Volume 81 Issue 21 March 13, 2015
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everyone is a hero at the Superhero 5k ASU’s physical therapy association hosts its third annual superhero dash to support Concho Valley AMBUCS and raise money for bikes for the disabled Cameron Niblock Staff Writer
Photo by Summer Almaguer
Superheroes answered the call to duty on March 7 by participating in the Superhero 5k Race and 1.5 Mile Fun Run. Residents of San Angelo lined up to register for the race while dressed as their favorite super hero or crime fighters. Many racers brought junior superheroes and canine companions to help participate in the event. Jehu Roberson, sophomore, came out to participate in the 5k run. Roberson said that it felt good knowing that the proceeds are going to a meaningful cause. The students of the Angelo State Physical Therapy Association hosted the third annual Superhero Dash in support of the Concho Valley AMBUCS. “We feel it’s important to be involved with the community and to encourage activity and mobility,” Annika Johnson,
ASPTA treasurer, said. AMBUCS is a national organization that provides therapeutic bicycles for both children and adults with disabilities. The proceeds for the race go directly into the funding for purchasing these bicycles. The price of the bikes can vary from $400 to over $1,000, depending on the specific needs of the recipient, April Rew, member of AMBUCS, said. Past races have accumulated about $1,000 in proceeds for the Conch Valley AMBUCS. “One of our missions is to make sure that children with disabilities have a way to be independent and mobile,” Jean Ann Owens, Pediatric PT for West Texas Rehab Center, said. Many of the children who receive the custom bicycles would not be able ride other models of bikes independently. These types
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Photos by Marsalis Mahome Wonder Woman makes her appearance with her trusty sidekick Wonder Dog at the Superhero 5k put on by ASU’s physical therapy association.
Left: Participants representing “Guardians of the Galaxy” stroll along the course with their pet. Concho Valley AMBUCS encouraged participants to bring their dogs. Above: Runners of the 5k race come off the starting line dressed as Batman, Superman and more. Right: Jamming out to some music during the run, this participant represents Batman.
Tuition and housing cost is anticipated to increase for fall semester
Board of regents meeting discusses faculty income and plans for the future Cameron Niblock Staff Writer A tuition increase for ASU was discussed on March 5 and 6 during the Texas Tech University Systems Board of Regents meeting. Regents and faculty gathered at the CJ Davidson Center to discuss the future advancements of ASU. The final review of the tuition increase took place on March 6, and if it passed, the campus will be notified before the payment period for next semester. This increase will include a $79.80 per semester increase and a $100 raise in student housing. These changes are necessary to account for the slow increase in faculty wages at ASU. President Brian J. May Ph.D., said that the university has done things in the past to try and account for the wages of the faculty, but the outcome continues to
show there has been a slow increase of income for faculty members. “The Board of Regents takes its responsibility about tuition very seriously,” Larry K. Anders, Vice Chairman of The Board of Regents, said. “It’s something that we don’t like to do, but we have to face the reality that cost continues to escalate.” The increase is expected to bring a vital change to the wages of faculty members, but this will still not compare to the income of faculty at other universities in the TTU system. “This change will in no way come close to closing the gap,” Anders said, “but the majority of the funds that were approved today by the board will be used for that specific purpose.” The cost of living plays a significant
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Fraternities team up to host a 48-hour long teeter totter marathon
Proceeds from the event went to Feeding America and KDR kids Martina Dalla Zalla Staff Writer
Lambda Chi Alpha and Kappa Delta Rho hosted a 48-hour long Teeter Totter Marathon on campus from March 6 through March 8 to raise money that will benefit Feeding America and KDR kids. “Our goal was to raise $1,000 and we reached it thanks to the donations of all the people that took part,” Brandon Collins, member and Standards Chair of Lambda Chi Alpha, said. The donations came from many people across campus. “Donations came from students at ASU, our alumni, and also faculty members of ASU,” Matt Lammons, member of Lambda Chi Alpha, said. The money that was donated is going to benefit Feeding America, an organization that provides free meals to people that face hunger in the United States, and KDR Kids, Collins said. KDR Kids is a program that strives to offer a safe and healthy environment, literacy, and better health to children so that they can have the chance to grow up to be successful leaders in the future. The marathon took place on the Pavilion and lasted 48 hours straight, starting on March 6 at 6 p.m. and ending on March 8 at 7 p.m. “We actually built the teeter totter from straight wood, and we can definitely build it better next year,” Collins said. “We didn’t have enough padding so it hurt going up and down.”
