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#MADDYSTRONG “National Donor Day!! My Maddy gave her heart away…. Happy real Valentine’s Day!!!”

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TRUTH VS. FACT “[no] writer can escape writer’s bias”

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FEATURED ATHLETE: COLBY MAIER “I would encourage everyone to get away from their books...”

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LIGHT UP MY LIFE “Get married because you want to be friends with that person forever. ”

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THE NEST: LOVE

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“The words resonated with the “We all ask one question,” he said crowd as he sang about our gener- quietly. “Why do I have to die?” ation’s kind of love”

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AUSA – Passing the Torch Andrei Defino | With the school

Givan Hinds News Editor

year drawing nearer to its close, the Andrews University Student Association holds annual elections to pass the torch onto the next team of student leaders.

As of Friday, February 13, 2015, the new AUSA team will consist of President Jason Shockey, Executive Vice President Benjamin Koch, Religious Vice President John Gonzalez, Student Movement Editor Samuel Fry, and Senator-at-Large Joseph Alexander Hearn.

“I’m happy with the election results,” Precious Makiling, a Freshman Pre-Physical Therapy Major, commented, “I feel like every person who won definitely has the potential to do great things and create change on our campus.”

After hearing all of the elected give their platforms on what they plan on bringing to the team and the students of Andrews University, many students voiced their

hopes for the upcoming year.

Senior Psychology Major Spencer Miller said, “I would want the AUSA to be a united front to truly find ways to cater to the students’ needs—financially, spiritually, and emotionally.”

Echoing Miller, students anticipate an AUSA team who provides a voice for them. According to their platforms, the new team aspires to listen to the students’ concerns and expectations and to act on them. Next year’s AUSA provides a promising and bright future for Andrews with fresh ideas for the next school year.

“I want the new AUSA team to breathe new life into what Andrews is,” Jordan Smart, a Junior Psychology major stated, “I really would love to see us as a campus affect the communities around us.”

Despite all the hype and prospect surrounding the new team

some students voiced their concerns and doubts.

“Things at this school can never change too drastically,” Daniel Hall, a Junior Marketing Major expressed. “A lot of the changes that I and a lot of the students would like to see are more wide, sweeping changes that can only be made on an administrative level,” he explained.

Whether it be to gauge and work on their effectiveness as a team, the execution of their promises, or their overall function as the voice of the students, AUSA will have a lot on their plate during their term.

With the newly elected AUSA officers, Andrews University can only wait and anticipate the plans for the upcoming year.

As Smart noted, “Let’s just see what these boys can do.”

The New Jim Crow in 21st Century America Andrei Defino | Michelle Alex-

ander, a civil rights attorney, advocate, and legal scholar, came to Saint Mary’s College on Monday, February 9, to host a lecture titled “Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness.” This lecture came at a time of high racial tensions in the U.S. and was based on her book titled, “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness,” which examines the current mass levels of incarceration in the United States that systematically oppress African American men, and (on a lesser scale) Latino men. The book’s foreword is written by philosopher Cornel West, who describes the book as the “secular Bible for a new social movement in early twenty-first-century America.” Alexander’s lecture addressed the U.S. criminal justice system’s ability to use the “War on Drugs” to

discriminate against and repress millions of African Americans.

Once many young African American men are labeled as felons they are trapped as second-class citizens in a country where they can be legally discriminated against, depriving them of a job, home, and education among many other necessities in life. These restrictions are referred to as “The New Jim Crow,” with many similarities to the original Jim Crow laws that prevailed in the former Confederacy. This claim is one that Alexander defends throughout her book.

Alexander asserts that there are currently more African Americans in prison today than were enslaved in 1850. This astounding fact comes to light at a time when it is believed that the election of President Barack Obama signals an era of colorblindness. It is commonly spoken, “If Barack Obama made it

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out of Chicago, why can’t other African American men make it out of their inner-city neighborhoods?” and “There couldn’t possibly be a racial caste system under the rule of an African American president.”

Alexander challenges this notion and argues that Obama’s election desensitizes individuals from believing that African Americans can be excessively discriminated against. The racial caste system that was prominent in the 1960s has not been done away with, but has simply been redesigned. The lecture, which captivated an audience of diverse people, took a look at the function of the criminal justice system as a modern-day system of racial control. With several Andrews students in attendance who had the opportunity to meet and speak with the author herself, the call to action was heard to fuel a nationwide social movement.

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Maddy Gave Her Heart Away Hinds | Madison Jewel Baird, fondly called Maddy, proved to be the ultimate Valentine this year. A 20-year-old Sophomore at Walla Walla University, she majored in Spanish and a pre-professional Nutrition and Dietetics focus. Her kind spirit, dedication to Jesus, and vibrant smile was said to permeate her home campus. Tragically, while riding her bike, Maddy was hit by a pickup truck on February 10, 2015. She was transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center and then airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington and placed in a medically-induced coma. Thousands across the globe prayed relentlessly for her recovery, and sister Adventist institutions left prayers and words of encouragement on Facebook posts under the hashtag “Maddy Strong.”

Members of the Walla Walla community prayed in groups and as a campus at noon on February 11 in front of their Administration Building. Many created personalized clothespins with the phrase “Maddy Strong” and students across multiple campuses wore them in solidarity. Friends from as far as Spain visited her bedside.

Maddy was surrounded by family and friends when she passed away on February 11, 2015. WWU President John McVay shared this statement: “Maddy was a bright light on our campus and in our community, and our hearts are broken.”

Despite the broken hearts of many in this season of love, someone in need of a healthy and whole heart Givan

was able to receive the gift of life through Maddy. On February 14, an organ transplant saved the life of another when Maddy gave her heart. Maddy’s mother exclaimed: “National Donor Day!! My Maddy gave her heart away…. Happy real Valentine’s Day!!!”

In reflecting on her daughter’s passing, Maddy’s mother released this poignant yet strong statement on the “Share love for Maddy” Facebook page the day after Maddy passed away: “It is the night. I hear the sound of the machines gentle working to keep my dear sweet girl’s body functioning until matched. Because of my daughter Madison Jewel Baird’s death, Maddy Strong will go on to provide life possible to 8 to 12 or even more because of her strong body. Lifecenter loved that she had no tattoos or piercings and ate healthy. (Rare) Climbed mountains and loved Jesus. Her strength and zest for life continues. Thank you for your grace filled words.

Yes our hearts are broken... but my God knows. He will walk this path with us. Then one day again Madison will run to me and I mean run.

She will leap into my arms and we will once again climb the most beautiful mountains together.

Maddy loved a crowd. So we will see you there.”

The Andrews University campus joins with our sister schools in the grieving of this young life, and we hope to live our lives to the fullest until Jesus comes and we are all reunited with our loved ones again.

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nity.

Since the majority of people who acquired measles were unvaccinated, much debate has followed on the legality of allowing children to be unvaccinated. Measles can easily spread when it reaches an unvaccinated community, which poses a threat to newborns and children who aren’t old enough to be vaccinated. Celebrities and politicians have come forward to speak out on this issue. Some argue for parental choice in regards to vaccinations while others believe vaccines should be mandatory by law.

Emma Worthington, a sophomore Nursing student, strongly endorses vaccinations. She explains that there will always be a slight risk, but “often the good outweighs the risk by so much that we don’t give it a second thought.

We don’t think twice about taking pain pills for a headache even though they might cause some kidney damage if taken in excess but not getting vaccinated could be a matter of life or death for some people. I wouldn’t want my child exposed to someone with a disease as possibly dangerous as measles, even if they had already been vaccinated. There is no reason to risk the comeback and possible mutation of something so dangerous when everything could have been prevented. You can’t go off an outdated, false study when it comes to something this serious.”

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Gielle Kuhn | The United States

has recently been inflicted with a multistate outbreak of measles.

The CDC describes the symptoms of the disease as including “fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, and sore throat. It’s followed by a

rash that spreads over the body.

Measles virus is highly contagious virus and spreads through the air through coughing and sneezing.

Measles can be prevented with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine.”

According to the CDC, the outbreak has spread over 17 states and afflicted 121 people from January 1 to February 6. A large majority of the cases have been attributed to an amusement park in California, where a tourist may have contract-

ed the disease overseas. The year of 2014 also experienced a record number of measles cases (644 cases from 27 states). The CDC reports that this was the greatest number of cases seen since measles was officially eliminated in the United States in 2000.

