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them are suicides and domestic violence incidents, not terrorism or mass shootings, but that doesn’t make these deaths any less tragic. And now, a large segment of the population is saying #NeverAgain to these acts of violence and are doing whatever they can to make a difference. Whether we agree with everything they say, we must support their right to speak up and have their voices heard. The protests are just getting started, with more school walkouts, marches and rallies planned nationwide in the coming weeks and months. This movement is not going away any time soon. Yes, the First Amendment only protects people from reprisal from the government, but that does not give anyone the right to threaten, intimate or defame those they disagree with. Instead, we must support the young people who are standing for what they believe in and start to listen to what they are saying, not continue treating them like clueless children.

he right to express ourselves without fear of government reprisal is one of the guiding principles of this country, so important that it is enshrined in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Recently, students have begun exercising their rights to speech, petition and assembly to rally against gun violence, following yet another school shooting that left dozens dead and wounded. (See The Daily Wildcat’s coverage of local protests starting on page 13.) Even in other countries, activists are standing and marching in solidarity with students in this country who simply want to attend classes without the fear of death or violence. Regardless of whether you agree that more gun control measures are needed, as 66 percent of the country does, the fact that young people are standing up for what they believe in should be commended. Instead, many of the same people who have declared millenials and digital natives “lazy” or “keyboard warriors” who never do anything in the real world continue to criticize the youth who are now finding their voice. Students asking lawmakers for help have been told that “adults make the laws” and that they should not let their

“emotions” decide what legislation is considered. The youth in this country have had enough of status quo politics. From the campaign of Senator Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential election up to now, many teens and 20-somethings have grown tired of monied interests controlling everything and are starting to look for other options besides “business as usual.” The empowerment of young people, especially those who are organized and have set goals, has always worried those in power, and with good reason. People under 30 are a huge, if not the largest, demographic in the country, and if they are able to speak in a unified voice, their ability to make change is undeniable. Those that don’t want change are resorting to dirty tactics to keep change from happening. Attacks against student organizers, calling them crisis actors or communist agents from Cuba, continue to spread online. Doctored images of activists tearing up the Constitution have served their purpose of turning people against the movement, even though they are obviously fake. While most people would debate how much or little gun legislation is needed, few if any would say children deserve to feel scared in their classrooms. To turn a blind eye to the gun violence in this country is tantamount to turning our backs on the future. Tens of thousands of people, from all ages, religions and races, die from guns in the U.S. every year. Many of

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NEWS | BOARD OF REGENTS

Klein steps down as board president BY JORDAN WILLIAMS @JordanNichelleW

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are among the finest in the world,” Klein said. “These universities belong to the people of this state. They are part of our rich history and are Arizona Board of Regents President fundamental to the growth of our Eileen Klein announced Monday, state and the prosperity of future March 26, that she will step down after generations.” serving in the position for five years. In a written statement, regents Chair In a post on the regents’ website, Bill Ridenour expressed gratitude for Klein said she is leaving the board to Klein’s work. explore other options in her career “I am deeply appreciative of and she is proud of what the regents President Eileen and universities Klein’s leadership have accomplished. over the past five “Working side by years at the board,” side with regents, Ridenour said. our university “Her leadership presidents, our has been pivotal students and in advancing the countless business, board’s aggressive philanthropic strategic plan for and community raising the quality leaders across and contributions Arizona,” she said. of our state “Together we have universities.” unified our public Ridenour universities with also said Klein a plan that puts made a “lasting students squarely difference” to at the center of our Arizona’s higher work. In doing so, it education. is no surprise that “In collaboration our outcomes in with the board both quantity and and our university quality continue to BOARD OF REGENTS presidents, she increase.” has repositioned Klein wrote of the EILEEN KLEIN RESIGNS FROM the Arizona Board of Regents after serving five years as the our universities university system’s president of the board. for longaccomplishments term success,” during her Ridenour said. “Focused on outcomes, time as president that encompass strategic decision-making, long-term competitiveness and economic competitiveness, total transparency impact. and quality assurance.” “By virtually every measure, these In a statement to The Daily Wildcat, institutions of higher learning are University of Arizona President Dr. more competitive and successful Robert Robbins wishes Klein the best than ever,” Klein said. “Graduation in her future endeavors. rates are up. So is student success and “President Klein is a tireless diversity.” advocate for all of Arizona’s public Klein also boasted the economic universities and a strong proponent of impacts of Arizona’s public the life-changing opportunities that universities. come with earning a college degree,” “Our university campuses are Robbins said. “I wish Eileen well in her economic hubs for the state,” Klein future endeavors, and I look forward wrote. to continuing to work with her to Recognizing that there is still advance the quality of life in Arizona.” more work to be done, Klein said Klein said after she transitions out Arizona can take pride in its public of the position in the coming months, universities. she will take time off before deciding “The people of Arizona can take her next career move. great pride in our universities, which

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NEWS | BOARD OF REGENTS

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THE ARIZONA BOARD OF Regents meets in the Student Union Memorial Center on Nov. 16, 2017, about degree programs, capital development plan and tuition. The Board will be holding simultaneous meetings Tuesday, March 27 to discuss setting tuition and fee’s for the upcoming school year.

Regents, Robbins propose tuition increase

Associated President of the University of Arizona president Matt Lubisich echoed the same sentiment at the hearing. “I think it’s absolutely incredible what can happen when administrators and students come together to create a solution in terms of tuition and I’m extremely excited,” Lubisich said. The Arizona Board of Regents hosted a state-wide public hearing on tuition and fees March Lubisich spoke in support of the proposal, saying it addresses two important issues that 27. The hearing represented the second step of the regents’ tuition and fee-setting process. students UA students face — mental health and financial aid. The regents released tuition proposals for the state’s public universities Friday, March “This tuition proposal calls for twelve new mental health counselors in our Counseling and 16, showing an increase in tuition for all students except continuing in-state students with Psych Services center, eight new financial aid counselors and overall financial aid technology,” guaranteed tuition rates. Lubisich said. At the hearing located at the University of Arizona’s main campus, UA President Dr. Robert The memorandum outlines that the proposed tuition rates will add additional staff in Robbins proposed increases of no more than 2 percent for current tuition rates, along with no Financial Aid at a standard ratio of 1 employee to every 1,800 students, and bring in more changes in mandatory fees. counselors at a rate of 1 counselors to every 1,100 “We’ve kept the tuition increase as modest as students. possible, and we will continue to pursue operational Stephen Heff, a UA alum and former efficiencies to fund the initiatives identified in our We’ve kept the tuition increase as modest professor, said he liked that tuition has been kept next strategic plan,” Robbins said. as possible, and we will continue to pursue sustainable. Incoming students attending the UA main “I love that you’re keeping tuition cost operational efficiencies to fund the initiatives campus will see an increase in combined tuition sustainable,” Heff said. “But hopefully, we can and mandatory fees between 1.8 and 1.9 percent, identified in our next strategic plan.” reduce tuition costs in the near term.” depending on Arizona residency status. Clinton Lee, president of Associated Students Students attending UA South in Sierra Vista, Ariz. — DR. ROBERT ROBBINS, UA PRESIDENT of The University of Arizona South, also showed will see a tuition increase between 1.9 and 2 percent support for the proposals, adding childcare as a depending on their residency status. concern that the proposal addresses. For undergraduate students, these rates will be locked in their first year through the UA “The young mothers and fathers will now have a chance to realize their dreams,” Lee said. Guaranteed Tuition program, a program in its third year that automatically guarantees Lee noted the diversity of UA South when speaking to the tuition proposal. freshmen their tuition rate for eight straight semesters. “We are an incredibly diverse group, mothers, soldiers, lifelong learners, people who have UA Online Students will pay $10 more per unit to establish new rate tiers of $500, $525 and already immersed themselves in their careers and are trying to better themselves and their $560 according to a memorandum sent to the regents by Robbins. This is the first time the rate families,” Lee said. has increase since its inception in fall of 2015. Ultimately, Lee called on administrators to keep tuition accessible for students. “Tuition affordability and predictability have been crucial priorities for the board over the “We are looking to you to make the right choices and make our higher learning affordable past several years, and I am proud that we have kept increases low for Arizona students and and keep our dreams obtainable,” Lee said. families,” said ABOR chair Bill Ridenour in a written statement. The regents will finalize tuition when they meet at UA on April 5 and 6. For Robbins, the increases come as a result of collaboration across UA. “The tuition proposal represents the collaborative work of university, faculty and student leaders in crafting a plan that addresses the shared highest priorities,” Robbins said. BY JORDAN WILLIAMS @JordanNichelleW