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Read about how you could get your art or writing published on page 3 Find out more about triple jumper Kearah Danville on page 6 Learn how you can catch a ride to watch the Rams play at the NCAA Division II Basketball Championship on page 6 Check out what the Multicultural Center is doing in honor of Women’s History Month on page 4
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Submit your photos to rampage@angelo.edu to see you and your friends’ pictures featured on Insta Ram The brother/sister chapters of Tau Beta Sigma and Kappa Kappa Psi hosted this year’s New Mexico/West Texas Area Workshop. These chapters welcomed district officers from both organizations as well as chapters from the area.
Many students walk past this sculpture in front of the CHP every day, but what they don’t know is that the sculpture is called “Kinesis” and that the flowing red ribbon was inspired by the way the body moves, like a dance.
Delta Zeta represents ASU at Delta Zeta Region Weekend. The event is an annual thing where all Delta Zetas from Texas and New Mexico unite for various activites.
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Society of Human Resource Management to attend Student Regional Conference-West Housing and Residential Programs: RA Applications due Softball vs. West Texas A&M University at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in San Angelo Baseball vs. West Texas A&M University at 6:30 p.m. in San Angelo Musical: Smokey Joe’s Café at 8:00 p.m. in the ASU Auditorium, Mayer Administration Building
Saturday 3/14
Track and Field vs. NCAA Division II Indoor Championships in Birmingham Men’s basketball vs. Texas A&M-Commerce at 12:00 p.m. in Stephenville Softball vs. West Texas A&M University at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. in San Angelo Baseball vs. West Texas A&M University at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in San Angelo Musical: Smokey Joe’s Café at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. in the ASU Auditorium, Mayer Administration Building
Sunday 3/15
Baseball vs. West Texas A&M University at 1:00 p.m. in San Angelo Musical: Smokey Joe’s Café at 2:00 p.m. in the ASU Auditorium, Mayer Administration Building San Angelo Chamber Music Series Concert at 2:00 p.m. in the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
Monday 3/16
Volunteer programs: Project Spring Break in New Orleans Staff Senate Meeting at 3:00 p.m. in Nasworthy Suite
Tuesday 3/17
Business Brown Bag: Affordable Care Act at 12:00 p.m. at the San Angelo Visitor’s Center, Riverview Room
Wednesday 3/18
ASU Track & Field vs. ASU Spring Break Multi-Event in San Angelo
Thursday 3/19
Softball vs. Texas Women’s University at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Denton
A group of students study for accounting. Students form study groups to prepare for midterms as the middle of the semester rolls around.