The BBC explains that the spread of the disease is being blamed on “anti-vaxxers,” or people who object to the vaccination of their children due to potential side effects of the disease, including autism and bowel disease. The anti-vax movement began in 1998 after the publication of a research paper by Andrew Wakefield, which indicated a link between autism and the MMR vaccine. He received incentives from anti-vaccine crusaders and faked part of his data.

He was eventually discredited in the medical and scientific commu-

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Get Class Credit for Walking the Great Wall of China!

Does walking on the Great Wall of China this summer sound like fun?

How about touring the Forbidden City, or discovering the history and hidden treasures of Shanghai and Hong Kong? The School of Business is offering a China Student Study Tour this May. It will be a wonderful opportunity to see a different part of the world and earn credits at the same time. There will be three classes offered that could fit most students’ class plan, no matter what their major. The classes are: Introduction to Global Business, the Principles of Marketing and Macro-Economics. If majoring in Business, these classes would definitely fit. For non-Business majors, the Macro-Economics class is a general education class and

the Principles of Marketing and Introduction to Global Business are required for several majors, or could be used as electives for others. Talking to an advisor is recommended.

Yet, it isn’t just about taking classes, since this tour will take place outside the classroom. Students will actually visit different businesses in China including a candy factory in Shenzhen, a silk factory in Shanghai and the Hormann Door Company in Beijing, as well as other significant landmarks.

The recommendation is to take two of the three classes offered, although students may opt to take one class. The cost for students taking two classes would be the

regular class tuition ($6354, plus summer school fees $134) with an additional $900 for the trip. This includes all trip expenses (i.e., transportation, hotels, food, tours, etc.) Some scholarships and other financial aid that is available to students during the school year can also be applied to the classes being taken. Check with a financial advisor for current information regarding these issues. This is a great way to get two classes completed and see China at the same time!

For more information contact Dr. Jacquelyn Warwick, School of Business, warwick@andrews.edu or 269-471-3116

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Measles Tips Jenna Neil | In recent months,

there has been an outbreak of measles. What do we need to know about measles? How do we prevent catching the disease?

Measles is a highly contagious virus that lives in the nose and throat mucus of an infected person and is spread mainly through coughing and sneezing. Symptoms begin with high fever, cough, runny nose, and red and watery eyes. 2-3 days in, tiny white spots (koplik spots) may appear and 3-5 days in, a rash breaks out. The rash usually starts at the hairline and goes down the neck to the trunk, arms, legs, and feet. When the rash appears, the fever may spike to 104o and after a few days the fever and rash subside.

Here are a few basic things you should know about measles from the CDC website.

-According to the CDC, there haven’t been any outbreaks in Michigan between December 28, 2014 and February 6, 2015.

-In 2000, the U.S. declared that measles were eliminated from the

U.S. In other words, the disease has been absent from the states for at least 12 months; it’s no longer constantly present.

-Every year, measles is brought to the country by unvaccinated travelers.

-In 2008, 2011, 2013, and 2014 there were more reported cases either because of increased travel to countries with outbreaks of measles or the spreading of the disease in pockets of unvaccinated people.

-The vaccine is very effective.

One dose is 93% effective and two doses is 97% effective.

-About 3 out of 100 vaccinated get measles.

-People are considered protected with 2 doses of the vaccine who are school-aged (K-12) or going to a high-risk country; one dose and preschool-age or not going to a high-risk area; a lab confirms that you had measles or are immune; or you were born before 1957.

How do we prevent contracting measles? Here are some tips!

-Be immunized. If you aren’t

sure, check your vaccination records (if you don’t have them, your parents probably will). If there isn’t any written documentation, you should get vaccinated with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine.

-If an unimmunized adult comes in contact with measles, it could be prevented by immediate vaccination (within 72 hours).

-Avoid contact with infected individuals.

-Maintain a strict hygiene regimen (wash your hands, etc.)

-Generally, anyone 18+ should get at least one dose of the vaccine unless they can show proof of the vaccine or disease.

-If you’ve had measles, your body builds up an immunity, similar to chicken pox, and there’s a likelihood you won’t get it again.

If you have any questions regarding the measles, visit cdc.gov/ measles/index.html. If you have any questions for campus safety, email safety@andrews.edu or call (269) 471-3321.

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Adventists and Fiction Alexi Decker | Fiction has always

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been a bit of a touchy subject in Adventist culture: many avid Adventist readers have been told at one point or other that a certain book was “bad” because it wasn’t “true.” Even if the condemnation wasn’t outright, sidelong looks at book covers and silent stares are familiar to plenty of Adventist bookworms.

Where does this prejudice come from? Since the Bible is all but silent on the matter, much of it comes directly from Ellen White. “The readers of fiction are indulging an evil that destroys spirituality,” she writes in Messages to Young People. And later, in Messages on Health, she writes that “Novel and storybook reading are the greatest

evils in which youth can indulge.”

Strong language! Clearly, her criticism is not exaggerated. So what does this mean? That all Shakespeare and Dickens and Twain are to be burned, condemned for their wickedness? What about our “Adventist novels”—the ones published by the Pacific Press or the Review and Herald? That’s a decision every person needs to make for themselves. But here are some things to consider: 1) What was the cultural context Ellen White lived in? Many of the popular novels in the mid- to late- 1800s were either sentimental novels—usually focused around young, virtuous women in trying circumstances—or stories that we today would call westerns, often

glorifying violence. How many American novels can you name from that time period? Chances are not many—maybe Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, or Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. Few of the popular novels released then are still considered good enough to be widely read. Ellen White’s condemnation of fiction may have been a condemnation of the inferior forms she was surrounded with, and not a complete damnation of the entire genre.

2) What does Ellen White mean by fiction? Although fact and fiction are often used as contradictory terms, the truth is much more complicated than that. Every novel you read has elements of fact in

it. The opposite is also true: every nonfiction book you read will have elements of fiction in it—because someone’s memory isn’t perfect, or because books read better when they utilize adjectives instead of just the bare bones of descriptive prose. Beyond that, Ellen White herself recommended John Bunyan’s classic Pilgrim’s Progress in The Great Controversy. And the Bible uses fiction over and over again to make a point—such as Jesus’s parables, or Paul’s metaphor of the armor of God. This kind of fiction is not condemned.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, not all fiction is created equal. Many books have beneficial, good things in them that foster the growth of knowl-

edge, spiritual discipline, and moral character. Many books have harmful things in them. Many books have both. As with other church issues, we must judge fiction with prayerful hearts and discerning, mature minds. Our duty as Christians is to dwell on “whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute…” (Philippians 4:8 NASB).

people react and how we react. We do not mindlessly internalize nonfiction in our day-to-day life, we use it to teach and learn and understand the world around us.

Why shouldn’t we interact with fiction in the same way? No, fiction does not relate factual events and objective truths. But a book contains the thought processes and dreams and beliefs of its author.

Summer blockbusters are not factual, and they rarely teach us profound truths about life and death, but they tell us what the world enjoys. The stories that sell are the stories that society cares about.

Bestseller lists contain the values that our country holds dear. The fictions that we spend our time and

money on are often reflections of who we are as people, not because they remake us in their image, but because we read what we love.

So why shouldn’t we expose ourselves to stories in the same way that we instinctively share thoughts and feelings with friends and strangers? We are analytical beings. We can analyze the books we read and the music we listen to in the same way that we analyze the morning news, in the same way that we silently comment on the lives and decisions of the strangers we talk to on the train. Think about what your favorite show says about life. Think about what your enjoyment of that story says about you. Why do you care about these

fictional characters? Why do you empathize with their pain or laugh at their jokes or cheer for their victories? You read and watch and remember stories whose messages you love. What is it that you love?

Many of the most popular stories of our time have dark, disturbing themes. So analyze those themes. Try to understand the values inherent in those stories. Pay attention to how you react to each story you come across. When you put down the book or close Netflix, remember what each story is saying, and walk away with a deeper understanding of society and yourself.

of researching to get all the details correct. This ordeal ultimately hinders them from presenting the truth of the narrative. If they think that certain facts should be smudged or overlooked to get their point across, creative non-fiction allows them the freedom to do so.

