU’s freshman goalie Edmund Geschickter made eight saves in the loss to the Anchormen. The Anchormen walked off the field victorious with a 7-1 lead in corner kicks and an astronomical 23-7 shot advantage over the Hawks.

Photo courtesy of goanchorman.com

In singles action, both Reilly and Reddy posted wins over UMass Dartmouth’s Lahaie and McCaffrey in No. 1 and No. 2 spots (6-1, 6-2) (61, 6-1). Nastasi posted a No. 3 singles spot victory with a score of (6-3, 6-2) over Dartmouth’s Fastino and RIC’s Braganca taking a (6-1, 6-2) win in the No. 4 singles spot. The final singles victory for the Anchorwomen resulted in a (7-6, 6-3) win at the No. 6 spot by Romeo.

The Anchorwomen are currently undefeated. Keep up the good work, girls!

Men’s golf to defend championships Enrique Castaneda-Pineda Anchor Staff

his past week, the Men’s Golf team played in the Williams Invitational and the Westfield State Invitational. These invitationals are the final games before the GNAC (Great Northeast Athletic Conference) and NEIGA (New England Intercollegiate Golf Association) championships, which the team has been champions of for an outstanding five years straight. The Men’s Golf team will surely look to continue this tradition. The NEIGA is held by the Rhode Island College Men’s Golf team. This team went on to place 11th (out of 18 teams) in the Williams Invitational. hough that does not seem great, the individual scoring was very consistent for the team

ranging between 151-166. Austin Cilley led the team shooting with a score of +9, but a score of 76 the first day and 75 the second day.

In the Westfield State Invitational, the team placed 2nd out of 14 teams, going back to their usual dominance on the course. Cilley, Mike Caparco, and Tom Sheran shot a score of 75, 76, and 77, respectively. They scored a total of 306 to place 2nd as Babson College took 1st place shooting a score of 292.

The GNAC Championship will be held on Oct. 15th and 16th while the NEIGA Championship will be held on Oct. 23rd and 24th.

16 October 3, 2016

ALL WEEK LONG Equality T-Shirts Visit the Unity Center all week for a Human Rights Campaign (HRC) T-shirt while supplies last: signature gold on blue, or pink on red for marriage equality. Wear your shirt on Oct. 11 in honor of National Coming Out Day. Limited quantity and sizes.

LGBT Health Care Visit Donovan Dining Center lower lobby all week for information regarding LGBT health issues: the health care system, access to health care in Rhode Island and surrounding areas, questions to discuss with providers and changes in college health insurance coverage. • Sponsored by RIC Health Services.

MONDAY, OCT. 3 10-11:50 a.m. HIST 334 – OPEN CLASS The Black Experience in America Assata Shakur: Radical in Exile Forman Center 130 Based on a seminar developed and taught locally by RIC alum Marco McWilliams, this class will analyze the autobiography of Assata Shakur to critically examine the politics of race in America. Participants will investigate the role of the Black Panther Party in race politics, the detainment and exploitation of prisoners and the collision of politics and social justice. • Sponsored by the Department of History and the Africana Studies Program.

Noon-2:30 p.m. Film: “The Year We Thought about Love” Student Union Ballroom What happens when a diverse group of LGBTQ youth dares to be “out” on stage to reveal their lives and loves? Boston-based True Colors: OUT Youth Theater transforms daily struggles into performance for social change. This documentary introduces a transgender teenager kicked out of her house, a devout Christian challenging his church’s homophobia, and a girl who prefers to wear boys’ clothing. When bombs explode outside their building, the troupe becomes even more determined to share their love stories to help heal their city. This program explores intersectionality and how to live authentically despite adversity. • Sponsored by the RIC Adams Library, Student Union, Feinstein School of Education and Human Development, Gender and Women’s Studies and the Counseling Center.