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Give more HUGS book drive asks students to donate to the cause Non-profit organization based in Lamesa wants ASU to get involved and make a difference Martina Dalla Zalla Staff Writer
Students have the opportunity to donate their used books to children and schools in need until April 3 by participating in the Give More HUGS Book Drive. “All the books will be donated to children from kindergarten to 12th grade and Title I schools within Region 15, in which San Angelo is located,” Jessica Garrido, lead graphic designer for Give More HUGS, said. Joscelyn Cargill, HUGS Ambassador and Honor student at ASU, said she had the idea of hosting a book drive on campus because she thinks that most college students enjoy learning and would want to help motivate younger generations. “My hope is that through this book sale we can inspire the individuals who receive the books to find a love for reading, and that this will spark in them a love for learning,” Cargill said. Students can donate any kind of book, as long as it is in good condition, by dropping them off in one of the 15 boxes placed around campus, or at the Teacher Store, located at 310 N. Chadbourne St. The Honors Student Association of ASU, the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, and the Teacher Store are all participating in the Give More HUGS book
drive. Boxes are located in the: •Library •University Center •Carr Education-Fine Arts Building •Academic Building •Cavness Science Building •Vincent Nursing-Physical Science Building •Mathematics-Computer Science Building •Rassman Building •Texan Hal •Centennial Village •Concho Hall •Plaza Verde •Robert and Marie Massie Residence Halls. Garrido said the book drive ends on April 3 so that students have time to go home for spring break, bring their old children books back to ASU, and donate them. On March 9 in the UC students had the chance to write a personal inspirational message or quote on the inside of each book. Nicolette Winn, outreach coordinator for Give More HUGS, said that the handwritten messages are
a way to inspire them to read and educate themselves. “Students should participate because first of all, they are helping children that don’t have many opportunities otherwise,” Winn said. Give more HUGS is a non-profit organization founded by Christopher McGilvery two years ago, and is based in Lamesa, Tx. The organization not only has the goal of getting quality education to everybody, but also wants to inspire students to want quality education, Garrido said. The acronym HUGS stands for Helping Unite Giving Souls. Even though it was founded fairly recently, the organization is growing rapidly and already works with people in Texas, New York, Florida and Dominica but their goal is to reach students all over the world, Garrido said. “We are hoping to get Angelo State really involved and get the students to donate books; we are growing rapidly and we are always looking for new members,” Winn said. “There are a variety of different ways to serve and if anybody is interested in joining us, they just need to contact me.”
Students have opportunity to get their works published
As the deadline approaches the oasis art and literary magazine wants students to submit art, writing, or poetry and get their works noticed Henry Mahome Staff Writer
Students that have ever dreamed of being a published artist or writer should take advantage of the opportunity the Oasis Art and Literary Magazine gives them. The Oasis Art and Literary Magazine gives students the chance to submit up to five art pieces and/or works of literature and poetry to be published, and the best part is: they do so for free. Oasis is a literary collegiate magazine that host students’ work in their magazine every spring, turning college students into published artists, authors and poets. “The Oasis is published by students for students and it features student artwork and literary pieces from almost any creative genre you could imagine,” Rachel Riggs, General Editor of the 2015 Oasis Art and Literary Magazine, said. “Becoming published
in a collegiate magazine is an excellent way to market yourself on and off campus in your desired profession. You work diligently to perfect your craft – whether it’s writing critical essays or making digital prints. It’s time to show off your skills.” There is hidden talent everywhere at ASU but a lot of times it goes unnoticed, which can be because students never act on getting their work out, or they feel like they aren’t good enough. One of the main reasons is the fact that they don’t know how to get their work out. “I am trying to put some of my work in the magazine. My professor told me about Oasis and what it does for students,” Shelby Butcher, a junior English major and aspiring poet, also said. “I am passionate about writing and this is a way to show it off. Plus it looks good on any resume, once I graduate
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I can use this and I can say, ‘yeah I am published too’ when I apply for a job in my field. Plus they said it was free for me, so what am I losing?” Here is how to submit a work to Oasis: If students have a digital print, a painting, or anything of that nature, or any style of writing, they can submit the works to Oasis through email at ASU.oasis@gmail.com. All electronic files should be submitted by email to this address. This year Oasis also has a new platform where students submit the details of their work (just by being signed into RamPort), making everything as simple as possible. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, March 24, at midnight.
Regents page 1 role in the process of increasing tuition. With recent advancements in natural gas, electricity has become more manageable in campus dorms. This still leaves the cost of building maintenance, which has continued to increase. “We want to provide a fair cost for a fair benefit,” Anders said. The Board of Regents consists of ten members who govern the TTU system. They are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Texas legislator.
