Volume 81 Issue 4 September 19, 2014
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Rams hit hard with the first win of the season Team shuts down Western State Colorado University Cameron Niblock Staff Writer
The Rams starting line-up brought the thunder to WSCU by scoring the first touchdown of the season within the first five minutes of the game. This enthusiasm continued throughout the game with the Rams engaging in perfectly completed plays. One player in particular, Clayton Callicutt, 98, performed three and a half sacks during the game. “We did a great job executing everything we did,” Callicutt said. And with the performance brought forth by the Rams this statement couldn’t be more accurate. The roar of the crowd could be heard throughout the
stadium every time Callicutt made a successful tackle. One student showed his excitement commenting that number 98 is a beast, Dylan Hensley, freshman, said. As each quarter passed the Rams continued to keep a forceful presence on the field with each successful touchdown. Seeing all the fans inspired me to keep performing at my best, Kyle Washington, quarterback, said. The only time WSCU managed to get past the Rams powerful defense came when WSC’s quarterback, Andrew Ekeler, landed a 24 yard run
going out of the second quarter. This didn’t affect the momentum of the Rams going into the third quarter as they managed to score two more touchdowns. WSCU stopped the Rams from
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Sponsors for the LeGrand Stadium cut the opening game day ribbon during pregame festivities on Saturday, Sept. 13.
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Professor by day,
musician by night A look into life outside of the university walls Erika Walker Staff Writer
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Just like students, professors have lives outside of school and the life outside for political science professor, Manny Campos, is one that may take many by surprise. He is the lead vocalist and keyboard player for a local band called “The Red Tape.” They perform multiple genres of music from country and pop, to the blues, various rock and even throwbacks from the 80s and 90s. The group performs all over San Angelo from places like Sealy Flats and The House of FiFi Dubois downtown to private events such as weddings. The band is sort of a reunion among Campos and a few of his fellow members
Find out about ways you can make extra money Discover fun things in San Angelo for college students on a budget to do Read more about what the UREC has to offer Keep up with Ram football and read about the game Saturday
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Submit your photos to rampage@angelo.edu to see you and your friends’ pictures featured on Insta Ram Delta Zeta sisters smile before their intramural game.
A group of students cheer along with the ASU cheerleaders at a volleyball game and show their support by painting ASU on their chests.
The Marching Ram Band makes its entrance into the LeGrand Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13.
Friday 9/19
Soccer vs. Oklahoma Christian University from 5:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. at the ASU soccer fields. UCPC: Hispanic Heritage Week Movie: Cesar Chaves at 6:00 p.m. in Texan Hall
Saturday 9/20
Volleyball vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville at 1:00 p.m. in San Angelo Ram Jam from 4:30 to 6:30 at the LeGand Alumni and Visitors Center Football vs. McMurry University from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field
Sunday 9/21
Soccer vs. St. Mary’s University from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the ASU soccer fields
Monday 9/22
Round Table Meeting at 5:00 p.m. at the ASU Lakehouse
Tuesday 9/23
Banned Books Readout from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Houston Harte University Center Pre-Trip Meeting: Wakeboard and Float from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the CHP
Wednesday 9/24 Pop into the CSI: free popcorn from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Houston Harte University Center UCPC: Club Cafe featuring singer/songwriter Levi Stephens at 7:30 p.m. in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center
Thursday 9/25 Live Hangout for Spanish-Speaking Young Entrepreneurs with GobiernoUSA.gov at 1:00 p.m. on-line Multicultural Center Dance Classes at 7:00 p.m. in the Houston Harte University Center
Students Justin Walling (left), Connor Hoelscher, and Jared Goecker wave white t-shirts in the air in support of the football team at the first game of the season against Western State Colorado University.