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NEWS | LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER

LGBTQ Resource Center gets needed update BY OLIVIA JONES @i_g_g_why

Boarded up and under construction, the now-shuttered LGBTQ Resource Center in the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership at the Student Union Memorial Center is getting a makeover. Renovations include a new office for the center’s director, a remodeled entryway to the center and a floor plan that will create more lounge space for students to study and interact. There is also a larger area for graduate assistants of the LGBTQ center. “We’ve had a need for more space for a long time,” said Jen Hoefle Olson, director for LGBTQ Affairs. “It’s creating a better use of the space.” Currently, the resource center has a satellite center in the Women’s Resource Center. The two diversity centers are sharing the space until construction is done. “I think it’s going well, I love it,” said Teresa Graham Brett, Interim Director of the WRC. “It’s a good model to show how our diversity centers support each other in transitions.” LGBTQ Affairs programs will be temporarily meeting in other facilities on campus, according to Hoefle Olson. “I wondered if people would disappear for a while,” said Hoefle Olson. “People have still been coming and I see it as a good sign.” Naturally, more colors have sprinkled the WRC as chairs, and couches and blankets had to be moved out of the LGBTQ center during construction. “The WRC has been amazing. They’re so generous to share their space and let us have a satellite lounge,” said Hoefle Olson. Greg Newton, project manager for Facilities Management, plans for the renovations to be completed in the next two to three months. “This is the university moving forward,” Newton said. According to Hoefle Olson, the possibility came this year with central university funding that has yielded one-time salary savings in the fiscal year. The new office in the center will allow full time employees to be in the same space. Before renovations began, LGBTQ affairs coordinator Manuel Rodriguez’s office was in the CSIL. “Manuel has to work out down the hall. He’s had to bring a laptop to work on [in the LGBTQ center] because when things happen, they happen in

the center,” said Hoefle Olson. After the LGBTQ center is put back in the space, a quiet area will be repurposed as a graduate assistants’ desk and workspace area. Hoefle Olson said limited private spaces had created issues for students to disclose problems. “We’re are still going to have limitations on activities we will be able to do in the center,” said Hoefle Olson. “It’s a very small area, but we try to use it to the best of our abilities.” With the substitute center around for the time being, some students haven’t been at the new space in the WRC according to Lexy Reyelts, intern for LGBTQ Affairs’ Pride Alliance. “There’s been less traffic,” said Reyelts. “Part of it is probably gender dysphoria; it’s a women’s space.”

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LGBTQ RESOUCE CENTER EMPLOYEES converse at their desks. The Center provides educational resources, holds discussions and hosts events such as “Queer-E-Oke.”

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THE LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER, located in the Student Union Memorial Center, is currently undergoing renovations, including building a second office in the center so full time employees can be in the same space.

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NEWS | ALCOHOL SALES

Crack open a cold one at McKale: license approved BY ZACHARY OGDEN @PurplaPanda

Come fall, University of Arizona men’s basketball fans will be able to enjoy beer and wine in McKale Center. Following a few setbacks, the Arizona State Liquor Board approved the McKale Center’s liquor license on Thursday, March 15. The UA originally sought the license after Dave Heeke, UA athletic director, announced during the Wildcat Country Radio Show on 1580 AM that acquiring a liquor licence for McKale Center was an objective. In December, the Tucson City Council voted in favor of the liquor license, but the project was delayed after local resident and former judge James Bly sent the liquor board a letter of complaint. Now, however, the license has been approved, and UA Athletics is already preparing for next semester. Joel Hauff, associate vice president of Student Affairs, said the plan is to issue a request for proposal and contract a

third party to manage the concession and alcohol service in McKale Center. Hauff also said there will be investments in new infrastructure to support the sale of alcohol. “We will be adding additional security staff to check IDs, wristband people and monitor fan behavior within the stadium,” he said. “There will be additional law enforcement that will be put on to make sure that, if there is an incident, there is adequate law enforcement response.” Hauff does not expect much increase in terms of revenue but suggested instead the purpose was to improve the fan experience. “It was the right time to respond to fan requests and to provide this and to improve the game day experience for those people who are looking to have a beer or a glass of wine while they are enjoying the ‘Cats play,” he said. Alcohol will be served to any patron who is of legal drinking age and can provide proper identification. Sales will end at the first under-16-minute timeout in the second half.

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ARIZONA SUPERFAN, PHYLLIS Goodman, cheers on the Wildcats on Nov. 12 in McKale Center. The Arizona State Liquor Board has approved the plans to sell beer in McKale Center, starting Fall 2018.

“This gives people time to let the alcohol work through the system before they head home, and the concessionaire will not be overserving,” Hauff said.

UA Athletics is still determining whether it will extend the sales of alcohol to other events hosted in McKale Center, such as women’s basketball, gymnastics and volleyball.

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POLICE BEAT BY VANESSA ONTIVEROS @NessaMagnifique

No-go on the Pinot A UAPD officer arrived at the UA Main Library in reference to a woman drinking something a little stronger than coffee at 12:45 p.m. on March 12. Earlier in the day, the employee witnessed the woman drink from a small bottle of Pinot Grigio. The officer approached the woman, who was drinking what appeared to be a travel-sized bottle of wine before placing it back in her lap. Her open purse contained a cardboard four-pack of travel-size wine bottles. The officer told the woman to gather her belongings and leave the library. He also noticed the woman spoke with slurred speech and had red, glassy eyes. The woman refused to leave the library, despite multiple warnings. The officer then took the woman’s right wrist, placed it behind her back and escorted her to the courtyard. Once outside, the officer cited and released her for criminal trespassing in the second degree and for drinking in public. He also issued a six-month exclusionary order from all UA libraries. Class act A student refusing to leave a class in the Physics and Atmospheric Sciences Building required police intervention on March 13 at approximately 2 p.m. The student told a UAPD officer that she had missed several assignments due to absences. She believed that even if she was failing, she had the right to remain in the class for the rest of the semester. When the teaching assistant spoke with the officer, she explained that the student had failed the course due to missing assignments. She also revealed that the student had ongoing issues in the class regarding respect. The TA had emailed the student informing her that she had failed and was no longer enrolled in the lab. Earlier that day, the TA arrived for office hours before class, where the student was waiting for her. The two then got into a “shouting match.” When the TA arrived to class, the student refused to leave, at which point the TA contacted UAPD. She told the officer that she did not want the student in her class. The officer told the TA that she would advise the student not to come back without authorization. The officer explained to the student that she was no longer enrolled in the class and would be forwarding the information to the Dean of Students Office. The student left the building, saying she would speak with the department head about the issue.