These meetings are held bi-monthly and provide a policy reviewing system for all four components of the TTU system. “For the students, I think it means a lot,” Jarett Lujan, Student Government Association Senate Clerk, said. “This is where the decisions of our whole system are being made.”
Lambda Chi page 1 padding so it hurt going up and down.” Even though this was the first teeter totter marathon organized by the chapter at ASU, this is a traditional way that many Lambda Chi Alpha chapters choose to raise money to support charity organization, Collins said. “Our president Geoffrey Johnston came up with the idea of hosting a Teeter Totter Marathon and since we are good friends with Kappa Delta Rho we thought we should partner up with them and it turned out pretty good,” Collins said. The event was a
success, and the plan is to continue it in the future. “It was a big success and we hope to get a lot more support next year and incorporate more students on campus,” Lammons said. Lambda Chi Alpha is one of the oldest fraternities of Angelo State University; its charter was opened in 1970, and now counts 30 members. It is based on seven core values: loyalty, honor, duty, integrity, respect, personal courage and service & stewardship, Collins said.
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ASU pays tribute to women’s history month The multicultural center hosts event to celebrate women of ASU Erika Walker Staff Writer In honor of March being Women’s History Month, the staff of ASU’s Multicultural Center will host an event March 25 starting at 11:30 a.m. in the CJ Davidson Center in order to make sure students know just how important women are, and have been, throughout history. The month-long celebration may have grown out of a small-town school event in California, but the U.S. has observed it annually in March since 1987. Even the Multicultural Center recognizes its importance. “The Multicultural Center has been celebrating Women’s History since the opening of the department in 2008,” Multicultural Program Specialist, Robert Garcia, said. “It is important to recognize women’s history because of the contributions and progress that have positively impacted the world.” Students also agree that celebrating Women’s History Month is a good idea, especially regarding how much behind-the-scenes work they do to
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types of models provide mobility and exercise for children who would not normally be able to accomplish these actions. Zechariah is one of the children who received a bicycle last Christmas through the help of the Concho Valley AMBUCS. He is turning ten years old this year and having one of the custom models has helped him feel more like the other children in his age group, Stepheny Kennison, mother of Zechariah, said. People need to get more involved with kids in the community that have disabilities, Kennison said, letting children like Zechariah and his story be an inspiration for others. Two bicycles have been purchased with the money raised by past superhero dashes hosted by ASPTA. Since the Concho Valley AMBUCS opened, 14 bikes have been distributed to those with disabilities. The branch is currently eligible to receive ten bikes for free, and is anticipating buying five more with remaining funds.
empower others. “I believe it is important to celebrate Women’s History Month here on campus because women are tremendous forces for successful men, specifically because we are instrumental in giving strength to family, society, and the nation as a whole,” Cheyenne Saldaña, junior, said. “I believe women have opened doors through their tenacity to empower one another.” When hearing about Women’s History Month, most people would think of women such as Amelia Earhart, Maya Angelou, Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt, Frida Kahlo and so many more influential and inspirational women throughout history. While they have all definitely made a name for themselves, and opened doors for women all over the world, there are women all around ASU who have made an impact and influenced people in the area. They are just as important and just as deserving of
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When you get back from Spring Break.... What: Irish Heritage Month Celebration When: Monday, March 23 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: University Center What else: There will be musical bagpipes by Christopher Morgan Contact: Multicultural Center in UC 114 for more information.
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recognition. Not only will the celebration incorporate tributes to influential and accomplished female figures with background information on each, but it will recognize women that play strong roles right on campus. Students, staff and faculty are given the opportunity to nominate and vote for fellow women on campus to recognize their work and everything they have done for others on campus. During the celebration, titled “Wonderful Women of ASU,” there will be a ceremony paying tribute to each one of them. “Like many of the cultural celebrations, this one is tied to equality and social justice,” Garcia said. “Sometimes this is overlooked because it doesn’t fall under the traditional realm of race or ethnicity. However, it is still a challenge that women seek to eradicate in many areas, such as work or education, for example.”