This is the subject on which many have become enraged when they discovered that certain works of non-fiction contained false information. Some of the more infamous cases are those of Greg Mortensen’s Three Cups of Tea and Lance Armstrong’s autobiographies being revealed as partially fictitious. To those who read these books, believing their authors to have gone through every experience listed within its pages, there is undoubtedly a sense of betrayal at being lied to. Mortensen’s fabricating his account of being kidnapped by the Taliban, and Armstrong’s neglect to mention that he took performance-enhancing drugs are serious lies, and make us change the way we perceive them once they are discovered.

But there are people who defend what both of these authors, and many others, have done. Laura Miller, author for Salon.com, has this to say about Mortensen’s book: “Three Cups of Tea” belongs to that category of inspirational nonfiction in which feel-good parables take precedence over strict truthfulness.” The satisfaction that one gets from reading the book comes from believing in the 100% factuality of the events it relates.

Likewise, Armstrong’s personal testimony is improved when one believes it to be due to his hard work. Ben Greenman of The New York Time lampoons against those who filed lawsuits against Armstrong. His article points out that if people want non-fiction without elements of fiction, then they should likewise demand that fiction contain no elements of truth.

Which leads to an interesting point. All fiction seems to possess truth, that is, beliefs and principles and ideas that one can gain value and meaning from. If this is true of fiction, then how less true can it be of non-fiction, regardless

of how much of it has been fabricated under the license of creative non-fiction?

I must admit that the degree to which an author misrepresents the reality of a story is of importance.

Some liberties that writers take are less forgivable than others, especially in cases where the author gains more renown from his lies than he perhaps deserves. People like Armstrong and Mortensen have had reputations sullied by doing just that. And yet, there still remains merit in what they have written, value in the non-factual accounts that they have published.

Non-fiction can be improved by the imagination. This isn’t always the case, as it is impossible to deny that any writer can escape writer’s bias. This complaint might be what sets people off about creative nonfiction; if you can’t affirm the veracity of someone’s story, then how can you be certain that their writing isn’t serving their own agenda?

In short, you can’t. But that doesn’t stop you from gaining narrative truth from it, even if you can’t accept it as historical fact.

Information taken from “Adventists and Fiction: Another Look” by Dr. Scott Moncrieff in College and University Dialogue.

Read Responsibly Isabel Stafford | Adventists are

well known for being suspicious of fiction, of movies, of popular music, and of alternate viewpoints.

I have heard many reasons for avoiding fiction–it’s a corrupting influence, it isn’t necessary or practical, it distracts from the truth, it contains convincing arguments for philosophies and religions that Adventists often view as immoral. The stories we consume expose us to ideas that we may unwittingly internalize, and contain violence and pain that may desensitize us to the pain that exists in the world.

Many of these are valid critiques of the place of fiction in the church. But here is the thing about

pain and suffering and differing philosophies and alternate religions: they aren’t confined to fiction. It is impossible to live your life without facing uncomfortable things, and many of us never know how to react when we have to deal with difficult situations.

Fiction contains those situations, and we often forget that it is not, in fact, impossible to expose yourself to new ideas without internalizing them. When we read news stories about wars and murders and robberies, we analyze them. We ask ourselves why these things happen and what the victims were like and what crimes like these say about the society we live in. We ask ourselves how other

Biblical Frivolity Emily Cancel | When participat-

ing in discussions of truth and creative non-fiction, it helps to understand the differences between the words “fact” and “truth.”

The Oxford English Dictionary defines fact as “That which is known (or firmly believed) to be real or true; what has actually happened or is the case; truth attested by direct observation or authentic testimony; reality.” (1.II.7) Fact is the indisputable version of life that we can observe.

Truth is defined as “The character of being, or disposition to be, true to a person, principle cause, etc.” (1.I.1.a) This word describes a more subjective interpretation of reality. Truth varies from person to person based on what beliefs they cherish, and what experiences they have been exposed to.

With these two definitions in mind, it is easy then to see what can be so troubling to people when reading creative non-fiction. When reading a personal essay, one might wonder if they are receiving an accurate account of events from the author. We could say that they

are seeking the “historical truth” of the story. This would be the factual details, things that we could confirm through research.

What we see more frequently, however, is authors who will stretch the facts of a memory. Employing their imaginations and their creative license, they will write a memoir that, if compared with a more factual account of the experience, would prove to be inaccurate or false. Yet, there still remain aspects of the story that possess truths, principles that retain more meaning in this distorted version of events than they might if the details had been more factual. This is “narrative truth,” and is the justification for creative non-fiction.

Lee Gutkind, founder of a magazine titled Creative Nonfiction, describes that genre as “true stories well told.” The aim is to present non-fiction in a way that engages the reader, making him or her interested in the subject the author writes about. For some, creative non-fiction allows the writer to avoid the long, strenuous process

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from believing in the 100% factuality of the events it relates.

Likewise, Armstrong’s personal testimony is improved when one believes it to be due to his hard work. Ben Greenman of The New York Time lampoons against those who filed lawsuits against Armstrong. His article points out that if people want non-fiction without elements of fiction, then they should likewise demand that fiction contain no elements of truth.

Which leads to an interesting point. All fiction seems to possess truth, that is, beliefs and principles and ideas that one can gain value and meaning from. If this is true of fiction, then how less true can it be of non-fiction, regardless of how much of it has been fabricated under the license of creative non-fiction?

I must admit that the degree to which an author misrepresents the reality of a story is of importance.

Some liberties that writers take are less forgivable than others, especially in cases where the author gains more renown from his lies than he perhaps deserves. People like Armstrong and Mortensen have had reputations sullied by doing just that. And yet, there still remains merit in what they have written, value in the non-factual accounts that they have published.

Non-fiction can be improved by the imagination. This isn’t always the case, as it is impossible to deny that any writer can escape writer’s bias. This complaint might be what sets people off about creative nonfiction; if you can’t affirm the veracity of one’s story, then how can you be certain that their writing isn’t serving their own agenda? In short, you can’t. But that doesn’t stop you from gaining narrative truth from it, even if you can’t accept it as historical fact.

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How Honest Is Creative Non-Fiction?

Chris Wheeler | When participat-

ing in discussions of truth and creative non-fiction, it helps to understand the differences between the words “fact” and “truth.”

The Oxford English Dictionary defines fact as “That which is known (or firmly believed) to be real or true; what has actually happened or is the case; truth attested by direct observation or authentic testimony; reality.” (1.II.7) Fact is the indisputable version of life that we can observe.

Truth is defined as “The character of being, or disposition to be, true to a person, principle cause, etc.” (1.I.1.a) This word describes a more subjective interpretation of reality. Truth varies from person to person based on what beliefs they cherish, and what experiences they have been exposed to.

With these two definitions in mind, it is easy then to see what can be so troubling to people when

reading creative non-fiction. When reading a personal essay, one might wonder if they are receiving an accurate account of events from the author. We could say that they are seeking the “historical truth” of the story. This would be the factual details, things that we could confirm through research.

What we see more frequently, however, is authors who will stretch the facts of a memory. Employing their imaginations and their creative license, they will write a memoir that, if compared with a more factual account of the experience, would prove to be inaccurate or false. Yet, there still remain aspects of the story that possess truths, principles that retain more meaning in this distorted version of events than they might if the details had been more factual. This is “narrative truth,” and is the justification for creative non-fiction.

Lee Gutkind, founder of a magazine titled Creative Nonfiction, describes that genre as “true stories well told.” The aim is to present non-fiction in a way that engages the reader, making him or her interested in the subject the author writes about. For some, creative non-fiction allows the writer to avoid the long, strenuous process of researching to get all the details correct. This ordeal ultimately hinders them from presenting the truth of the narrative. If they think that certain facts should be smudged or overlooked to get their point across, creative non-fiction allows them the freedom to do so.

This is the subject on which many have become enraged when they discovered that certain works of non-fiction contained false information. Some of the more infamous cases are those of Greg Mortensen’s Three Cups of Tea and Lance Armstrong’s autobiogra-

phies being revealed as partially fictitious. To those who read these books, believing their authors to have gone through every experience listed within its pages, there is undoubtedly a sense of betrayal at being lied to. Mortensen’s fabricating his account of being kidnapped by the Taliban, and Armstrong’s neglect to mention that he took performance-enhancing drugs are serious lies, and make us change the way we perceive them once they are discovered.