ARTS & LIFE | EXHIBIT

‘Pick your Poison’

Traveling exhibit gives students insight on changes of drug use in America

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Throughout America’s history, drug use and classification continue to shift as science reveals more about how they are made and how they affect the human brain and body. The Arizona Health Sciences Library is showcasing the “Pick your Poison: Intoxicating Pleasures & Medical Prescriptions” traveling exhibit for community members to visualize the history, and transformation, of common drugs in the U.S. The UA’s medical library partners with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to showcase traveling exhibits on campus. Some are harder to book than others, but are all for the benefit of the community according to Curt Stewart administrative associate at the UA Health Sciences Library and coordinator of the exhibit. “Pick your Poison talks about intoxicating substances that were previously used for medical purposes but now have become either taboo or we know a little more about them,” Stewart said. The exhibit features highlights on drugs like tobacco, opium, cocaine and marijuana. There is also a section on alcohol. They each have their own, separate panels with a history of how they have been changed and how they have been used both positively and negatively throughout history. “Pick your Poison” was created to show the changing definitions of certain drugs that were once considered deadly, and vice versa. Throughout the exhibit, the audience is encouraged to take note of the different categories: botanical, curative, market, consumer and prohibitive. Tobacco, as shown in the exhibit, is something that has been used by Native Americans for spiritual purposes and later seen as

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THE “PICK YOUR POISON” exhibit, showcasing the changing use of drugs througout history, will be on display in the Health Sciences Library through April 14. All exhibits are open to the public.

“God’s Remedy.” It is now seen as something highly addictive and carcinogenic. All exhibits at the UA Health and Science Library are open to the general public. The library offers different programs in the hopes to drive conversations centered around health and wellness for both students and members of the community to participate. The exhibits come from the NLM, located in Bethesda, Maryland. It is the world’s largest biomedical library, and maintains a vast print and digital collection available to the public. They partner with universities all across the nation to help display traveling exhibits, like “Pick your Poison,” to their communities. “All our exhibits are meant to showcase medical and artistic collections,” said Patty Tuohy, the head of the Exhibition Program at NLM. “We give communities across the country and around the world a chance to showcase a particular topic but also add their own collection to it.” Sharing exhibits helps create

“events around these exhibits for communities to go to the libraries” that host them, according to Tuohy. Putting together an exhibit takes two phases. First, researchers must come up with an idea and piece together collections from NLM or other sources relevant to a topic or conversation. It also has to be compelling to an audience. From there, after the “script” is written, the program puts together digital elements and sends them to a designer who creates visuals for the information. Then, the exhibit is assembled and made open to the public. It can also start to travel across different libraries for display. “It’s a chance to talk about these topics in more depth and bring people to libraries,” Tuohy said. “These exhibits are a way to raise people’s awareness of this valuable resource [NLM] and provide a gateway to our collections.” A main reason exhibits travel from NLM to libraries like the medical library is the outreach that NLM conducts,

according to Jill Newmark, the exhibition registrar at NLM. “It’s a way of allowing people to see things that are in our collections,” Newmark said. “A way of exposing them to those collections that they might not have access to because they can’t come to the library [NLM].” NLM has about 46 exhibitions traveling around the country on a regular basis, all loaned out by libraries for a six-week period at a time. Libraries and coordinators keep contact with the NLM to choose what they want displayed in their communities. “We try to have diverse topics and post them on an itinerary online and whomever wants to book those topics they can book them,” Newmark said. “Pick your Poison: Intoxicating Pleasures and Medical Prescriptions” will be displayed at the Arizona Health Sciences Library, located at 1501 N. Campbell Ave, until April 14.

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n one corner we have California, the heart of the West, the most populous state of the Union and the home of Hollywood and Silicon Valley. And in the other corner we have Arizona, the copper mining, O.K. Corral shooting, Grand Canyon hiking, border state. Although united by a common American heritage and a joint hatred of the New York Yankees, these two neighbors have been experiencing a bit of a spat over the issue of immigration for the past eight years, and the feuding has only become more personal in recent months. The problems make sense at surface level. Even though both states are in the western region, they could hardly be more different politically. California is famous across the country for its liberal take on illegal immigration, with over 80 percent of Californian’s supporting a path to citizenship for those residing illegally in the state. California Governor Jerry Brown even signed a bill, over White House objections, officially designating California as a “sanctuary state,” meaning illegal immigrants would be granted special protections and not be at the same risk as in others states to face deportation or punishment. But across the Colorado River, Arizona has instead made a name for itself by leading the anti-illegal immigration and pro-border wall pack. The Grand Canyon state made headlines back in 2010 when the State House and Senate passed SB 1070, which has been called the “toughest” anti-illegal immigration law in the country. SB 1070 not only made it a misdemeanor for non-citizens to be in the state without a passport or identification on them at all times; it also allows law enforcement to identify and inquire about the immigration status of anyone they have “reasonable suspicion” to be in the country illegally. This started a wildfire across the United States, as well as abroad, with U.S. senators and representatives alternately supporting the reasonable suspicion clause as a justified defense against people who are knowingly breaking federal law, or condemning it as an unconstitutional use of racial profiling. It was SB 1070 that started this whole

chain reaction, as in response to its passage then San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom supported the city council’s vote to boycott the entire state of Arizona. You heard that right, since 2010, San Francisco has been boycotting a state inside the U.S. Newsom went on to become the Lieutenant Governor of California, but San Francisco has continued the fight, even if in name only. Legally speaking, the city ordinance bans the travel of city employees to Arizona and puts a moratorium on all contracts with the state. But in reality, this ordinance is often ignored or purposefully flouted, as Mayor Mark Farrell traveled to Phoenix to meet with Arizona legislators and watch a baseball game just this month. But not to be outdone in pettiness, Pima County’s very own Representative Martha McSally (AZ-R) was quoted saying, “As we look in Arizona, we often look into the dangers of the southern border. But if these dangerous policies continue out of California, we might need to build a wall between California and Arizona, as well.” She even said to Fox News that California Governor Jerry Brown was endangering the rest of the country with his immigration policy and again echoed the possibility for another wall to our west. After some responses on the left to her comments, McSally affirmed that her comments were meant mostly to be humorous, but still described California state laws as allowing “violent, criminal” immigrants to wreck havoc unchecked. McSally has been known to talk like this before, and she’s not one to mince her words, but this kind of left-right antagonizing and baiting does nothing but make us stop listening to each other. Even if the San Francisco boycott is in name only, and even if McSally is only messing around by calling for a wall between California and Arizona, the important thing to remember is that we are all in this mess together. An American city threatening to cut off ties to another part of the United States over a political issue only divides us further and makes our politics even more petty than they have already become. It’s time we get off of our soap boxes, and start trying to figure out what’s worth compromising and what’s in need of a change. — Alec Scott is a sophomore who is studying political science and German studies. He volunteered for the 2014 Ron Barber Congressional Campaign.

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Wednesday, March 2 - Tuesday, April 3, 2018

ARTS & LIFE | COMMUNITY ART SHOW

The hidden talents of UA employees University offers a stage for faculty, staff and their immediate families to display their skills in producing works of art for community engagement BY BAILEY ALLEN @DailyWildcat

For the eighth year in a row, the UA Employee Recognition Committee and the National Arts Program are showcasing art created by UA employees and their families in the “On Our Own Time” exhibit. The exhibit features different mediums ranging from painting to sculpting. According to Pamela Wagner, a UA administrator and the exhibit director said it’s a way for staff to get involved, express themselves and show off their talents to co-workers, students and the UA community. “This mixed-media art show is unique. Not only because it is art created by staff and their immediate families, but also because it is judged not by type but artistic experience,” Wagner said. This exhibit reaches out to all artists, ranging from beginner to professional. Awards are given out in multiple categories. Micheala Todd, an administrative assistant in Department of Pediatrics, won first place for her artwork which was inspired by her daughters. “My main subject to paint is my daughters, that makes it extra special to be involved,” Todd said. For Todd, an experience like this exhibit gives artists that ability to be recognized by both co-workers and the community. “I didn’t know a lot of my co-workers made art. The gallery is a great way to see another side of the professional and academic roll we hold as staff,” Todd said. This year, one of Todd’s daughters was also entered in the exhibit. Jennie Norris, a graphic designer for Facilities Management, won the best in show award for her piece “Jimmy”, a pencil drawing of a Native American man. Norris has been producing art as a way to relax and take her mind off of work. She has entered artworks in the last three “On Our Own Time” exhibits, but this is the first year she won the best in show award.

