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Brooms and budget cuts UW janitors work long hours to keep campus clean, but financial strain has meant more work for less pay.

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UW updates sexual assualt education curriculum U Got This! will be required for all first-year, incoming transfer students, taking the place of previous online Tonight program by Izabela Zaluska State Editor

As the former Tonight program comes to an end, University Health Services has adopted a new program to help educate incoming freshmen about sexual assault. With the focus of working on updating campus policy on sexual assault and increasing staff to provide more victim support, UHS will require all first-year and incoming transfer students to complete a new interactive violence prevention training program called U Got This!. The replacement of the Tonight program was something UHS has seen coming since the program was intended to be used for three to five years, UHS violence prevention specialist Alex Nelson said. Online programs, especially those that are video-based like Tonight, tend to get outdated “pretty quickly.” Initially, Nelson said UHS approached the Tonight program with a short term model, expecting it to become outdated because policy

changes happen often and resources shift. Instead of being video-based, U Got This! has a narrator and an animation component to it, Nelson said. The program has a “choose your own adventure” approach, where students can respond to the narrator with their own responses. “When you give a snarky response to the program, the program will give you a snarky response in return,” Nelson said. “In a similar vein, when you are responding honestly and genuinely interacting with the program in a meaningful way, you’ll get a lot of positive encouragement.” Even though the Tonight program was informative, UHS peer educator Allie Little said U Got This! is more entertaining because of the interactive components. U Got This! covers similar topics to Tonight, such as sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, sexual harassment and stalking, but it does so by looking at the topics through a

cultural perspective, Nelson said. “[Tonight] focused on individual behaviors in a specific context at one point,” Nelson said. “U Got This! takes a step back and looks at it a little bit more culturally and a little bit more broadly. It looks at the messages our society has around gender-based violence and how, in some ways, our society condones gender-based violence.” In addition, U Got This! feels more like “one conversation” instead of separate topics put into one program, Little said. Along with completing the U Got This! program, first-year and incoming transfer students will be required to complete a 90-minute Get WIse workshop during their first semester. The workshops expand on topics found

in U Got This!, Little said. Some of the topics covered in the workshops are healthy sexuality, sexual violence, healthy dating, how to support survivors and bystander intervention, Nelson said. This in-person component was introduced last year. “In our focus groups, both students and campus partners rated U Got This! as highest scoring in user engagement, alignment with campus culture and prevention theory,” Nelson said. “This is a very highly rated program by students, and I think we have a very exciting semester ahead of us in seeing how the incoming class feels about it.” The program will be available to students Aug. 1.

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Madison joins Dane Buy Local to boost city economy The organization hopes to encourage consumer spending at local retailers through collaboration between local businesses by Avery Aurand City Editor

As of June, the City of Madison became a new member of Dane Buy Local, an organization focused on enhancing the quality of life in Southern Central Wisconsin by promoting and supporting local businesses. The mission of the organization is to educate the public about shopping locally, promote their members, products and services and collaborate with other local businesses to strengthen the local economy, according to DBL’s Executive Director Colin Murray. A majority of the 600 businesses within DBL are found within Dane County, and most are located in Madison or the nearby suburbs, Murray said.

“Our goal is to give the local guy a shot,” Murray said. “You’re not shipping your money to Arkansas, Sears or Walmart. That money will stay in the city and the local economy.” As a leading organization within the American Independent Business Alliance, DBL accepts a wide variety of businesses, Murray said. Retail and food-related companies are well-represented, but the majority of members are business-to-business industries. The city government, specifically Mayor Paul Soglin, has been greatly supportive of their initiatives, said Murray, and has identified DBL as a major driver of Madison’s economy. “Dane Buy Local is a vital advocate for locally-owned businesses in our community,” Soglin said in a statement. “It has been a

partner with the city on key efforts to make Madison a great place for independent businesses and diverse entrepreneurs.” While some are thrilled about the city’s inception into the organization, others are more skeptical. University of Wisconsin professor and Community Development Specialist, Steven Deller, said while Madison’s buy local market is slightly larger than most communities, in general, buy local programs have marginal impacts on people’s shopping behavior. “Too often I have seen communities pursue ‘buy local’ initiatives thinking it would save downtown and they fall short,” Deller said. “It’s not that simple, and too often people approach it as a magic bullet — it is not. It can be part of a more comprehensive set of strategies.”

Deller added the university should be factored into the equation as well, to encompass the specialized group of shoppers that patronize the downtown area. Murray agreed DBL has had trouble focusing on student-shoppers. Online shopping, such as Amazon, is their biggest competition. The immediacy and wide-range of products makes it difficult to keep up, especially with student-shoppers. Despite challenges, DBL has made strides within the community. Murray referenced Soap Opera, a local business which has embraced DBL’s initiatives and benefited from their partnership. “This is really a partnership between Dane Buy Local and the City of Madison to work together in order to build a local economy which benefits all of us and allows for a nice

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Dane, Cook County partner to meet Paris Accord goals We Are Still In alliance includes more than 120 million Americans and $6.2 trillion of US GDP committed to reducing emissions by Hannah Miller Reporter

In the aftermath of President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, several entities nationwide have signed the petition We Are Still In, demonstrating commitment to environmental protection despite federal actions. Among the petition signers are universities, businesses and local governments, including the county coalition of Dane County and Cook County, Illinois. The two have built a commitment to assist the country in confronting climate change. Under the Paris Agreement, the nation agreed to reduce its 2005 carbon emissions levels between 26 and 28 percent by 2025. The We Are Still In alliance represents more than 120 million Americans and $6.2 trillion of the

nation’s economy. From 2007 to 2015, Dane County reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent, according to a statement from Dane County Executive Joe Parisi’s office. Accompanying this effort is Parisi’s addition of the Office of Energy and Climate Change and the Dane County Climate Change Council in the 2017 budget. The Council is set to convene in July and will prepare for the local effects of climate change by promoting sustainable energy production and identifying better ways to reduce carbon emissions, according to the statement. The collaboration between Dane County and Cook County sends a message that will reach a larger population, according to Deborah Stone, who serves on the Cook County Department of Environmental Control and acts as the Chief Sustainability Officer. Efforts at the local level, in both university

and government settings, are essential for environmental protection, Stone said. “Counties are almost an invisible government,” Stone said. “And they don’t have a vision of the impact they can have.” The collaboration to make modest carbon pollution reductions is important for public health and safety, Parisi said in the statement “Dane County has already developed nearly enough carbon-free, renewable electric generation to offset all of its electricity use, and is now poised to coordinate an economy-wide effort to meet the Paris Agreement reductions and go well beyond.” Parisi said. Joining the efforts to create a sustainable environment is University of Wisconsin-Madison associate engineering professor James Tinjum, who will embark on a 1,250 mile journey in July through the Midwest to draw attention to wind energy.

Tinjum will visit 17 wind energy sites in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa to take photos of wind turbines and meet with communities near energy sites to emphasize the importance of expanding sustainable energy in the Midwest and increase awareness about wind energy. Producing only 2.6 percent of state electric energy from wind power, as compared to Iowa and Minnesota which produce 30 and 18 percent respectively, Wisconsin is significantly underdeveloped in terms of wind energy capacity compared to neighboring states, Tinjum said. By increasing awareness about sustainable energy, local entities will have the knowledge and resources to implement renewable energy technology in their communities, Stone said. Tinjum agreed, and emphasized local actors are important environmental advocates and will move forward with or without support from the national government.

