The Collegian: Vol. 143 No. 4

The Collegian Central Methodist University

10.22.14

Vol. 142

No. 4

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News, pages 2-5 • Check out all the festivities CMU has planned for Homecoming 2014!

Sports, pages 6-7 & 10-11

•Catch up on Eagle athletics; fall sports recaps and winter team previews.

Centerspread • “Ghosts of Central” Everything you need to know about how you’re never alone on CMU’s campus.

Inside this issue Student Opinion • Shak is back! What you should and shouldn’t wear for Halloween 2014. Page 12

Spotlights, p. 13 • Do you know this week’s student, faculty, and staff spotlights?

Alumni Update • Contributions from two past Collegian Editors: Brittanee Jacobs & Hannah Kiddoo

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Letter from the Faculty Advisor

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n this issue of The Collegian, we are fortunate to have past editors of The Collegian making contributions to this issue, our Halloween and Homecoming issue. Brittanee Jacobs, Hannah Kiddoo, and Rachael Selby-Freeman all returned home to the newspaper for this special issue. We also have an article written by alum and Editor Emeritus Jim Steele and a contribution by alum and Talon Editor Cathy Thogmorton.

Brittanee Jacobs served as editor of The Collegian during the 2011-2012 school year. She now resides in the Kansas City metropolitan area and continues to write freelance for multiple publications. Her opinion piece discusses her disappointment with the closing of four camps operated by the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Hannah Kiddoo served as coeditor of The Collegian during the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years. Upon graduating from CMU, she earned her Master of Arts in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin.

She currently serves as the assistant editor of the Texas Bar Journal, a publication of the State Bar of Texas. She enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends. Han-

nah offers advice on short road trips from Fayette as a way to better enjoy the fall in Missouri.

Rachael Selby Freeman served as editor of The Collegian during the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 school years.

She is currently the editor of Barry County Advertiser in Cassville, Missouri.

She enjoys covering sports for the newspaper, working campaigns, and chasing her two-year old son Jack around. In her article, Rachael explains how her internship during her time at CMU led to her involvement in politics and her current career.

Jim Steele owned the Fayette Advertiser and the DemocratLeader until selling them to retire. His retirement was shortlived when he came on board

as Editorial Advisor to The Collegian in 2011. He retired again in May of this year, but you can’t keep any of these editors away from writing for too long. Jim covers the camp closing controversy of the Missouri Conference of United Methodist Church from a straight news perspective.

Cathy Thogmorton works in CMU’s Marketing Communications and Public Relations department as the editor of The Talon. She provided us an article about the hauntings of CMU. We took excerpts from her larger article written for the Talon to use for the centerspread of The Collegian.

Her article brought the right amount of eerie to this issue of The Collegian.

These five alumni understand the effort and sacrifice it takes to bring a publication like The Collegian together.

We were fortunate to have the leadership and writing of these alumni during their time, and as they continue, working for The Collegian and CMU. We continue to benefit from their contributions today. The Collegian editors, reporters, and I thank you for the work you did keeping the newspaper going and the work you did for this issue.

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Prof. Collin Brink

•Collin Brink-Faculty Advisor cbrink@centralmethodist.edu

Founded in 1872, The Collegian is Missouri’s oldest college newspaper. It is published by the Central Methodist student government and the university’s communications department in concert with the Fayette Advertiser and Democrat-Leader.

It is published every other Wednesday.

Additional staff persons are needed in various capacities including news reporting, sports, special columns, and photography. Contact the editor or advisors.

The Collegian welcomes your comments and letters to the editor.

•Kaitlyn Klapperich-Editor kklapper@centralmethodist.edu •Bailey Brown-Layout Editor •Lori Ann Addington •Jon Schwab •Thomas Gilson •Jamie Gisburne •Cloe Beck •Alexandria Martin •Shakirah Salandy • Joe Jefferies

Dr. C. Fred Bergsten to Speak on Economics & Politics Friday, October 24 at noon in Stedman 200 Internationally-renowned economist Dr. C. Fred Bergsten will present a special lecture on “The Political and Economic Outlook” as part of Homecoming 2014 at Central Methodist University. The lecture will begin at noon on Friday, Oct. 24, in Stedman Hall, room 200, on the campus of CMU in Fayette. There is no cost and the public is welcome.

Bergsten, a 1961 graduate of Central Methodist University, is a senior fellow and director emeritus of the Peterson Institute for International Economics in Washington, D. C. In September, President Obama reappointed him to

the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations, where he has served since 2010. Bergsten was the Peterson Institute’s founding director from 1981 through 2012. He served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for International Affairs from 1977 until 1981, and Assistant for International Economic Affairs to the National Security Council from 1969 to 1971.

Previously, he was Chairman of the Competitiveness Policy Council and the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum’s Eminent Persons Group.

In addition to a B.A. from Central Methodist University,

NOTE: The Collegian is dated every other Wednesday. Material intended for publication must be submitted on the Wednesday of publication (preferably earlier).

This Collegian and all past issues for the 2011-12, 2012-13, and 201314 school years may be found on the CMU website.

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Bergsten has an M.A., an M.A.L.D., and a Ph.D. from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University.

The Fayette Advertiser and The Democrat Leader as well as the Central Methodist student government and Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations department for making this publication possible.

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Central Music and Choral Groups Set to Perform Fall/Winter 2014

The music program at CMU has a lot on the calendar for the remainder of the fall 2014 semester. Chorale, the Conservatory Singers, the Jazz Band, the Church Street Boys, and the newest group, the Swinney Sisters will perform.

CMU Chorale, the elite touring vocal group of the Swinney Conservatory of Music, directed by Dr. Claude Westfall since his arrival at CMU in 2008, comprises 30 students.

The group begins practice prior to the first day of classes and by November sets out on its annual choir tour. The tour runs Thursday, November 20, through the following Tuesday, November 25, this year; a schedule will be released soon. In addition to performing on tour, Chorale will have two home concerts, one on November 2 and one on December 7 in the last concert of the semester, in conjunction with the Concert Band and the Conservatory Singers.

The largest choral group at edu CMU, the Conservatory Singr ers, have a new director, lead-

on some occasions, CMU President Dr. Roger Drake, an accomplished musician in his own right, will sit in for a while and tickle the ivories with the band.

The Church Street Boys, CMU’s all male choral group, have many new and returning members and are practicing their vocals preparing for the upcoming events of the fall semester. This highly accomplished group of 24 men sing a wide variety of music from gospel and classical to jazz and show tunes. The group has more than doubled in size over the last couple of years and include some of CMU’s best male vocalists. The Church Street Boys are a creation of Dr. Ron Atteberry, who joined CMU’s Swinney Conservatory of Music faculty as a

full-time assistant professor in 2010. He has had more than 12 compositions premiered at the Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) conference. Not only are the Church Street Boys preparing for a fall performance November 10, but they are also rehearsing for a concert during the 2015 MMEA Conference in late January at the Lake of the Ozarks. Only 10 groups are chosen each year to perform at MMEA, and only three of those are from universities.

The newest vocal music ensemble on the CMU campus

is an all-woman group named the Swinney Sisters, after CMU’s Swinney Conservatory of Music. Dr. Claude Westfall, CMU associate professor of music, conducts the ensemble. The Swinney Sisters is comprised of 20 students.

They sing both a cappella and with accompaniment, encompassing an eclectic repertoire that includes jazz, Broadway, spirituals, Baroque, love, and satirical songs. The Swinney Sisters’ first performance will be on November 10 in conjunction with the men’s vocal ensemble Church Street Boys.