“I’ve gotten lots of first place, second place, a few third and a lot of none, so it’s always exciting when you win ‘Best in Show’ especially when you don’t expect it,” Norris said. Norris works primarily in pencil, but has explored other mediums. This exhibit is important to Norris because it provides her a place to display her talents and get her artwork into the community. This year the exhibit was moved to The Biosciences Research Lab because the previous location was unavailable. The new venue offered “nice lighting and a nice environment to showcase these pieces of art,” according to Wagner. Wagner and the artists are planning for next year’s exhibit. “This truly is a community effort and I am grateful for all the artists entering their work, as well as those who made this show come to life,” Wagner said. For information on the exhibit and this year’s winners, visit the National Arts Program website.

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TOP LEFT: “Temple of the Moon” by Meg Muldoon on display at the exhibit. This artwork is a mix media piece painted on a slab of wood and is available for purchase. TOP RIGHT: “Sisa the Quechua Doll” by Varvara Zemskova on display at the exhibit. In the craft catagory, this piece features Native American ideas in a 3-D artwork. MIDDLE: The UA Employee Recognition Committee and the National Arts Program hosts its eighth annual “On Our Own Time” art exhibit. The exhibit aims to showcase the artistic talents of UA employees and their immediate family members. BOTTOM LEFT: “Tree of Life, Tree of Sorrow” by Chrysanthe Kapuranis, an employee at the UA, produces art in the professional painting catagory of the exhibit. On Display until Saturday, March 24. BOTTOM RIGHT: “Prague at Night” by Skye Challener, an employee at the UA, on display at the exhibit. The art exhibit displays many forms of art from employees and their immediate families. Most can be purchased and some have won awards.

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New student regent preps for change Accessibility and familiarity on list of to-do’s for newly confirmed Student Regent Lauren L’Ecuyer as she wraps up student body president duties at NAU BY DALAL RADWAN @dalalradwan91

The Daily Wildcat conducted a phone interview with Lauren L’Ecuyer and talked about her life and hopes for the future, as well as her appointment as next student regent. The interview has been edited for length and clarity. Daily Wildcat: How would you like to introduce yourself to people today? Lauren L’Ecuyer: I am a Lumberjack. I am the student body president at NAU, I am graduating in May and continuing my education in the state of Arizona. I have a long history of student governance work, which means I have been able to see the board working on behalf of the students in the universities to try to create the best policies and practices they can. The process of interviewing and attempting to determine the student regents has really been an incredible experience. So being a part in saying what the board does, just made me even more excited to do it. I’m currently the voice of our campus, which is over 20,000 students, and I’m looking forward to being the voice of a 180,000 plus students across the state of Arizona. DW: Why did you decide to run for the student regent? LL: I have really enjoyed the past four years of the work that I’ve been doing with the student government and being the voice of over 20,000 students. I’ve always enjoyed working in the public sector and working for the constituent, and I knew I wanted to continue that work. I didn’t quite realize that this position would be so perfect for me. I was raised in Arizona since I was a week old, so I consider Arizona to be my home state. I absolutely love the people here and the public university system. And specifically, I am passionate about combining my passion for public service with my passion for the state of Arizona and the three universities. It is going to be a dynamic combination, and it’s something that really filled me to want the position. I also think I will continue for the next few years to do the very best I can for the state and people that I really do love so much. DW: How are you preparing for this position now, given it will be a two-year commitment? How do you go about the arrangements and preparations to tackle all responsibilities ahead of you? LL: To be confirmed by the [Arizona] Senate and the education committee… I am working to meet with some of those representatives. I will be really learning and trying to educate myself as much as I possibly can in the next few months. I think it will be a big learning experience. I will meet as many people as I possibly can, and really get my hands around what is it that our universities need most right now from their student regent. So that’s what I’m focusing on right now, and for the next two months. Regent

[Vianney] Careaga, who will be turning off, has been an incredible role model to us for two years and I had the pleasure to work with him. I know he is leaving the position in a good place. Regent [Aundrea] DeGravina, the current student regent, has as well. DW: What are your priorities for the position and how do you plan to accomplish them? LL: My number one priority is to make sure I understand fully the needs, the concerns and the issues of all three of the universities, their campuses and students. I want to create a submission tab on each of the student government’s website, to make sure they are easily able to get in contact with me to voice any issues, comments or concerns they might have on their campus. My email would be on the board of regents’ website, but the submission tab, all that kind of new technology will be an easier way for students to get in contact with me in a fastpaced way. Second, I am going to make it a priority to visit each one of campuses and to make sure I can meet with constituents from each one, know what their issues are and be able to gauge each of these campuses and what they need most from their student regent. DW: How do you see yourself as different from former student regents? LL: I’m looking forward to taking it to the next level and working closely with former regents to make sure I can do the best for my entire public university system. I would say there is not anything in particular I want to change. I’m looking forward to finding those areas and improvements and making sure I can tackle each one of those for our campuses. DW: Who inspires and supports you? LL: My family. I come from a really long line of public servants, and so I look at them for support and guidance on how to handle issues. I do come from a line of Sun Devils, Wildcats and Lumberjacks, so it’s an interesting perspective that I have. They are my greatest support system, and the people I lean on for any sort of task in my life. DW: How do you describe a day in your life outside all these responsibilities? LL: I am a [Bachelor of Science] student enjoying my studies. I love to cycle and just started road cycling last year, and I did Tour of Tucson last November. I love reading anything about leadership or management. DW: Who is your role model? LL: Winston Churchill. I think there are many reasons to admire Churchill, but more than anything was his perseverance and leadership during times when people

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needed it the most. And one of my favorite quotes is by him and it says: “Success is going failure to failure, without loss of enthusiasm.” And that’s something I feel I lived my life by. DW: How do you do it? LL: A lot of practice. I have been extremely involved since I was young. I enjoy being busy and more than anything, I am busy with things I am passionate about, so it encourages me to do more. And if I love it and I want to do it, I find it is not difficult. That’s how I operate. DW: What’s your message? What do you wish people take from this interview? LL: I am passionate about the role I am in, and opportunities the student regent will have. Without the students, and without the universities operating, this role isn’t necessary. I absolutely recognize that, and I want people to walk away knowing that I am here for them, that I am interested in their daily life and what’s happening at the universities. I’m here to advance the public university system as far as I possibly can in this role. DW: You mentioned governance work. Do you think we will see you running for presidency at some point in the future? LL: I am not going to rule anything out, but I’m happy to be student regent for now.

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Wednesday, March 28 - Tuesday, April 3, 2018

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The City of Phoenix and University of Arizona are collaborating to launch a new medical technology accelerator program at the Phoenix Biomedical Campus located in downtown Phoenix. The new center, called InnoVention, was proposed by Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and will include students from the university’s medical sciences, law, engineering and business programs. “With this exciting partnership, the best and brightest across industries will work side-by-side as breakthroughs are happening, accelerating the process of turning ideas into reality to improve health and save lives,” Stanton said in a prepared statement. InnoVention will be a partnership between the UA’s College of Medicine—Phoenix, College of Engineering, Eller College of Management and McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship. It will provide a dedicated space, and program, for students to turn ideas into reality through devices, businesses or health policies. The center will be one of 13 school accelerators in the U.S. and will include laboratories, fabrication equipment and

business consulting services. Stanton said Phoenix is “proud to invest in the bio-sciences and innovation” and that they provide high-paying jobs in markets that continue to grow. Dr. Guy Reed, dean of the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Phoenix, said he is “grateful” for the support InnoVention has received from the City of Phoenix. “This will advance the mission of the Phoenix Biomedical Campus to translate scientific discoveries into new products, devices and algorithms which can improve the health of Arizonans, as well as to develop Phoenix into a center for a biomedical innovation to advance our economy,” Reed said in a statement. The Phoenix City Council unanimously approved $35,000 in seed money during a city council meeting on Feb. 21 to offer a twosemester InnoVention and Entrepreneurship in Medicine course. The money will support the costs of prototypes, staff mentoring of students and practical course curriculum. Dr. Frederic Zenhausern, a professor of basic medical sciences who will help lead InnoVention, said the center will be accessed by graduate students enrolled in the entrepreneurship and medicine course.