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Bipartisan bill would combat teenage dating violence in state schools Proposal seeks to help define dating violence, give age-appropriate instruction on prevention and response during primary education by Peyton David News Editor

One in five female students and one in ten male students experience physical and/or sexual dating violence. These statistics do not include those who experience emotional abuse, threatening or harassment. 27.6 percent of University of Wisconsin undergraduate women also reported experiencing sexual harassment and 1 in 10 UW students experienced dating violence, a number that is higher for LGBTQ students, students with disabilities and Native American women students. To combat the problem, Wisconsin legislators introduced a bill in late June to

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address teen dating violence in Wisconsin middle and high schools. Representatives Joel Kleefisch, R-Oconomowoc, Melissa Sargent, D-Madison and John Spiros R-Marshfield announced the bipartisan bill which would require all Wisconsin schools to

adopt policies and a curriculum that address teen dating violence. According to a joint statement sent out by Sargent’s office, the policies would prohibit teen dating violence at school and school-related events, model ageappropriate instruction about preventing and responding to dating violence in grades 7 through 12, train school officials on how to identify, respond and prevent dating violence and hold school district employees responsible for receiving teen dating violence incident reports. The reason for creating this bill Sargent said in the statement is because teen dating violence is a “pervasive problem.” “Students often feel something isn’t right about the way they’re being treated, but they’re not sure what to call it, and they don’t know enough about relationships yet to know what they’re experiencing isn’t healthy or right,” Sargent said in the statement. Britt Cudaback, a legislative aide for Sargent said the whole point of the bill is to teach students about healthy relationships at a young age because it will give them a chance to identify and prevent dating violence in the future. By teaching student’s proper skills on how to identify and prevent dating violence at an early stage in life, Cudaback said, they will be learning about how to have healthy relationships for the rest of their lives. “Relationships in higher education will certainly be affected [by the bill] hopefully by the training and teaching folks how to have healthy relationships,” Cudaback said. Sam Johnson, a violence prevention specialist for University Health Services agreed. Students are joining UW from all around the country and world, so they have varying levels of dating violence and sex education, she said. Johnson said UHS’s whole role is to foster an environment that creates a healthy and safe learning environment for students, but it may be “too late”

with sex and dating violence education by the time a student is 18, which is when dating violence starts to become “disproportionately experienced.” But, UHS provides a number of services to combat sexual violence including a new program called “U Got This!” formerly known as “The Tonight Program,” Johnson said. The program is divided into two parts, one online portion and required participation in an in-person dialogue with choices that range from healthy relationships and supporting sexual assault survivors. DatingWise is one of the options for the second portion that attempts to combat dating violence, Johnson said. It helps students find their preferences in a relationship, how to set boundaries, how to effectively communicate, give tips for conflict management and how to identify an unhealthy relationship in both personal and peer ’s relationships. “The earlier the better in terms of preventing dating violence for college students,” Johnson said. Johnson also noted 27.6 percent of undergraduate women report sexual assault at UW. That number is higher for LGBTQ+ students, students with disabilities and Native American women students. 1 in 10 students also report dating violence on campus. But, the bill does not have language that requires Wisconsin schools to focus on specific groups of people because the bill is “broad enough” that it applies to all relationships, Cudaback said. Moreover, the bill is not exclusive and doesn’t prioritize one gender over the other, Cudaback said. The bill also doesn’t use gendered language when defining what teen dating violence is. “Teenage dating violence is a twoparty issue and [legislators] should be addressing it on both sides,” Cudaback said. Cudaback said the legislators are currently working to get a senate cosponsor.

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Incoming student government looks to turn new leaf After a contentious last session, ASM Chair Katrina Morrison hopes to provide a voice for all students on campus by Emilie Cochran Campus Editor

Although the Associated Students of Madison didn’t get their current name until 1994, student governance at the University of Wisconsin has a long history. Since its inception in 1893 student governance at UW has taken many different names but the goal has continued: To serve and represent the students of the university. Now, in its 24th session, ASM is comprised of 50 elected student members, 50 student employees, 12 professional staff members and 200 student appointees on committees that recommend everything from budgets to candidates for UW employment. Though ASM had a contentious last session, Chair Katrina Morrison hopes to improve and secure working relationships as she leads the 24th

session. As ASM’s chair, her main responsibilities are being the spokesperson, presiding over the student council and facilitating meetings with UW leadership and administration. For this session, Morrison hopes to secure productive working relationships with UW administrations and campus partners such as state legislators. Another goal of Morrison’s is to get students more involved in ASM. To Morrison, it is imperative that all student voices are heard and represented. Several other committees also have substantial power on campus. One of the most impactful committees, Student Services Finance Committee, determines the budgets for UW student organizations and other campus projects. SSFC determines the budget, sends it to Student Council for approval, then

gives their budget to Chancellor Rebecca Blank, who then hands it over to the UW Board of Regents for the final approval. SSFC Chair, Jordan Gaal will be heading the 15-member student committee that allocates just more than $51 million in segregated fees. In her second session with ASM, she hopes to attain increased transparency and awareness when it comes to segregated fees. Gaal said her committee is dedicated to making sure the fees are allocated in a viewpoint neutral manner. “[SSFC is] also working to make sure segregated fees empower student, provide services, and are spent responsibly,” Gaal said. Student groups unite in effort to oppose contentious budget proposalUniversity of Wisconsin students considered what a future with reduced segregated fees would look like in light of a proposal Read... ASM also plays a role in promoting equity on

campus, with the Equity and Inclusion Committee serving as a liaison to promote student diversity, social justice and awareness. EIC Chair Alexandra Hader has been with the committee since arriving on campus, serving as an intern for the Equity and Inclusion Committee during her first semester and as Vice Chair in her second. “I am determined to increase outreach for the committee to ensure that all student voices have a place at the table for these important discussions,” Hader said. As the chair, Hader is in charge of running weekly meetings for the committee where she and other members discuss issues on campus regarding equity. The leaders of ASM are all looking forward to making changes to improve UW this upcoming session to best represent and serve the student body, Morrison said.

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SnapRyde brings affordable transportation for car-less students Ridesharing app would be roughly 50 percent cheaper than other car-sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft, exclusive to students by Peyton David News Editor

Getting around Madison just got easier — and cheaper. SnapRyde, the social car-sharing app where “rides happen at a lower cost” has recently expanded to the University of Wisconsin. The 1,020 user app made by the students and for the students is a cheap and easy way that tailors to students needs by connecting riders and drivers that are heading in the same direction. It works as a ride-sharing, social networking, environmentally conscious and cheap way to get around campus. The app pairs drivers and riders ahead in real-time based on their destination and is only available for students, Mayank Jain, president and CEO of SnapRyde said. Riders must be 18 years and older and drivers must be 21 and older with a valid license. The inspiration for SnapRyde came from

Jain’s frustration as a car-less international student. He said since he didn’t have a car, he had a lot of difficulty getting around his campus, University of Texas-Arlington. “Not every student will own a car. Just for basic groceries…we really faced a lot of problems. Either we take an Uber or other expensive drive sharing divebombs or depend on our friends [for rides],” Jain said. “[The founders] came up with the idea to connect everyone who needs a ride or are willing to give rides and eventually we ended up developing this app.” Jain said the rides are almost 50 percent cheaper than Uber or Lyft at its minimum. On average, rides are $0.50 to $0.60 per mile. Uber and Lyft charge $0.90 per mile with a $.90 initial cost. With SnapRyde, there is not initial cost. Because the app is meant for campus use, the average ride is between 6 to twenty miles. But, Jain said if two students are going to somewhere farther, such as Madison to

Milwaukee, the app will accommodate that. Instead of paying upwards of $120 for an Uber or Lyft, the SnapRyde caps the price at $20 per ride. “As compared to Uber or Lyft or any other commercial divebomb, [SnapRyde] is almost 50 percent cheaper at its minimum and as more and more people join the carpool, [the price] keeps going down,” Jain said. SnapRyde launched at UT-Arlington in March of 2016 and has expanded to UT-Dallas and now, UW. Jain said the main reason for expanding to UW over other campuses is because this campus had the largest ridesharing Facebook group. Every campus has their own unofficial ride-sharing group where people post to find rides, Jain said. While doing research, the founders of SnapRyde found UW had the largest ride-sharing group. “People really, really need rides,” Jain said. “There are few cars in UW…That’s a huge market.”

Not only is SnapRyde a ride-sharing app, it also works as a networking platform, Daniel Paramo, Business Development Director said. Paramo used the example of an engineer and a communications major sharing a car. Together, they can innovate using their different educational backgrounds and create an idea just by sharing the same ride. Additionally, anyone that wants to register as a driver will make 100 percent of the profit, Paramo said. Because SnapRyde is a student startup, they didn’t focus on making money. Drivers would also get money when they complete a certain amount of rides. Moreover, SnapRyde serves as a way to reduce carbon emissions and be environmentally conscious, Paramo said. Currently, Jain said they are working to expand within the Midwest, including UWMilwaukee and University of Illinois-UrbanaChampaign. “[SnapRyde] is definitely cheap, especially for students,” Jain said.