But there are people who defend what both of these authors, and many others, have done. Laura Miller, author for Salon.com, has this to say about Mortensen’s book: “Three Cups of Tea” belongs to that category of inspirational nonfiction in which feel-good parables take precedence over strict truthfulness.” The satisfaction that one gets from reading the book comes

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Modern Blackness: Don’t White-Wash My History Shastri Lloyd | Andrews Univer-

sity was recently under fire after posting an article to the agenda which read, “[the purpose of Black History Month] is to remember the events that took place when African descendants were enslaved.”

Outrage over social media ensued (rightfully so), and the article was later removed. However, this minimization of Black history to just slavery is more than an Andrews University problem. It remains an American one. History teaches us how we get from one era to the present, and how the impact of each individual or event can have on a nation. We have forgotten about the artists, activists, entertainers, authors, poets, inventors, engineers, and other contributions Black individuals have made to progress of America. And even

when Black history is recognized, only a select few such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Frederick Douglas, Oprah Winfrey, and Rosa Parks are ever acknowledged. American history has been white-washed, removing the influence people of color have made on our nation. Looking at the life of Lewis Latimer specifically, we can see how dangerous whitewashing American history can be.

Lewis Latimer was born in 1848 to runaway slaves, George and Rebecca. After the Civil War, Latimer found work at a patent law firm called “Crosby and Gould,” where he became a skilled sketcher of patent blueprints. He patented the Water Closet for Railroad Cars in 1874 which enhanced how toilets performed on trains. He later created the blueprints for Alexander

Graham Bell’s telephone patent in 1876. In 1880, he created the filament for Thomas Edison’s light bulb that completely revolutionized America. According to Blackinventor.com, as cities began to wire their streets for electric lighting, “Latimer was dispatched to lead the planning team. He helped to install the first electric plants in Philadelphia, New York City and Montreal and oversaw the installation of lighting in railroad stations, government building and major thoroughfares in Canada, New England and London.” After shifting his career to working for Thomas Edison’s company in 1890, Latimer “drafted drawings and documents related to Edison patents, inspected plants in search of infringers of Edison’s patents, conducted patent searches and

testified in court proceeding on Edison’s behalf.” His other patents and inventions include the safety elevator, a patent for “Locking racks for hats, coats, and umbrellas,” a patent for “Apparatus for cooling and disinfecting,” a Book supporter, the lamp fixture, and numerous others.

So why does Lewis Latimer teach us the danger of whitewashing history? For one, Latimer was extremely lucky to have been hired by the patent firm after the war ended in 1865. The Civil Rights Act that bans employment discrimination on the basis of race came nearly one-hundred years later in 1964; and even to this day, people still face discrimination in employment in spite of the existence of this amendment. His story literally shows us the risk of dis-

crimination. Keeping in mind he searched diligently to finally get the job that he did, who knows where modern technology would be if Latimer was never hired by any employers because they saw his race and sent him out the door.

Who knows where modern technology could have been today if American racism and discrimination didn’t close doors to people of different ethnic groups, sex, class, gender, or sexual orientation throughout American history.

There were probably many African American men and women who were more than capable of creating and inventing, but instead were systematically kept on the field as sharecroppers because of race.

Second, Lewis Latimer also teaches us the importance of Black narratives being told in mainstream

history education. Black representation isn’t only important in the media, but also in the schools.

How we “see” Black people affects how we address our racial biases and anti-Blackness. To see a race or ethnic group as less than human is the fuel for racism. Your limited and stereotypical view of Blackness, and dehumanizing portrayal of Black people on the TV screens and in the history books, can literally lead to my justified homicide; as proven by slavery, Southern lynchings, “lone wolf” attacks, the Ku Klux Klan, police brutality, George Zimmerman, and so on and so forth. As we study our history, it is important to see how we Black humans have not just been victimized by American society, but have also made effective contributions to American way of life.

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Featured Athlete: Colby Maier Tim McGuire Pulse Editor

Name: Colby Maier Class: Senior Major: Theology Sport : Basketball Position: Foward Interview by: Tim McLean What has your experience as a college athlete been like?

My experience has been great! I certainly feel like student-athletes are given a great opportunity to excel because, as I found, it keeps our lives more balanced. After exercising I’m able to think clearer, read faster, and work harder. I also can’t complain that I’ve been on some really good teams, with some really great guys in the past! It makes the journey that much more enjoyable.

What is your favorite memory being on the team?

I wouldn’t say I have a particular favourite, I view the entire experience as an enjoyable journey. It’s the entire journey, not one particular moment, which I cherish the most.

It hasn’t always been easy, but like I said, it keeps an individual organized and balanced. You gotta make a schedule and stick to it. If you are not motivated after practice to get stuff done, then you’re in trouble academically. My social life just kind of slides into the open time that I do have. I don’t really organize it.

What advice do you have for people to follow in your footsteps?

I would encourage everyone to get away from their books and do some form of physical exercise, whether on a team or just going to the gym. It will benefit the scope of your entire life.

What’s next after basketball and graduation?

Only the Lord knows. I’ve applied to pastor at a few different conferences, but I have no idea which direction he is going to lead me. It’s exciting times, and I just pray that I will continue to spend my time wisely as I enter this next area of my life.

How have you made time for your academic and social life while being on the team?

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Featured Athlete: Mindy McLarty Name: Mindy McLarty Class: Senior Major: Biology Sport : Basketball Position: Center Interview by: Tim McLean

shooting contests with Coach during practice, but the best memory is the great group of young ladies I’ve gotten to know and the experiences we’ve been able to share together.

What has your experience as a college athlete been like?

How have you made time for your academic and social life while being on the team?

It’s been a great experience. I love playing basketball and being able to play it at the collegiate level has been a lot of fun. I’ve made some good friends on the team as well.

It can be challenging at times to balance sports, school, work, and everything else a student has to worry about, but I’ve been very fortunate to have understanding professors who are willing to accommodate my schedule conflicts and that makes it easier.

What is your favorite memory being on the team?

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I’d have to say being on the team is my favorite memory. There are a few special memories such as going to the tournament in Texas last year and having 3-point

There isn’t a lot of time for anything else besides school and basketball. I definitely have to manage my time carefully and take advantage of any free time to study. I try to reserve Sabbath for spending time with friends, although the occasional Saturday night has been sacrificed to studying.

What advice do you have for the people to follow in your footsteps?

Learn to manage your time wisely and efficiently. It is a good skill to have anyways, but especially important as a student athlete. Also, don’t overload yourself and try to be involved in too many things.

While it’s fun to be involved, it can

get very hard to keep everything in the proper balance. Lastly, if sports is something you enjoy, go for it. It will be a rewarding experience.

What’s next after basketball and graduation?

I’ve got to focus on finishing my undergraduate degrees now and then I’m not quite sure. I will most likely pursue a masters in biology.

Any final thoughts?

If there is something you like to do, whether that’s sports or something else, do it. It’s important to have something to do that you enjoy doing. It helps keep stress down and is a welcome break from the not so fun things you have to do every day. And if you can fit sports into your schedule, it’s an experience you won’t regret and you’ll make friends you won’t forget.

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Men’s Basketball: February 17th, 2015 @ 7:30pm Cardinals vs. Kuyper College

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Brazilians Invade Andrews Indoor Soccer Intramurals Robert Machado | Every Febru-

ary and March brings excitement to soccer enthusiasts alike here at Andrews, as it brings indoor soccer intramurals. We’ve seen great individual abilities and team chemistry, but this year has brought a new flavor from South America.

This year we have five new students from Brazil who have come to study English and other courses. All five love to play soccer, and have caused quite a stir, bringing in their own individual flair to the competition. Squad Killers in group B of the tournament feature Jesse Amorim the goalkeeper and Daniel Braun who is the featured striker. Jesse has made a name for himself as being a tough keeper to beat and Daniel has dazzled the fans with his quick ball dribbling and flair on the court. In group A we have Guiovanne Venturelli, Denisson Lopes and his brother Wellington Lopes. The trio play for Samba Squad and have caused destruction in each game they play combining for a devastating 32 goals in 5 games. These first years

are showing that when it comes to soccer Brazilians are still the masters and should not be underestimated. Whatever happens in this year’s intramurals, one thing is for sure: these guys will give us something wonderful to watch and you don’t want to miss it. As we say in Brazil, “Jogo Bonito.”