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He said the course will provide students with the opportunity to get training and experience in the “invention process, design and prototyping, as well as scale-up manufacturing and regulatory compliance processes.” Zenhausern said the course will include lectures and seminars with a major focus on InnoVention laboratory training.

Different aspects of entrepreneurial training for business development and possible corporate startup training will also be featured in the course. The program will select a cohort of about 12 students to be enrolled in the class. Zenhausern said InnoVention is targeting a start date in Fall 2018.

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ARTS & LIFE | ART COMMUNITY

Murals of the Tucson community The community, filled with artists of all backgrounds, comes together to brighten up neighborhoods with large scale art projects BY BAILEY ALLEN @DailyWildcat

Tucson Arts Brigade is kicking off spring with a call to artists from all backgrounds to take part in a three-day mural festival, dedicated to creating stories about culture through the arts. Artists and groups of all styles and experience levels are invited to work alongside TAB and residents of the historic Sugar Hill and Jefferson Park Neighborhoods, to gather stories and transform them into murals. TAB is a nonprofit, community mural arts and educational organization that specializes in offering youth, intergenerational and cross-cultural opportunities for civic and social engagement. They partner with the City of Tucson, the University of Arizona School of Art and other organizations to give opportunities to artists wanting to engage with the community. “Making connections and getting people involved is a key aspect to these projects,” said Michael Schwartz, TAB president. “Breaking down barriers between people and letting them into a community where all are welcome is important.” The organization, established in 1996, focuses on giving back to schools, neighborhoods, businesses and other non-profits and is “a national model for sustainable community development through the arts,” according to their website. The “Artists Call: Neighborhood Mural Festival” is intended to gather artists of all backgrounds to submit submissions for ideas on a set of murals for the Sugar Hill and Jefferson Park neighborhoods. Sugar Hill is a historic neighborhood, which now encompasses the El Cortez Heights, Feldman’s and Northwest neighborhoods. The area was home to many from Tucson’s African-American community, and is an area with diverse history and thriving culture. The idea for this mural is that it encompasses what the community represents. Submissions are open to everyone and are encouraged by TAB. UA students in the School of Art are taking part in this community engagement as well, and according to Schwartz, it is a “great way to get the opportunity to work with other artists and maintain that relationship between local artist organizations and the university.” Artists working on murals with TAB are supported by the Tucson Metro Chamber and the City of Tucson, both economically as well as through an increase in art representation in the city, according to Schwartz. “The work we do has to adhere to the city objectives, however, the individual neighborhoods we enter into have a large say as well to what art is displayed,” Schwartz said. TAB asks each neighborhood what they would like to see, and then they send out a call for artists who can complete that vision for the community. This gives local and younger artists experience doing commissioned work, Schwartz said. The School of Art has a long relationship with TAB and Schwartz, who is also an alum of the school. After the first set of murals went up in downtown Tucson, the school organized a panel discussion on campus that brought together some of the mural artists and city planners involved with the project. As planning began for the second round of murals, Colin Blakely, current director of the School of Art, and other faculty members provided feedback on planning and discussed the possibility of having students and faculty involved in creating the next group of murals. “The Tucson Arts Brigade mural project serves as an outstanding example of how the arts can connect with

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communities,” Blakely said. “[It] provides a unique and striking identity to a city.” Blakely encourages students and members of campus to volunteer with TAB or contribute to the mural projects because it builds a relationship with the art community. “It is just one example of the arts in Tucson and it is a project I am delighted to have the School of Art involved in,” Blakely said. Miss Hazard, a U.K. graffiti artist, illustrator and designer, has worked with TAB on their mural projects and believes “organizations like the Tucson Brigade are so important.” Her experience as an artist with TAB has provided her with a positive outlook on the effect of her art within the community. Continuing as a well-known artist in the U.K., she looks back at her experiences with TAB as a stepping stone in her career. “When you paint a surface, like a large building, it makes it relevant to the community,” Hazard said. “I understand how when people paint walls and surfaces that they are not supposed to, people may feel threatened or intimidated, whereas when you paint something like a mural its powerful and makes people feel proud of their own city.” According to Hazard, TAB listens to the community and makes sure that the people of the city or neighborhood are well represented with each mural. Hazard attended several community meetings before she started her mural, the “Bronx Wash” mural located at the intersection of E. Linden Street. and N. 4th Avenue. The elements she included in her ‘mark on Tucson’ included

trying to make her mural central to what she felt would embody the community. The Gila monster pattern and other elements within her work show the intentionality she took to create something the community would relate with. “I think from what I’ve seen in Tucson, the artwork is of such high quality it would be great to see more of it around the city and near the UA,” Hazard said. She said she remembers her interactions with Schwartz well, and hopes that TAB will continue working with the community and interacting with the city to paint more murals. She will also be returning to Tucson at the end of the year to continue her work. The artists are an important aspect to the mural progress, but students and community members who volunteer and work with the artists in the creative process are a key aspect to making the projects come together, Schwartz said. “We focus a lot on neighborhoods that the UA influences, knowing the UA School of Art has a lot of talented artists and wanting to bring the college community and the city community together,” Schwartz said. The “Artists Call: Neighborhood Mural Festival” is an open opportunity to all who are interested. Submissions are due April 2, 2018 and can be found at their website: http://www. tucsonartsbrigade.org For those who do not want to volunteer, there are other opportunities to help TAB by donating needed materials or money to help make the art possible.

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John Court named head coach After 19 years as an assistant coach of the Arizona gymnastics team, John Court finally received the reins as head coach for the 2018-2019 season. Court served as the interim head coach this season after former head coach Tabitha Yim left for Stanford and was named the team official head coach on March 7. During the 2017-18 season, Court led the team to many accomplishments, including a new school record on the balance beam of 49.525. “John has been an asset to Arizona gymnastics for 20 years, and we believe he is prepared to lead our program to new levels in the coming years,” Arizona athletic director Dave Heeke said to Arizona Athletics. Court also said he is prepared for the next step as a Wildcat and is grateful for being a part of the Arizona community. “I am looking forward to the future, that’s for sure,” Court said.

The end of a journey The 2018 season has come to an end, meaning saying goodbye to the three seniors: Kennady Schneider, Victoria Ortiz and Madison Cindric. Impacting the team in many ways during their time at Arizona, the three GymCats haven’t stopped tumbling and flipping throughout their four seasons. During the 2014-2015 season, they dominated the gym as freshman. After their first season, Arizona underwent a coaching change and brought on Tabitha Yim. Under her coaching for two seasons, the three of them continued to grow and learn new skills. In their final season as GymCats, they went through another coaching change, but this time it was someone they knew would make their final season memorable. This season, the three GymCats were able to grab ahold of new season and career highs. Schneider was able to tie all her career highs this season with a 9.925 on floor and 9.850 on the balance beam. Cindric hit new career highs on vault with a 9.875, balance beam with 9.950 and floor earning a 9.875. Ortiz wasn’t seen on her specialty, the uneven bars, in every meet this season, but still earned a season high of 9.900. Ortiz became a constant beam worker for the GymCats and was able to earn a career high during her senior year of 9.925.

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THE UA GYMNASTS BREAK before they head in to the second rotation during the Stanford meet on Jan. 11 in McKale Center in Tucson.

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ARIZONA’S MADDI LEYDIN JUMPS in the air while competing in the Pac-12 Women’s Gymnastics Championship in McKale Center on March 24 in Tucson.