2:30-3:30 p.m. TED Talk: “The Future of Race in America” Unity Center, DDC Lower Level Michelle Alexander, author of the acclaimed book “The New Jim Crow,” talks about the role of mass incarceration in the perpetuation of the racial caste system in the United States. Prior to entering academia, Alexander served as the director of the Racial Justice Project for the ACLU of Northern California, where she coordinated the project’s media advocacy, grassroots organizing, coalition building and litigation. The 23-minute talk is repeated three times. • Sponsored by the Unity Center and Learning for Life.

4-6 p.m. Promoting Deaf Awareness Alger 110 Attitudes toward American Sign Language (ASL) are quickly evolving. The Deaf and hard of hearing community has linguistic variations and is full of intersecting identities and differing perspectives. Research and knowledge about ASL has benefited the study of languages as a whole. On the other hand, outdated stereotypes, misperceptions and myths about ASL and Deaf and hard of hearing people still persist and create societal barriers. RIC Professor of Special Education Marie Lynch, who grew up culturally Deaf, and Tim Riker, American Sign Language Studies lecturer at Brown University who is also deaf, use research, facts and their life experiences to broaden awareness of the cultural/linguistic strengths of Deaf people, reduce stereotypes and promote inclusion.

TUESDAY, OCT. 4 9-9:50 a.m. Social Activism and the Performing Arts Alger 110

4:30-5:30 p.m. TED Talk: “The Story We Tell about Poverty Isn’t True” Learning for Life, Craig-Lee 054 Mia Birdsong has spent more than 30 years fighting and loving for social justice and liberation. She is the co-director of Family Story, an organization working to expand our understanding of what makes a “good” family. Birdsong is an avid generalist with a wide range of experience including social activism, youth development and health education. A frequent speaker on low-income communities, Birdsong’s work has been published in the Stanford Innovation Review and the Huffington Post. The 15-minute talk is repeated three times. Snacks are included. • Sponsored by the Unity Center and Learning for Life.

7-8 p.m. The Art of Stepping Student Union Ballroom Rooted in African culture, stepping is an integral part of the fraternity and sorority experience. Art of Stepping is a uniquely trademarked/ copyrighted program that has been implemented in various afterschool partnerships. It focuses on Techniques 101 (sounds vs. counts), the Basic Body Formations to Steppin’ Survival Kit, and a mathematical learning system that delves into the history of stepping from Leonardo Da Vinci to Gumboot to where stepping is today. • Sponsored by Student Activities/Greek Life and Omega Phi Beta.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 5 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Study Abroad Informational Fair President’s Dining Room, DDC This program will provide students with opportunities to speak with representatives from the RIC Shinn Study Abroad Fund and RIC-affiliated, off-campus study abroad programs. Students will learn about experiences living and learning in a variety of locations and situations. What better way to learn about cultural, ethnic and linguistic diversity? • Sponsored by the RIC Study Abroad Office.

Noon-5 p.m. El Camino RIC Campus This event will take participants around the campus on a 30-40 minute journey symbolizing the travels of undocumented Latin American people from their native homelands to the United States. Four walks will take place throughout the day starting on the hour (from 12-3 p.m.). Each walk will begin on east campus at the Forman Center. Participants may broaden their perspective of immigration and share thoughts and experiences in a safe environment. • Sponsored by the Latin American Student Organization (LASO).

12:30-1:15 p.m. Scholarship Information Session Unity Center Conference Room, DDC Looking for scholarships? Students at RIC are encouraged to view their work as a significant contribution to the academy. Facilitated by RIC Professor of Elementary Education Maria Lawrence, this session promotes awareness of inclusion scholarship and environmental studies. The Kingston Mann Student Achievement Award (open to all students) and the UDALL Scholarship (open to juniors, seniors and Native American students) are opportunities for students to be recognized for their richly diverse experiences and interests. Application requirements, deadlines and faculty contacts will be shared in the session. Light food and beverage will be served.