NEWS Weight room dedicated to ASU hero Friday, September 19, 2014
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A special football alumni is honored for being one of the first black players at the university Erika Walker Staff Writer
ASU’s weight room located in the Junell Center was officially named in honor of ASU Hall of Honor member Ben Kelly and his wife Alvetta on Sept. 12. Kelly was a football player for San Angelo College, before the school became ASU, who was one of the first black football players to compete for a previously all-white college football team in Texas. The decision to name the weight room after Kelly and his wife arose in March when the Texas Tech University System Board of Regents approved the naming of the weight room after a generous $300,000 donation for renovations. Alumni, Mike Mulligan, a former Ram football player from 1976-1980, was the contributor. “What is important here today is that we are honoring a hero,” Dr. Brian J. May, president, said. “He’s a hero to me and he’s a hero to this institution.” Millegan’s donation didn’t only cover renovations to the weight room, but was also used to establish the Michael H. Millegan Academic Athletic Enhancement Endowment, the Michael H. Millegan Curriculum Enhancement Endowment and the Ben and Alvetta Kelly Scholarship Fund. “My mother used to tell me to never forget where I come from,” Millegan said. “I’m proud to say I’m from Angelo State, the little school that could.” Millegan said that he admires the challenges Kelly’s journey and all of the challenges he faced.
The building is for building strong men and women not only for athletics, but for academics, Millegan said. He said that at the end of the day when those students using the weight room feel challenged, they will remember that they did not have to face and go through the challenges Kelly faced. “It’s interesting how life works, but it all turns out okay,” Millegan said. “It takes a special person to give everything they can and never expect anything back,” Millegan said. “That’s Mrs. Kelly.” She supported the players day in and day out by making them dinners, giving them words of encouragement, and simply just giving them all a shoulder to lean on. “That’s what Angelo State is,” Sean Johnson, ASU sports director, said. “We do great things for each other.” The weight room renovations include new flooring, new weight racks and platforms to provide better safety for student-athletes. In May, ASU renamed the physical fitness facility to the Ben Kelly Center for Human Performance.
Students and professors get to know one another Political science and philosophy department picnic brings about interaction Cameron Niblock Staff Writer
This picnic “provides an opportunity for student and faculty to interact,” Dr.Gritter, assistant professor for Department of Political Science and Philosophy, said. With this being early in the semester students are eager to meet their professors so that they can get to know them on a more personal basis. The picnic brings about a “good opportunity to meet new professors,” Alyssa Davenport-Herbst, freshman, said. The picnic gave students a chance to learn more about the classes that they are attending by having first-hand interactions with the professors teaching them. Brandon Stanley, sophomore, said that he wants to enhance his reasoning
power. Being able to talk to professors in a casual setting helps to ease the anxiety that often goes along with talking to professors aboutcourse work in the future. It’s “nice to have face interaction with your professors.” Jared Goecker, senior, said. This picnic definitely achieved its’ goal as many students continued to talk with their professors after the event had officially ended. It shows that students can have intellectual conversations with their professors outside of the classroom. This is a concept that is constantly encouraged by faculty on campus.
Experience what UREC has to offer Free equipment available to students at lake facility Cameron Niblock Staff Writer
The Lake facility provides a variety of activities that students can attend to socialize and have fun with help from University Recreation. The general hours for the Lake facility are Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1pm to sunset. Students can arrive at any point during these times without having to schedule beforehand. Some activities being offered are kayaking, basketball, and volleyball. In addition there are grills, a cook out pit, and a dock that students can use for a variety of outdoor activities. It brings a “good variety for people to try new things” Barrett Pace, UREC representative, said. It really is open for students to take a break from school life and just come out to the Lake for some quality fun, Pace said. For those who are new to activates like kayaking, and are not sure how to get started, UREC staff members are willing to help teach the basics through a helpful kayaking workshop. For those who want to dash right into the fun all they have to do is sign a waiver and they are good to go. It’s always helpful to know that UREC representatives are willing to engage with students if they need to learn the basics of a new outdoor activity like kayaking. Pace said that UREC representatives are always happy to help.