Madison’s black entrepreneurs celebrated at Heymiss Progress Business Expo UW student uses Expo to facilitate conversation about racism, connect with local black-owned businesses by Matt O’Connor Campus Editor

In an effort to connect black-owned businesses in Milwaukee and Madison, the Heymiss Progress Business Expo and Job Fair returned to Madison late July, this year featuring a University of Wisconsin student’s clothing line which drew headlines for its controversial message. Sabrina Madison, creator of the Heymiss Progress brand, cited the lack of blackowned businesses in Madison as one of the motivating factors for organizing the Expo and Job Fair. “I grew up in Milwaukee, and I could walk into any number of stores owned by black folks there,” Madison said. “I couldn’t do that in Madison and it bothered me to no end.” Events such as the Expo, Madison said, 10 • badgerherald.com • Summer 2017 Mail Home Issue

will be essential for black business owners and consumers in the area. The Expo serves to bring together resources and connections so black business owners can advertise their products at a place where hundreds of other business owners, consumers and investors will also be gathered, Madison said. “The reason I put [the Expo] together is because there has to be a space for black entrepreneurs to test out their products and get them in front of potential consumers,” Madison said. One of those entrepreneurs is UW junior Eneale Pickett. Pickett received national attention last year with the creation of his clothing line, “Insert Apparel,” particularly for one sweatshirt which reads “All White People Are Racist.”

Pickett’s clothing addresses issues pertaining to social justice, such as racism, sexism, homophobia and police brutality. “The goal with my clothing is to speak truth to power and oppressive systems without even having to open your mouth because people can read it on your attire,” Pickett said. Pickett hopes his clothing line helps push people from conversation about racism to taking action to correct it. Pickett has received notable backlash, even death threats, from people across the country. Many of the attacks against him were racially motivated, which Pickett said just proves the very same point he’s trying to make through his clothing line. Pickett said attacks against him have died down in recent months, although he still encounters “someone ignorant every now and then.”

Going forward, Pickett has plans to further expand his clothing line and address more important issues. “My next line is going to be called ‘No Justice’ and it’s going to focus on the judicial system in the United States,” Pickett said. Pickett said to expect the clothing line to come out in the fall. As for the Heymiss Progress brand, Madison said she has her own plans for the future. Madison said she will be opening the Heymiss Center for Progress and Entrepreneurship, a home for black business owners and entrepreneurs in the Madison area to work together and bring resources to the same space. “This way, entrepreneurs will have a less difficult time accessing resources,” Madison said.

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Hungry after move-in?

OUR PARENT- FRIENDLY PICKS FOR A MEAL OUT

It’s common knowledge that dorm food is less than ideal. Gone are the days where your mom casually prepares Ina Garten’s lemon arugula spaghetti or your dad decides to fire up the grill for old time’s sake. While the concept of a dining hall may seem shiny and new, there’s only so many times one can eat a luke-warm quesadilla while skipping their afternoon psychology lecture. There are moments of culinary respite, however, and those, my freshman friends, are parent visits. Here’s a list of my favorite restaurants I’ve taken my parents to thus far in my college career. Enjoy and happy eating — paid for by the ‘rents of course!

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The Great Dane

Location: 1201 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703 Cost: $$ Nestled on a corner of Willy Street, the atmosphere of this vintage-inspired, elevated-pub will have your parents convinced that you either cherish a good book or you’re secretly dating your French Lit TA. I would highly recommend Bob’s Bad Breath Burger, but if your midnight meet-up with said TA takes a potent turn because of it, don’t say you weren’t warned.

Location: 123 E Doty St, Madison, WI 53703 Cost: $$ Lovingly referred to as “The Dane” by my dad, The Great Dane has become a family staple. Boasting two locations, one downtown and one at Hilldale Mall, The Great Dane is a crowd pleaser with its family-friendly menu and variety of craft brews. Get a table in the beer garden and pretend dark beers actually taste good — you’ll have a ball.

Cafe Hollander

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Location: 701 Hilldale Way, Madison, WI 53705 Cost: $$ From Belgian beers to frites and waffles, Cafe Hollander offers a wide range of menu items that are sure to impress. Paired with the beautiful atmosphere, Cafe Hollander is hard to beat. My dad met my boyfriend for the first time at Cafe Hollander over a loaf of coconut banana bread and the classic story of how I wasn’t allowed to get my license until I was 17. If the restaurant’s open concept doesn’t make you fall in love, it is quite literally right next to Target. Can you say treat yourself?!

Bassett Street Brunch Club

HopCat

Location: 444 W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703 Cost: $$ Located a hop, skip and painfully hungover jump from Sellery and Witte, Bassett Street Brunch Club offers classic brunch dishes with a modern twist. With a wide selection of coffee and boozy breakfast drinks, Brunch Club is the perfect place to meet up with your parents after a night of debauchery and freshman regret.

Location: 222 W Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703 Cost: $$ Boasting a Bible-length beer menu, HopCats’ neon graffiti adorned walls catch your eye before settling in for the night. The menu’s tightly scrawled feline artwork mingles among the juicy burgers, pasta and aptly named crack fries. Take advantage of the free drink samples before making a decision because you’re a college kid, it’s what we do.

Merchant Location: 121 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703 Cost: $$ When I asked my parents if they had any recommendations for this article, my dad replied with one word — “Merchant.” This farm-to-table gastropub could not be more chic with its seasonal menu and craft cocktails. The Burrata Board pairs perfectly with the “Thank you so much for dinner!” text you’ll send mom and pop three hours afterwards from the sweatiest frat basement you’ve ever seen.

Mickie’s Dairy Bar Location: 1511 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711 Cost: $ Across the street from Camp Randall, Mickies Dairy Bar is Madison’s game day institution. Be ready to stand in line because this old fashioned, cash-only diner bustles with the best of them. Mid-20th century menus splatter across the diner’s walls and, worry not, this place will not break the bank thanks to low prices and massive portions. Mickies’ pancakes are big enough to fill any Badger football player and, if you’re feeling ambitious, try the scrambler.

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Skip the basics — unique, fashion-forward stores on State Street await Finding fashion at affordable prices in Madison may seem daunting, but here are a few places to get started

rom University of Wisconsin students ArtsEtc. Editor to families, everyone in the Madison area is drawn to State Street for its shops, restaurants and clothing stores. Being the main hub in town, it offers well known brands such as GAP and Urban Outfitters, but there are also low-key shops to explore. Finding your new favorite clothing store in a new town can be daunting, but here are some suggestions to keep your wardrobe fun and by Aidan McClain

affordable.

Ragstock

Spend time wandering through Ragstock’s bizarre rows of costumes and vintage clothes, and don’t forget to check out the basement. This store will be perfect for Halloween and all those themed parties you’ll be going to — sorry mom and dad. Halloween isn’t the only holiday that will bring you to this store — Ragstock switches its inventory depending on the month, so all of your St. Patrick’s Day and Fourth of July costumes will be ready.

The store’s vintage clothing options can be used for more than just a costume. Many people shop at Ragstock to find clothing to wear on the regular. The selections range from denim vests and military coats to “Members Only” jackets and windbreakers from the 1980s. Accessories such as sunglasses and bracelets can also be found in this one-of-a-kind store. Take the time to explore Ragstock and you’ll surely be leaving with something.

Earthbound Trading Co.

The clothing at Earthbound Trading Co. has a very specific look — imagine Coachella vibes. Big pants and tranquil looking t-shirts are some of the options for men, while women can choose from sundresses and colorful tops. Earthbound also has many great gift options. Aroma kits such as incense, candles and oils are popular purchases, as are the knick knacks. You can also find the shelves decorated with pillows, mugs, books and art work. For the outdoors-type, the store also sells

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hammocks, but at quite a high price. Instead, download the app Pocket Points — which allows users to gain points for every minute their phone is locked during class. Points can then be redeemed for promotional codes at local or online stores. This way, a hammock is available and at a discounted price.

Art Gecko

Looking to spice up your accessories? Look no further than Art Gecko, the more jewelry and art-

focused shop in the downtown district. Everything found inside has been handmade from artists around the world, sourcing art from Mexico, India and Indonesia, among other countries. Peruse this store to find a new favorite accessory, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Beautifully crafted bracelets and necklaces are popular buys at this store. All of the jewelry is unique — many featuring turquoise and other stones. Sculptures of the Buddha and art displays are found throughout the homey shop. The large amount of sculptures and art don’t

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make this store a necessity for the average college student, but their accessories and jewelry deserve to be seen. Art Gecko is also perfect for finding gifts for family and friends.