12:30-1:30 p.m. TED Talks: “How to Raise a Black Son in America” and “High School Training Ground” Adams Library, Reinhardt Room Clint Smith is a writer, teacher and doctoral candidate in education at Harvard University with a concentration in culture, institutions and society. He is a recipient of the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship with research interests that include mass incarceration, the sociology of race and the history of inequality in the United States. Malcolm London, poet, educator and activist, performs his stirring poem about life on the front lines of high school. He attends the University of Illinois at Chicago, is a member of the Young Adult Council of the prestigious Steppenwolf Theatre and is deeply interested in working on ways to improve the national education system. London regularly visits high schools, youth jails, colleges and communities to work with students on writing workshops and performances. Both talks are under six minutes and will be repeated throughout the hour. Snacks will be provided. • Sponsored by the Unity Center and Learning for Life.

12:30-2 p.m. LGBT Health Care Information Table Donovan Dining Center, Lower Level Health Services staff will be on hand to discuss LGBT health issues: the health care system, access to health care in Rhode Island and surrounding areas, questions to discuss with providers and changes in college health insurance coverage. Learn how to navigate a complex medical care system and self-advocate. • Sponsored by RIC Health Services.

2-3:30 p.m. Incorporating Diversity into Simulation FLS 163 Nursing Simulation Center Nursing simulation offers students exposure to cultural diversity issues and gives them practical experience in providing culturally sensitive care. This focus group is an opportunity for all members of the RIC community to discuss the use of simulation in understanding diversity and inclusion in health care. The goal is to inspire ongoing and intercollegiate dialogue around issues of health disparity, cultural diversity and best practices. • Sponsored by the School of Nursing/Simulation Center.

6-8 p.m. Film: “Which Way Home” Unity Center The Academy Award-nominated HBO documentary “Which Way Home” shows the personal side of immigration through the eyes of courageous and unaccompanied children trying to make it to the United States. “¿Cuál es el Camino a Mi Casa?” muestra el aspecto personal de la migración a través de los ojos de los niños que enfrentan con valor y habilidad los terribles peligros para alcanzar su meta de llegar a los Estado Unidos. Dinner will be provided. • Sponsored by the Latin American Student Organization (LASO).

Adam Foss is assistant district attorney in the juvenile division of the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office. He is on the Executive Board of the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association and is an active member of the state’s Bar Association. In 2012 Mr. Foss received the Brian J. Honan Award recognizing excellence in the courtroom and service to the community. • Sponsored by the Unity Center and Learning for Life.

6-8 p.m. FILM: “Which Way Home” (2nd Screening) Unity Center The Academy Award-nominated HBO documentary “Which Way Home” shows the personal side of immigration through the eyes of courageous and unaccompanied children trying to make it to the United States. “¿Cuál es el Camino a Mi Casa?” muestra el aspecto personal de la migración a través de los ojos de los niños que enfrentan con valor y habilidad los terribles peligros para alcanzar su meta de llegar a los Estado Unidos. Dinner will be provided. • Sponsored by the Latin American Student Organization (LASO).

7:45-9:30 p.m. Cape Verdean Passada Workshop Student Union Ballroom This interactive workshop teaches the basic steps of Passada, one of Cabo Verde’s main cultural dances. Participants will learn three different styles of the dance at beginner and intermediate levels accompanied by Zouk and Kizomba music. If you don’t know how to dance, don’t worry – we’ll teach you. This a fun way to meet new people and learn more about Cape Verdean culture.

THURSDAY, OCT. 6

• Sponsored by the Cape Verdean Student Association (CVSA).

10 a.m.-3 p.m. El Camino (2nd Day) RIC Campus

FRIDAY, OCT. 7

The second day of this event takes participants around the campus on 30-40 minute journeys symbolizing the travels of undocumented Latin American people from their native homelands to the United States. Four walks will take place throughout the day starting on the hour (from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.). Each walk will begin on east campus at the Forman Center. Participants may broaden their perspective of immigration and share thoughts and experiences in a safe environment. The walk will be followed by a peer-led discussion revolving around the walk, immigration issues and personal story telling. Gifts from RIC’s Latin American Student Organization and light refreshments will be given during the final hour (2-3 p.m.) in the Unity Center. • Sponsored by the Latin American Student Organization (LASO).