With a variety of events being held at the lake facility consisting of formal banquets to hiking it really is a “hot bed for activities” Ian Brown Assistant Director, Outdoor Adventures University Recreation, said. With this being a popular place for students to socialize Photo Courtesy of Dr. Dr. Maurice E. Kelley II UREC can expect to have a good amount of students attend UREC Mykel Martin (left), sophomore, and Joey Prien, sophomore, are in charge of the grill at the ASU Lake Facility during the monthly. On average UREC can expect 15-20 Orchestra Cookout on Sept. 7. students to come out during general are interested in starting the school year with some use days, Pace said. In August alone 336 student participant outdoor adventure. UREC offers free equipment for those who want to experiences were recorded, Brown said. It should also be considered that this turn out is just for general use the facilities. use, not for special events. These activities provide students with an “opportunity to connect with other people,” and to “go out and relax” Brown said. UREC also hosts educational clinics throughout the semester that cover activities like kayaking and mountain bike maintenance. is seeking route At the begging of rambunctious weekend UREC provides a carriers in the following towns: kayaking workshop for those who
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Campos from page 1 members because they played together in the early 2000’s and started up again just a couple of years ago. Performing is something Campos started doing publicly in high school, but he has always had a love for music. “I admire music because it makes people happy,” Campos said. “Music can move people mentally and physically. I latch on because it has a positive effect on all the things I do.” With positive effects in mind, Campos is also about giving back. At a recent show held Aug. 29 in celebration of his birthday, proceeds from the cover charge as well as donations benefitted First United Methodist Church’s Spirit Youth Choir. Campos is ASU’s Assistant Hispanic Serving Institution Coordinator who became an adjunct political science professor in the fall 2013 semester. Campos used to keep his life outside of ASU extremely private and there was a point when students started to ask if he was the one they saw performing as Manny downtown in which he would deny and say it was his brother. “I just can’t live two different lives,” Campos said. It was not until later that he realized it gave him the ability to relate to his students on an entirely new level because there was a better understanding that everyone has a life outside of school, and that can be forgotten at times. “Everything I do is a performance whether it is lecturing or the music,” Campos said. “It is a way to unwind and relieve stress.”
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Students work to improve campus life
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SGA pushes to have smoothie store available in CHP Cameron Niblock Staff Writer Student Senate gets two new senators, Currie Dyess and Geffrey Johnson, who are ready to make a difference on campus. When looking for candidates to take on the positon of student senator it’s important that they present a wellrounded character and have the desire to make change. Dyess’ motto is “perfect your craft, be the best that you can be.” Dyess is a great example of someone who is ready to make a difference by giving a voice to the student body. With the Senate always looking for new ways to improve aspects of campus life for the students, it helps to have a wide variety of opinions and ideas to make these changes a reality.
The senators plan to bring change to the campus. Dyess suggested having a smoothie store available in the Center of Student Performance. This way students won’t have to make a trip to the University Center after an already challenging training session. Johnson wants to encourage students to get to know ASU athletes first hand. This would bring about more school spirit at sporting events. The Student Senate is currently trying to bring more student involvement in to motion by encouraging students to go to sporting events on campus and support our student athletes, Duncan Knox, President Pro Tempore, said. In support of the football game that took place last Saturday, Student
Students flock to college night at Stadium Lanes Thursday night bowling; a tradition for some Lela Howard Staff Writer
Stadium Lanes Bowling Center has college specials on Monday and Thursday nights every week that dozens of students enjoy. Between 60 and 80 college students bowl on Thursday nights with their friends, Raquel Mathis, desk manager, said. Word spreads like wildfire and friends meet up to have fun while getting out and being active, Mathis said. For a certain group of students, bowling is a weekly tradition. Phillip Robinson, a fifth year senior, has been bowling at Stadium Lanes for almost a year now. “The people here know us and they have at least two lanes reserved for our group of 10-20 people every Thursday night,” Robinson said. Allie Weatherby, a fifth year senior, is also part of the weekly get together. The group of ASU friends all went to Central High School and have grown up together since, Weatherby said. “It’s the one time everyone gets to see each other,” Weatherby said. Students of age also like going to Stadium Lanes because of the drink
specials on Thursday nights. After 10 p.m., all drinks are $1 off. The bowling center serves bottled beer and no drafts. To update the center’s look, the inside of the building underwent construction during summer 2012. The overall atmosphere is modern and upbeat now. The bowling lanes were a little dated and it was the boss’ idea to remodel, Mathis said. During college night on Thursdays, there is unlimited bowling from 9 p.m. to midnight for $6.50. Students must present a valid college ID upon purchase of games.
