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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
VOL. 86 ISSUE 03
Rams ensure long ride home for SFU ASU Rams dominate FSU 68-7
Jeremiah Devereaux, staff writer
The ASU Rams football team on Sept. 14 battled against the Simon Fraser University Clan at the LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field. Traveling from British Colombia, Canada, approximately 2,000 miles from home, SFU came to play traditional American football. In the first quarter, the ASU took over the scoreboard with a 21-0 lead. “I wasn’t surprised at all about the lead,” linebacker Micah Flowers said. “We worked well all week during practice so we could dominate from the start of the game to the last snap.” ASU continued to score handily into the second quarter. Senior Payne Sullins made a 14-yard pass to junior Keke Chism to add more points to ASU’s lead. Shortly after, sophomore Jared Defelice made a 30-yard field goal to add three more points. The Rams would score three more touchdowns in the quarter, including a 49-yard run from senior Lloyd Howard III, a 16-yard reception from senior Charlie Rotherham to freshman Austin Landry and an 83-yard fumble recovery from sophomore Dagen Dunham. Heading into the second half, the Rams had increased their lead to 51-0. SFU would put their first points on the board at the end of the third quarter, which brought the score to 54-7 heading into the fourth. Flowers said after SFU scored, he told himself to not let it happen again. “We wanted to keep them to just one touchdown,” he said. In the final quarter, ASU defeated SFU by 61 points, ending the game 68-7. Overall, ASU had a total of 285 rushing yards, 311 passing yards, 5 sacks and 84 plays. “I felt great at the end of the game,” Flowers said. “I wasn’t really tired, I just wanted to go inside and celebrate with my teammates after a good win.” Photo by Cora Bishoppetty: Lloyd Howard III, senior, fights off his defender before running out of bounds. Howard, rushed a total of 130 yards against SFU.
Photo By Cora Bishoppetty: Dagen Dunham, sophomore, celebrates with coaches and teammates after making an 83- yard touchdown. Dunham came to ASU from Muleshow, Texas.
Belles face tough competition ASU Soccer takes a close loss 1-2
Ashley Rodriguez, staff writer The ASU Belles soccer team on Sept. 13 faced a difficult loss against the Regis University Rangers. During the first half of the game, the Belles had some tough challenges with scoring against the Rangers’ defense. Within six minutes of the first half, Regis took the lead when they made a corner shot. There
were several instances the Belles attempted to score, but Regis would prevent them from succeeding in their initial attempts. During the latter portion of the second half, sophomore Gabby Villagrand took a 25-yard right corner shot to tie the game with a score of 1-1. However, with about eight minutes left in the game, the Rang-
ers secured the ball and scored, which ended the game 2-1. Sophomore Kelsey Henning said it was discouraging when Regis scored on the Belles, but she felt they came together stronger as a team to score a goal of their own. “There is always room for improvement,” sophomore Kelsey Henning said. “We played pretty solid today, despite not getting the win, but it was a big victory for the team because we are a bunch of new players coming together.” Earlier this week, two Belles earned Lone Star Conference awards. Sophomore Marissa Berry earned Defensive Player of the Week, along with freshman Valerie Solis who earned Offensive Player
of the Week. Berry provided a strong wall of defense as they played New Mexico Highlands University on Sept. 8 and controlled the ball from the opposing team. Solis’ impact for the team included scoring 4 goals for the Belles, two against Fort Lewis College on Sept. 6 and two against NMHU. The Belles’ next home game will be against St. Mary’s University on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m.
Photo by Ian Saint: Trenadey Scott, senior, hurdles a defender for Regis. Scott has been a forward for the Belles since she was a freshman at ASU.
