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Head football coach dismissed and replaced FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018
VOL . 85 ISSUE 10
Defensive coordinator promoted to head coach ASU dismissed head football coach Will Wagner on Saturday, Nov. 3 after the Rams earned a win over Eastern New Mexico University and immediately replaced him. The university named Jeff Girsch as head coach to succeed Wagner. Girsch was the defensive coordinator for the Rams. He is now head coach going into his fifth year at ASU. “Coach Girsch has been an outstanding leader and defensive coach for us since he joined Angelo State in 2014,” said James Reid, ASU director of athletics. “We look for him to bring those leadership skills to the entire Rams football team.” Reid said the staff met with Wagner over the weekend and informed him of their decision. “We wish Will [Wagner] the very best,” Reid said. “We are grateful for his dedication to our athletics program and the lives of our students.” Wagner came to ASU in 2011 after 11 seasons as assistant coach at Northwest Missouri State University. Wagner started the 2018 football season with a 42-36 overall record at ASU. His record for this season was 6-4 after Saturday’s game. “We appreciate Coach Wagner for bringing a fresh approach to Rams football eight years ago,” Dr. Brian May, president of ASU, said. “He made valuable contributions to our football program and championed the overall success of our student-athletes.”
Girsch led a defensive unit in 2017 that received four Lone Star Conference first-team selections and was ranked second in the conference. “Jeff Girsch coached some outstanding athletes to very successful results since he has been here,” Reid said. “Experience shows that he knows how to recruit and lead the Rams to a great future.” The Rams’ defense allowed only 22.5 points per game in 2017, holding opposing quarterbacks to 211.6 yards per game and opposing rushers to 136.8 yards. In 2016, Girsch’s defense finished first in the Lone Star Conference and fifth in the nation in total defense, scoring defense, sacks, opponents’ first downs and opponents’ thirddown percentage. Girsch coached at St. Ambrose University for 18 years, his last six as the defensive coordinator and assistant head coach, before he came to ASU. He was named the Mid-States Football Association’s Assistant Football Coach of the Year in 2008. Girsch coached over 50 all-conference players and five All-Americans and was a part of seven MSFA Conference Championships at St. Ambrose. His defense finished in the top 25 in scoring five of his six years as the coordinator, highlighted by a No. 2 finish in 2009 and a No. 5 finish in 2011.
Rosanna Aguilera, editor-in-chief
Photo by Pam Belcher: Will Wagner speaks about future plans at a press conference in 2011. Wagner was relieved of his position Nov. 3, 2018.
Title IX presents domestic violence Students honor lost loved ones awareness for Dia de los Muertos AMAS and Multiculural Affairs celebrate Mexican culture by providing activites for students The Association of Mexican-American Students and Multicultural Affairs celebrated Dia de Los Muertos on Nov. 1-2 in the Houston Harte University Center. The Day of the Dead, known in Mexico as Dia de los Muertos, is a two-day holiday that honors the spirits of the deceased. “Dia de los Muertos means more than just painting your face with sugar skulls,” Jennifer Sauceda, senior, said. “It means celebrating the life and amazing things they have done for you. My favorite tradition is leaving food out for the deceased because it is comforting to know they are still around in your heart.” AMAS served pozole while they discussed Dia de Los Muertos traditions with attendees. Attendees were also able to paint picture frames, calaveras and keychains for an altar. Traditionally, relatives visit graves and build private altars that resemble elaborate shrines for their deceased loved ones. The altars can be erected in the home or at the gravesites themselves. “My grandmother passed away and we did the frame for her,” said Erika Baeza, director of multicultural and student activities programs. “Placing it on the altar was sad, but there was a peace of mind to it.” Baeza said that even though Dia de los Muertos is not a largely celebrated holiday in the United States, it is gaining more popularity.
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Photo by Axel Marcenaro: Lainey Harris, freshman, wears her Dia de los Muertos makeup to fall fest. Many students on campus wore special makeup to class for the holiday.