Government Association used the lights of the Concho dormitory to spell out the word “RAMS” in the night sky, producing a feeling of pride for the campus. During the meeting, Richard Gonzales, a Chartwells representative, gave a presentation over the food services provided on campus, bringing food samples for the members of the senate to try. Gonzales spent the remainder of the presentation answering the questions of the senate members. Meghan Rogers, a senator, asked why there had been a shortage of fruit and vegetable snack cups offered at the campus library. Gonzales responded by insuring
Sigma Tau Delta hosts annual Banned Books Readout When: Tuesday, Sept. 23 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: UC What else: Readings occur in five-minute increments. A sign up sheet for readings will be posted outside the English and Modern Languages Department Office, and banned books will be provided.
that this is priority on his agenda, and he showed his appreciation for Rogers’ input. “If something’s not right, let us know, we will take care of you,” Gonzales said. The meeting brought about many new ideas that will bring about change to the student body.
Top 10 Banned Books in the U.S. 1. The Hunger Games 2. Adventures of Huckleberry Finn 3. Lolita 4. The Catcher in the Rye 5. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone 6. The Anarchist Cookbook 7. Candide Ou L’Optimisme, Traduit de L’Allemand de Mr. Le Docteur Ralph 8. Nineteen Eighty-four 9. The Satanic Verses 10. Brave New World
Friday, September 12, 2014
OPINIONS
Psyched about ram fam and school spirit
Sydney Wegner Editor Last weekend I went out of town, and though I had a great time I was sad that I missed the first Ram football game—not only of the season but at the new LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field as well. I heard that Ram Jam was even more fun this year than last year from all of my friends, and that the food and company were amazing. I was sad to miss the grand opeing of the LeGrand stadium, but I heard that having the game ball delivered from a Shannon Helicopter was really cool to watch. Rumor has it that there were over 5,000 people at the game, and that there was mostly standing room left. How awesome is that? I had my dad texting me score updates while I was out of town and I was so excited that we not only won but killed the other team. I have a
feeling that the football team loved having all of their fans cheering them on and that pushed them to work harder on the field. I am very excited to go to this week’s game against McMurry and be a part of all the school spirit. I am from Wall, a small community outside of San Angelo, and we had tons of school spirit growing up, so that is a huge deal to me. I love seeing everyone dressed up in blue and gold on game day, and really every day on campus. I wish teachers were more school spirited and gave us incenitves for attending games such as: assigning less homework on home game weekends or giving extra credit for attending. I think if students were encouraged more to go to games, they would realize how much fun being involved in the university is and would continue to show support for all of ASU’s sports teams. I go to games because I have pride in my school and I suggest other students go as well because college is a time to make memories and friends and what better way to do that then attending a sporting event.
Donating plasma a way to make quick cash
Zane Callens Contributor Like most people, I don’t like needles and dread receiving vaccinations. I can hardly understand why someone would prefer an IV when they could just drink water using their mouth to get more fluids in their body. As a result, I did not give much thought to giving plasma when a friend told me about it last spring. However, when he explained how it was a well-founded means to make a little extra money, I considered his thoughts. I recounted the reasons why I shouldn’t have given plasma as I tried talking myself out of it when I pulled up to the DCI Biological Plasma Center, located on 2575 Sunset Drive. The time I passed out donating blood a few years before and several other legitimate reasons weighed heavily on my mind to the point that I almost left the parking lot without ever going in. Yet, deciding against these cautions, I entered as if only to erase the wonder I’d have otherwise. After going through a physical, required for first time donors, and getting my finger pricked to test for protein levels, which I dislike more than the needle, I sat waiting for my name to be called so that I could go on to the donor floor located in the back. I had made sure to hydrate well, my greatest tip to future donors considering that plasma is made of 90% water, as I made use of the water and juice they provided there. To prevent getting nervous, I began reading a book I had brought so that I could keep my mind off of the moment. Then, with a bit of relief and anxiety, my name was called.
They asked which arm I would prefer and being left handed, I told them right. Once I was in a seat designated for the right arm, I continued reading to escape the setting. I was briefly interrupted for a short explanation of what to expect and waited for a supervisor. I continued reading, this time at a faster pace, as the supervisor inserted the needle. Once this was done, the staff made sure any request I had, like a blanket to which I declined, were met. I continued reading for the next hour as blood entered the machine next to me, which returned it back after separating the blood from the plasma. I noticed how the machine operated in cycles and timed them consistently to less than four minutes each. I also noticed that with the exception of initially getting stuck with a needle, the rest was practically painless. I left that day so greatly relieved and satisfied with my experience there to the point of becoming one of the 400 regular donors. I started donating the first week of July and as of now have earned $665 from going twice a week. But more than that, when I asked Sean Dey, Area Supervisor, about the medical use plasma has, he explained that it helps the body heal faster by “break[ing] down medicine” and is used for research, especially when it test positive for hepatitis A,B, or C, as well as AIDs or syphilis. He further noted that America is considered a “plasma safe zone” and sells primarily to Europe to help burned victims. Essentially, giving plasma is good for all involved. It’s good for the donor because it gives them an opportunity to get a little extra money. It’s good for those working at the Plasma Center because it creates jobs. But without question, it’s best for the victim that receives it. If you would like to give plasma at DCI Biological, have on hand a photo ID, social security card and proof of a local address-such as a bill or an envelope sent to you so they can verify you live locally.