Pitaya

Located right across the street from Sellery Residence Hall, you can always catch shoppers sifting through racks at Pitaya. The store isn’t only a popular favorite for its convenient location, catering to the heavy foottraffic of East Campus Mall, but also for its diverse merchandise. Women can find every clothing item here — tops, denim, dresses, rompers and more. Pitaya excels in offering a variety of clothing styles, all the while keeping prices reasonable. Each store in Madison is so unique they all deserve to be seen. Don’t be afraid to walk all of State Street to discover what else Madison has to offer. There’ss store that fits everyone’s personality, so it won’t take long to find the perfect one. Soon, your wardrobe will be filled with new, affordable purchases.

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Your guide to Madison’s vibrant art scene From the grand halls of the Chazen Museum of Art to the colorful corridors of the children’s museum, we got you covered by Frankie Hermanek Senior Contributor

Madison is at the top of the game when it comes to its vibrant art scene. There is never a shortage of visual art to experience, and the isthmus constantly offers opportunities for all types of tastes and preferences. Between these museums and local galleries, Madison caters to anyone with an affinity for visual art. So, let the Badger Herald be your guide!

Chazen Museum of Art

Nestled in between East Campus Mall and Memorial Union, the Chazen Museum of Art is home to a diverse selection of both historical and contemporary art, hosting temporary exhibitions to keep the museum’s selections fresh and exciting. Primarily serving as an educational outlet for UW students, the Chazen is a valuable asset to

Madison’s art scene. With a wide range of paintings, sculptures, photography, prints and more, the museum’s collection is a force to be reckoned with. According to the Chazen Museum of Art’s website, only 10 percent of its art is on display at one time, speaking to the museum’s massive collection. If that’s not enough to win you over, maybe the free admission will.

Gallery Marzen

One of the newer galleries to join Madison’s art scene, Gallery Marzen showcases a variety of art and does not restrict itself to a single type or style. It presents a sleek, refined experience for art-seeking Madisonians, offering open studios led by professional artists and eight week long exhibitions.

Madison Children’s Museum

Despite Madison’s college town vibes, its

Children’s Museum is a huge hit for not only the little ones, but residents and tourists in general. One of its most notable exhibitions is the Glow Show, an electrifying collaboration between children and UW students displayed for all year round on Capitol Square. Though the museum is not solely for art, it serves a special role in Madison’s art scene, offering opportunities for children to immerse themselves in the museum’s Bakke Art Studio, a program funded by the Wisconsin Arts Board.

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art’s glass-faced building attracts countless sets of eyes on the corner of State and North Henry, and is known around town for not only its impressive collection of art, but for its rooftop restaurant Fresco. Fine dining aside, MMoCA’s collection of

modern art has grown over the years to include art from the 20th and 21st centurie — a perfect spot for art lovers more fine-tuned to contemporary work. In addition to its own collections, MMoCA takes great pride in its exhibitions, including a rooftop sculpture garden.

Milward Farrell Fine Art

For a more intimate art gallery experience, Madisonians can check out a gallery located on Monroe Street — Milward Farrell Fine Art. Owned by Gary Milward and Brian Farrell, the gallery dedicates its space to its valued local customer base. According to the gallery’s website, it stands out among others as an outlet for local jewelry and glassware artists, which is appropriate given the gallery’s warm, yet sophisticated interior, complete with open spaces, windows and a cozy carpeted floor. Venture to Milward Farrell Fine Art for a quiet, casual yet remarkable visual arts experience.

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Despite increased cost of living and stagnant Janitors are paid between $11 and $14 an hour for work which is by Daniel Chinitz Senior Contributor

t was just about lunchtime — a few residence hall custodians gathered in the Sullivan Hall break room, chatting about the day’s work. Far removed from any student, the room serves as a safe haven for these custodians, allowing them to speak freely and blow off steam after a long shift. One custodian, Brooke Danforth, sat covered in a fuzzy blanket in the seemingly sub-zero basement of Sullivan Hall. She was audibly excited to tell someone her myriad of stories from working as a University of Wisconsin housing custodian. “There was one time over the weekend where someone had thrown up right outside this guy’s doorway and it sat there all weekend, so when I got here on Monday it was just terrible,” Danforth said. “People had been walking through it. It was really nasty.” Danforth had the responsibility of cleaning the carpet of the three-day-old vomit. UW custodians don’t have easy jobs. But despite dealing with gruesome work, difficult individuals and raising out of pocket benefit costs, they still manage to get the job done. Tackling day-to-day messes

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As full-time custodians, Danforth and her colleague Aaron Smeaton have dealt with a wide variety of problematic residents. The custodians agreed that students weren’t the worst individuals they have cleaned up after. Smeaton, a six-year custodial veteran, was quick to offer the worst group of people. Dealing with students is a different experience than cleaning up after adults “reliving their glory days.” Many custodians said the difficult summers make dealing with student issues year-round significantly more tolerable. “The bankers’ convention is the worst,” he said. “They do all those things they wished they did when they went to college —used condoms in the living rooms. You go into one of their rooms and there is a whole bar full of empty bits of gin and vodka and tequila.” When it comes to dealing with problematic students, however, Danforth and Smeaton said it’s usually out of their control. To address issues with residents, custodians work closely with building staff to figure out solutions to problems they may not be able to solve directly. “We communicate with the house fellow and then they communicate with the floor,” Danforth said. “Say, ‘Hey, you might want to check up on this person and see if they’re alright.’ Sometimes people are just alone or something and need someone else to talk to.” Custodians are often responsible for the actions of oblivious and sometimes antagonistic individuals, but many UW custodial employees rarely express animosity. The custodians generally cherished their interactions with residents, and said it was a large reason for choosing this job at UW. Danforth, though happy to discuss her anguish about students, said she still enjoys the company of the people around her. “People are usually really nice if you say something, they aren’t disrespectful, they aren’t putting you down or anything like that,” Danforth said. “They’ll talk to you about classes and [you] say good morning to them.” Residents conversing with custodians is not uncommon. As custodians clean the floors generally every day during the week, students often take the time to talk to them about their day, or discuss the outcome

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We are staying at the same pay rate but ultimately our pay is getting lower and lower. We have to do all this work, and it’s hard work, every day and you’re just going, going, going and it’s like, for what? You’re barely able to pay your bills and feed yourself Brooke Danforth

of the latest Badger game. Keira Hockers, a HouseFellow in the same dorm which Danforth works, said she talks with the custodians on her floor regularly. Talking highly of the custodians in her building, Hockers said she enjoys the company when talking with the custodians. “The only time things have been brought to our attention is maybe if our floor could improve on picking up some of their things or common spaces,” Hockers said. “They’re always so kind, so helpful, they know me by name and they really do a good job keeping our spaces clean for our residents and holding our residents accountable for keeping their spaces clean too.” Frustrations toward compensation

Regardless of what custodians deal with individually, be it positive or negative experiences, recent changes in work compensation have caused aggravation to some of the employees. Due to the large state budget cuts to the UW System over the past couple of years, custodians are experiencing losses firsthand. In an email to The Badger Herald, Deanna Deslover, UW Office of Human Resources benefits manager, said retirement plans for custodians have not changed, but the cost of monthly premiums, annual deductibles and copays have gone up. According to the Wisconsin Employee Trust Funds, these payment adjustments are subject to the governor’s 2015-17

biennial budget. Despite the surge in out-of-pocket benefit costs, custodians continue to receive compensation for office visits, surgeries, mental health, prescriptions and an optional dental plan. According to Deslover, state budget changes cause the ETF to require custodians to deduct a percentage of their salaries for the Wisconsin Retirement System. She said these changes have been in effect since 2011. Both Danforth and Smeaton expressed their frustration with the compensation changes and its effect on their motivation. “The benefits used to be super awesome, but now it’s like every year they just go up and more changes,” Danforth said. “We are staying at the same pay rate but ultimately our pay is getting lower and lower. We have to do all this work, and it’s hard work, every day and you’re just going, going, going and it’s like, for what? You’re barely able to pay your bills and feed yourself.” Smeaton said he attended meetings with the vice chancellor to discuss pay increases. Ultimately, the decision came down to the state government, which decided to keep UW custodians at their current pay. Smeaton said pay ranges anywhere from $11.24 to $14 an hour based on time working, and most people are probably receiving $13 an hour. Smeaton shared Danforth’s dissatisfaction about work compensation, but he met the “absurdity” of his five-year bonus with humor. “All I got was a coupon. I got a free lunch at the dining hall,” Smeaton said. “I went in, I said I’ve been here five years, now give me a sandwich.” Smeaton compared the experience of working at UW to his time as a custodian at an office across town, valuing his time on campus. Regardless of the struggle for better compensation, Smeaton said working at UW surrounded by friendly faces much more enjoyable. “People smile more,” Smeaton said. “If you’re going to pick a side of State Street, I would definitely pick this one, even if you have to step around the pools of vomit on the way to work. It’s discouraging, but it’s a good environment to work in.” Summer 2017 Mail home Issue • badgerherald.com • 17