2018 season highs Uneven Bars: The uneven bars were Arizona’s strongest event this season, and it showed in their scores. Arizona anchor, sophomore Christina Berg, was a reliable competitor when the ‘Cats were in need for high numbers. Since day one of being a Wildcat, Ortiz has specialized on bars, but this season fans saw less of her on the event. However, Ortiz was still able to flip her way to a solid 9.900 to finish her collegiate career. Arizona’s season high as a team was a 49.375, which was hit during the meet against Arkansas on March 2. Vault: Scores remained consistent through the season on vault for Arizona. The GymCats execution off the vault was strong, but their landing was a constant struggle. Unable to have solid landings, Arizona still found new high scores including freshman Peyton Bellows who earned career high of 9.950 during the meet against Utah on Jan. 26. Balance beam: Balance beam was the toughest event for the GymCats. Arizona was able to grab high scores on this event, including Cindric who earned a new career high of 9.950 and Courtney Cowles with 9.925. The event was the lowest-scoring event for Arizona until their meet against Arkansas when they set a new record on beam. Floor exercise: The Wildcats were always able to come to the floor with full energy. Throughout the season the GymCats executed their routines to their full potential. This event showed dominance from many of the GymCats including Schneider and Lauryn Mattson, who both earned season highs of 9.925. Freshmen Payton Bellows and Adra Parks became strong competitors on the floor throughout the season.

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PHOTOS BY JOSE TORO AND AMY BAILEY | THE DAILY WILDCAT

TOP LEFT: UA Gymnast Adra Parks performs her floor routine during the Arizona meet on March 9 in McKale Center in Tucson. BOTTOM LEFT: Arizona’s Madison Cindric smiles as she sticks her landing during the Pac-12 Women’s Gymnastics Championship in McKale Center on March 24 in Tucson. TOP RIGHT: Arizona’s Courtney Cowles concentrates while competing in Pac-12 Women’s Gymnastics Championship in McKale Center on March 24 in Tucson. BOTTOM MIDDLE: UA gymnast Victoria Ortiz performs her routine on the balance beam during the meet versus Utah on Jan. 26 in McKale Center in Tucson. BOTTOM RIGHT: The UA Gymnastics team gathers around the three UA Gymnastics seniors, Kennady Schneider, Victoria Ortiz, and Madison Cindric, as they hold their farewell gifts during the UA verus Stanford meet on Jan. 11 in McKale Center in Tucson.

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NEWS | MARCH FOR OUR LIVES

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MARTHA RETALLICK, A BICYCLIST who stopped along the protest route, raises her hand in support of the March for our Lives, March 24.

Tucson marchers call for stricter gun policy

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Their message was clear: “We want gun legislation, and we want it now.” The March For Our Lives protest spanned the nation, with thousands of protesters showing up for the Tucson march on March 24. Signs, flags and voices raised, the procession of marchers made its way from Jacome Plaza to the University of Arizona mall where gun violence survivors, students and state representatives shared their stories and opinions about gun regulation. The march was supposed “to host just a few hundred people,” according to event organizer Hannah DeSanto. Instead, thousands of people expressed their discontent with Congress and the seemingly nonexistent efforts to create legislation. Multiple issues were addressed by marchers in chants and through signs. Arming teachers? Bad idea. The NRA? “Hey hey, ho ho, they’ve got to go.” Student safety in schools? Debatable. Some marchers felt safe sending their kids to school, but others thought it was only a matter of time before their school became the next shooting location. “I do, I’m very optimistic,” said marcher Molly Griffis about if she felt safe sending her kids to school. “But then there’s an occurrence like Florida ... and I do, I have a little bit of fear. I feel that the schools that my kids attend are prepared, unfortunately. They have to be prepared because of what has occurred in the past several years. Sadly, I feel like my boys have fear going to school.” Some schools are ready for shooters by having lockdown procedures in place in the event of a shooting. Student Katie Mosley, 12, discussed “shutdown classroom protocol” in her math

class, where students had to take off a magnet that keeps their classroom door open and hide. “So a student goes over, peels off the magnet, and then runs to where they’re hiding,” Mosley said. “Take the magnet off, go hide, stay away from windows and doors.” Another purpose of this march was to make that reality not a reality anymore. At the UA mall, speakers shared their experience with gun violence. Among the speakers were family and friends of Christiana Duarte, a UA alumna who was killed in the Las Vegas shooting at the Route 91 Harvest music festival. “After we lost Christie, it was one of those things that you think about when you see these mass shootings,” said Jessica Hopkins, one of the event organizers. “It’s far away, it doesn’t affect you or anybody you love.” According to Hopkins, if gun control is not fixed, every American will be victim of gun violence to some degree. “I don’t want that to happen because I don’t want anyone to feel what I’ve been feeling these past five months,” said Hopkins. Next to Hopkins was a large white sign with names written in a circle. “Here are all victims’ names of school shootings since Columbine and bigger mass shootings,” DeSanto said. “We’re here because we don’t want any more names on this list.” The March For Our Lives protest ended, but more marches are already planned. On April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine shooting, there will be another national school walkout. On the March For Our Lives website, a parting message reads “You Marched. Now We Fight For Our Lives.” Communities are expected to continue to fight for gun regulations and safer schools, with the hope that Parkland never happens again.

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Chants filled the air and marchers flooded the streets during the March For Our Lives protest Saturday, March 24, calling for attention to gun control and safety in schools

The Daily Wildcat • 21 TOP LEFT: Protestors hold signs stating “Hunting Season is Over” and “No More Silence, End Gun Violence,” during the March For Our Lives rally March 24. (Photo by Cyrus Norcross) TOP RIGHT: A father stands with his child in front of the SUMC with a sign that asks how much his child’s life is worth to politicians. (Photo by Rocky Baier) LEFT CENTER: The Florida flag is raised on the UA Mall in remembrance of the 17 victims at the school shooting in Parkland, Florida during the March For Our Lives protest March 24. (Photo by Cyrus Norcross) RIGHT CENTER: Three children walk down Fourth Avenue, all holding a “Stop gun violence now” sign. (Photo by Rocky Baier) BOTTOM LEFT: In reference to “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot,” a girl holds her hands up as she marches out of Jacome Plaza at the March For Our Lives protest. (Photo by Rocky Baier) BOTTOM RIGHT: Molly Griffis, a mother of two boys, holds a sign that says “Protect Kids Not Guns.” “I march for my kids, I march for all future kids, I march for teachers,” Griffis said. “There’s no place for fear and for hate and for weapons in a school.” (Photo by Rocky Baier)

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My top five highlights while covering Wildcat hockey SPORTS EDITOR BY RACHEL HUSTON @mirachelonice

t’s now been a few weeks since Arizona’s hockey season was cut short by No. 1 Minot State in the American Collegiate Hockey Association National Tournament, so now the waters have calmed, I’ve been able to assemble my thoughts on a season that seems like a distant memory. My first ever beat will go down as the 2017–18 Wildcat hockey team, and it was the best choice I could have made. While the team and several players had career performances, there were things happening off the ice that made my experience more meaningful than just those events alone. Of all the events that took place this season, I narrowed them down to my top-five favorite memories of the as the beat writer. 5. Being the only writer on the beat For most every other beat on the desk, there were two writers — except for hockey. It was just me. Knowing there was no one else to cover the team gave me motivation and a boost in my step when covering it. Having the majority of bylines in the hockey section of the site was, for a lack of a better phrase, really cool. I was the expert on the team I had some fellow writers on the desk (Cory Kennedy and Max Cohen) help out on game days, which made coverage on those days absolutely incredible, but with their own beats to carry, hockey was my baby. I could shape and mold that beat into what it needed and that was an amazing feeling. 4. Publishing an Adobe Spark on stats I’ll hardly ever admit it, even though it’s quite obvious, but numbers interest me. Especially in a field like sports, where there’s so much room for speculation, numbers can save the day. My favorite piece to write while on the desk was a piece about faceoffs