“Dia de los Muertos means a lot to me because of the value it brings to the Mexican culture such as honoring loved ones through various activities,” senior Tatiana Torres said. The Association of Mexican-American Students engages in projects that are considered to be in the best interests of the Mexican-American students who attend ASU and the overall Mexican-American community of San Angelo, Texas. Projects include assisting Mexican-American students to adjust to the academic and social aspects of college life, emphasizing the study and appreciation of Mexican-American contributions to American society, encouraging group unity among Mexican-American students, and much more.
Students learn about warning signs of an unhealthy relationship Sydney Faison, staff writer The Office of Title IX Compliance presented a dating violence awareness program on Oct. 31 in the Houston Harte University Center. The organizers of the event aimed to educate students on early warning signs of dating violence that may be present in unhealthy relationships. A few students performed scenarios that demonstrated examples of manipulation, threats, control actions and distribution of explicit photos. “If people are going through any of the scenarios we performed, I want them to know that there are people who will help them out,” Kaylor Reiter, sophomore, said. Morgan Jupiter, junior, wrote the script and helped plan the event. Representatives of Title IX said they want students and faculty to report anything regarding sexual harassment, gender discrimination, sexual assault, domestic, dating and interpersonal violence, public indecency, sexual exploitation and stalking. “We are here to help and support students with their needs so that they can continue to be well-equipped students,” Michelle Boone, director of Title IX, said. “When we see more prevalent issues on campus, we do programs to help educate the student population on what is going on.” The Office of Title IX Compliance will present an interactive escalation film workshop on Nov. 7 from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Vista Verde Room in the Plaza Verde clubhouse. “There are people who actually care to help,” sophomore Emma Oaks said. “It may be hard to speak up, but in the end, there are people who will genuinely help someone in need.” Title IX addresses all violations that are reported through a formal process. If you or someone you know is involved in a relationship where dating violence is occurring, contact the Title IX office at 325-942-2022. Complaints can be filed through the Title IX web page or by visiting the Title IX office in Room 200 of the Mayer Administration Building. You can also talk to a counselor at the Counseling Center or call ASU’s 24-hour crisis helpline at 325-4866345. Both options are confidential. If you feel you’re in immediate danger, notify the ASU Police Department at 325-942-2071.
NEWS 2 SGA prepares for last Fall Fest showcases student organizations
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meeting of 2018
Students attend campus celebration to de-stress
Sophia Gravatt, staff writer
Student Government Association discusses new bills and opportunities Sydney Faison, staff writer
Photo by Axel Marcenaro: Diana Cervantez, junior, and Seciah Quezada, sophomore, paint pumpkins under the Pavillion. Along with painting, students were able to mingle with organizations, dance, eat and even ride a mechanical bull.
Photo by Axel Marcenaro: A representative of Shannon Clinic discusses the need for more counselors on campus. Shannon’s goal is to have about one counselor for every 1,500 students.
The Student Government Association discussed new bills and welcomed special guests at the senate meeting on Nov. 5 in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center. Bill No. 90.08 proposed to allocate $250 to the Ram Family Student Endowment Committee. The Ram Family Student Endowment Committee had requested $250 from the overall committee budget to help fund fundraising activities. The money raised will help students with financial needs by increasing the amount of the endowment fund. Bill No. 90.09 proposed that the SGA would recognize and express gratitude toward Rep. K. Michael Conaway for taking the opportunity to speak and answer questions from the student body of ASU. The members said they appreciated him taking time from his bust schedule to do so. Special guests from Shannon Clinic spoke about the services that are offered. The clinic workers said diagnostic services are free, but prescriptions may not be covered. “The story we have to tell you about health services is tremendous,” David Rosipal of Shannon said. “We are accountable to all of you,” Mark Rehm, director of counseling services, discussed the statistics of counseling services and mental health at ASU. He said counseling services has plans to implement mental health software for those who may not want face to face counseling. Sara Lamog, VISTA project manager, discussed the opportunities AmeriCorps offers. “If current students or recent graduates are looking to get their foot in the door at an organization that aligns with their career goals, then there are endless possibilities with this program,” Lamog said. The Transportation Committee encouraged students to like their Facebook page and follow their Twitter account @asurides. SGA also discussed the following upcoming events: A diabetes awareness walk will be held on Nov. 14 at Kirby Community Park. The Ram Family Scholarship Committee will host a dunking booth on Nov. 16. The Special Events Committee said the Christmas tree lighting will take place on Nov. 27 from 5-9 p.m. Email sga@angelo.edu for questions or concerns about campus life.