Rededication of Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 26 The sanctuary of Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on the campus of Central Methodist University will be rededicated on Sunday, Oct. 26 as a part of CMU Homecoming activities. The rededication service will mark the celebration of the completion of recent major renovations to the church, which is also used by CMU for many activities.

Service begins at 9:30 a.m. and will be led by Reverend Peggie Wood of Linn Memorial UMC, accompanied by Rev. Lucas Endicott (former Linn pastor and CMU’s Director of the Center

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ing the 62-member choir this year is Dr. Laura Wiebe, assistant professor of music. The Conservatory Singers comprise a diverse group of students. Many are music majors, vocal or instrumental; and other students, in other fields of study, just love to sing. The Conservatory Singers will have two performances this semester, the first on November 2 in conjunction with CMU’s other mixed choir, Chorale, followed by a joint band and choirs Christmas concert on December 7.

CMU’s feistiest music group is the CMU Jazz Band. The energy they produce is contagious and draws big crowds.

They are already practicing for a major concert in November at CMU. The Jazz Band is led by the equally energetic husband-and-wife combo, CMU directors Dr. Ron Shroyer and Jo Ellen Ming Shroyer. The CMU Jazz Band currently has 17 student performers, plus alumnus Ted Spayde ‘70 on bass, and occasional participation from the directors. Also,

for Faith and Service), and Rev. Lynn Dyke (District Superintendent for the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church).

The sermon will be delivered by Rev. Nate Berneking, the Director of Financial Ministries for the Missouri Annual Conference. CMU President Roger Drake and CMU Board of Trustees member and Fayette native Tad Perry of Ft. Pierre, S.D., will give remarks as well.

The CMU Conservatory Singers will be performing during the service, led by Dr. Laura Wiebe. A reception with refreshments will follow the service.

Glasgow, Carrollton Middle Schools Top CMU Math-Science Contest Middle school competition draws 75 students

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Outstanding achievements math and science students from St. Mary’s School in Glasgow and from Carrollton Middle School brought top >> honors at the 2014 Mary and Ted Forbes Middle School nd Math and Science competition held recently at Central Methhod-odist University. and In the Grades 6-8 contest, a- a three-member team from St. ons Mary’s placed first. Fayette thiswas second, and Carrollton third. In the Grades 4-5 division, Carrollton took top honors, with teams from Marshall

Public Schools placing second and third.

A total of 75 students in grades 4-8 from 10 different school districts participated this year, according to Dr. James “Tiger” Gordon, contest coordinator and chair of the division of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at CMU. Students participated in three rounds of knowledgebased questions in areas such as physical science, biological science, earth and space science and mathematics.

They also constructed a vehicle that was powered by no more than two regular balloons to test which vehicle could travel the furthest down a prescribed path. The students received points based on the distance of travel.

“We are grateful for teachers working with and bringing students to the competition,” Gordon said. “We believe our event sparks healthy competition amongst some of the brightest students in our region.

“The teachers and students

commented on how they are anxious each year to come and compete,” he added. “We also believe that it is a tremendous opportunity for us to introduce CMU to these students.”

In the Grade 6-8 division, members of the championship team from St. Mary’s School were Colin Fuemmeler, Logan Fuemmeler, and Jackson Haskamp. Team members for runner-up Fayette were Shelby James, Jennifer Nelson and Cameron Stornello.

Third place Carrollton was comprised of Gentri Oetinger,

Hayden Ritchhart and Gabby Thorne.

In the Grade 4-5 division, Carrollton’s championship team included Abigail Dunn, Racheal French and Diego Thorne. The second place Marshall squad included Connor Grossenburg, Karsyn King and Sam Yong. The third place Marshall team was made up of Christian Clair, Danasia Hammer and Hayden King.

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Pi Gamma Mu and Lambda Pi Eta Induct New Members The Kappa Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu inducted its newest members on Thursday, October 17. Pi

science disciplines which seek to understand and explain human behavior and social relationships as well as their related problems and issues. The Kappa Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu was established at Central in 1935 by Dr. Merrill Gaddis (1891-1958), who was professor of history and later chair of its history and political science department, and who served the institution for nearly 30 years.

The 13 newest members are Sara Bolin; Sally Front row left to right: Lauran Kassandra Wille, Sara Beth Bolin, Brookshier; Emily Clark; Thomas Emily Ann Clark, Valerie Nicole Kimball, Kristal Lynn Roberts Gilson, Jr.; Valeria Kimball; Donte Back row left to right: Donte Jaymes Libran, Victoria Marie Warren, Ali Schmucker, Libran; Maggie Moore; Joseph Maggie E. Moore, Alyssa Nicole Webb, Thomas Gilson Jr. Morris; Kristal Roberts; Heather The CMU chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, a Association. The organization was Schmucker; Victoria Warren; collegiate honor society for students at founded in 1985 and there are over 400 Alyssa Webb; and Lauran Wille. The new members join current members four-year institutions who are studying active chapters in the nation.

The new members, Maggie Moore Kelsey Forqueran, Julie Hubbard, communication, inducted two new Kaitlyn Klapperich, Hannah Mackey, members in a ceremony coinciding and Thomas Gilson, Jr.; join current Chelsea Pannier, Amber Pezold, with Pi Gamma Mu’s induction members Kelsey Forqueran, Kaitlyn Molly Ripperger, Kayla Taylor, Jessica ceremony. The society is offered Klapperich, and Jessica Travlos.

Travlos, Rebecca Vollmer, and Sarah through the National Communications White.

Campus News Gamma Mu is the International Honor Society in Social Sciences. Their mission is to encourage and recognize superior scholarship in social-science disciplines and to foster cooperation and social service among its members.

Pi Gamma Mu serves the various social-

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Spielbauer Hired To Lead Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Jennifer Spielbauer has been hired as the program director for Central Methodist University’s new Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program, according to Dr. Rita Gulstad, provost of CMU. The new program will be located in the Allied Health Building, currently under construction and scheduled to open in fall 2015 on the Fayette campus. The program, currently awaiting accreditation, will lead to an associate’s degree. If students choose, they can then continue to pursue CMU’s bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences.

Spielbauer will be responsible for the day-to-day functions of the program, including operational standards, coursework, accreditation, and guiding the PTA program and faculty. She has

most recently been employed as staff physical therapist at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital in Aberdeen, S.D. During her time there, Spielbauer’s duties included collaboration with staff, caregivers, and family members; supervision of physical therapy assistants and aides; staff training; documentation; and mentoring of high school and college students with interest in the field. Spielbauer has also been a physical therapist in Iowa and Minnesota, and an instructor at Des Moines (Iowa) University-Osteopathic Medical Center and Indian Hills Community College (Ottumwa, Iowa). Spielbauer holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Simpson College and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Des Moines UniversityOsteopathic Medical Center.

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CMU Homecoming: A Board Game To Play

Weekend of October 24-26 The population of Fayette will swell with pride on Oct. 24-26—it’s Central Methodist University’s Homecoming weekend, bringing in alumni and friends from all over the country for the annual trek to the school they cherish.

This year’s theme, Board Games, should provide inventive, humorous windows and floats from current student organizations.

A full schedule of activities can be found at http:// cmalumni.centralmethodist. edu/hc2014 Homecoming 2014 highlights include: Friday, Oct. 24 Alumni check in from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Inman

Student and Community Center (ISACC) in the rotunda. Other check-ins will be held Friday evening and all morning Saturday downtown.

Those who arrive early can visit current classes during the day as part of “Alumni College.”

During the weekend, both the Bergsten Dining Hall and the CMU bookstore will be open.

At noon on Friday Dr. C. Fred Bergsten ‘61 will honor the university, students, and friends, with a presentation on “The Economic and Political Outlook.” With a reputation as one of the world’s top international

economists, Bergsten draws a crowd wherever he speaks.