AU Cardinals vs. Alumni Hockey Game Robert Machado | This Saturday

night, February 21, the AU Cardinals vs. Alumni Hockey Game will be taking place at 8 pm at the Ice Box in South Bend. The Cardinals will play AU alums, after which there will be a free open skate for all attendees. The Ice Box is located at 1421 S Walnut St, South Bend, Indiana. For more information, check out the AU Cardinals Hockey page on Facebook.

February 3rd, 2015 Cardinals - 68 IU Northwest - 44 February 12th, 2015 Cardinals - 75 Grace Bible - 53 Women’s Basketball January 27th, 2015 Cardinals - 26 Moody Bible Institute - 64 February 3rd, 2015 Cardinals - 18 IU Northwest - 79 February 12th, 2015 Cardinals - 21 Grace Bible - 63

February 19th, 2015 @ 8:30pm Cardinals @ Indiana University Northwest Women’s Basketball: February 17th, 2015 @ 5:30pm Cardinals vs. Kuyper College February 19th, 2015 @ 6:30 Cardinals @ Indiana University Northwest February 22nd, 2015 @ 3:00pm Cardinals @ Silver Lake College

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Humans

Love Bears

You Light Up My Life

Avery Audet | Valentine’s Day has

Mercedes McLean | Ivan and Liv-

recently come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the other 364 days of the year are without romance. There is a new couple in town, Lane Babb and Kim Park, both freshmen, and they’ve agreed to let me interview them on the subject of romance and Valentine’s Day. Dakota Hall Humans Editor

How did you guys meet?

We met during freshman orientation week at the honors program meeting that they held for prospective honors students.

When was the moment where you two were like “Yeah, let’s pursue this”?

Kim: I was interested in him for a while, but it wasn’t until he randomly told me about the time he raised quail and released them in his area—because the natural population was dying out—that I knew I liked him. I saw that he was extremely compassionate, and that settled it for me.

Lane: For me I guess I took a little longer. I met her early in the year, and never really planned on having a girlfriend freshman year. But towards the end of first semester we started hanging out more and I realized that I really liked who she was as a person. It was gradual, but once I actually got to know her, it really wasn’t a question for me.

It’s not really that important to either of us. We are celebrating it, but not going all-out or anything.

What is your favorite thing about the other person?

Lane: Well, there’s a lot of things.

But if I had to choose one I’d probably say her thoughtfulness and overall outlook on life. I guess that’s two things, but they go together well.

Kim: A lot of things—but one of my favorite is the way he makes me feel so comfortable. I can be a total dork and he still likes me.

If the other person were an animal based on their character, what animal would they be?

Kim: A big fuzzy bear—he gives total bear hugs.

Lane: I was going to say koala bear until Kim said that I was a bear.

What superpower best fits the other person?

Lane: Mind reader. She’s pretty good at figuring me out.

Kim: Super strength!

What does Valentine’s Day mean to you both? Is it just another day, is it really important, and is it necessary to release all of your mushy gushy romantic feelings?

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vy’s small apartment is now filled with paper lamps. The newlyweds have recently moved into their first apartment and describe a recent misadventure regarding lighting.

“We went to IKEA to get furniture and we made sure to get plenty of lamps, because lighting makes such a big difference in a house.

But we neglected to get lightbulbs.” They show the packaging which marks “EXCL” next to the picture of a specific type of bulb.

“Without thinking I had assumed that this meant ‘exclusively’, meaning that only this type of light bulb would work. But I know now it meant ‘excludes,’” Ivan explains as they laugh. “We love having our own apartment. Neither of us had ever lived by ourselves before; we had either lived in the dorm or with our parents. It’s wonderful to have a place of our own. It’s great being able to have people over.”

Livvy goes on to say that one of the perks that she has experienced by living off campus is that, ironically, she sees more people. “Because I’m not in the dorm I don’t have a place to retreat on campus.

I spend a lot of time in the campus center, so I see a lot of people” – an important factor for the AUSA President. Ivan, a recent graduate who has begun work as a graphic designer, faces the opposite adjustment. “I see the same three people all the time. I work in graphic design in St. Joe, which is great. But when I get home I would love to see more people. I feel like my social life has diminished. When people say that college was the best part of their life, they never really say

why. But I think it’s because there are so many people to spend time with or bounce ideas off of.” Livvy goes on to describe an unpleasant adjustment: taking care of snow. “I have to factor in the time it takes to clear snow off my car to get to school. I’m not used to that.”

Ivan and Livvy certainly have an exciting history. They met at Andrews Academy when Ivan was a senior and Livvy was a freshman and carried their friendship through seven years. Eventually “Ivan suggested that we be friends forever.” Livvy was initially uncertain about turning their long friendship into anything more.

Ivan decided to take a year to work on a documentary project visiting his family in Mexico. While he was gone Livvy made up her mind and surprised him by visiting him in Mexico, agreeing to forge a deeper, romantic friendship. Almost two years later the two were married, tying the knot at the beginning of Christmas break. “A lot of people thought we were foolish for getting married in the middle of the school year, but we’re really glad that we did. We get all this extra time together, time when we’re getting ready to go to bed or getting ready to go to work. To be honest, it’s way easier than dating.” When asked what they did for Valentine’s Day they laugh and say, “Just a typical romantic day, like every day. We went to the Nest [an arts program on campus]….We’re really boring actually.” But after further discussion they change their minds.

“We’re not that boring. We do a lot, which is really fun.”

Livvy graduates this spring

with her Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Religion and she has recently accepted a job working for the Southern New England Conference in Boston. “I’ll spend about half my time doing Bible work and the other half doing communications work for the Church.”

“And I’ll be a house-husband!”

Ivan chimes in. The two laugh as they look forward to building their lives.

When asked if they have any advice for people Livvy immediately replies “Get married!” and Ivan promptly says, “Actually I would say the opposite to most people.

I would say, ‘Break up with that fool!’” Eventually they concur that the whole things is probably a little more nuanced than either of those options. “Marriage is friendship,” Ivan states. “Get married because you want to be friends with that person forever,” Livvy concludes.

The brilliance of their smiles is enough to almost make one forget that they don’t have lightbulbs.

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Dare to Go the Distance Couple: Abel Yadata, dating Ariana Hartsfield Class: Senior Major: Communications Major Interviewed by: Kari Logan How did you meet Ariana?

I met her like two years ago when we were both nursing students.

When I first met her, I didn’t talk to her that much because I was the only guy in the class and I was relatively older, because I came over from another university, so I kept to myself. Then last school year we just started to talk a lot more and that’s when we started to date.

What was your first impression of her?

I thought she was a lot older than she actually is, just by the way that she carries herself. I personally like women who are strong and independent and are not part of a clique; they have friends, but can survive on their own and that’s who she was and who she is now.

Were you friends first?

We were friends. Once we all got accepted into the nursing program, I tried to get everyone to go and do things all together like going to the beach or to church because we were all going to be together for the next few years. It worked pretty well for the first three weeks, but slowly people started doing their own thing, but she kept hanging out and soon it was just us and it was pretty cool.

classes at home which are cheaper at a smaller college than they are here.

How did you make the transition from friends to a couple?

Any advice for long distance couples?

I like to be cheesy, so I wrote her a note “Will you go out with me” with “yes,” “no,” and “maybe” and we were sitting outside Lamson and while she was looking away I slipped it into her purse and later I texted her “Hey, I think I left something in your purse” and then she saw the note and was like “Really?”

With long distance, there’s always going to be miscommunication.

There’s always going to be context that you are missing out on in a text message. Even in phone calls, you can’t see their facial expressions, so there is going to be some kind of miscommunication. So the advice that I would give is always keep an open line of communication.

Have you been in long distance relationships before?

I’ve been in long distance relationships before and she did it once and that didn’t turn out so well, so she was kind of wary, but we always talk. As long as we keep communications open, we’ll be okay.

How did you become long distance?

She decided to take her Gen Ed

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Enactus

by Scott Moncrieff Faculty Advisor

Jacquelyn Warwick, Professor of Marketing, Faculty Sponsor for Enactus Arleni Calderon, Junior, Management, Co-Project Coordinator for Enactus Megan Reed, Senior, Marketing, CoMarketing Representative for Enactus Persons in photo(right) are in the same positions left to right.