9.20.2019
Major decisions made easier Get hired and network too Fair presents information on majors/minors
Part time job fair offered to students
Sophia Gravatt, staff writer
Sophia Gravatt, staff writer Representatives of local businesses on Sept. 11 met with prospective part-time employees during an event in the Houston Harte University Center. Approximately 160 ASU students, members of the community and Howard College students attended the Part-Time Job Fair put on by ASU Career Development. The fair, which was free to attend, allowed students to not only find parttime employment, but also find a position that will build their skill set and provide experience in their chosen field.
Freshmen and sophomores on Sept. 9 gathered in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center for information on majors and minors. Academic adviser Jazmin Hernandez said all the General Studies 1181 classes, as well as freshman and sophomore students with less than 45 credit hours, were invited to the Majors and Minors Fair. Hernandez said the fair allows students to obtain information and to
have questions answered all in one location. Advisers set up booths with information about different majors. Representatives from the Career Development office were there as well to answer questions and inform students about different academic resources. “This event takes place to help undecided students choose a major, help those who have a major, but no minor, and help students un-
derstand what they can do with their major,” Hernandez said. “We had 151 students RSVP in advance for this event, but we know more attended.” Freshman Alyssa Herrera said she attended the fair for her general studies class. “I kind of have an idea what I want to do, but I’m also not exactly sure, so I hope this will help me find out specifically what I want to do,” she said. Freshman Haley Guerrero said she attended the fair as part of her career exploration class. “I’m an undeclared major, so this fair really helped me clarify what I want to do,” Guerrero said.
Photo by Ian Saint: Undeclared students had the chance to meet and discuss with advisers many of the majors offered at ASU.
It also presented an opportunity for students to practice their networking skills with employers. A total of 21 employers set up booths at the fair. Some of the employers included CAL’s Convenience Inc., Jimmy John’s, Liberty Tax Service, MHMR Services for the Concho Valley, Shannon Health, Sitel, TimeClock Plus, West Central Wireless and YMCA. “This event is held twice a year — once in both the fall and spring — and is held at the beginning of each semester,” Career Development assistant Adra Enos said. “This fair helps the employers of San Angelo find part-time employees and welcome students to San Angelo, Enos said “Students have the opportunity to meet with a group of diverse employers in one location. If students are new to town, then they get to know what businesses are here as well.” Photo by Cora Bishoppetty: Olivia Campos, senior, spins a wheel to see what prize she could take home from the liberty tax booth. The Part-Time Job Fair, is an annual event held once every semester, in the CJ Davidson center.
Rehm raises awareness on suicide Counseling services provides training on suicide prevention Jeremiah Devereaux, staff writer
Counseling services on Sept. 10 provided suicide prevention training for students and faculty in the Nasworthy Suite of the Houston Harte University Center. Mark Rehm, director of counseling services, presented QPR Gatekeeper training to the approximately 30 students and faculty members in attendance. Rehm displayed many tools to help people understand the importance of suicide prevention and offered statistics, scenarios and videos featuring firsthand accounts of people struggling with depression.
During a segment on emotion and reaction, Rehm said it is important to understand a person's thoughts and feelings because it will be easier to help them. “It’s normal to feel fear or anger, but always be supportive and put yourself in their shoes,” he said. Rehm also discussed warning signs and clues, which he said may be direct or indirect. “I’d rather you confront someone directly, and let them be angry, rather than having an obituary,” Rehm said. He also touched on risk
factors and talked about drug and alcohol use. “We don’t make the best decisions when we are drunk or high, so keeping them out of our life will help us make better decisions,” Rehm said. Rehm also had a group activity to help better identify and find common problems. He read a case study aloud about a girl whose behavioral patterns and social status had changed throughout the semester. The groups then discussed the case
study amongst each other. Those in attendance earned a certificate upon completion of the program and left the training equipped with the necessary skills to aid in suicide prevention. Photos by Cora Bishoppetty: Mark Rhem, director of counseling services, presents resources to trainees to help create a better understanding of people who may be struggling with depression. QPR training, is a part of the QPR institute, which became its own independent organization on July of 1999.
9.20.2019
Think D.O.M.