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Social media misrepresents what freshman year truly looks like In the moments between filtered party photos, nearly everyone around you is going through emotional challenges by Eric Hilkert Columnist

College is a wonderland, a place of freedom and void of worry, from the minute you step on campus — or at least that’s what popular culture has led us all to believe. And that is not entirely false. College is great. It’s an environment where free expression and pursuit of passion are both encouraged and rewarded. But college is also challenging, especially at first, in ways that high school seniors are never told to prepare for. Academics aside, merely the adjustment to living on your own, sharing a bathroom with an entirely new group of people, is daunting. I came to Madison from New Jersey, as the only student here from my graduating class, so trust me when I say college was a serious adjustment. Though I was blessed with an outgoing,

social floor and a roommate I got along with, the first few months on campus were tough. Finding my group of friends while balancing challenging classes and the pressures of living alone was a lot to deal with. The hardest part about the adjustment, however, was the pervasive feeling that I was alone in suffering. Whenever I checked social media, every one of my friends from home looked so happy, and I wondered what was wrong with me, why I was the only one struggling. Of course this was not true. Many of my friends from home felt as I did — unsure of themselves at the beginning of college. I realized even my fellow students in Madison were homesick. But no one wanted to admit it, especially on social media. Everyone posted on Instagram about adventures with new friends, not lonely nights in the library.

This fall, you won’t see Snapchat stories of kids spending Friday nights bored in the dorms, wondering why they didn’t get invited to any parties. This doesn’t mean these things don’t happen. Social media, at it’s core, is ego-feeding. Research finds that notifications actually cause a rush of dopamine in most people. Not enough to fulfill our emotional needs, but enough to bring us back each hour. The harm in this is obvious, as we begin to rely on the approval of others as a indicator of our own happiness. This commonplace issue, however, is compounded in college by the fact that you are on your own, and therefore vulnerable. This is the real issue with social media. We only see the highlight reels of everyone else’s lives, then compare them to our personal bloopers, our own insecurities. It is no wonder people end up feeling worse about themselves

the more time they spend on social media. I’m not telling you to delete your Snapchat, Instagram, or Facebook. Lord knows I never would. Just be cognizant of the issues they can exacerbate. The more conscious you are of the reality that accompanies persistent posters, the better you set yourself up for a calm mind. Though social media apps were designed to help bring people together, they can make us feel isolated and alone. This effect however, can be minimized if you choose to not assign so much worth to a forgettable photo. Being the master of your own life is exciting, and what college is about, and with that includes being the master of your own emotional wellbeing. That starts with being critical of menial pins and needles like constant social media intake. Eric Hilkert (ehilkert@wisc.edu) is a junior majoring in finance.

Combined academic effort must be made to further climate change policy With the White House’s abdication of climate change leadership academics must join together to pick up the slack by Abigail Steinberg Contributor

Humanity’s greatest aspiration is its insatiable need to rationalize the world around us. This natural instinct led humankind to improve life beyond measure — where would we be without innovation, philosophy and the written word? However, the balance of rationality, and the certainty of specific phenomena, is fragile. What happens when we deny what we must inevitably rationalize? What happens when our drive to control our lives turns into the force that could end it? The head of the Environmental Protection Agency, Scott Pruitt, crossed this fragile balance by attempting to postpone an Obama-era regulation on methane gas emissions for 90 days, largely due to the influence of the Texas Oil and Gas Administration and the American Petroleum Institute. Just like most greenhouse gases, 18• badgerherald.com • Summer 2017 Mail Home Issue

methane significantly increases risks of climate change and poor public health. However, methane is around 87 times more cogent with the long-term destruction of our environment than carbon dioxide, according to the Sierra Club, one of America’s foremost environmental advocacy groups. The Sierra Club led the first class-action suit against the EPA under the Trump Administration and won on a 2-1 rule by the United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. This loss is a large setback for Pruitt’s EPA, whose primary activity is reversing many of the Obama Administration’s environmental regulations. The court claimed Pruitt’s actions were based on arbitrary views on the issue. His lack of consistency, however, can be paralleled in the court’s decision: although the delay of said regulation is unconstitutional, the decision states that the EPA has the right to reevaluate the regulation and possibly remove it.

To the environmental science students at the University of Wisconsin, I am sorry you are the future of a movement that people deny the existence of. I am sorry that your world-saving discoveries may be stifled by humankind’s need to regulate and rationalize what they may never understand. But I am proud to say that you are not alone. Upon examining the complexities of the court case, the regulation in question, and the conflicts the two bring, there is a stark realization: nothing is black and white. An interdisciplinary education is the only true solution of this problem. It is in the core of the university’s ideals to utilize our commonalities and take advantage of our differences, both in and out of the classroom, to make the world a better place. The Wisconsin Idea lives within all of us — it is our duty to make these ideas reality. Regardless of your major, your background or your passion, we are equally

adept to use our variety of different skills to advocate for a better world. Political science majors can learn how to analyze and create effective environmental policy. International relations students can create plans of action on how to take these policies global. Engineering students can design and build greener facilities for us to live, learn, and work. Marketing majors can make these options appealing to the masses. Environmental science students must lead the cause and continue to research and discover in spite of restrictive policy, but the entire Wisconsin community can rally behind them. As Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Abby Steinberg (abigailsteinberg@outlook. com) is a freshman majoring in political science with the intention to major in journalism.

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UW students deserve better than Trump’s travel ban International students, faculty shouldn’t feel ashamed of where they come from, heritage or background by Aly Niehans Opinion Editor

After spending more than a year campaigning on the promise of sealing off America’s borders to “radical Islamic terrorists,” President Donald Trump is finally on his way to making good with his supporters. Within days of swearing the oath of office, Trump signed into law an Executive Order banning immigrants from seven Muslim majority countries. Trump’s original travel ban sparked protests across the nation, including here at the University of Wisconsin, where more than 200 students gathered to speak out against the racist and bigoted order. Chancellor Rebecca Blank issued a statement in conjunction with the student protests, calling for the “reconsideration of the [executive order] barring the entry or return of individuals from certain countries.” Quickly blocked in federal court, Trump went back to the drawing board, producing a second travel ban, much to the chagrin of Hawaiian United States District Judge Derrick Watson, who issued a hold on the order just hours after its unveiling at the end of March. Since then, Trump and his administration have found themselves stuck between a rock and a hard place. One of their keystone pieces of legislation either needed to be drastically toned down to the point or the Supreme Court would need to rule in Trump’s favor, deeming the Executive Order constitutional. Unfortunately, Trump got lucky. After five months of legal battles and ignorant, narcissistic statements, the Supreme Court ruled at the end of June to allow parts of Trump’s second travel ban go into effect. The Court agreed to ban any foreign nationals that “lack a bona fide relationship with any person or entity in the United States”. Under this definition, “close” members of family, such as mothers and fathers, stepchildren and sons or daughters-in law are allowed to remain in, or enter the country, while grandparents, grandchildren, aunts and uncles, among others, are kept out. While the Supreme Court ruled that

grandparents and cousins constitute “bona fide”, or genuine relationships, the Trump administration interpreted their ruling to exclude these groups because their familial ties were not strong enough. The Supreme Court further ruled that foreign nationals with “formal ties” to the United States, such as students or professors at a university, would not be subject to the ban. As an institution that prides itself not only on offering a diverse, culturally rich academic environment for its students but on attracting and retaining the 4500 international students from 100 different countries that call UW their home, a Trump travel ban even partially implemented is a huge problem. Students traveling to and from school should not have even a sliver of doubt in their mind that they will be humiliated at an American airport because of the country that issued their passport, the color of the skin or the hijab they may wear to profess their faith. Families should not be divided into categories #of who can visit their student in America and

those who are not allowed because the familial ties don’t run deep enough to satisfy the Trump administration. The color of your skin, your native country, native language or your religion should not immediately pose a threat to a country and should not result in a travel ban that bars you from entry into a country you may have considered home. A large part of what makes UW so unique is its ability to cultivate an environment that encourages discussion between students and faculty from all walks of life, from all religions, from all cultures. Any implementation of a travel ban is a massive step backwards for UW and for the country as a whole, as it puts forth an image of the entire country as one which cannot protect and does not

value the lives of thousands of people who do, or desire to, call America home. The Supreme Court has a long way to go until October, when they will officially rule on the second travel ban. School will be back in session in Madison, campus teeming with thousands of students who may never be personally affected by any ruling the Court could make. But, the students that will be affected will have the decision of nine justices and the hatred and ignorance of one man looming over their shoulders, and that is simply unacceptable. Aly Niehans (aniehans@badgerherald.com) is a sophomore majoring in international studies and intending to major in journalism.