The lecture in Stedman Hall, room 200 is open to the public at no charge.

Bergsten and his wife, Virginia Wood Bergsten ‘59, also will make a return engagement as the Grand Marshals of the Homecoming parade on Saturday.

Evening activities Friday include an All Alumni Social Hour, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the restored Old Howard County Jail on East Morrison Street, just off the square. Honored classes include 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, and 2009.

6:30 – 50th and 60th Class Reunion Dinner, Jacobs Conference Center, ISACC; reservations required 6:30 – CMU Women’s Basketball Alumnae Game, Puckett Field House 7 – GOLD party for Graduates of the Last Decade, Howard County Fairgrounds 7:30 – CMU Men’s Basketball Alumni Game, Puckett Field House 9:30 – Pep Rally, Puckett Field House

11-2 – The Stephens Museum will be open for visitors, T. Berry Smith Hall 11-4 – Ashbey-Hodge Gallery of American Art will be open for visitors, Classic Hall 11:30 – Eagle Volleyball v. Hannibal-LaGrange, Puckett Field House 1 - Football v MoVal 5 – Women’s soccer v.

Graceland, Davis Field 7 – Men’s Soccer v.

Graceland Following the football game, alumni are invited to gather at the Braxton and Judy Rethwisch home (301 W. Spring St.) for a reception that often extends well into the evening.

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HOME Saturday, Oct. 25 Registration for alumni can be found at the Fayette Bandstand from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

The parade on Saturday begins at 10 a.m. in downtown Fayette, with floats, bands, the alumni “floating” band, cheerleaders and spirit squad, and many dignitaries.

The traditional tailgate lunch will be held on Inman Plaza, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. CMU President Roger Drake will make an important announcement at that time.

The annual Homecoming football game begins at 1 p.m. at Davis Field, with CMU hosting Missouri Valley College. During the game, members of the 1964 infamous “Mud Bowl” marching band will be introduced and recognized for their moxie during a nationally televised St. Louis Cardinal football game in the middle of a monsoon-style rain.

Sunday, Oct. 26 Homecoming will come to a close on Sunday with a 9:30 a.m. worship service at Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on the CMU campus, where all choir alumni will be invited to join the choir in singing “Beautiful Savior.”

The newly renovated sanctuary will also be dedicated that day.

Graduate-Off Campus-Online Enrollment Grows A record 4,626 taking CGES classes

For the first time in Central Methodist University (CMU) history, more than 4,600 students are taking coursework through its College of Graduate and Extended Studies (CGES).

That record comes on the heels of a similar, record-setting feat by CMU’s on-campus, undergraduate College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) announced several weeks ago, noted CMU President Dr. Roger Drake.

“The College of Graduate and Extended Studies is successful because it meets the needs of students where they are,” Drake said. “It extends the footprint of Central and the reach of our mission.”

College of Graduate and Extended Studies’ enrollment increased by 1.8 percent from a year ago, according to CMU Provost Dr. Rita Gulstad. CGES includes CMU graduate studies, its network of off-campus sites, and its dual

credit program for high-achieving high school students, she said.

CMU experienced notable growth in its graduate studies program, Gulstad said. A total of 246 students are taking master degree-level coursework, up by 9.3 percent from a year ago.

The University’s undergraduate programming in St. Louis saw a similar 9.2 percent boost in attendance this fall, Gulstad said, while the dual credit program grew by 2.4 percent.

The 4,626 students in CGES, combined with 1,185 enrolled in its on-campus CLAS program, brings total CMU enrollment to 5,811. That is an increase of 2.9 percent from the same time last year. It wasn’t until just 10 years ago that Central’s total enrollment eclipsed 2,000, Drake pointed out.

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Volleyball: CMU splits two matches in home Triangular FAYETTE, Mo. - The Eagles went 1-1 had 12. Danni Guseman had nine digs. with 14 kills and 12 digs for the Warin the Central riors. Toree Misa’alefua Methodist Trialso had a double-douangular, held ble with 19 assists and We d n e s d a y 11 digs. inside Puckett Emily Becker had 16 Field House. kills in the final match The Green of the night for William and Black deWoods (16-11). Abbie feated Bacone O’Mara had 29 digs.

(Okla.) 3-0 by Brittany Engelbrecht scores of 25posted a double-double, 23, 25-17 and dishing out 51 assists 25-20 before while getting 12 digs. losing to WilJackson tallied 11 liam Woods kills in the loss to the (Mo.) 3-1 by Owls. Smith poured in scores of 25a double-double with 13 20, 21-25, 16- CMU’s Melody Hanson totaled 38 assists and 17 digs in two matches digs and 10 kills to go 25 and 22-25. Wednesday, 10/15. along with a hitting perCentral Methcentage of .333. Hanson odist’s (9-16) Jordan Jackson totaled Melody Hanson totaled 21 assists and also added a double-double with 17 14 kills and a .393 hitting percentage in six digs, while Katelyn Waddell had assists and 11 digs. Lopez had a teamthe win against Bacone (6-14). Andrea 12 assists. Julia Weber had three of the high 21 digs. Dana Peters and Madison Lopez came up with 19 digs, while team’s eight block assists.

Bond each had two of the team’s six Lindsay Smith and Hannah Willis each Jade Tigilau had a double-double block assists.

Women’s Soccer loses NAIA MOW ATCHISON, Kan. – No. 18 Benedictine (Kan.) defeated Central Methodist, 3-0, on Saturday in the NAIA Women's Soccer Match of the Week at BC Soccer Complex.

Benedictine (13-1-0, 4-0) earned its ninth shutout of the season on Saturday night with the win over Central Methodist (8-3-3, 1-3).

The Eagles came out CMU’s Nicki Noreen dribbles past Benedicfiring offensively in the first tine’s Liz Intfen on Saturday. (Photo courtesy 15 minutes, but shots by of BC Media Relations) Jordie Retzlaff and Kelsey game out for the Ravens.

Vanzant were unable to find the back Ravens' keeper Ashley Holland of the net. earned her seventh shutout of the Kara Hines netted the first goal of season, picking up three saves over 90 the match during the 31st minute when minutes of action. she scored off an assist from Jordan Retzlaff and Erin Winschel each had Francescon. two shots on goal for the Eagles.

Liz Enna scored an unassisted Eagles' goalkeeper Sam Savio made goal during the 51st minute to push six saves in 90 minutes.

Benedictine ahead 2-0 and then Central Methodist hosts William Fransescon added an unassisted goal Woods (Mo.) on Thursday, Oct. 23, at during the 65th minute to close the 7 p.m. CT.

Latham serves Bulldogs a 3-0 defeat

FAYETTE, Mo. - Central Methodist recorded 11 service aces, including 10 through the first two games, in a 3-0 victory over Benedictine-Springfield (Ill.) on Friday evening inside Puckett Field House. The Eagles won the match by scores of 25-19, 25-9 and 25-15.

Six of the season-high 11 service aces came from Darcy Latham, who also had 10 kills and six digs. Jordan Jackson led Central Methodist (10-16) offensively with 11 kills and a .588 hitting percentage, as the Eagles hit .361 as a team. Andrea Lopez totaled 10 digs. Melody Hanson and Katelyn Waddell each had 15 assists. Madison Bond came up with four block assists, while Jackson followed with three.

Bryanna Stevens had nine kills for Benedictine-Springfield (1-19), which hit only .121 in the loss. Jaiden Fagrie dished out 22 assists.