Photos by Marsalis Mahome 1. Partipants of the Superhero 5k give a thumbs up during their run. 2. Students came out to run, even if they didn’t dress up, to support the cause. All proceeds for the run benefit Concho Valley AMBUCS. Participants paid $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the race. 3. A participant dressed as Batman sprints to finish the course while listening to her music. 4. This participant is dressed up like Batman’s sidekick, Robin, as she runs the 5k.
Don’t miss, this weekend only.... What: Smokey Joe’s Café: The songs of Lieber and Stoller. By: The University Theater Where: the ASU Auditorium When: • Thursday, March 12 at 8 p.m. • Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m. • Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. and at 8 p.m. • Sunday,March 15 at 2 p.m.
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The Ram Page staff wishes you a fun and safe spring break! Midnight Rodeo needs bartenders, waitresses & shot girl! Apply in person, weekdays 10am4pm, ring buzzer on door just left of main entry 2100 W. Beauregard 325-942-1647
Enrolled seniors, graduate students, post-baccalaureate students- Monday, March 23 Enrolled juniors-Wednesday, March 25 Enrolled sophomores -Monday, March 30 Open 7 days Enrolled freshmen -Wednesday, April 1 a week 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. New students/everyone else (re-entry and continuing)-Monday, April 6
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OPINIONS
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Reality sets in as graduation approaches
Sydney Wegner Editor Graduation day: the one day all students look forward to. It’s the feeling of freedom from tests, annoying professors, 8 a.m.’s and all-nighters. For some it’s the first time they get a real job, or move out of their parents’ house. No matter what stage of life you are in, graduation day is one you’ll remember for the rest of your life. When I got advised last week I heard the wonderful words, “looks like you’ll be graduating in the fall.” My first reaction was FINALLY! I am so tired of projects and waking up early and studying for tests. I walked out of my advisors office very excited for my life to finally start as an adult. Fast forward to this week and I’m terrified of graduating. Sure it’ll be fulfilling to hold my diploma and invite all of my family over to celebrate this accomplishment and new chapter in my life but on the other hand there is so much I haven’t thought about. For instance, I still live with my parents so I will have to find a place and move out. I have been very blessed to stay at home and save money all 3.5 years of
my college career and I will miss that luxury. Bills are another example of stuff I’m not sure if I’m ready for…. Sure I have a few things I pay for here and there such as groceries, gas, my phone bill and a bill for my photography website. But I don’t pay for my car, my house, my water or electricity. I’m sure I will be fine, I have money saved up and high hopes of getting a good job but those things are intimidating to think about. As a child the future seemed so far away. But now that it’s here I feel like the last 20 years of my life flew by. I have had a great time at ASU and am so glad that I chose to come here. I graduated from Wall High School in 2012 and always knew I was going to be a rambelle. Both of my parents attended ASU and loved it. I am also glad I came to this university because I met my boyfriend here my first semester. I have learned a lot at ASU not only through classes but through experience. Being the editor of the Ram Page has taught me a lot about the journalistic world, people and responsibility. It has been an honor to hold this position and have the opportunity to better my editing, design and writing skills. I hate making decisions, and I hate change even more. There is a lot to think about before I graduate like what job I’m going to get and where I’m going to live. These things honestly terrify me but I know many have done it before me and life will go on. So I am happy to announce that I will be graduating with a major in Mass Media with a visual focus and minor in Art with a graphic design focus.
What are your plans for Spring Break?
“I’m going to a J. Cole concert in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.”
Shelby Sanders Junior
“I will be going to Colorado to ski and to visit the parks.”
Marcelle Soares Junior
“We are going to the music festival, South By Southwest, in Austin, Texas.”
Colton Farnen and Jessica England Sophomores “I am going to Disney World in Orlando, Florida.”