Students gathered at the Pavilion on Nov. 1 to take part in various activities at the annual Fall Fest celebration. “Fall Fest is an event where we team up with other student organizations and have them host activities,” Emily Banda, student programs and activities coordinator, said. “We just celebrate the season. Students are recovering from homecoming, holidays and midterms, this is just a way for them to kick back, have fun and eat some food.” Students enjoyed music, free t-shirts and food at the festival. Activities included a mechanical bull, pumpkin painting and an area for students to take fall-themed pictures with friends. “We also have students that are showcasing their own talent,” Banda said. “Some students wanted to perform, and we have a stage, so they can go up there and sing if they want.” A variety of organizations were present for the festival, including UCPC, AMAS, Rambelle Rugby, the Political Science Association and
Kappa Sigma. Fall Fest provides an opportunity for organizations to showcase what they do within their clubs, Banda said. “My favorite part was hanging out with everybody and eating the food that the organizations had,” senior Shannon Franklin said. Seciah Quezada, sophomore, said she went to Fall Fest because she is an officer for AMAS and the club wanted to be a part of it. She also wanted to hang out with other students and have a good time, she said. Diany Gomez, sophomore, said she went to the festival because she is a part of UCPC. She said she enjoyed being with her friends and that her favorite part was taking pictures with them. “I came to Fall Fest because I saw a flyer for it and my friends and I wanted something to do after classes,” senior Rachel Boezinger said. “We came here to de-stress and enjoy some food and listen to music. I’m enjoying it a lot so far. It’s really cool.”
Rams close out senior day game with a victory ASU takes down ENMU in final home game
Rosanna Aguilera, editor-in-chief
Photo by Ian Saint: Tyrese Nathan, sophomore, rushes 2 yards through the A gap to get the touchdown. Nathan had 24 carries for a total of 64 rushing yards.
The ASU Rams football team won its Senior Day game on Saturday, Nov. 3 against the Eastern New Mexico University Greyhounds. ASU finished with 34 points while holding its opponent to 17. Quarterback Payne Sullins completed 19 of 30 passes for a total of 293 yards. He also rushed the ball a career-high 22 times for 92 yards, leading the offense. Donavyn Jackson, sophomore, forced a fumble in the opening drive of the game, which gave ASU the ball. The Rams took the ball down the field, then Sullins threw a jump ball to wide receiver Keke Chism. The sophomore tipped the ball up to himself to make a catch and scored to get an early lead for the Rams. Chism’s touchdown was the only score of the first quarter. However, ENMU got on the board with a punt block to start the second quarter. Sophomore Tyrese Nathan got the next touchdown for the Rams on the next drive. The Greyhounds tied the game, but the Rams
got the ball back with a few minutes left in the half. Sullins moved the chains down the field and completed another touchdown pass to junior Lawson Ayo, which gave ASU the lead going into half time. Junior Conner Flanigan got more points for ASU when he hit a 23-yard field goal with over 11 minutes left in the third quarter. The Greyhounds responded with a field goal as well, but this was the last time they scored. ASU’s defense held their opponents off for the remainder of the game. Sophomore Hunter Kyle led the defense with 15 tackles. Markus Jones had 10 tackles with five for loss. The senior also had one sack, which tied the ASU single-season record. Sophomore Leddy French II also finished with double-digit tackles. The Rams would go on to score one more touchdown and another field goal from Flanigan. The Rams have one more regular-season game against Texas A&M-Commerce on Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. in Commerce, Texas.