Men’s Soccer: Eagles fall to Ravens, 3-1

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ATCHISON, Kan. - Central Methodist minute, when Fabio Priore scored dropped a 3-1 decision to Benedictine the go-ahead goal. The Ravens added (Kan.) in Heart of America Athletic an insurance goal during the 90th Conference action Saturday at BC minute when Ryan Dickerson scored Soccer Complex. off an assist from Benedictine Kenneth Clarizio.

(7-5-1, 3-1) used Benedictine two second-half keeper Taylor goals to defeat Vinnage earned the Central Methodist win recording four University (7-7, saves in 90 minutes 1-3). of action.

The Ravens Eagles’ struck first during goalkeeper Carlos the eighth minute Ribera made when Alex four saves in 90 Buckner scored minutes. off a scrum inside Da Silveira the box. tallied a matchAfter the Eagles high four shots on evened the match goal, while Jarrid CMU Forward Tyler Neis attacks the during the 18th Hamilton had one. ball. minute off a goal Central Methodist by Guilherme hosts William da Silveira, the match remained tied Woods (Mo.) on Thursday, Oct. 23, at through halftime and into the 53rd 5 p.m. CT.

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Football: Eagles fall at Graceland in HAAC GOW, Stand at 4-3 LAMONI, Iowa - Graceland (Iowa) points of its own, also kicked off by erased a 13-point halftime deficit and a field goal. Cody Thornton nailed scored 21-unanswered points in the a 33-yard kick to set up a 52-yard second half to claim a 31-23 win over pass from Myles King to Raysean visiting Central Methodist, Saturday Brown to bring the teams back to afternoon in the Heart of America Ath- level terms with 10:01 left in the letic Conference Game of the Week at first half.

Huntsman Field.

The Eagles responded with touchGraceland (4-3, 3-2) won their third- downs on its final two possessions straight game in conference play to of the first half. A 14-play, 55-yard move into a three-way tie with Cen- drive was finished off by a five-yard tral Methodist (4-3, 3-2) and Benedic- keeper by QB Nic Stephens to put tine for fourth place. The victory gave Central Methodist back on top. The Graceland its Eagles forced a first stretch of punt and marched three consecuback down the tive wins since field in the final the 2007 season. moments of the The two teams half, capping the traded backsecond quarter with to-back scores a 3-yard pass from in the first half Stephens to Keenan with Central Honore.

Methodist strikGraceland seized ing first over a the momentum back span of 1:50 in in its favor on its first the first quarter. drive of the second Following a 47half. A 27-yard punt yard field goal return by CJ Counts by Ezequiel put the Yellowjackets Rivera, Shawn at the Eagles’ 38-yard Whitley conline, where King hit verted a 51-yard Senior quarterback Nick Stephens looks Johnie Williams on punt return for a to complete a pass. a 32-yard touchdown touchdown and strike three plays lata 10-0 lead. er for a 23-17 scoreline.

Graceland replied with 10-straight A defensive play by Graceland fol-

lowing a punt by each team provided another spark for the home team. Marcus Zweifel stripped the ball from Honore, and the loose ball was recovered by Tyler Harden inside Central Methodist territory. Dileel Bartley raced 42 yards on the next play and finished off the drive with a one-yard run to give Graceland its first lead at the 3:10 mark of the third quarter.

Following a missed field goal by Rivera with 7:39 to play, turnovers on consecutive plays set Graceland up to put the game away.

With the Yellowjackets driving, Bartley lost the ball inside the Eagles’ 20, which was recovered by Ryan Tate.

However, Stephens was sacked on the next play and lost the ball. David Ed-

mondson gave the ball back to the Yellowjackets at the CMU 16.

Mathis Thomas carried five times on the ensuing possession, finishing off the drive with a two-yard touchdown run with 1:06 remaining. The Eagles advanced the ball to the Yellowjackets’ 38, but Stephens was sacked on the final play of the game.

Bartley carried 18 times for 85 yards for Graceland, while King finished 8 of 17 for 181 yards through the air and rushed six times for 35 yards.

Stephens completed 24 of 47 for 228 yards, with Paul Stevens making 10 catches for 91 yards. The Eagles ran 90 plays compared to 56 for the Yellowjackets and recorded 28 first downs but was undone by the pair of turnovers.

Jamall Williams named USA NAIA CoReceiver of the Week USA College Football NAIA Players of the Week NEW YORK, N.Y. - Central Methodist junior wide receiver Jamall Williams has been selected the USA College Football NAIA Co-Receiver of the Week.

We d n e s day’s honor is the second this week for the Kansas City native, who was named the Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC) Offensive Player of the Week on Monday.

Williams ignited Central Methodist’s 44-30 win over Culver-Stockton (Mo.) on Saturday with career highs in receptions (9) and receiving yards (174). He caught two touchdown passes from Nic Stephens, including a 74-yarder in the fourth quarter, and has at least one touchdown reception in ninestraight games.

Williams leads the HAAC in touchdowns (9) and scoring (56). He ranks 11th in the NAIA in scoring and 22nd in receiving yards (518).

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T The Howard-Payne Hauntings The grande dame of the college campus, Howard-Payne, has three resident ghosts, at least one of whom derives from a true incident. This young woman attended college in the ‘40s while the dorm was being reconstructed. Unfortunately for her, as she walked past the construction one day, a brick fell and hit her on the head, killing her. Since that time she is said to materialize out of the fog, trying in vain to reach the safety of the dorm room.

The second, more known ghost, is said to live on the fourth floor of HP North. A young woman hanged herself from the pipes in her room. Even today students hear creaking and rattling of the pipes as her ghost swings on them; and her shadow, hanging over the floor, is still said to be seen.

The Swinney Conservatory of ghostly encounters

The Swinney Conservatory is perhaps the most haunted place at CMU. It is home to a grand total of three entities, Tom Birch, N. Louise Wright, and Opal Hayes. Professor Birch was conducting the band in the assembly hall in 1964. During the “Catacombs” passage in Moussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition,” Birch died and fell off the stage into a set of drums.

He is known to appear under the clock tower, wearing a tuxedo, with a smile on his face as he says, “Lovely night for a concert, isn’t it?” Before disappearing into the locked Assembly Hall.

N. Louise Wright, first Dean of the Conservatory, also died during a performance in the Recital Hall in 1958. Dean Wright was playing a long run at the piano. At the end of the run, she simply continued the movement off the keyboard and fell to the floor, dead.

Students can often hear her and her friend Opal Hayes, who taught piano at Howard-Payne as well as Central, playing a Piano duet. Opal has also been spotted rearranging the furniture of the old Phi Beta room and singing as she goes.

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The Phantom of Mather Martin

In the Stephens Museum hangs an immense portrait of one of Central’s great founders, Bishop Enoch Mather Marvin. Bishop Marvin appears to be floating on air in his painting. The story is that Enoch Mather Marvin comes out of the painting, takes one of Bishop McMurry’s canes from the museum, and goes over the whole historical section, making sure everything is in place. When he’s finished checking everything out, he walks back into the painting.

For the bumps in the night, the creaky pipes, & footsteps in an empty room, CMU investigates the students that never left. We can’t ignore them anymore, they’re watching us.

He’s watching you in the stacks, ladies Libraries are generally considered havens from the real world where one can get lost in the past, or in the stacks. Just in case you don’t know, the stacks are what is beyond those mysterious brown doors where you can find some of CMU’s oldest collections. One of Central’s lesser known but most malevolent spirits may spend his time in the Methodistica section of the stacks. Legend says that a freshman girl purportedly was cornered by the vile ghost of a worker who had died while Cupples was being built. The librarian heard the girl screaming and intervened; the ghostly intruder vanished.

The librarian began a search and discovered the man who had died was wanted in Kansas for seven murders. The girl involved in the incident opted-out of college to return home.