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UW is about more than drinking Be proud of your accomplishments Partying is just a fraction of what UW has to offer by Will Maher Columnist

Dear Incoming Badgers, Let me start by saying that I’m not here to cast judgeme nts. You’re 18 or almost 18 years old. You can smoke, you can serve in the military, you can vote, and while it might not always feel like it, you’re well on your way to adulthood. And, that means making decisions for yourself. You’re going to be living without your parents, likely for the first time in your life. That newfound freedom comes with many choices, including the choice to drink. And, while I’m not going to sit here and tell you how to live your life, there are things I don’t think I understood as an incoming freshmen that I want to share with you. A phrase commonly associated with the University of Wisconsin is “party school.” Before I came to college, I thought this label simply referred to students’ frequent consumption of alcohol. And, while this is basically true, I didn’t understand that it stems from a culture that fetishizes excess. You’re entering a culture where people brag about going to detox, where a high tolerance for alcohol is worn as some sort of badge and where the consistent excess consumption of alcohol is one of the most revered traditions at the school. This culture is pervasive at UW, not only normalizing but celebrating behavior that is inextricably linked to campus rape, alcohol poisoning, long term health consequences and other problems. The issue isn’t just the drinking, it’s the pushing of a narrative that overconsumption is admirable, more fun and integral to the ‘college experience.’ Somewhere along the way, heavy drinking became recognized as the best and, in some cases, only way to have a good time on the weekend. As a campus, it’s what we choose to celebrate, indoctrinating newly arrived freshmen with the view that drinking, for the sake of drinking, is fun. In the first few months of school, it’s easy to feel as if the only way to connect with your peers is with alcohol. The choice to drink is frequently made 20• badgerherald.com • Summer 2017 Mail Home Issue

based on social pressure, not personal preference or a desire to have a beer or two. Choosing to drink is a perfectly acceptable choice, if it’s indeed your choice. But it’s important to remember that you don’t need to drink to make friends. UW-Madison has so much more to offer than heavy drinking. In addition to a world class education, it boasts a stunning campus, engaged students and a wide array of recreational opportunities Unfortunately, a large portion of the student body frequently forgets these amazing privileges, focusing instead on an activity with serious downsides. It’s frustrating that people actively propagate an image of a consistently drunk campus, with few options for alternative recreation. As an incoming freshman, I wish I understood that there was so much more to the social scene than heavy drinking. If you’re into drinking, that’s fine; there is certainly a place for you. But, to those of you for whom drinking is not your thing, or for those that will come to discover this fact later on, know that there is also a place for you. UW-Madison is big, and while it’s easy to feel as if the entire student body is acting a certain way, I assure you that there are interesting people out there not drinking. Will Maher (wmaher1662@gmail.com) is a sophomore majoring in history and international studies.

Focusing on what you’re doing well can transform your UW experience by Lucas Johnson Opinion Editor

You did it. You battled and bested high school. No more scheduled lunch period, no more trips to and from a beat up locker and no more hellish second semester senior year papers that just don’t seem worth it anymore. Instead, what awaits is an environment where you are the sole proprietor of your future. Any class you wish to take is your decision, your academic and social schedule are your’s to build and your level of independence has never been higher. As such, your accomplishments carry more weight as they were completed under the complete control of yourself. The highs you’ll feel while pursuing and practicing your passions are truly what the college experience is about at its core. College is designed to challenge and push you to your limits in a way you may not yet be comfortable with. As a result, what accompanies this environment is a tremendous sense of responsibility and onus, characteristics that can quickly spiral into immense pressure and stress. This reaction is nothing if not natural; while being independent can be a treasured reward after eighteen years of regimented academia, transitioning to complete solidarity can come with a significant amount of discomfort. Suddenly, excelling in classes and getting involved with what you’re passionate about become pressure filled endeavors that feel less like a nourishing opportunity and more like a check mark on a list of college requirements. A quiz or exam doesn’t feel like an opportunity to showcase your knowledge, but instead can manifest itself in a gnawing sensation in the pit of your stomach. These emotions are normal and, quite frankly, unavoidable, we fall feel the pressure to succeed. However there exist practices and patterns to assist in keeping a positive mindset even in time of intense stress. I know what you’re thinking. You’ve heard the same humdrum story leading up to college a thousand times over: stay positive, take each day as it comes, focus on what you can control, the lot. However, just because a message is commonly used does not mean it deserves to be dismissed immediately at its referral. Messages such as these began and survived as central mantras of our existence not because they’re cliche, but because they’re centrally important to leading a fulfilling and

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focused lifestyle. The first three quarters of my freshman year were extremely challenging. I had told everyone I was ready for the independence, but I had underestimated how many aspects of my life were about to change. I went from knowing everyone in my neighborhood to knowing no one. I went from a class size of 20 to 200. I went from attending class in one building to six. The adjustment was not easy. However, the last quarter of my year I thrived. My initial strife had been righted, and I was on my way to concluding a winner of a year. And what got me there was simple. Each time a self deprecating thought would trudge into my mind, I would replace it with an accomplishment I had achieved in that same day. A difficult exam on the horizon that I didn’t feel confident about? Not to worry, I had just turned in a paper I was truly proud of. I came to realize that compulsive dread did not benefit me in any way. By spending my energy worrying and wearing myself down and out, I was only making my situation worse. Positive reinforcement completely refocused my freshman year, and it may not seem that simple, and it’s not, but it’s an ideal place to start. Lucas Johnson (lucasjohnson@badgerherald.com) is a sophomore majoring in journalism.

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Hey Democrats, Obamacare took more than a year too Educating the public is key in transitioning from a failing healthcare system to one which doesn’t bankrupt the country by John Graber Columnist

Turning legislation into law is no easy feat. A bill has to go through committee, be approved by both houses of Congress and then has to be signed by the president before it finally becomes a law. When it comes to creating a bill, it is important the American people are informed about what’s happening. Revealing the details only helps with the process — if a lack of governmental transparency results in the public’s inability to familiarize themselves with the legislation, there’s a good chance the bill will not get passed. This was the case with the Senate’s proposed health care legislation. Like most conservatives, I want the Affordable Care Act to be repealed and replaced. Insurers are continuing to withdraw from the Obamacare exchanges and in 2018, there will be a projected 49 counties without any insurer on the exchanges. In that same analysis, 1,300 counties will have just one Obamacare insurer next year. Nationwide, that’s more than 40 percent of the counties. Wisconsin has already suffered from the departures of major insurers. UnitedHealthcare is no longer an option on the exchanges after announcing last year that it was leaving. In June, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield decided to leave Wisconsin’s Obamacare exchanges. The Affordable Care Act is proving to be insurmountably unaffordable. Back in 2009, the cost of the health care overhaul was projected to be $848 billion over ten years, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Proponents of the bill claimed it wouldn’t have any major fiscal damage. The problem with their argument was that Obamacare didn’t even go into effect until 2014. New revisions from last year, however, show the actual ten-year cost is going to be $1.805 trillion. Defenders of Obamacare will try to say this can be made up through the costly penalty fees for those who remain uninsured and excise taxes on high-premium insurance plans. But, even when adding these