Three ways to help get through these days Dominic Rodriguez, graphic designer
There is no denying that college can be a lot to handle at times and can put you out of your element. However, it’s up to you to push through these tough times that seem endless. I’m here to tell you exactly how you can have a better outlook on things, which in turn will inspire a calmer state of mind. DETERMINATION is the first step in overcoming your college adversity. When you’re given assignment after assignment and dealing with impending due dates, it can feel a bit overwhelming. But there is no reason for you to just shut down or take your foot off the pedal. You have to be determined to succeed. Something needs to get that motor running. You’re here for a reason, right? To graduate? To make your parents happy? To make a better living for yourself? To gather as much knowledge as you can? Everyone
has a different aim, but we all have the same target: walking that stage. It’s up to you to tell yourself that you can do it, don’t give any less than what you’re capable. No two people think or learn the same, so find what makes things easier for you and do it. You have a stronger will than you think. Own it. OPTIMISM is a huge part of how easy or hard things can be. If you genuinely believe in yourself and that you do in fact have what it takes to be successful, then you will be. When you have doubts about anything, it is your doing and you’re already putting yourself at a disadvantage. Why not have the utmost faith in yourself? No one is getting up at 8 a.m. for you, listening to your lectures for you, walking up and down the mall every day for you and there’s especially no one thinking for you. These are all things you do for yourself, so why sell yourself short on any of them? Believe the work you’re putting in will pay off because, believe me, it will. Just saying something as simple as “I can do this” can change the outcome. You passing an exam isn’t the craziest thing that’ll happen in this world.
Last, but not least, MOTIVATION. How do you plan on getting anything done if you aren’t motivated? You need some sort of drive. Something to get you out of bed in the morning. Don’t let the fact that you can only miss three classes before you’re deducted a letter grade be the reason you go. You’re better than that. Let the fact that you have the opportunity to gather more information about the field of study you’re genuinely interested in be your motivation. Let the fact that you or your parents are coughing up god knows how much money to attend these classes be your motivation. Let you be your own motivation. Have the want and the will to be the best you you can be. No one is, or will ever be, a perfect person, but you are the most perfect version of you there will ever be. Live up to your potential, don’t ever sell yourself short and know your worth. You’re worth so much more than you think.
Sidewalk Survey If your favorite celebrity was teaching a class, who would it be and what would they teach?
“We will go with Matthew McConaughey. He would probably teach some sort of theater class.”
“Ariana Grande would definitely teach voice lessons. I love Ariana Grande so much. I think she’s one of the few artists that has a strong, amazing voice.”
”Bradley Cooper, and if he taught a class, probably English.”
- Corbett Snoe, junior
–Taylor Avant, sophmore
-Madison Peterson, freshman
”Tom Cruise, and teaching a war class”
-Xavier Johnson, sophomore
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9.20.2019
Prevent, advocate, and care Flags planted for suicide awareness
Ashley Rodriguez, staff writer
Active Minds and counseling services on Sept. 10 held the second annual Flag Down Suicide event to commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day. The two organizations placed 11,000 blue and gold flags on the lawn of the Houston Harte University Center. The flags represented the average number of college students who lose their lives to suicide annually, said Active Minds president Jaimee Hall. Blank, white flags were also available to students and faculty to place in remembrance of a friend or family member. “The 400 white flags are for students here who want to dedicate a flag to someone they might have lost,” Hall said. “Angelo State has had a long history of no suicides on campus, but it’s not the case elsewhere.” Active Minds seeks to change the conversation about mental health, Hall said. “We want people to feel comfortable and open talking about their own mental health and feel more comfortable supporting our peers who may be struggling with mental health,” she said. “Our organization is welcome to anyone and all majors. We are just a group of students who just want to support our peers.” The organization often works with counseling services to raise awareness about mental health on campus. Mark Rehm, director of counseling services, discussed the various options for students to take advantage of if they are experiencing depression or suicidal ideation. “We offer individual counseling if you are experiencing any depression or suicidal thoughts,” Rehm said. “We also have group counseling, which may not be targeted specifically to suicidal thoughts, but we will work with you.” Rehm also made mention of the ASU Crisis Help Line, which is available 24/7 for students at 325-486-6345.