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Winning on All Fronts: Jody Ford beats cancer, breathes new life into Central Methodist Football Story by Chris Duerr, KHQA Sports Director

QUINCY, Ill.- Jody Ford’s Tri-State ties run deep.

His parents Jim and Carol still live in Frankford, Missouri.

His early career coaching resume includes a pair of stops here (QU and C-SC) and since landing at Central Methodist, Jody has built a reputation of trust and respect with high school coaches and recruits in our area that has plied his program with talent.

And that’s clearly improved the health of his program in Fayette.

More importantly, as Will Wilson details, Jody’s personal health has taken an amazing turn for the better as well....

After a rare scare, at least for someone of his age and fitness, with colorectal cancer.

In a football game, perseverance is key to future success. A team must battle the ups and downs through four quarters of adversity. As a head coach, it’s your job to manage and keep the faith between your players.

For area native and Central Methodist head coach, Jody Ford, has been pulling double duty. Diagnosed with colorectal cancer a year ago, Coach Ford is now back full-time on the sidelines. A position he’s happy to be in after his long recovery.

Jody Ford: “I don’t know if you’re every truly over any of that. I don’t think I’ll ever truly be over it. But, it’s certainly a lot easier than a year ago. That being said, the thing that helps me, my

will continue throughout the season.”

With past stops at Culver-Stockton and Quincy University, Ford is in his third season with CMU. It’s what he gets to do every day with a group of young

family has been awesome. I mean, my goodness I’ve been so blessed to have such a great family. And then, my second family with our football program.

They’ve been great, those kids. It’s great to be back with them and my hats off to my kids on how they play, they continue to battle and hopefully that

men that continues to drive and motivate him. Especially when they win back in his familiar territory.

Jody Ford: “You know I’m living a dream every day and doing what I love to do but I get to live through their eyes.

All of us coaches can’t unfortunately play anymore, we wish we could, so

we have to live through our players eyes. I couldn’t ask for a better group of players. They represent me well and our program and our school and community. Like I said, my family, being from a town of Frankfort, Missouri of 400 people, not far from here. I’m very proud of my hometown and where I’m from, those people have always taken great care of me. So, I’m very blessed to have my high school coach today, my old high school quarterback. So, it was pretty cool being from Bowling Green high school and getting to come home.”

Now that a year has passed during Ford’s recovery, games and wins are enjoyed even more. And of course when it’s in front of the people he cares about.

Jody Ford: “I’ve got a lot of family that’s from here in Culver. My sister was a softball player here and basketball player. A lot of family, my in-laws went to school here. And then obviously being from around here and it’s home. I always enjoy coming back and I always get a lot of my own grouping here in the stands.

So it’s pretty cool, we can fill up the stands with the old Bowling Green, Pike county and people.”

Men’s Basketball: Runnin’ eagles picked to finish sixth in HAAC KANSAS CITY – Central Methodist has been picked to finish sixth in the 2014-15 Heart of America Athletic Conference Men's Basketball Preseason Coaches' Poll, released Wednesday morning as part of the Virtual Media Day presentation.

The Eagles picked up 50 points and were one point behind Missouri Valley for fifth.

Central Methodist is coming off an 18-13 campaign last season which included three wins over Top 25 opponents, with two coming against the Top 10 teams. The Eagles return six players from last season's squad, highlighted by third-team All-HAAC performer Mitchell Farr and honorable mention selection Eric McDaniel. Farr was third in the NAIA last season in three-pointers made per game (3.419) and canned 12 treys, setting a new single-game school record, in a win over No. 21 Park.

He also ranked 38th in the nation averaging 18.1 points per game. McDaniel ranked eighth nationally

in offensive rebounds per game (3.29) and 29th in rebounds (233).

Defending HAAC champion Benedictine (Kan.) received nine of 10 first place votes to sit atop the

Preseason Coaches' Poll. The Ravens received a full 81 voting points (coaches did not vote for their

own teams) to finish 16 points ahead of runner-up MidAmerica Nazarene (Kan.). The Pioneers claimed the remaining first place vote and earned 65 points.

Evangel (Mo.) earned 58 points to sit two points ahead of Culver-Stockton (Mo.).

The next two spots were separated by just one point as Missouri Valley (51 points) edged out Central Methodist (50) for the last spot in the top half of the poll. The teams switched spots from their regular season finish last season after splitting the two regular season meetings.

Baker (Kan.) was predicted to move up one place from its finish from a season ago and was picked to finish in seventh place with 31 points.

Graceland (Iowa), with 23 points, Peru State (Neb.), with 19 points and Avila (Mo.), with 16 points, round out the poll.

Central Methodist tips off its season at Concordia Seminary (Mo.) on Saturday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. CT.

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Women’s Basketball: Lady eagles picked to finish third in HAAC KANSAS CITY – Central Methodist has been picked to finish third in the 2014-15 Heart of America Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Preseason Coaches’ Poll, released Wednesday morning as part of the Virtual Media Day presentation.

The Eagles picked up one first place vote and were picked third, two points behind MidAmerica Nazarene (Kan.) for second, all for the second-straight season.

Central Methodist is coming off back-to-back 20-win campaigns and spent all of last season ranked in the Top 25 or receiving votes. The Eagles return seven players from last season’s 22-9 team, headlined by reigning HAAC Newcomer of the Year and WBCA honorable mention and NAIA honorable mention All-American Morgan Vetter (15.2 ppg).

Vetter, a first team All-HAAC selection in 2013-14,

broke a single-season school record for threes made (127) and led the NAIA in that category.

The Eagles also return honorable mention All-

HAAC performers in Taylor Cornelison (9.9 ppg, 7.3 rpg) and Kyra Williams (10.6 ppg).

Defending HAAC champion Baker (Kan.) received eight of 10 first place votes to sit atop the Preseason

Coaches’ Poll. The Wildcats received 80 voting points (coaches did not vote for their own teams) to finish 12 points ahead of runner-up MidAmerica Nazarene.

Benedictine (Kan.), which shared third place in the 201314 regular season with Central Methodist, was picked fourth in the poll with 56 points, three points ahead of Evangel (Mo.).

Graceland (Iowa) was chosen to finish in the same position as last season as the Yellowjackets claimed 39 points for sixth place, while Missouri Valley was picked to finish seventh with 34 points. Avila (Mo.), with 24 points, Peru State (Neb.), with 19 points and Culver-Stockton (Mo.), with 11 points, round out the last three places.

Central Methodist tips off its season with an exhibition at NCAA Division I foe Eastern Washington on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 8 p.m. CT.

Knowles’ $100,000 gift to boost powerhouse softball program One of the best small-college softball programs will soon see dramatic improvements to its ballpark, thanks to a gift from Central Methodist University alumnus Dr. Ralph E. Knowles.

CMU has received a $100,000 gift from the retired dentist now living in Pensacola, Fla. The University will match Knowles’ gift in order to substantially upgrade its Cox Softball Complex, according to CMU President Roger Drake. “Ralph Knowles is a dear friend and a great fan of Eagles softball,” Drake noted. “His gift will dramatically improve the athletic experience for these talented studentathletes.”

Knowles, who spent most of his professional career in Tennessee, wasn’t big in extracurricular activities as a Central student. The Ferguson native enrolled at MU after graduating from

high school and shortly thereafter entered the U.S. Navy. Following his discharge from the Navy he came to Central because of its academic reputation, Knowles said. After attending for two years and two summers he left for dental school in St. Louis in 1949; his focus was squarely on academics while at Central.