fees up, the net cost is still an overwhelming $1.344 trillion. The Obamacare experiment has failed. Republicans have promised for years that Obamacare would be eliminated when they took power. The unpopularity of the law and its shortcomings launched the GOP to midterm victories in 2010 and 2014 as well as at the presidential level in 2016. Despite the transition to a GOP-controlled national government, a comprehensive replacement should not be rushed or worked on recklessly. Enter U.S Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wisc. Following his re-election, Johnson is back at work making sure the voices of his constituents are heard, joining several Republican senators in successfully delaying the legislation. Johnson understands the urge among many who voted for him to replace Obamacare quickly, but he’s also aware that public servants have an obligation to give the public time to digest what the changes are going to be. Johnson took every opportunity to be available to his constituents by holding telephone town halls, interviews and meetings across Wisconsin. Connecting with voters who are concerned about health care reform helped him and his fellow lawmakers evaluate its impact and discern what needed to be adjusted. This was a smart move, since a poll by CBS indicates that 76 percent of people do not know what the Republican proposal will do and 73 percent believe the GOP needs to craft the legislation publicly, rather than privately. Now that changes to the bill have been made, Johnson is back to supporting it. Yes, implementing a replacement for Obamacare is taking longer, but conservatives should not be worried at the moment. The Affordable Care Act itself wasn’t signed into law until March 23, 2010. That’s more than a year after Barack Obama became president. For now, Republican senators can use the time they have to defend the bill, called the Better Care Reconciliation Act, against criticism made by Democrats. The bill contains

Photo · The ACA wasn’t signed into law until March 23, 2010 , more than one year after Obama assumed office. Dan Chinitz The Badger Herald many improvements from Obamacare, such as including tax credits for people who desire health insurance, expanding the use of health savings accounts, repealing some ACA taxes, providing funding to combat the opioid crisis and limiting the spending growth of entitlement programs. Senate Healthcare by Brett LoGiurato on Scribd The responses of several Obamacare supporters have been overly dramatic. U.S Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vt., has said “thousands will die” if the Better Care Reconciliation Act is passed. U.S Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Ma., declared Republicans will use “blood money” from American lives to pay for tax cuts. Such comments should be taken with a grain of salt and are only being used to stir up emotions. While proponents of Obamacare grandstand about the benefits of its coverage, a December 2016 report by the Center for Disease Control found that life expectancy in the United States decreased for the first time

since 1993. One of the reasons for the decline in life expectancy has been the economic consequences of Obamacare. A study by the American Action Forum concluded the law resulted in nearly 300,000 fewer jobs, 10,130 fewer businesses and $19 billion in lost wages. Simultaneously, premiums continue to rise by leaps and bounds according to numerous studies that have calculated Obamacare’s impact. Republicans are concerned about people who want health coverage, but the truth is the government cannot afford another large program that will bankrupt the country. A broke nation can’t help anyone, and the Democrats have already had their chance with Obamacare. Their signature legislation of this decade has blown up in their faces and a new direction is needed — and that’s what the GOP has to offer. John M. Graber (jgraber3@wisc.edu) is a senior majoring in history and political science. Summer 2017 Mail Home Issue • badgerherald.com • 21

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Your guide to fighting the Freshman 15 It can be hard finding a good place to get in shape even without renovations getting in the way . Don’t worry, we’ll help you out by Kristen Larson Sports Editor

Finding a good place to work out on campus is kind of like trying to find an interesting history class — difficult and usually disappointing. But don’t sweat it. The Herald has all of your fitness needs covered.

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If you’re looking for a full service gym, look no further than the Nat. Located on Observatory Drive, it is right in the heart of the Lakeshore neighborhood, but a bit of a hike for anyone residing in the Southeast. With gym machines, swimming pools, volleyball and basketball courts, there is something for everybody at the Nat. Location: 2000 Observatory Drive Hours: 6 a.m.-midnight Monday through

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Always had a dream of working out near the football team? Wish granted! While you might think only football and volleyball players can work out at Camp Randall, this athletic facility is actually open to all who wish to get fit in style. Open every day of the week except for Saturdays during home football games, one can do so much at Camp Randall. There is a 200 m track for those who don’t want to run in the cold, and an ice rink for those who would love nothing more than to shred some serious ice during their down time. Location: 1430 Monroe Street Hours: 6 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday,

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No, you’re not reading that wrong. To address the many displaced students that will suffer from the closing of the SERF, UW and Rec Sports will be putting a small gym on the first floor of Ogg. There are still some issues that are being worked out, and the hours during which these machines will be available have not been confirmed. More information will be available as the academic year approaches. Location: 835 West Dayton Street Hours: TBD

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Cyc offers a series of exhilarating, beat-based rides that activate the whole

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Football preview: What to expect from the Badgers this season Kinder schedule, strong defense offers promising season for football program but new defensive coordinator could prove problematic byBrice Schreter Sports Editor

The University of Wisconsin football team enters the 2017 season with high expectations and hopes of replicating, or even exceeding, last year’s success. In 2016, the Badger’s won the Big Ten-West title and acquired a Cotton Bowl victory over Western Michigan. In 2017, the Badger’s will open the season as the No. 12 ranked team in USA Today’s annual preseason coaches poll. After coming so close last year, Wisconsin’s goals remain the same — a Big Ten title and a birth in the College Football Playoff. Let’s dive in on what will help them get there and what could possibly trip them up along the way.

Why They’ll Succeed: The Schedule

Perhaps the most promising thing for the Badger’s this upcoming season is their schedule. Last year, they had to play an astonishing five of the top ten teams ranked nationally. This included an opening day game against Louisiana State University and a brutal three-week stretch consisting games against the University of Michigan, Michigan State University and Ohio State University. This season’s schedule is much kinder to the Badgers, as they are set to play only one team that

is ranked in the pre-season poll: The Michigan Wolverines. While a weaker strength of schedule may leave Wisconsin with less wiggle room, at the end of the day, it is unlikely the Football Bowl Subdivision selection committee would leave a Big Ten Champion with relatively few losses.

The Defense

Wisconsin’s top-ranked defense was undoubtedly the biggest strength of the team last year, and that is unlikely to change this upcoming season. The Badgers return 27 of the 33 players who lettered for the team on defense last season, with the departures of TJ Watt and Vince Biegel leave big holes to fill. That being said, head coach Paul Chryst and newly promoted defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard are confident that a collective effort, lead by seniors Garret Dooley and Leon Jacobs, will be sufficient in making sure the defense can continue the success that they had last season. The Badgers ended last season giving up an average of only 15.6 points a, ranking fourth best in the FBS.

What Could Cause Them to Fail:

A New defensive coordinator

With defensive coordinator Justin Wilcox’s departure for the head coaching position at the University of California, Los Angeles, Wisconsin was left with large shoes to fill. But, they got their man in Leonhard, a former NFL safety. The only slightly concerning aspect of his arrival to the team is this will only be his second season coaching any level of football. Having just retired from the NFL two seasons ago, Leonhard is a very new face in the college football world. Athletic director Barry Alvarez and coach Chryst see the tenacity and grit that made the 5-foot-8 undersized Leonhard successful and hope that will help him overcome his lack of coaching experience. If Leonhard and the Badger’s defense can find away to replicate last year’s success, it is difficult to imagine any team being able to give them a real

challenge in the Big Ten-West Division.

Uncertainty with the Quarterback

Although freshmen and four-star recruit Jack Coan was incredible during spring practice, the Badgers will start the season with Alex Hornibrook as their starter. Hornibrook started nine games last season and, although he showed flashes of potential, he was also inconsistent with his accuracy. This was evident in games where the Badgers were forced to throw the ball more than usual, like during his 9 for 25 passing performance in a loss against Michigan. This season, Hornibrook will rely heavily on Troy Fumagalli, who returns with hopes of being an All-American tight end. If Hornibrook can take the next step this season and become an above average Big Ten starter, then the Badgers are in business. If not — or God forbid he gets injured — the Badgers will likely turn to

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How to prepare for your first Badger game day like a pro A comprehensive guide to Wisconsin football home game traditions you don’t want to miss and common mistakes to avoid by Kristen Larson

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Judging by the fact that you signed up to come to a Big Ten school, odds are at some point in your freshman year — or in four years at the University of Wisconsin — you’re going to end up cheering on your fellow Badgers at a football game. Below are some key tips for not looking like a total rookie at your first football game.