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Should Ray Rice, now former runningback of the Baltimore Ravens, get another chance to play football after off the field issues with domestic violence? How serious should America and the NFL take this?
“I feel like he should be put in jail, or at least suspended for the rest of the season.”
Carly Weimer Freshman “Of course, his is actions weren’t acceptable but when you look at it, his wife didn’t really speak out about it that much. Even outside of the field, you’re representing your self and your team.”
Matt Smith Junior
“Basically, violence should be taken more seriously. At the same time, other people have domestic violence situations. Because people saw the video, it was worse. I don’t think it’s fair. Everyone knows what happened. He should’ve been suspended from more games sooner. I don’t condone hitting women.” Cortez Goodwin Junior
“I feel like they saw the whole video at first, but because he was such a good player, they made it lighter. They should have cut him the first time.”
Dominique Turner Freshman
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Football from page 1 making their sixth touchdown at the begging of the fourth quarter after an out of bounds call on the three yard mark. However, this didn’t stop the Rams from gaining control of the ball near the end of the game and successfully gaining redemption on the sixth touchdown leaving the score at 38-6. We hope to win all the games despite how challenging the Loan Star Conference is. We hope that we continue to improve each week, Coach Wagner said. Rams set the record straight for the start of the 2014 session by winning 38-6 against Western State Colorado University. During the Ram Jam tailgate numerous organizations around campus gathered together to show their support of Ram’s football. “We have a lot of spirit, spirit will take you anywhere.” Jake Jackson, sophomore, said. The Rams will face off against McMurry next week on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 7p.m. at LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Filed with the opening of the Loan Star Conference. Photo by Danny Meyer
Above: Ram football player goes head to head with a Western State Colorado University player on Saturday, Sept. 13. Left: Fred Key hands Roscoe the offical game ball after entering the stadium via Shannon Medivac. Below: Eirin Albritton performs with the Angellettes at Ram Jam before the first game of the season.
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Rambelles celebrate another win
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Hasbrouck scores the most with 20 digs Lela Howard Staff Writer The ASU Rambelles volleyball team faced Texas Women’s University on Tuesday the 9th at the Junell Center. The girls won three sets and both matches gaining a victory over the TWU Pioneers. Kelly Hasbrouck, freshman, scored the most points for the Belles with 20 digs and Shelby Wilt, senior, following with 19. Alexa Johnson, sophomore, and Katie MacLeay, junior, each scored 11 digs of their own. This is the seventh season at ASU for Head Coach Chuck Waddington. Previously, he was the assistant coach at Florida Southern College for five years. “Right now we are 4-1 and 1-0 in the Lone Star Conference. We are in a pretty good spot,” Waddington said. For the rest of the season, he is looking forward to “improving, watching our players develop and winning in front of a great home crowd.” The Belles are currently no. 25 in the nation according to week one’s AVCA Division II Coaches Top 25 Poll. During preseason, they were ranked no. 19. ASU has been ranked in 39 straight AVCA
Coaches Top 25 Polls and also in 72 AVCA polls in program history. The Belles entered the polls in 2011 at no. 20 and have not departed since. The team’s highest ranking was in 2012 coming in at no. 9. Last year they ended the season being ranked at no. 18. The team is made up of six freshmen, five sophomores, four juniors and one senior. Their next home game will be against Texas A&M Kingsville on September 20.
Photos by Summer Almaguer
From top: Shelby Wilt, senior, concentrates on hitting the ball over the net while going up for a serve. Above:Cerbi Ritchie, sophomore, volleys the ball back over the net and past Texas Women’s University’s blockers. Left:The Rambelles volleyball team celebrates a score against TWU.