A staunch supporter of charitable initiatives at Central through the years, Knowles has become a fan of the highly successful Eagle program just in the last few years. Spring trips by CMU to play in Florida and Alabama tournaments first brought him to the stands, and he has turned into one of CMU softball’s biggest fans. “It was obvious we had an outstanding softball program,” Knowles said. “However, after visiting several NAIA softball fields it was apparent our facilities couldn’t

compare to some others. It was surprising to me how our coaches and players could be so successful under these conditions.”

The University completed a fundraising campaign and subsequent upgrades to the softball field and other athletic facilities just a few years ago, thus CMU wasn’t soliciting funds for this project. Instead, Knowles called Alan Marshall, executive director of development and alumni programs at CMU, and offered the gift. CMU officials are working on specifics of the project and will announce details when they are finalized, but there is little question the Knowles gift will take the facility to a whole new level. The Eagle softball program under Head Coach Pat Reardon already is operating at an elite level.

This past season the Eagles quali-

Cox Softball Complex (From the Office of Marketing Communications and Public Relations)

fied for the national tournament for the third straight year, and its 43-8 season set an all-time CMU record for victories. Central Methodist has won four consecutive Heart of America Athletics Conference titles, and has compiled 160 victories in the last four seasons.

CMU was rated as high as 14th in this season’s NAIA national rankings. Nor are they lax in the classroom, with six NAIA national scholar-athletes on the roster this past season – something for which Knowles takes special pride.

“Although the team members’ winloss records are impressive, I feel their academic achievements even more important,” he said. “Hopefully the improvements here will help in continuing to recruit top notch academic students who are also interested in softball.”

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Skull drawn

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Smart Style: Homecoming Style advice from a not-so-average Joe

By Joe Jefferies, Collegian reporter

You can hear it in the air—the cheering crowd, the parade around the square, and the soaring sound of the marching band at halftime. That’s right, homecoming is here and it’s the perfect occasion to show off your CMU spirit while looking incredibly stylish.

Ladies, elevate your Eagle pride with a pair of olive or black wax coated skinny jeans. These bad boys will quickly become a staple in your CMU regalia whether you’re attending the Homecoming game or rocking them on Eagle Pride Day. Complete your edgy look with a black moto jacket or cardigan layered over a simple tee or sweater. Top off your game day outfit with a great scarf and a pair of black leather ankle boots to look nothing less than chic from head to toe.

For a more traditional look, layer a fine gauge crew neck sweater in a rich green or black over a crisp white button down and add statement jewelry to suit. This style dresses up perfectly when left untucked over a tailored trouser (I recommended a printed foulard) or pencil skirt with a patent heel. Dress down your layered look with a great jean and a pair of comfortable flats.

Gentlemen, it’s time to move beyond the standard CMU jacket and track pants for your homecoming garb. Stay warm and look great in an olive-toned quilted bomber jacket or vest layered over a neutral sweater in charcoal, taupe, or camel. Pair with a dark wash slim jean rolled over brown suede oxfords or boots. Top the look off with a black printed or textured scarf for interest.

Getting dressed up? Grab a pair of olive green chinos and add a plaid button down in a warm brown or burgundy. Layer your look with a charcoal or tan shawl collar pullover or cardigan and complete your outfit with a suede or leather monkstrap shoe in British Tan. If you’re more fashion forward, substitute the chinos for joggers in the same color and you’ll have an edgier version of the same look.

Demonstrating your spirit and pride through your attire can (and should) be more than simply pulling on a CMU t-shirt and calling it a day. Add your unique style and flare to your game day look and dress to impress for homecoming this year.

Want to be featured in the next edition of Smart Style? Show your style around campus and you might be next issue’s inspiration.

Shak Says: “Be Sexy, Not Slutty; Creative, Not Costly”

By Shakirah Salandy, Collegian reporter

J

ust some brief advice on Halloween costumes for you guys and gals. Ladies, let’s start with you.

Now, we all know the most valuable lesson we took away from Mean Girl was the Halloween quote from Lindsey Lohan’s character. You know what I’m talking. Truth is she was right, it is the only time a girl can be basically naked and for the most part not be judged because, “Hey! It’s just a costume.”

However, if it’s not your thing to be nearly naked, then it’s okay to be something clever, cute, or funny. The best costume award doesn’t always go to the girl skanking it up the most. There has to be some creativity and individuality in your costume. For example, being a bunny is a cute ‘go-to’ costume; however, you won’t win over any compliments for the most original costume. While animal ears tend to be the most convenient costume to put together, don’t be surprised if you’re just another one of the litter.

Get it? Litter, animal? Okay, moving right along.

For those “do it yourself” kind of gals, save the 50 bucks it cost for a decent costume, and by decent I mean cheap fabric that will only last a couple nights of raging and will soak up every beverage you manage to spill on it, and make your costume yourself. There has to be a YouTube channel showing you how to make a costumer, or at least there must be an app for that.

Now guys, don’t think I forgot about you. Halloweenie for my weenies: Halloween for guys is rather simple.

The rules and regulations are pretty straight forward.

Halloween more or less is just a good

excuse for you guys to stare at halfdressed girls because you “like their costume.” Costume Advice 101: the

days of wearing hideous mask are over. It’s not cool or attractive to walk around scaring the shit out of people, especially a girl you’re trying to hook up with. If you’re going to be something scary then keep the face paint off and wear the mask on top your head. Otherwise, I can pretty much guarantee you’ll get no play with the ladies. Instead go for something clever and funny. If you have a nice body, this is your chance to show it off and oil it up without coming off like a tool. Beware of group costumes because they can go real good or look real suspect, you know what I mean…

All in all, Halloween as a college student is a time to dress outrageously. It’s a time of t he year you can be whoever you want to be and wear things you could never wear anywhere else. From a banana suit to a sexy two piece Buzz Light-Year costume. Girls, reme mber the perfect mix of sexy and creative can put you at the top of the best costume list. Guys keep it cute and show your face. If girls wanted to be spooked then they would go to a haunted house. Save some dollars, especially with Christmas around the corner, and make your costume. Why spend 50 bucks on a costume you can make for $10? Lastly, make us laugh, make us stare, and be comfortable this Halloween.

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What is the last thing you Googled? o Body pictures of Idris Elba and Reggie Bush.

What helps you sleep at night? o Food If you were an animal what would you be? oTurtle What are your wrinkles from? o I’m flawless, bad *beeps* don’t get wrinkles.

What would your superhero name be? oSuper Thickness or Sexual Chocolate Biggest pet peeve? o Stank breath and annoying people.

What is the best dish you can

cook? o I make a mean bowl of cereal.

Celebrity Crush? oIdris Elba and Obama Last book you read? oHAHA, good one!

Last movie you watched? o ATL Funniest moment of your life? oThe day I cussed out my English teacher freshman year.

Dream Job? o Putting oil on sexy chocolate men.

If you were given a million dollars, what would you do with it? o Open up a business or strip club and flip my moollah.

Adebola Adeoba Hollywood, FL Major: Business Senior

Kendell Campbell Trinidad & Tobago Major: Computer Science Senior

What is the last thing you Googled? oSoccer teams What helps you sleep at night? oBaby making music If you were an animal what would you be? o Lion What are your wrinkles from? o Too young for wrinkles.

What would your superhero name be? o The Beast Biggest pet peeve? o Female smokers What is the best dish you can cook? oMacaroni pie

Celebrity Crush? o Sophia Vergara and the way she says papi.

Last book you read? o The Bible Last movie you watched? oTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Funniest moment of your life? o Every day is a funny day in my life Dream Job? o Architect, trying to get paid.

If you were given a million dollars, what would you do with it? o Invest in a business and give some to charity.

Under The Collegian [Spotlight] Delia Remmington

What is the last thing you Googled? oKnitting patterns for the Outlanders scarf What helps you sleep at night? oI don’t really have troubles sleeping at night, I work hard.