Before we jump into talking about the Enactus projects you’re involved with, remind us what Enactus is.

MR: Enactus is a national organization that focuses on helping students create projects that empower the community, and show growth and sustainability.

So Enactus works through college “chapters,” and Andrews has one?

AC: Yes. How long has Andrews been involved with Enactus?

JW: Since 1998, I think.

So you have a group with officers and members, and you plan projects?

MR: Yes, and we go to a competition every spring, where all the chapters from around the country present their projects to corporate executives and other business people who judge the projects.

Arleni, I understand you’re involved in a project with a women’s boutique clothing store in Niles called Niles Styles. What’s happening there?

AC: The purpose is to take the business and market it, to build on the owner’s target market, so we can get more people through her doors.

It’s challenging, because the price range of the clothes is a little high for the blue-collar community she’s located in. Her store is surrounded by a lot of other stores [on Main Street], and we’re trying to make it more visible. We’re working on a social media campaign, as well as a sandwich-board sign for the business. We’ve noticed that a lot of small business owners don’t know much about the social media aspect of advertising.

What special about the clothes at Niles Styles?

AC: The owner has exclusive local rights to sell certain brands: Prairie Cotton, JesseNJane, and people can’t really get these in other places.

MR: And they’re all made in the United States.

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So what are you doing to get more people through the doors?

AC: The owner currently does word of mouth advertising and some paper advertising. Through social media we’re expanding advertising to people outside Niles, people who might have more expendable income.

How does a business like that get connected with Enactus?

Do you just walk down the street and poke your heads into businesses and solicit contacts?

JW: I used to do that. I knocked on doors up and down the community. I’m now on the advisory board for the Women’s Business Center Cornerstone Alliance, up in Benton Harbor, and they help women develop businesses. They have a ton of different businesses that have gone through their program for helping to start a business, so now I call the director for that organization, and she will get me in touch with people who have been in business for at least one year, who need marketing help.

Megan, what are some things you’ve learned from working with a business project?

MR: One thing that was really

cool about the Niles Styles project, is that we were able to get a grant through Enactus with Sam’s Club, which is with their Step Up for Small Business Project Partnership. They gave us $1500 to help this local business and show growth. We have to turn in a report in the middle of March showing what we’ve done, and how it’s improved. I’ve been learning that in business it’s really important to be results-oriented. It’s nice to have great ideas, and they might be really fun, but if it’s not going to bring people into the store, or if the owner is not going to experience growth, then it’s a waste of time and resources. That’s been a big eye-opening experience. It’s a lot about numbers. Because in class the projects are hypothetical, so it’s not that big a deal, but when you’re working with Sam’s Club, and they’re asking you for a report at the end, you’re like “there has to be something that we can show.”

How will you demonstrate results?

MR: We’re specifically going to focus on Facebook ads. What’s great about these is that you can track how many clicks per ad you’ve gotten. We can also track coupon usage in the store, along with new

customers in the store, and we can see how many new followers the store gets on Facebook. We’re also going to put up a sign in front of the store, because one of the issues is people don’t know where the store is. We can measure the store traffic afterwards against how many people came in a few weeks before this additional advertising.

Megan, you were involved with an Enactus health project at Ruth Murdoch in the fall.

MR: Yes, the Creation Health project. That program goes through each letter of the acronym, so C is for choice, R is for rest, and so on. It’s an eight-week program, which we did with the first graders at Ruth Murdoch. This program was also done the year before, and when the results were taken to the competition, the judges said they wanted to see more done in terms of sustainability and impact on the community. So this year we added on a community oriented health fair at the end. We got donors to give money to support the health curriculum at Ruth Murdoch, so they can go on more health-related field trips. Our donors were Adventist Health Systems, Hinsdale Hospital, Celebration Health in Florida, Lakeland Health Care,

and UMC Dentistry. We were able to raise $3,000. At the health fair, we were able to offer free dental screening, language and hearing screenings, blood sugar, blood pressure, we had a fitness station, and we also had booths that specifically talked about each letter of CREATION. It was a lot of fun. We called it a Super Health Fair and the kids were able to decorate superhero capes and be Superheroes for Health. It was really positive for the community: about 100 people received screenings, and we were able to donate about $2,000 to Ruth Murdoch to help with field trips for this year and next year. We were also able to cover our expenses and save money for implementing the project again next year.

So after doing your projects, are you more confident about making the transition from school to work after graduation?

AC: Yes, definitely. You have to get out there. We sat down with the owner of Niles Styles, you learn about business meetings, you present your ideas, get feedback.

What you have in your mind might be different from what they want, so you learn to compromise, and it’s good to take what you learn in

the classroom and see how it works in reality.

MR: I’ve learned a lot about the importance of communication. With any team project, you really see how communication and planning are keys to success.

Enactus is a national organization that focuses on seeing opportunity and taking action. To be a part of Enactus, you don’t have to be a business major, you just have to be passionate about empowering the community through sustainable action. If you are interested in joining Enactus or learning more about our projects, please contact Dr. Warwick, warwick@andrews.edu.

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The Nest: Love Fonda Mwangi | In the spirit of

Valentine’s Day, The Nest had a special love session dedicated to the season on Saturday, February 14. The Student Center amphitheater was filled with students ready to partake in the celebration of love. Red balloons surrounded the dimly lit room and the single spot-

light on the stage. One by one people performed their odes to love.

There were dancers who graced the limelight with their swift moves, and my personal favorites: the solo acts, the spoken word, poetry, and original pieces of music. Kyrk Defino (Junior, Medical Lab Science), performed his original ballad to

love. The words resonated with the crowd as he sang about our generation’s kind of love. Laughs echoed around the room as Jordan Smart (Junior, Psychology) performed stand-up comedy and, of course, his jokes were based on the theme of love, even making references to his past romances that didn’t end

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too well. I appreciate people who have a natural gift to lighten up the mood and make others laugh.

The mood of the room suddenly changed when Reginald Desrosiers (Junior, Psychology) shared his poem, entitled “Drunk in Love,” which discussed the dark sides of love. I enjoyed the sincerity of his words and his ability to make the audience feel his emotions with each line he read. The silence of the crowd spoke volumes to the appreciation of his performance.

Not all the performers were present on stage; Persephanie Chiddick (Senior, Communication) shared her piece via video. Her poem was her rendition of love, and her words flowed as she used the analogy of winter and summer to describe affection. Dachelle Cuke (Senior, Communication) made her entrance onto the stage and sat on the floor as she began her spoken word, starting with a complaint about a neck ache. She described searching for affirmation of love in social media likes. I admired how she was able to make everything so relevant to our time and age - the audience snapped in

agreement to her words. She concluded with how she should lift her neck up and search for love in the people around her. Recent alumnus Ivan Ruiz, the host of the night also shared some spoken word. He was able to touch the crowd with his words of admiration and fondness for his wife.

Overall, the Nest’s Love was indeed a success and a great way to commemorate this past Valentine’s Day. If you never have experienced the Nest, you are definitely missing out. Not to worry, the Nest will resume in March. Make sure you don’t miss your opportunity then.

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Horn Archaeological Museum Features Figurines from Tall Jalul Joelle Arner | Tall Jalul, Jordan, is

one of the largest excavation sites in all of the Madaba Plains region.

The Siegfried H. Horn Museum has been excavating ancient artifacts at this site since 1992. In this span of time, they’ve uncovered around 98 figurines, which are now on display in the museum. The amount of figurines may not sound like very many considering they’ve been excavating for thirteen years; but they don’t find very many in a season. Sometimes they only uncover a couple of fragments of a figurine. In fact, they have yet to find a figurine that isn’t broken. A lot of the figurines on display are from the Iron Age, while others are from the Persian period (8th – 6th century BC). Archaeologists believe that some were actual idols that people would place in the middle of a shrine when they went to pray.