The politics of politeness Jessica Tharp Managing Editor I have lived in the San Angelo area for fourteen years. I like San Angelo because the people are friendly, and you usually don’t feel awkward smiling at a stranger or holding the door open for somebody else, because you know they’d probably do the same for you. Manners are something I had ingrained in me from a young age; I was expected to say yes ma’am and no sir, and heaven forbid my mother hear me respond with “yeah” (which I didn’t ever do, at least within her hearing range.) I always said please and thank you, and didn’t find it odd that these simple adages were expected of me; it was part of how I was raised, and it went a long way to showing mutual respect for another person by being polite to them. However, I have learned that good manners can be not only astonishing to some people, but downright offensive. I can’t name the number of times I have had some elderly lady demand that I not call her ma’am, the reasons for which are quite varied—my favorite being, “it makes me sound old.” I have worked in retail before, and referred to people who were clearly only a few years older than me as ma’am. Politeness isn’t (or shouldn’t be) selective; it should be offered to everybody regardless of
demographics, but is also clearly used to illustrate deference to somebody who you want to show respect to. I just don’t understand the reasoning behind becoming offended by, or being opposed to, being called ma’am or sir. I understand that in our society, which constantly struggles for progress, some people may see it as archaic in nature, an unnecessary representation of inferiority to another person or some other such intellectual nonsense that makes everybody’s head hurt. However, it’s insulting that the respect you show somebody is thrown right back at you, like he or she rejects your show of politeness just because his or her idea of what being polite means differs from yours. You’re left wondering how to respond to them while foregoing everything you’ve been taught to do when addressing another person. It’s offensive to be told that your show of respect isn’t accepted, and makes you feel as if it isn’t returned, either. I’ve had politeness and good manners ingrained in me since I was young. I’m not going to stop practicing them because people may no longer expect it. They’re a part of who I am, and a pillar of my upbringing, and I don’t think I’ll stop using them any time soon.
Juyeon Han Senior
“I am going to Portland, Oregon to run a half marathon.”
Susan Abernathy Professor of Mathematics
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Echo coach lines offers a one-way ticket to spring break Students can go to Fort Worth for $22 for the break Steven Salas Contributor Spring Break is around the corner, and Echo Coach Lines wants to help students enjoy theirs. Starting March 16-20, a $22 one-way ticket can transport a student from San Angelo to Fort Worth, Texas. Echo Coach Lines is a certified bus company that offers rides to towns in Texas, including the DFW area. Students have the option to have an Echo driver escort them at 7:30 a.m. on the departure date from the University Center to the downtown bus terminal. Transportation from the Fort Worth bus terminal to the DFW Airport is also provided to those in need. Joe Vasquez, senior, was at first confused about the one-way ticket offer, and his way of transportation when returning to San Angelo. “I appreciate that they’re trying to help us save
money- we do need that, with college expenses and all,” Vasquez said. “But, would I have to pay regular price for a round-trip ticket? It seems like an unfair deal if the $22.00 gets me to DFW only to leave me there having to find my own transportation back to Angelo.” Echo Coach Lines encourages students to purchase two one-way tickets, to and from DFW/San Angelo as opposed to one round-trip ticket. Doing so will keep the discount valid, and students will not be charged for the regular round-trip price. With further explanation Vasquez soon had a change of mind. “I feel better about the discount now that I know that,” Vasquez said. “For basically forty bucks, I can get to DFW and back without travel worries or
having to drive all the way home. That sounds like a good deal to me.” Some students have encountered issues of not having vehicular transportation. Tabbatha Angelo, senior, is all too familiar with the difficulties of not being able to return home due to car troubles. “There was a semester when my car was in the shop and I knew I wasn’t going to be able to go home for the weekend to visit family and friends,” Angelo said. “I was very upset. However, I know that there are so many students who don’t have a vehicle and are unable to travel. I think that it’s offers like this that are really beneficial and generous to us students.” For additional information students can visit the Echo Coach Lines website, www.echocoachlines. com.