What would your superhero name be? oMaster of English Biggest pet peeve? oPeople who listen to their headphones so loud in the library, that you can hear their music.

What is the best dish you can cook? oOmelets Celebrity Crush? oBenedict Cumberbatch

Last book you read? oCurrently, Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, also the fifth book of the Outlanders series.

What is your favorite book? oInterview with a Vampire Funniest moment of your life? oI was in London, in the Victoria Station underground, and I heard this voice that I recognized during rush hour.

And I turned and it was Dr. Geist leading a tour.

If you were given a million dollars, what would you do with it? oSome of it would go to charity for dogs and some would go to the college and the rest would go towards a house on the Riviera.

Booneville, MO Eventing supervisor & work study coordinator

Dr. Elizabeth Gold Westboro Missouri Department: Psychology

What is the last thing you Googled? o A recipe for a Cuban dish What helps you sleep at night? oThe knowledge that I get to get up in the morning and come to CMU. If you were an animal what would you be? o A BIG FRIENDLY dog What are your wrinkles from? o Worrying about the students What would your superhero name be? oWonder Woman Biggest pet peeve? o People who say, “I missed

class, did I miss anything important?”

What is the best dish you can cook? o Lasagna Celebrity Crush? o Robert Redford Last book you read? o Currently reading, “Confessions of a Sociopath” Last movie you watched? oA Harry Potter Movie Funniest moment of your life/ Weirdest job you’ve ever had? oShe was a meat cutter in a meat packing plant Dream Job? o This is my dream job!

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Welcomes editors from the past SaveMOUMcamps: Nothing Left to Lose

By Brittanee Jacobs, Collegian editor, 2011-2012

Have you ever lost something you loved? Did you lose it or was it taken away? In September of this year I learned something I loved, quite possibly the most important earthly thing in my life, would be taken away from me and from many people like me. In September, the Missouri Annual Conference (MOAC) of the United Methodist Church fired the site directors and assistant site directors of the four campsites in Missouri owned and operated by the United Methodist Church, and decided to shut down these camps. What do these camps mean to you? Possibly not much. For me, and others like me, they helped set the direction of my life and I fear their closing will deny young people the opportunities I had to learn about and come to love Jesus Christ.

First, some more background.

Two days after the employees were fired, the MOAC released a statement informing the public of a new partnership with Central Methodist University to use the campus facilities in Fayette for camps in summer 2015. The four current campsites (Blue Mountain, Camp Jo-Ota, Camp Galilee, and Wilderness Retreat and Development Center) will be closed December 1 and camping will not take place on those four sites next summer. The release also mentioned the shift from residential camps to day camps otherwise known as mobile camps. Since the initial release, there have been many formal statements from the MOAC which can be found on their website.

On October 9, the Camping Board met with the some members of the Board of Trustees, Mission Council, and Council on Finance & Administration. With the exception of one dissenting vote, the individuals present passed the Camping Board’s proposal to sell the four campsites. This proposal will be brought to the 2015 Annual Conference held in Springfield in June, which will likely be the last opportunity to save these valuable resources for the church, and more importantly, for future campers seeking a connection to Christ.

Days after the firing of the camp staff, a group of individuals focused on “saving” the four campsites formed under the moniker SaveMOUMcamps. All social media relating to the cause is named as such.

Full disclosure: I am the person who started and maintains all of the SaveMOUMcamps social media.

I agree with conference leadership about many issues: our current model of camping and retreat ministries needs to be revamped, personnel issues cannot (and

shall not) be revealed with anyone outside of those you in on a secret: non-United Methodist kids attend making that decision, the financials of the sites our camps. Gasp! So how is that statistic measured? (collectively and individually) need to be analyzed We have kids who may or may not attend a church and the possibilities need to be explored, expanding at all, and they’re now being exposed to the sharing the options for camping and retreat ministries in order of God’s love. Isn’t that the point of ministry? To to reach more people is a necessity, and the decision spread the love of God and to make disciples?

I understand the importance of a mission statement the Camping Board made was not an easy one.

However, I do not agree with: how the site directors (side note: Our camping and retreat centers DID and assistant site directors were let go, how the public have a mission before the new camping board was relations and communication established. After being a staff member at Wilderness strategy of the situation has Retreat and Development Center for several years, been handled, how the numbers I know this because it was drilled into our brains and figures are portrayed in every staff training), but at the same time, are releases from the conference, we supposed to be building the United Methodist how closing all four sites is Church, or are we supposed to be building the body the “best” option, and how this of Christ? As much as I love the UMC, I think decision was a “unanimous” one. the latter is the answer...Oh, and if you didn’t know Reverend Ben Mulford, a I love the United Methodist Church, I have the cross United Methodist pastor in St. and flame tattooed on my left wrist. So there’s that.

Many CMU students, faculty, and staff have been Joseph, posted a blog relevant to the situation talking about how involved with camping and retreat ministries in “nobody cares.” I respectfully our conference. Sarah White, Geoffrey Bilabaye, disagree; people care. True, this and Christopher Bantz have all served as core issue does not directly affect staff members at Blue Mountain, Camp Jo-Ota, the community of Longville, and Wilderness Retreat and Development Center, Minnesota. Maybe the decision respectively. Staff member Carolynn Burbee has been does not even phase the mind of a camp counselor for many years, and her husband a Baptist preacher in Carrollton, has directed one of the longest-running camps Missouri, but it matters to in our conference. Some current CMU students at least those 2,000 campers who have been campers and counselors include last summer. It matters to the 3,000 individuals Abby Wimberley, Alex Brewer, and Joe Beem.

As a CMU alum, I am excited for the possibilities of who “like” the SaveMOUMcamps Facebook page.

It matters to the parents, grandparents, friends, deepening connexionalism (thanks Dr. Carnahan for counselors, and pastors of the children who informing me about this concept) in our conference by have cried since hearing the news they will not be including CMU as a vessel for making disciples, but I feel these plans in the new vision should be heading to one of our four sites for camp next summer. additions to the current campsites which It matters to the 14,000 individuals who stepped excellent resources for leadership foot on one of our four sites last year. Yes, that isn’t are and spiritual renewal. a typo. There may have been only 2,000 campers last development year, but let’s not forget the counselors, staff, nonUnited Methodist camps, and groups who utilized Saturday, November 8th at 1:00 p.m. the camps during the other Missouri Annual Conference Office 3601 Amron Court, Columbia, MO 65202 nine months of the year.

Maybe the current model of camping is only reaching 20% of the churches, but what about those children #SaveMOUMcamps and youth who choose the church their friend attends when they fill Please wear your camp t-shirts and join us for a time of out the registration form. w o r s h i p , p r a y e r , a n d f e l l o w s h i p w i t h a l l t h o s e w h o c a r e a b o u t camping and retreat ministries.

If you don’t know what D r .

K e v i n Carnahan of CMU will emcee the event.

I’m referencing, I’ll let

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Internships: Practical Skills and Opportunities

By Rachael Selby-Freeman, Collegian editor, 2007-2009

I’ve been you before. I’ve stood in your shoes. I’ve walked the steps to the fourth floor of T. Berry. I know your pain.

I know what it’s like to highlight every word in the text. To take notes on your notes. I’ve written 10-page papers into the wee hours of the morning as the cans of Redbull and the cups of coffee start to pile up. Where you’re not sure if you’re actually asleep with your eyes open while you type. I know what it’s like to have a game at Evangel on a Thursday night and a test in Stedman 200 on Friday morning.

I’ve asked myself the same questions you are asking yourself. Why am I doing this? Do I even like this?

Will I ever even get a job?