“We are here to provide support and teach techniques and coping skills for when you are having suicidal thoughts, so you don't make a choice that is long-term,” Rehm said. “We are all about training, preventing and educating.” Counseling services also offers a suicide prevention training program called QPR —question, persuade and refer — which demonstrates the warning signs of suicide and how to prevent it. They also hold a workshop where they teach students how to approach and help a friend experiencing suicidal thoughts. Another outside source available if you know of someone who is facing suicidal thoughts is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which is available at 1-800-273-8255. Don’t hesitate to help protect someone’s life or let others know that their life is valuable.
Photo by Cora Bishoppetty: Top: Flags fill the UC lawn, to help spread awareness on suicide prevention.
New caf, who dis? ASU completes renovations on new cafeteria Ashley Rodriguez, staff writer
ASU on Aug. 26 reopened the fully remodeled Caf with new dining options for students and faculty to enjoy. Nine months after the demolition process began in December 2018, the Caf has opened for full-service heading into the 2019 fall semester. The $8.6 million facelift offers many new restaurants and features. The dining selections now include Tu Taco, Bowl Life, G8, Flame, 500 Degrees, The Kitchen, The Pantry, Indulge and Fresh
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52. Stacey Patterson, director of marketing and guest services, said options offered may vary depending on the opinions of students. “We look at student feedback from surveys” Patterson said. “With the concepts of Bowl Life and Tu Taco, hopefully we can interchange them from the feedback we receive from student surveys.” Patterson said the kitchens also underwent a remodel to ensure the staff proper space to work together comfortably and proficiently. “The improvements consist of major changes in equipment that allow us to cook and make food more efficiently,” she said. “The kitchens were all conjoined together, which made it a little cramped in the main kitchen to prepare food. In the construction plans, efficiency was a factor that we really took a deeper look for the layout of our kitchens.” The Caf also boasts new architectur-
al and technological features, which include a raised ceiling, open views, new furniture, televisions and even an interactive online music service where guests can make song selections to be played in the building. “Raising the ceiling significantly makes the space feel larger and students love the open airiness,” Patterson said. “Relocating the door to the mall makes it more convenient for our guests and also allows for a full window view in the front.” Sophomore Xavier Johnson said he was thrilled to finally have the opportunity to patronize the newly renovated Caf. “It feels like it has a more inviting atmosphere than what it was before,” Johnson said. “The TVs are pretty cool, along with choosing your own music. There are more options, which is pretty cool. It feels better to be able to eat more than one thing than to just continuously eat the same thing every day.” Patterson said ASU plans to have a grand opening for the Caf in October.
Events Calendar Friday 9/20
-SPOL(Strategic Planning Online)Training - Open Session 8:30am - 11:30am *MCS Room 106
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Saturday 9/21
-ASU Volleyball at Eastern New Mexico 12:00pm - 2:00pm *Portales, NM -ASU Soccer at St. Edward’s University 2:30pm - 4:30pm *Austin, TX -ASU Football at Texas A&M-Kingsville 7:00pm - 10:00pm *Kingsville, TX
Monday 9/23 -TSI 10:00am - 5:00pm Weekly (to Oct 7) *Vincent Building - Room 291
Tuesday 9/24 -Cafecito: Free Coffee! 9:00am - 12:00pm T/TH (to May 28) *UC Room 114 -Guest Artist Exhibit - Sammy Peters 9:00am - 5:00pm M-F (to Sep 27) *Gallery 193, Carr Education-Fine Arts Building
Wednesday 9/25 -ASU Volleyball vs Lubbock Christian 7:00pm - 9:00pm *Junell Center