It could very easily be compared to intercessory prayer, since people would often take a specific idol representing someone else they knew or their animals, and would pray to the shrine for that person or thing. One of the figurines on display is of a pregnant woman, so the people who used it may have been praying for fertility. There are also a lot of conical (cone-shaped) hats that very well could have represented deities of Canaanite or Ammonite origin. A biblical example of this is the story of Rachel in

Genesis 31, who took the Teraphim from her father Laban and hid them--they were similar to some of the figurines on display (although Jacob Moody, the curator for the Tall Jalul exhibit, believes that the figurines our archaeologists found were from a much later time and probably all Ammonite). Some archaeologists also believe that some of the figurines may actually be children’s toys.

In talking to Jacob Moody, I was able to find out how the idols were originally made. “They would make a master figurine first, usually out of [animal] bone or stone or wood,” he says, “and once they had carved that to perfect detail, they would take clay and press that figurine into the clay…then carefully pull it out so that the impression was perfect. They would fire that mold so that it [became] hard and [it] would become the master mold for all the figurines.

[Then] they’d take soft clay again and push it down inside that mold and then peel that out, and it looks like the original…they could make dozens of these figurines from that one mold.”

All of the figurines being displayed are on a temporary loan from the Department of Antiquities in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. We may have been the ones to have excavated them, but we do not own them. However, the

Horn Museum is the first to display them. There was quite a process that the museum had to go through in order to obtain them.

First, they had to express their desire for a loan to the local representative from the museum in the city of Madaba. Then the representative had to take the request to the department of antiquities who in turn talked to the head director for permission. There was a lot of paperwork and they needed to make sure everything was intact--an inventory list was made, everything was photographed, and every figu-

rine was numbered with bar-code like stickers in the least noticeable place. From there an itemized list was made, everything was checked and double-checked, and finally all of it was shipped to the Horn Museum.

From talking to Moody about the exhibit, I began to wonder just how valuable all of these figurines are. Surely they must be worth a lot since they’re clearly very unique and original. However, when I asked Moody about their value, he said, “How do you put a value on the only piece like that, that has

ever been found?”

He’s right, of course. The value of these pieces seems almost immeasurable. I would encourage you to go check out the exhibit for yourself if you get the chance; the museum is open to the public on Saturdays from 3-5 pm., and by appointment between 9-5 on weekdays. The Tall Jalul exhibit will be on display in the Horn Museum’s Madaba Plains Project Hall until April 30.

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The Shots Heard ‘Round the Press Demetri Kirchberg | It was dur-

ing the opening scene of American Sniper that I became uncomfortably aware, both of myself and of the rest of the other cinema goers.

We were locked onto images of a man pointing a gun at a mother and child. I had paid for my admittance, some brown, fizzy drink, and an excessive amount of popcorn, so evidently I was well prepared to watch a man take a life.

The sequences of ultra-realistic violence and death on the silver screen, paired with the affixed faces of this crowd, all the while stuffing sweet snacks into our faces, brought a sense of morbidity not only to what I was watching, but to what I was living.

American Sniper is Clint Eastwood’s most recent film - a biopic of Chief Petty Officer, the late Chris Kyle, the most lethal sharpshooter in U.S. history. Having received the AFI award for film of the year, and having garnered six Academy Award nominations, this film’s merits in cinematic and production are substantially undeniable.

Bradley Cooper has received praise from numerous sources for his convincing performance portraying Kyle, which is well deserved, but has not been the main focus for commentary on this film. The majority of screentime goes to scenes of Kyle in his four tours during the Iraq War, in which Eastwood did not shy away from being visually

explicit with the realities of modern warfare. News outlets, bloggers, and veterans alike have been criticizing this adaptation of Kyle’s autobiography for its “glorification” of war, and for its attitudes towards the Iraqi people.

I had read such an article before entering the theater, and a main point of aggravation for its author was the use of the word “savages” being used towards Iraqis. Knowing that I would be writing this review, I was on high alert for that term. Of course, calling someone a savage, denoting that they are lesser or untamed just on the criteria of where they are from is despicable, and racism in its truest form. If this was the whole depth of the reality in the film, it would be a simple argument--American Sniper is prejudiced against the Iraqi people--but when Kyle calls someone a savage, he is calling out a very specific man and his group. Excuse me if you disagree, but when someone is so deeply vile as to take a power drill to the flesh of a child, then I too would deem them and their associates savages, at best. Generalization is something to grapple with in this film, starting from the childhood scene where Kyle’s father instructs him that in times of present danger, speaking specifically about when his brother is being bullied and attacked, people fall into categories. Kyle has this ideology bestowed on him that

people are “wolves, sheep, and sheepdogs,” and he discovers that he is a fiercely proficient sheepdog, who humbly fulfills his duty.

I think he would agree with Voltaire’s famous quote “With great power comes great responsibility,” and though the need for power like Kyle’s is tragic, it has become an unfortunate necessity.

If I were to call out one particular scene where it seems Eastwood crossed a line, it would be right after the death of one of Kyle’s fellow soldiers and friends. After he hears of this news, Kyle rallies his troops and they set out on a revenge-fueled assault. The whole tone shifts to something much more like The Expendables than a film about the realities of war. While the musical score has been very minimalistic up to this point, all of a sudden there is a swell of composition fitting any blockbuster action flick.

Driving a tank, they bash through cars without reason, and it all just becomes uncomfortably cheesy, especially given the subject matter. This scene stands out of place,

and perhaps all audiences would have benefitted from it being cut.

It is my opinion that most of the unrest this film has caused stems from the abject ignorance the majority of our society has on this topic. I’m sure most movie critics can’t even begin to empathise with Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle, or any soldier for that matter. The mental training, and circumstantial burden on cognition that comes with being one of these men is so vast, that for lay people to sit in comfy theater seats and assume that they have the right to pass judgement exposes their incredible arrogance. It’s been argued that this type of narrative has no place being called “entertainment,” for who is entertained by the death of strangers and children? No doubt you would call such a person a savage. American Sniper is not just a work of fiction that raises controversy and pushes the limits of the arts. It has become these things and more. The tragedy is in its reality.

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AFIA Presents: Philipino Culture Night On Sunday, March 1, at 3 p.m., the officers and members of Andrews Filipino International Association (AFIA) present their annual Philipino Culture Night (PCN). PCN 2015 will feature a play about the life of Jose Rizal, one of the great-

est heroes of the Philippines, with a performance of cultural dancers and a serving of cultural food at Andrews Academy, located on the campus of Andrews University in Berrien Springs.

AFIA is an Andrews University

student club that promotes Filipino culture, values, and traditions to the campus and the people of the community. The group aims to create a diverse network of connections and relationships, bringing together anyone who may be inter-

ested in Filipino culture through a variety of events and programs. In addition to providing memorable experiences through fun events, AFIA also strives to inspire the spirit of love and support by advocating for different causes.

Through PCN 2015, AFIA hopes to provide support for the students of Central Philippine Adventist College (CPAC) through the donation of bibles. CPAC students hold evangelistic programs and bible studies around their community and are in need of bibles for their next evangelistic program in October.

Proceeds from ticket sales will be divided between overall expenses for PCN 2015 and bibles for CPAC. Tickets are $10 general admission; $5 for students (with any school ID); $2 for AFIA members.

Tickets can be reserved via email or purchased onsite. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact the club at afia@andrews.edu

Throwback of the Week: A Walk to Remember (2002) Cast (Stars): Shane West, Mandy Moore, Peter Coyote Director: Adam Shankman Rating: PG Runtime: 101 min.

Synopsis: The popular Landon Carter (Shane West) and the reverend’s daughter, Jamie Sullivan (Mandy Moore) are thrown together in an unforgettable journey about the nature of true love. **WARNING: Spoilers** Tanya Thomas | Director Adam

Shankman shares an astounding view of a unique romantic film that is sure to touch the hearts of many.

With the traditional high school environment, where relationships are more like trends, he gives the audience something more. Two very different people, Landon and Jamie, learn about love through spending time together and learning about one another--all while discovering what’s at hand. They learn that love is far beyond attraction and that there is more to attraction than what meets the eye.

Shane West plays Landon, a popular student with no known ambitions or dreams. In the midst of a prank between Landon and his friends, a fellow student lands in the hospital. Landon is ultimately held accountable and is faced with expulsion from school if he does not commit himself to after-school community service activities and acting as the lead in the school play, both of which Jamie is actively involved in.

After deciding to take things seriously, Landon asks Jamie for her help memorizing his lines. Jamie agrees to help him if he promises not to fall in love with her. Jamie does not fit his standards, so he saw no problem with her request.