As students, you spend countless hours in the classroom just to go back to your dorm room to learn it all over again. You skip out on a party because you have to study. You skip out on going home for the weekend because you have to study. You don’t go to that movie; you don’t

go watch the game, because once again, you have to study.

If I could advise you into channeling your hard work each semester towards reaching the goal of having a job once that diploma is handed to you, my advice would be to invest time into an internship.

The classroom will teach you policy and procedure, the laws and bylaws. The classroom teaches you how to write a lesson plan and how to dissect a frog. The most beneficial way to take those teachings to the next level and to increase your chances against thousands of other graduates is to get hands on experience.

My last semester at Central Methodist I was fortunate to land an internship with State Senator Bill Stouffer in Missouri’s state capitol in Jefferson City. I have never looked back. While there, I got to see the true day-today operations of the General Assembly. I learned the way lobbyist work. I learned the way some legislators can bend their beliefs in either direction.

I understood the constant

pressures of campaigning and sometimes the outrageous tasks constituents will expect you to perform. I learned proper etiquette when staffing the Senator, addressing a congressman,

or

helping a constituent.

Three months in to my internship I was asked to come on board as a full-time employee for the Missouri State Senate during the following legislative session.

While session wouldn’t begin until January, I needed another job to pass the summer. My

co-workers in the Senate suggested me to one of the top lobbyist in the state of Missouri, Jewell Patek. I learned so much from Jewel in such a short time. Working for him was so intense; it was sink or swim. When my time with Mr. Patek was up, I worked during the 2010 session for Bill Stouffer. He then decided to run for United States Congress and I worked by his side and got to see a whole new aspect of the political world.

Those opportunities have led me where I am today, the managing editor of a newspaper owned by former State Senator Emory Melton. I have spent the last four and a half years covering local events, assisting in local campaigns as well as working alongside higher profile elections like Dave Spence for Governor.

None of this would be possible if I would have never applied for that internship.

Central has a fantastic Career Services Center that is working for you and your future. It is your responsibility to utilize the resources at

hand and give yourself every opportunity in finding a career after graduation.

With the job market odds stacked against graduates today, it is important to give yourself an edge. We are all spending late nights in the computer lab and falling asleep with our heads in our biology books, but what experience is going to set you a part from every other graduate?

Central has so many things to offer each student here.

You need to take advantage of all it. In four year, or in just a few months, you will be leaving this cozy campus and it is up to you to be prepared for the workforce.

You will miss this place just as I do. I miss the lunch ladies that still remember my name. I miss the professors that came to our basketball games and cared enough to give us feedback. I miss the people that created this place as the setting for many wonderful memories.

Enjoy what you have here and where it will lead you.

Enjoy being an Eagle.

Hit the Highway, Four tried-and-true road trips, within two hours of campus

By Hannah Kiddoo, Collegian editor, 2009-2010

Fayette is a lovely place, but sometimes you just need a change of scenery. Fortunately, there are numerous area getaways that can serve as a refreshing retreat. With changing leaves and cooler temps, fall is the perfect time to travel.

Grab some friends and use this guide to explore.

See Something Weird-Sumner, Missouri has fewer than 200 inhabitants, but what it lacks in population, it makes up for with Maxie, known as the world’s largest statue of a wild goose.

Standing at a staggering 40 feet and boasting a reported wingspan of 61 feet, Maxie has been delighting visitors since 1976. Residents and guests flock to the town’s annual Wild Goose Festival for contests, music, gooseberry pie, and more. This year’s event takes place during CMU’s homecoming weekend, but plenty of goose-themed shenanigans will continue through the fall hunting season.

And of course, the glorious Maxie is on display year round. While you’re in town: Check out the Fulbright Museum, home to

Sumner-area rarities, including vintage dental equipment and barbershop tools. More info: keytesvillemissouri.com/Sumner.PDF Get Back to Nature-Located 12 miles north of Columbia, Pinnacles Park offers unique geographic landforms, awesome overlooks, and great hiking trails—from sunrise to sunset.

For optimal scenery and limited traffic on your drive, slow down and take twisty Route 124 out of Fayette, which will lead you through sprawling countryside and close to the park’s entrance off of Highway 63.

Once you’re in the park, trek around, look for fossils and wildlife, and enjoy the season’s changing foliage.

On the way: Grab some “MoTex” BBQ from Lonnie Ray’s in Harrisburg. The restaurant has earned rave reviews since opening in 2004.

More info: http://mdc.mo.gov/ discover-nature/places-go/naturalareas/pinnacles Find a Treasure-One-of-a-kind shopping is plentiful in Rocheport, Missouri’s numerous antique shops and art studios. From classic collectables to mid-century vintage to new-age sculptures, you’re bound to find a good deal on a piece that takes your dorm from passé

to Pinterest-worthy. Nestled along the banks of the Missouri River, Rocheport has a rich past. Several historic structures—including an 1870s icehouse—are still standing in the town.

If you visit on a weekend, pop into Rocheport General Store, where musicians take the stage each Friday and Saturday night. While you’re in town: Go for a stroll or take a bike ride on the Katy Trail, the longest “rails to trails” project in America. Don’t miss the nearby MKT tunnel.

More info: rocheport.com Hug a Living Giant-Affectionately known to many as simply, “The Big Tree,” a massive bur oak stretches to the sky near McBaine, Missouri. Boasting a 287-inch circumference and 130-foot spread, it is estimated to be more than 350 years old and is recognized by the Missouri Department of Conservation as a State Champion Tree. After decades of delighting those who see it, the organism has a passionate fan base (a Facebook page devoted to it has more than 8,600 likes) and has drawn national media attention in recent years. If you go: Remember that the tree is on private property.

Show respect for the beloved landmark that many have worked to keep healthy.

More info: Type “the big tree Missouri” into your favorite search engine

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Criminal Justice Organization Brings Home 21 Trophies

By Jamie Gisburne, Collegian reporter

Fourteen members of CMU’s Lambda Alpha Epsilon chapter, the fraternity of the American Criminal Justice Association, attended the Region 3 Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on October 1012. At the regional conference, students and faculty hear from experts in the field and compete in a variety of categories. Lambda is a fraternity for all criminal justice majors and minors at CMU. It is a studentrun organization that is devoted to community service, career development, and unique educational opportunities. The organization also helps students develop leadership skills and career professionalism.

During the conference the attendees competed in crime scene investigation, physical agility testing, and five categories of academic testing: juvenile justice, corrections, criminal law, police management, and organizational knowledge about Lambda.

Each category is divided between three divisions: Lower Division for students with less than 70 credit hours, Upper Division for students with more than 70 hours or more, and Professional Division for persons working in the field and for students who wish to compete at this level. The CMU team brought home 21 trophies and placed in all categories in which they competed. A complete breakdown of the awards won will be in the next issue of The Collegian.

“Outside of competitions, we had the opportunity to attend two events; a speaker from the University of Central Missouri about being a Public Information Officer, as well as demonstration by two Lee’s Summit K9 officers and their dogs,” junior criminal justice major and

Lambda president Alyssa Webb said.

As a group, the students and faculty gained skills and insights they can bring back to the criminal justice program and teach what they learned to other students.

Now that they are back, they start preparing for the competitions at the national conference and continue working on other projects that Lambda undertakes during the year. “We are going to work on fundraising, recruitment, community service, and preparing for the national conference in March,” Webb said.

The 78th National Conference of the American Criminal Justice Association – Lambda Alpha Epsilon takes place March 22-27, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. The members of Lambda now have a goal of raising the funds to attend the national conference in March. “Goals are dreams with deadlines,” criminal justice professor Keith Abernathy said.

Based on the results of the regional conference, this goal is definitely within this group’s reach.

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