Chartwells discusses renewing their contract to stay at ASU Renovations to the food court are expected such as new names for food booths and new brands Jonathan Anderson Contributor
The Board of Regents came to campus on Mrach 6 and discussed negotiating the renewal of Chartwells’ contract to further allow the company to stay at ASU. With Chartwells’ contract expiring in June, their parent company, Compass Group, visited the campus to discuss the matter for Chartwells to stay at ASU, with a 15-year contract, which would commence on June 1. “ASU has received approval to enter negotiations with Compass Group for a 15-year contract,” Assistant Direct of Special Events Facilities and Services, Jessica Manning, who has been overseeing the negotiations with Compass Group, said. There are various changes and renovations that are expected to occur as well.
“The renewal of Chartwells’ contract could bring renovation to the University Center food court and could greatly impact student and employee life for the food services,” Forrest Caward, sophomore and Chartwells employee, said. Caward also said that the food places in the UC could be getting new names, such as the Cross Roads Café being called The Meat Lab. Manning said the renovations in the UC “will provide additional food concepts as well as facility renovations and the purchase of new equipment.” Though many changes and updates are expected, specifics will be known after the negotiations have been finished. “Once negotiations have concluded and a signed
contract is in place, more specific information will be available with regards to the changes in facilities and concepts, including the introduction of new brands, which students will experience as a result of the new agreement,” Manning said. Once the contract has been settled in the summer and the renovations have been placed to go forward, further details on renovations will surface, as well as what new equipment Chartwells will be getting. In addition, details about what new brands will be seen on campus and what the settlement was between ASU and Compass Group regarding the contract will be available as well.
Want to see the Rams play at the NCAA Division II South Central Basketball Championship? ASU is offering anyone interested the opportunity to travel on a charter bus to Stephenville this Saturday. The bus will load at 6:45 a.m. and depart no later than 7:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 14. Tickets for the bus are $10 and current ASU students with a valid ID will receive a complimentary ticket to the game. Tickets for the bus are available for purchase in the Center for Student Involvement located in the University Center. Tickets are first-come, first-serve! If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please reply to this email or contact the Center for Student Involvement at 325-942-2062.
Get to know the players.... Where are you from? “Kingston, Jamaica.” How did you hear about ASU? “I was just googling schools in Texas and this was at the top of the list because it starts with an ‘A’. I asked them if I could come here and they were willing to let me come.”
Kearah Danville Classification: Senior Sport: Track, triple jump
What made you decide ASU was the college for you? “They had an interest in me, which I really liked. They knew where I was coming from, as in I was hurt, and they saw me as winning championships. They basically told me about that. I had an interest in them because I saw there was hope.”
What kind of things besides track do you do for fun? “I like to hang out with my friends. We will go dancing or to the movies. I also love to read.” What is your favorite thing to do in San Angelo? “I love hanging out with my friends, that’s one of the main things I do here because I’m really far from home. The weather is different, everything is completely different here. It’s like being an alien! But gathering with track girls and just enjoying my time here, we will go to Iggy’s or to the movies or the mall.” Do you have a favorite quote? “You got this!” What inspires you? “What inspires me most is just being one individual that many people tend to not really believe in. When I was much younger, I didn’t think anybody had any interest in me, pushing me to where I really wanted to be. Listening to my mom when she didn’t get a chance to finish her career in high jump, and I wanted to fulfill that for her. I also enjoy jumping, because it helps me get in that comfortable area where I just feel at ease, I don’t have to impress anybody. I just feel like this is my happy spot and that’s why I really love track. It also helps me with school- I know I wasn’t capable enough to go through paying for school and I thought that if I’m good in track and I really love it, why not just use it as an advantage? That’s when I started to really find an interest in track. I really love psychology so me helping people and comforting them, just listening to their weaknesses and trying to guide them inspires me to study more. I’m a double major in Psychology and Sociology and I love helping!”