Noon-2 p.m. Teaching Students with Visual Impairment and Blindness: Tips, Tricks and Techniques for the College Classroom Faculty Center South Dining Room Accessibility of course materials to all learners, including individuals with disabilities, is a diversity and inclusion topic of national significance. This interactive workshop will provide examples of best practices for teaching students with visual impairment and blindness. Attendees will receive a user-friendly overview and practical tips about accessible course materials, teaching and learning techniques. Lunch will be included. • Presenters: Associate Professor of Biology Breea Govenar; Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science and Educational Studies Caroline Caswell; Adjunct Professor of Art Carole Villucci; and RIC Elementary Education major Maryabby Jusayan. • Sponsored by: Disability Services Center, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Feinstein School of Education and Human Development, and the Advocacy and Beyond Club (ABC).

2-3:50 p.m. FYS 100 – OPEN CLASS Chemistry of Cooking: Food Cultures Student Union Ballroom Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences Jamie Towle-Weicksel will lead this interactive, hands-on class, which provides an introduction to food chemistry, with emphasis on food preparation, safety, consumption and nutrition. Students will share their knowledge of food chemistry, explaining the chemical composition of various foods of their choosing. Selected foods represent cultures from around the globe. Students will discuss flavor profiles and ingredients. Tasting will be allowed.

Assistant Professor of Dance Jessica Pearson uses her original choreography to examine the process of researching and creating art for social awareness. Her dance performance piece, “It Continues,” is her creative response to the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and will be featured in the RIC Dance Company Spring Concert (February 10-12, 2017).

Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. For the latest information on Diversity Week events, stop by the Unity Center (DDC lower level) or visit www.ric.edu/unitycenter. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request.

5-6 p.m. TED Talk: “A Prosecutor’s Vision for a Better Justice System” Student Union Café

Noon–1 p.m. TED Talk: “Change Your Channel” Student Union Café Mallence Bart-Williams was born in Cologne, Germany. She is a German/Sierra Leonean writer, filmmaker and fashion designer who pursued studies in economics and finance in Paris, Singapore and Great Britain. Today she lives across the globe, runs an all-natural cosmetics business in Hong Kong, and is the founder and creative director of the Freetown-based creative collective FOLORUNSHO, a “sharity” she initiated with street kids in Sierra Leone. • Sponsored by the Unity Center and Learning for Life.

SATURDAY, OCT. 8 3–6 p.m. Cabo Verde National Day of Culture Student Union Ballroom This event mirrors the activity of the Ministry of Culture of Cabo Verde in celebrating the culture and identity of the Island of Brava. The history of Cabo Verde/Brava and its cultural influences are conveyed through narrative, music and song, with awards and live entertainment featured throughout the afternoon. This event is ticketed: $20 for the general public; $10 for non-RIC students; no charge for students with RIC ID. • Sponsored by the RIC Cape Verdean Student Association (CVSA), The Unity Center, the Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies and the Cape Verdean Heritage Foundation.

BEYOND DIVERSITY WEEK TUESDAY, OCT. 11 National Coming Out Day National Coming Out Day (NCOD) was founded by Robert Eichberg and Jean O’Leary in 1988 to commemorate the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights on October 11 of the previous year. The purpose of the day is to promote awareness and celebrate the LGBTQ community. This year marks the 28th anniversary of NCOD. Visit The Unity Center for a Human Rights Campaign (HRC) equality T-shirt while supplies last: signature gold on blue, or pink on red for marriage equality.

FRIDAY, OCT. 21

6-10 p.m. 10th Anniversary Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies at RIC Donovan Dining Center