and shots in the December series against ASU presented in an Adobe Spark format. It was the start of me growing into the stat geek I always believed I would become. Having the opportunity with The Daily Wildcat to post something that explains stats in a creative way was something I am very grateful for. 3. Goalie fight Set aside the fact that I got to see an illusive goalie fight, and focus on the fact that the incident was one picked up by international news sites. I remember when one of my friends texted me a link to an Instagram video from Canada’s TSN. The video was my video of the tilt, and it had over 100,000 views. At this point, it’s nearly broken 250,000. I can’t believe the audacity of TSN to not offer me a job after producing content that got more views than Maple Leafs content. I’m joking of course, but it still makes my top moments on the beat. 2. Traveling to Oceanside and AZ Ice Peoria This season for me was about learning where I belonged covering the hockey world. The trips I took to Phoenix, covering the team close up, were prime examples of learning college hockey is where I want to be. These two rinks were unlike anything I’d ever experienced. I’ve been in the middle of the United Center crowds, cheering on the Blackhawks, but even that didn’t compare to the feeling I got when I stood by the boards, bundled up in AZ Ice and Oceanside. That feeling of being one of a couple hundred there for the game was magical. There’s no words to describe the feeling you get when you can sit in the stands of an arena with a stat sheet in your hand and imagine yourself doing that for the rest of your life. 1. Making a difference As a journalist, not much feels better than recognition; as the writer for a small beat, I was fortunate enough to stumble upon that. As someone trying to find their way into the operations side of hockey, that was something that made me smile.

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Bringing comedy to campus, one laugh at a time BY GABBY MIX @DailyWildcat

Comedy Corner, the nation’s oldest college sketch and improvisation comedy group, is spreading the laughter with their weekly on-campus performances and upcoming improv workshop. The student-run group not only allows students to improve their improvisational skills, but it also creates a “second family” for its members. According to Comedy Corner President Rebecca Wendler, the club is “kind of like your best friends getting together and just hanging out, but is also really rewarding to get to perform weekly for a bunch of different people.” With rehearsals twice a week, and a show every Wednesday night at 8:30 p.m. in the Modern Languages 350, the troupe spends a lot of time together. “I made a bunch of friends, which I think is one of the most important parts, but I’ve also gained a lot of knowledge of improv and just speaking in public in general,” said secretary Joe Breitweiser. Although the club’s members enjoy hanging out during rehearsals, they also use the time to enhance their techniques. “Everything we do is spur of the moment, but we have rehearsals to hone in on our skills,” Wendler said. The group is directed by Ben Weinstein, a UA

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alumnus. Aside from performing himself, Weinstein also runs the shows and rehearsals. Comedy Corner shows last approximately an hour and a half and consist mainly of improv games. The group also asks for suggestions from the audience. This allows for an interactive show that changes from week to week, and also forces the performers to think quickly. “[They] learn how to keep a conversation going and learn how to perform better,” Wendler said.

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The club holds auditions yearly and sometimes biannually for any UA student who is interested in joining. Typically, members who are asked to join the club stay on the team throughout their college careers. Some of the older members hold leadership positions, like Wendell and Breitweiser, through which they help guide newer members, including Clark Penado who joined in fall 2017. “I had never done improv before — I’m a computer science dude personally — so it’s an interesting experience,” Penado said. Penado was drawn to the friendly atmosphere of Comedy Corner at a club fair and decided to supplement his passion for computer science with some improvisation. “Besides just the aspects of the comedy and the performing, we’re really a family over at Comedy Corner. It’s turned into sort of a lifestyle that we live together — we’re more than just a team,” Penado said. The club members are excited to share their passion with the UA community at their first-ever Open Improv Workshop. The event is April 16 at 7 p.m. in the Student Union Memorial Center, and is open to anyone who wants to try their hand at improv. “If you’re considering it, try it out. Improv is something everyone does on a daily basis, you might as well give it a try and have some fun with it yourself,” Penado said.

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Burling came to Tucson due to Walker’s recruitment efforts. Going over 1500 miles away from home can be a difficult adjustment to make for a college student-athlete. However, Burling adapted quickly and many of her closest friends are part of the beach volleyball team. Arizona beach volleyball sophomore Brooke Burling has been an important “My freshman year gave me three best friends, and my relationships with them piece of the puzzle for the Sand Cats’ success over the past two years. have helped me become more successful,” Burling said. Burling had her eyes on Arizona’s beach volleyball team ever since the team’s She played her freshman season with current junior Mia Mason. Mason and inception six years ago when she was in the eighth grade. Her mother played Burling are partners again this season and Burling said she enjoys everything collegiate volleyball, but after having kids, she decided to quit playing court about it. volleyball and pick up beach volleyball back home in Chicago. “I love playing with someone who wants to win as badly as I do,” Burling said. “It was always a treat for me and my sisters to go tag along and watch my mom This season, the ‘Cats are ranked in the top-25 in the country, which has play in the sand,” Burling said. Burling and the rest of the team more When Burling started to pick up the motivated than ever. sport herself, she was introduced to court “This year, we really want to win those big volleyball first. However, during the We have the fire to win some huge games ...” games and we’re super excited to do so. I summers, Burling’s mother and her friends think that our team has some amazing talent would teach her the sand version. She BROOKE BURLING | BEACH VOLLEYBALL PLAYER that can perform under pressure. I know we grew up playing indoor club volleyball, can do it,” Burling said. but enjoyed beach volleyball during the Being a sophomore on the team means summers. something different for Burling. With age comes different expectations for a In eighth grade, Burling heard the news about Arizona’s formation of a beach player. For Burling and her sophomore class, she says it is imperative that they volleyball program, and at that moment she had a newfound dream: to one day develop their leadership skills now as they become upperclassman next year. play for that program. Last year served as a transition year for Burling. However, this year, she knows “When you see your college and get that feeling … that’s what I had, since the that her role on the team is different and she has accepted it. She is looking eighth grade,” Burling said. forward to helping carry the Sand Cats to the NCAA Tournament in Gulf Shores, Upon entering high school, Burling shifted her focus from indoor volleyball to Alabama this year as the No. 3 ranked pair on the team with Mason. beach volleyball, where she started to spend the majority of her time. “We have the fire to win some huge games, and that is what is going to get us to “During the summers, I would come out to California to train and play. That’s NCAA’s this year,” Burling said. where [coach] Steve [Walker] found out about me,” Burling said.

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Wednesday, March 28 - Tuesday, April 3, 2018

OPINION

Military-university relationship is mutually beneficial COLUMNIST ERIC ROSHAK @DailyWildcat

he stigma that has begun to ingrain itself among many individuals in the United States, and particularly on university campuses, regarding the military members or the institution of the American military is disconcerting. Conversely, animosity does not develop in a vacuum, and there is naturally a reaction to this distrust and misunderstanding by military personnel. Simply, there appears to be a chronic set of misinformation disbursed between typically left-leaning academics and typically right-leaning members of the military. This, of course, is a generalization that is likely the ultimate root of the disparity we see. The fact of the matter is, these two parties ought not find themselves at odds with one another. There is far too much overlap between these two institutions — recognized or not — that is beneficial to the cultivation of a safer population and cleaner, swifter and more

effective military. First, it is no secret that the political climate at most American university campuses tends to dawn a liberal flare. That’s not a derogatory comment, or even a bad thing. It’s reasonable that students look to ideals and attempt to seek avenues of change, if not at university then following their studies and into their careers. The world needs innovators, both social and technological. What the world does not need are scores of zealous, and often misinformed, individuals with notions of government conspiracy or anti-military sentiment. Criticism ought to be welcomed concerning all topics, including military spending or war, but in an objective, fair and realistic manner. The necessity of militaries is often underscored by several historical and current events. The conflicts in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan, in addition to their long duration and at times controversial motivations, have led many on the young left to completely abandon the idea of a useful fighting force, which the U.S. military is. Essentially, much of this friction is being caused because of disregard for objective military necessity. We ought not throw the baby out with the bathwater in this case.