OPINION 3 I choose you Rosanna Aguilera
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Isaac is the kindest, sweetest, most selfless person I have ever met and not to mention, the most handsome man I know. I can’t believe I’ve found someone that loves me so fully. I do believe in my heart that God has put us together and that I am supposed to marry this man. Recently, Isaac gave me a promise ring, which is a promise that he will marry me someday. I know we are “young,” but I have never believed that you can’t know love at a young age. Honestly, I think our families are just waiting for us to be engaged. We know we won’t have a wedding until we can afford an open bar because we wouldn’t do that to our friends and family. I just wanted to say a little thankyou to Isaac as well: Isaac, thank you for coming into my life and being the best boyfriend I could ever ask for. Thank you for loving me so much and for always taking care of me. Thank you for always putting God first. I am so blessed to have a such godly man like you in my life. Thank you for everything you do for me. I wish there were something I could do or say to show you how much you mean to me, but nothing could possibly express just how much I love you.
Word of warning: this column might come off as sappy to some readers. I have been with my boyfriend, Isaac, for almost a year and he means everything to me. I know it’s cliché to say that he is my best friend, but it’s the truth. We are constantly laughing and having fun. We both have an odd sense of humor, so we work well together. I have known him for a while now and I still get butterflies when he walks into a room. We spend a lot of time together and we never get tired of being with each other.
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80A and purple 87A durometers. They were the largest wheels Orangatang made until the Caguamas were introduced, which dethroned the Kegels as beach master. These massive wheels measure 85 millimeters and can be found in orange 80A and purple 87A durometers, as well. Both wheels were also available in a limited edition blue 77A durometer, which could potentially become part of Orangatang’s permanent lineup in the future. I personally own blue 77A Caguamas and orange 80A Kegels. The Kegels are a square-lip, downhill wheel that make for a killer cruiser. Its sharp lip means it holds a tight line around a sharp corner. Caguamas are the new king of sidewalk surfing, though. The huge 85-millimeter diameter means it laughs at cracks, rocks, sticks and other debris that would normally spell disaster for smaller wheels. Even curbs can’t stop these wheels. Unlike the Kegels, the Caguamas have a rounded lip, which is preferable for commuting and flying down sidewalks as they have less of a propensity to catch an edge. Both wheels make for a smooth ride and would be a great upgrade to any board. Be safe and send it!
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We’re all faced with the problem of commuting, but what is the best way to do it? In my opinion, it’s longboarding. However, there is more to longboarding than just the board itself. What’s between you and the ground matters more than you would think. Enter Orangatang’s largest wheels: the Kegels and the Caguamas. Kegels come rolling in at a whopping 80 millimeters and are available in both orange
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Events Calendar Friday 11/9
Sunday 11/11
Tuesday 11/13
Wednesday 11/14
*Veterans Day Luncheon 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. UC
*Women’s Basketball vs Sul Ross State University 3-5 p.m. Junell Center
*International Education Week Celebration 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. UC
Saturday 11/10
Monday 11/12
*International Issues Panel Discussion 2-3 p.m. Academic Building- Room 004
*Official Ring Ceremony 10 a.m. C.J. Davidson
*The Basics of Marketing and Branding *Psychology Undergraduate 6 - 8:30 p.m. Business Resource Center Exit Exam 4 p.m. Vincent Building- Room *Test Drive the Robot 6 - 8 p.m. 291 LeGrand Alumni and Visitors Center
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“One of the good things about living off campus is you get to be more independent and learn how to adult.” -Camille Poffinbarger junior
Thursday 11/15
*Guest Lecture: Kyle Longley, Director of LBJ Presidential Library 7 p.m. LeGrand Alumni and Visitors Center
Question: What’s the best part of living off campus?