The Basics

Length: Football consists of four quarters, and there is a halftime break after the second quarter. Each quarter is 15 minutes long. Place: If you go to a football game, you’re going to want to head over to Camp Randall. The student section is located on the north side of the stadium.

If you want to sound like you know what you’re talking about, here is what you need to know. Quarterback: Alex Hornibrook Coach: Paul Chryst, but you can just call him Coach Chryst. Out of material?: Talk about a Watt brother — you have three to choose from: JJ, Derek and TJ may have all graduated, but they will always be Wisconsin royalty. Anyone and everyone is always willing to talk about them.

Traditions

Jump Around: Before the fourth quarter begins, the entire student section — and most of Camp Randall — participates in the honored Wisconsin tradition. Set to the wonderful track of “Jump Around” by House of Pain, all the students “jump

up, jump up and get down,”with hands in the air for roughly two minutes. If you attend any game at Camp Randall, you must participate during this crucial moment. If you do not “Jump Around” with the rest of us, you might as well have gone to Minnesota.

The Don’ts

Talk about The University of Minnesota, unless you’re saying how much they suck. The hallowed halls of Camp Randall should not be besmirched by the likes of those dirty Gophers. Spend all of your time on your cellphone. This is a crucial moment in life — probably a moment that you will talk about forever — and it won’t be nearly half as gratifying if you’re only looking at a six-inch screen. Drive. Make sure to walk to Camp Randall because parking on game days is super chaotic.

Plus, walking under the Camp Randall Arch is one of the coolest feelings in the world. Stress about dressing crazy. Most students are typically wearing their best overalls and face paint. Plus, there is no such thing as too much Badger pride. Be afraid to talk to other people in your section. The Badger community is super friendly, and you never know who you might meet. Come to the game super late. Anything can happen the minute the football in launched into the air. You never know when you’re going to witness the next greatest moment in Wisconsin football history. Worry. Even if you make a mistake, no one will remember it. Seriously, there’s about 16,000 people in the student section, and at the end of the day, we’re all there to have fun. On Wisconsin!

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Here’s why Koenig and Bronson weren’t drafted Both Badgers still have plenty of potential for success in NBA by Kristen Larson Sports Editor

With the NBA Draft concluding just over three weeks ago, it is now an appropriate time to discuss the question all Badger fans have been asking: Why did neither Nigel Hayes and Bronson Koenig hear their names called on draft night? With no disrespect to either Hayes or Koenig, whose contributions to the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball program — along with their many accomplishments during their tenure — cannot be appreciated enough, it was no surprise that neither were selected on the night of June 22. Regardless of their superb talents, it is important to acknowledge the utter difficulty of getting drafted into the NBA. Out of the four major sports in America — baseball, basketball, hockey and football — the NBA yields the lowest percentage of college athletes. Consisting of 30 teams, all whom are granted two selections, the NBA provides the chance for only 60 individuals to be chosen to continue their careers at the next level each year. Of these 60 slots, on average, only 44 of them are filled by NCAA players. By taking the 44 NCAA players projected to be drafted, and dividing that figure by the number of approximate NCAA players who are draft eligible — 4,152 in 2017 — and you are left with a 1.1 percent yield — the lowest out of all major American sports. Unlikelihood aside, the 2017 NBA draft class was a generational group of players, drawing comparisons to both the 1986 and 2003 draft classes, which consisted of Michael Jordan and LeBron James, respectively. Hayes and Koenig, as skilled and talented as they were, just could not be put into the same discussion. Aligning with the common trend of drafting freshman over the past decade or so, this year ’s draft did not variate. In fact, it set the record for the most freshmen drafted in the first round with 16, as well as the record for the fewest seniors drafted in the first round with two. These two extremes left little room four our Badger stars to thrive. Looking at the two more individually, both

exhibited fatal flaws which resulted in their NBA draft dreams being shattered. First, let’s discuss Nigel Hayes who of the two was seen as the most likely to be drafted. Hayes tested the draft waters after his junior year, but ultimately decided to return to school to bolster his stock. In retrospect, this may have hurt Hayes’ draft value. Although gifted by outstanding athleticism and physical tools, the 6-foot8 wing was plagued with a poor shooting from both the free throw line and behind the three-point arc, immediately drawing red flags from scouts who salivate at the new prototypical “3 and D” wing. With an unreliable shot, it would be difficult for Hayes to play in crunch time where opposing teams would gladly send him to the free throw line after he makes one of his patented post game spin moves or pivots. Now onto Bronson Koenig, or the selfproclaimed best shooter in this year ’s draft class. Koenig might have been biting off more than he could chew with his letter to NBA GM’s in the Players’ Tribune. While it is undeniable Koenig excels at shooting, his numbers are not quite “best shooter in the draft” material. Like Hayes, Koenig’s weaknesses were just far too great to overcome his strengths in the eyes of NBA GM’s. Although a good size for the prototypical NBA point guard, even at 6-foot-3, Koenig’s lack of pure athleticism would hinder his ability to sustain productivity at the next level. Without his ability to drive to the rim as a result of his lack of physicality, at the next level, he would be relinquished to purely a catch-andshoot player. This, tied in with his sub-par rebounding and play-making ability, is just a combination not many teams are willing to take a risk on. While these two Badger greats were not selected in the draft, that does not mean their NBA dreams are gone. Shortly after the draft both players were signed to NBA summer league teams, Hayes the New York Knicks and Koenig the Milwaukee Bucks, where they will be provided the chance to prove they belong with the best.

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Eight UW rowers to represent USA at world championships Past heartbreak, robust support systems and toughness-focused coaching help push Badgers forward at international level by Stephanie Browne Associate Sports Editor

When 11.5 percent of the 2017 United States Under 23 Rowing team is comprised of students from the University of Wisconsin’s rowing teams, it’s safe to say UW has a strong rowing program. While this statement is true, there’s a lot that goes into appearing on a national team roster. When the other boats pull away from you in a race and you’re faced with a last place finish, or are told that the fastest boat lineup is one without you in it, most people would throw around clichés or resort to blaming coaching style or unfair seat races. But not Wisconsin rowers. They take advice from the Porter Boathouse stairwell and accept the challenge. The athletes chosen for the U-23 national team went through an extensive selection process. They first attended identification camp, where

they were evaluated by coaches to then be invited to under 23 selection camp. They spent months competing among the top rowers in the country for a seat in the boat. This year, eight rowers from the men’s and women’s rowing teams at Wisconsin were named to team USA for the 2017 Worlds Rowing U23 Championships: Maddie Wannamaker, Lexi Silverling, James Bernard, Andrew Griffin, Kyle James, Nickolas Montalvo and Thomas Walker, will race. Senior Sebastien Amberger was set to race in the men’s quad, but due to a recent injury, will not be able to compete. Amberger attributes his success at the allstar training camp to the work ethic the Badgers brought from the Wisconsin rowing program. “Having my teammates at camp allows us to bring our unique culture to the camp and use it as motivation to succeed,” Amberger said. “Because the way Wisconsin operates is so different

compared to other programs, we take a lot of pride in our system and use it to support one another throughout the tough selection process.” Although the eight Wisconsin rowers have been training all summer for worlds, their journey to the international event began further back. “The entire coaching staff has really helped me develop as a rower over the last three years and were vital in me making it this far,” said Walker. “Coach Clark and his program and training breed toughness. If you commit to his plan, it becomes inevitable that you’ll be mentally and physically tough, which is one of the essential elements of being successful.” This mental toughness is in common discourse among rowers and coaches, and proves to be an imperative aspect to pushing boundaries and reaching goals. Wannamaker raced in the last year’s world championships in Rotterdam, where her quad

came in last place. Despite the loss, Wannamaker rejected complacency and settled for more. “It was a crushing loss, but I moved forward knowing I couldn’t let my only international rowing experience be a last place finish,” Wanamaker said. Silverling was also at the 2016 World Championships, but due to her “alternate” roster status, she watched Wannamaker and her teammates from the sidelines. Both Silverling and Wanamaker took the advice engraved on the Boathouse stairs and “accepted the challenge” — and their hard work has finally paid off. While the biggest challenge is still ahead of them, all eight Badgers have proven they are more than capable of rising to the task. Whether it’s coaching staff and the training plan, or the attitude of friendly competition and brotherly support, Wisconsin rowers always seem to find a way to the top.

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