Through much time practicing together after school, the two form a friendship - one that Landon did not want his friends to know about at first. After her performance during the play, Landon found himself in love with Jamie. She rejects him at every chance, until she sees him stand up for her, after a prank his friends played on her. It is then that Jamie accepts Landon and the two form a relationship. Landon sets out to make all her dreams

come true, when she reveals to him a secret: she has terminal leukemia. This really puts their relationship to the test and the two learn the true meaning of love.

This film really portrays the the sub-culture of today’s society: popularity being of significance to many people, especially students.

Today, we are so engulfed with Satan’s distractions that we forget who we are. Aiming to please and stand out, whatever the costs may be, is polluting each generation, and it is getting worse as time goes on. In this film, Jamie Sullivan (Mandy Moore), demonstrates perfectly how one can be themselves and live according to God’s word and be perfectly content, regardless of their so call “status” or situation.

This film is loved by many, including myself, because it teaches what true love is really about, while demonstrating a good example of someone living by God’s Word. I think every true Christian desires to live according to God’s will and his Word. This earth has been so tainted by Satan with false values and lifestyles. It has appealed so much to people that we have veered off the path of righteousness. Examples like this film touch us and remind us what it’s like to live by God’s will. That does not mean that things do not go wrong. As mentioned regarding the film, Jamie Sullivan is diagnosed with terminal leukemia, and her body stops responding to treatments. Even so, she remains at peace and turns to God. She refuses to let anything make her angry with Him. How many of us can honestly say that we act as Jamie does in the film?

It is never too late to follow the footsteps of Christ. Jamie helps Landon become a better person and her example can help all of us become more faithful people as well.

With pure and faithful hearts, true love can be found and nurtured, even in some of the most unexpected ways. A Walk to Remember portrays a love that is both realistic and miraculous and will leave an imprint on your heart.

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THE STUDENT MOVEMENT

The Last Word

Memento Mori

Melodie Roschman Editor-in-Chief

On the first day of Western Heritage in my freshman year, our professor Dr. Markovic stood in front of us and made a simple statement.

“All cultures, all worldviews, all human beings deal with one question.” He looked out at the fifty-odd assembled faces of the freshman Honors class. “Do you know what that is?”

Eager to impress him, we tried various answers: “What is the meaning of life? Is there a God? What happens in the afterlife?”

He shook his head. “We all ask one question,” he said quietly.

“Why do I have to die?”

Last Tuesday, February 10, on a warm, sunny afternoon at Walla Walla University, 20-year-old Madison Jewel Baird was riding her bicycle away from campus when she was hit by a truck. She was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle with severe injuries, where she died late on Wednesday evening surrounded by her family and friends.

In the hours following the accident, and in the days after her death, there has been an outpouring of grief, love, and support at Walla Walla, across Adventist campuses, and in the community at large. The hashtag #MaddyStrong has been repeated thousands of times on social media, distributed on clothespins at Maddy’s school and ours, and inscribed on the prayer wall in Campus Ministries.

On Sunday evening, hundreds attended a Celebration of Life service at the Walla Walla University church. The campus newspaper, The Collegian, dedicated their Feb-

ruary 12 issue to Maddy, entitled “With Love, the Collegian.”

Though I never met Maddy, like so many others I found myself hurting for her and the ones who loved her when I found out about her death last Wednesday night. I had just got back from hanging out with friends in South Bend—shopping for Valentine’s Day presents, listening to music, and laughing at Starbucks. When I saw the first Facebook posts, I felt the sudden urge to discover who this girl was who had died so suddenly and so tragically.

So I found Maddy on Facebook and I flicked through her profile pictures. She was beautiful, surrounded by people, seemingly al-

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removed from all of the grief and pain, could see her vibrant and illuminated. Through her pictures and her words, her comments and her friends, I became uncomfortably aware that she was as complete a person as I am, not just a news story.

I’m not writing this column to try and find some great meaning or purpose for Maddy’s death. How can I? There is no one to blame here, no disease to forewarn and prepare, no political cause to seize.

The facts are simple: a gorgeous, vivacious, kind-hearted girl was living an ordinary life. She took Spanish classes. She did yoga. She went out for coffee. And then, on an absolutely ordinary day, tak-

“I was struck with the strangeness of death in the 21st century...” ways laughing. I saw that someone had tagged her Instagram account in a post, so I scrolled through that too, saw photos of flowers, rock climbing, a trip to Salt Lake City only two weeks ago. I was struck with the strangeness of death in the 21st century; how through social media strangers become more than a eulogy. I, someone who had never met her, who was so

ing every precaution, she died. She had a strong faith in God, and died with the assurance of the resurrection, an assurance that gives her loved ones the hope they so desperately need. But that does not make her death any less senseless.

The promise of dawn does not prevent the night from being dark. We are left asking Dr. Markovic’s question: why did she have to die? Why

do any of us?

To me, an observer who can empathize but not comfort, who can offer no tribute that will not be said more personally and eloquently by others, afterimages of Maddy’s life make one truth inescapably clear: we die in the middle of life. Human stories don’t have perfect, poetic resolutions. We all end in the middle of a sentence.

Though I don’t have any neat, easy conclusions to draw from this brokenness, I think I have come to a closer understanding of what #MaddyStrong means. That Wednesday night, reading the outpourings of emotion that came from around the world, I felt a sudden need to tell the people in my life that I loved them. It was past 3 in the morning, but I sent out text after text of “I love you,” suddenly conscious of how many people I would be devastated to lose, who surrounded and strengthened and cherished me. To me, #MaddyStrong is an affirmation of love and community and the embrace of the ephemeral joy of life. It is chiaroscuro: “light as highlighted and made prominent by the darkness.”

On her blog, Maddy wrote these lines: This is life Empty, confused and filled with strife People try and make plans Truth is it’s all in God’s hands I’m waiting Empty handed and contemplating We gotta just enjoy the ride For soon we will run out of time.

Word Processor Added to Secretarial Equipment February 18, 1980 JoAnne Christiansen

Hindsight

|The Department of Secretarial Studies has added a Micom 2001 word processor to their range of equipment.

As a result, starting spring quarter a class will be offered in word processing.

A word processor is a small selfcontained computer which is programmed by a master key, an object similar to a square 45 r.p.m. record. Operators may type information on a video display, push a button, and the word processor will print out the message at a rate of 560 words a minute.

Secretarial studies has wanted a word processor for six years. Bonnie Jean Hannah, a Professor of Secretarial Studies, said that more places are beginning to use word processors. For example banks, hospitals, law firms, and many businesses all use them.

Hannah said there is a tremendous need for trained workers in

the area of word processing. This was the reason secretarial studies purchased the word processor.

Hannah went on to say that this training will be of great advantages to students entering the job market.

The Micom 2001 was purchased from an agency in South Bend, Ind., conveniently located for service and maintenance.

The cost of the processor was approximately $17,000.

The Micom 2001 can edit copy by taking a word, line, or paragraph and and deleting it from the copy.

Deletions then can be replaced with new material.

File management is possible through use of a memory. Any stored information can be automatically retrieved.

Some practical features of the word processors are a vocabulary function and a multiple margins function. The vocabulary function

allows storage and retrieval of frequently used words or phrases for future use. The multiple margins function is capable of creating up to nine independent sets of margins.

The other applications of the Micom 2001 are statistical typing and graphics.

Optional features include Math pak II, records processing, keystroke memory, and sort.

Math pak II allows one to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and to verify lines, columns, totals and subtotals. Keystroke memory enables one to store and recall complex commands and keystroke sequences.

The records processing function makes it possible for the word processor to retrieve records which contain specific words or numbers.

Finally, the sorting feature assists in placing information in alphabetic or numeric sequences.

In the class offered spring quarter not all of these functions will be taught. Only the basics of operating the word processor will be covered.

The basics include straight copy entry, line tabulation, insertion/ deletion of copy, movement, justification of copy, and merging of copy.

Hannah will be the instructor for the course, which will be limited to senior secretarial majors. After spring quarter, the class will be open to anyone who can type 50 w.p.m.

In the future, there is a possibility that more specialized courses may be offered following the introductory course.

Hannah said that before the end of the school year there will be an open house at which there will be a demonstration of the word processor.

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