Adjusting war focus or resizing military priorities are reasonable means of going about changing American policy and will likely change with elections and administrations. The two institutions can — and do — coexist and even help one another. A good portion of weapons research is conducted at universities or produce qualified professionals who will work on military technologies. Universities produce military officers themselves through robust Reserve Officer Training Corps programs from which cadets will become military professionals. OK, so what’s the problem? The issue lies in the fact that we as Americans should not blame servicemembers for the actions of policymakers and, primarily, understand that, while the reality of our military size and scope may seem excessive to many, we must not forget these service people represent the United States and fight on its behalf — clearly. Lest we forget that many threats still remain or have sprouted in the past several decades. The North Korean regime and its slow but sure acquisition of nuclear weapons capable of destroying American cities or those of our allies seems like a bluff considering the ramifications to the North, yet it still continues to be an issue. Also, China’s and Russia’s increasingly hostile attitudes toward their neighbors, and beyond,

makes them considerations in this controversy, as well. The necessity of a large military must be accepted to repel potential attacks. There is nevertheless a clear and present argument for the way the military operates at the political level. The military-industrial complex, for example, is a point worthy of criticism. That doesn’t make it realistic, or even right, but it is an academic discussion that has potential influence on the means and success of international militaries. Long-term Middle Eastern involvement is worth discussing and changing; military efficiency, Guantanamo Bay scores of other topics are perfectly reasonable issues to debate. It is not perfectly reasonable to deny the people the ability to challenge or be upset with military action and conversely react in such a way that would weaken the relationship between the academic world and military environments. They often depend on one another to remain secure and on the cutting edge. — Eric Roshak is a political science and law major who is interested in the current civilian-military relationship.

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Wednesday, March 28 - Tuesday, April 3, 2018

OPINION

Don’t leave a zero, be gracious with gratuity COLUMNIST

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some of us are responsible for our own education. It is hard getting stiffed, even out of a lousy dollar, when it happens roughly 25 percent of the time. This needs to be addressed. Not for just for me, but for everyone working in the service industry. Obviously not as abrasively as this column, even though we would all like to call ‘em out as we see it. But we gotta be “nice.” I will be like, “Oh, actually you need to fill out all of the lines.” AKA, this is not acceptable. Nice try you almost turd. Sometimes people come to their senses and will at least leave a dollar even though that is still kind of rude on a $18 order. Something is better than nothing, though. Always! Some people actually have enough nerve to write zero. That heinous “0.” They know they are human garbage as eye contact is avoided and the receipt is handed over face down. Seriously? Homie just spent $10 on bullshit, and you can’t even spare a few bucks for the nearly two-mile, one-way journey I just made to your doorstep, even though there is a vehicle in the driveway with a monthly payment that is more than I will make in the entire month. Once again, maybe it is a matter of innocent arrogance. Probably not, but maybe it’s actually not common knowledge that waiters, bartenders and delivery drivers almost always make below minimum wage because they rely on tips to make up the difference. People who work in the industry never treat others like that. Maybe the problem is that most of these non-tippers have never worked a day in their lives. Sure, the broke college kid struggle is very real. Nobody knows it better than the students who are actually working for their own money. If you are struggling that much, even after all that cheap vodka and Keystone, that you cannot spare a

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SPORTS | BASEBALL

Like father, like son Matt Fraizer and his father share a bond with the game of baseball

BY SYRENA TRACY @syrena_tracy

The close bond between a father and his son is something Arizona baseball player Matt Fraizer knows well. It wouldn’t be a stretch of the imagination to say baseball flows through the veins of both Fraizer and his father. Fraizer learned how to swing a bat before being able to walk with the help of his father. His father, Terance, played collegiate baseball at Fresno State and then went on to play professionally for the Oakland Athletics in 1992, and his experience has given his son guidance through his time playing baseball. “I grew up playing baseball my whole life because of my dad. My dad played baseball in college, then professionally with the [Oakland Athletics]. Growing up, I was just always around baseball,” Fraizer said. With a father who had a journey through baseball, many would assume the son would be forced to play the game, but that wasn’t the case for Fraizer. His father always made sure to not be too hard on him or his brother, Jacob, because he didn’t want to lose the love for the fame. “Growing up, he always told me I didn’t have to play baseball, but if I liked it I could play,” Fraizer said. “I had the choice, and I always loved it, so I grew up playing it. I just grew a passion for the sport, so it just stuck with me.” Preparing for the opportunities that were ahead, Fraizer’s father would often take the time to help him if he was struggling with any aspect of the game, whether it be his swing or even his mentality. The Fresno, California native eventually went on to play high school baseball at Clovis North. There, he was ranked the No. 38 player in California by Perfect Game as he hit .392 as a senior with six doubles, four triples, 27 runs scored, seven stolen bases and 12 RBI. Fraizer’s hard work and dedication to the sport paid off as he was selected in the 38th round by the Oakland Athletics in the 2016 Major League Baseball Draft. Coincidence? “I’m not so sure. I think a little had to do with that because my dad played with the A’s and he knew people in the organization,” Fraizer said. “I think there might have been some ties and they picked me up.” But Fraizer knew he couldn’t jump on the opportunity of going into the big leagues right away. Making the decision between professional baseball or going to play college ball is never easy, but Fraizer had his father to help guide him once more.

“My dad definitely helped me with the decision because he always told me, ‘Baseball may not always work in the end, so you should always get a degree’, which he has,” Fraizer said. Needing to mature more as a player after high school, Fraizer decided to hold off with going professional and took the collegiate route like his father. Fraizer committed to the University of Arizona baseball team in 2015 and made his debut as a Wildcat in 2017 in right field. “I don’t think I was fully ready out of high school, but coming here [Arizona], I knew I had a better chance of going further and becoming the player I can be,” Fraizer said. “So I thought coming to college was the better idea.” Arizona head coach Jay Johnson saw something in Fraizer when he recruited him and knew he would become a great player, but it was just a matter of when. Fraizer made 32 appearances with four starts during his freshman year, batting a .300 in conference play. “We had two All-Conference outfielders out there last year [2017], and we were one of the best offensive teams in the country last year,” Johnson said. “I wish we could’ve given him more time on the field, but you can start to see it, after these first couple weeks, that development has really taken shape and he is going to be a big part of our team this year and next year.” Johnson has grown a relationship with the Fraizer family and got to know Terance during the recruiting process. “I think Matt has a chance to be a superstar,” Johnson said. “He had a lot of options, and he chose Arizona. I’ve developed a good bond with Matt and his whole family. I’m a Northern California guy, so I like my Northern California guys. “ “Last year, it was a huge learning experience for me, watching a lot of the older guys,” Fraizer said. “Picking up parts and bits of the game and learning from them — it was tough, but I definitely learned a lot from it. I think it has helped me now to be a better every day player.” With the hopes that baseball leads him to his future goals, Fraizer has a backup plan just in case playing professionally doesn’t work out. “My father played baseball for three or four years professionally and couldn’t really make a full living off of it, so he uses his degree,” Fraizer said. “So go to college, get a degree and play pro ball after, so you can have something to fall back on.” And Fraizer’s fallback plan is to once again follow his father’s path.

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“I would probably follow in the footsteps of my dad and become a real estate developer, and then maybe do some coaching or scouting on the side,” Fraizer said. Now in his second year as a Wildcat, Fraizer is out on the field as a full-time

starter and is batting .227 so far during the 2018 season. Fraizer continues to grow as a player and has his father to guide him along his journey. “My dad is why I am where I am today, it’s because of him,” Fraizer said.