“My favorite thing about living off campus is that I have my own room and I can cook and do laundry all from my home.” -Celeste Huerta sophomore
“I like having my own freedom to live how I please. Have family come stay with me, have my own kitchen, my stove, my own oven. Stuff like that.” -Corbin Stevens senior
“My favorite thing about living off campus is that ... at home, you’re just a lot more relaxed and you can just chill and do your homework in a non-stressful environment.” -Luke Smetana freshman
FEATURE 4 Non-profit organization provides Student
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opportunities and growth for women AAUW empowers females on campus
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Photo by Ian Saint: The American Association of University Women met this week in their first meeting on ASU’s campus. They discussed upcoming events such as the upcoming election and the candidates on the ballot.
The American Association of University Women held a meeting on Nov. 1 that focused on a future conference to mentor and empower female students. AAUW is a non-profit organization that provides women with leadership opportunities and fosters personal and professional growth. The program encourages women on college campuses to come together and create a foundation of trust between one another. “[Our goal is] To gather women for encouragement to network and build support system for women faculty, staff and students,” Dr. Gabriela Serrano, co-chair, said. Dr. Erin Ashworth-King, co-chair, said AAUW’s mentor program encourages women to express their thoughts and gain support from the other members. “Things they worry about or feel uncomfortable talking with people in their departments is pretty important in our shared experience of women,” Ashworth-King said. The women involved said it is beneficial to have informative conversations as it allows them to gain confidence and emotional foundation. It also helps with real-life scenarios. “We’ve had some talks on how to balance things,”
said Dr. Heather Lehto, physics and geosciences assistant professor. “We had women’s conferences that helped to provide some support for women across campus.” Faculty members decided two years ago for AAUW to be on campus, so women can bond with one another when they are not preoccupied with school. “I only get in my office and I don’t see other people,” said Dr. Nicole Lozano, psychology and sociology assistant professor. “So, being able to see somebody I don’t regularly see is really nice.” The AAUW wants students to get involved with their organization on campus and share the experience with other women. “This year, we want to look to doing more and mentoring students to be able to work and even present at the conference,” Ashworth-King said. The association plans to create a partnership with the San Angelo Family Shelter, Ashworth-King said. They also want to raise donations for families who do not have necessities for the winter. The AAUW has distributed flyers around campus, but students can also go to their website or contact AAUW@angelo.edu for more information.
Men’s Volleyball Club looks forward to nationals Members speak about why they joined the organization
Sophia Gravatt, staff writer
Couples who vote together, stay together.
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I went out and voted and you should too! Photo contributed by Hunter Linkhart: The Men’s Volleyball Club posed for a picture after a win at the UT Rec Center. The team competed in three tournaments this semester at UT, UNT and Texas A&M.
The Men’s Volleyball Club discussed tournaments and the club as a whole as it concludes the semester. “In the fall, we usually have three tournaments,” club president Hunter Linkhart said. “This year, we competed at UT, UNT and A&M. We won our bracket at UT after a close 35-33 final set. We made it to third place overall at UNT. At A&M, we lost the first round of bracket play, which unfortunately is part of the game.” Linkhart said they usually play schools such as Baylor, Sam Houston or UTSA. Sophomore Turner Stark said the tournaments went well for them. “Every team that we should have beat, we beat,” Stark said. “There were some teams that were really, really good and they beat us, but we put up a good fight. It was always close.” Stark said he joined the club after he attended one practice session. “I knew another member, Jacob DeHoyos, going into the club,” Stark said. “I saw him with the rest
of the club set up at freshman orientation and that’s when I signed up. I went to one of their practices and they kept me. This is my second year playing.” Stark said his favorite thing about the club is competing in tournaments. “I miss the competitiveness of high school sports,” he said. “I’m a competitive person, so going to the tournaments is a lot of fun,” he said. Linkhart said he joined after seeing the men’s team practice two years ago and has loved it ever since. “Men’s volleyball is very competitive and a sport that is gaining popularity quickly,” Linkhart said. “Getting to create friendships here at ASU through a competitive sport has been amazing. I look forward to seeing our team grow together and getting to represent ASU at the highest level at nationals this year.” The Men’s Volleyball Club is a registered student organization at ASU and consists of competitive volleyball tournaments all around Texas, as well as out of state.
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