93.17 by The Clocktower

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ISSUE 93.17

UNION COLLEGE

04/03/2019

CLOCKTOWER WHAT’S INSIDE PAGE 02 HEY HANNAH

PAGE 05 GAME SPEED

PAGE 07 PREPARE FOR SUMMER

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COPROLITE

HARDLY WORTHY

his past summer I had the privilege of going on a trip to Washington D.C. with my leadership class. One of the stops we made was to the North American Division (NAD) office. We were given a tour through the building and finally came to the NAD president, Dan Jackson’s, office. He was there, so we stopped and talked with him for a bit. I have a weird habit where I constantly have to be playing with something while having a conversation, so I picked up this rock, plaquelike object he had on his desk. I said “Wow, this thing looks so cool.” He responds, “It does, doesn’t it—but you don’t know

what coprolite is, do you?” I replied that I didn’t as he started laughing, “Well, it’s poop!” Grossed out, I made a face and gingerly set the “plaque” back down on his desk. The wood it rested on had words engraved stating: “Coprolite: When chairing an important committee, at times an issue can start out messy and unsettling. But, with patience, over time, the result can become precious.” Coprolite is fossilized dung that, due to Noah’s flood and over an extensive period of time, has become beautiful. These rare rocks are multi-colored and sell for quite a bit of money. Continued on page 2.

RELIGION & ADVICE

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Section Editors Juliet Bromme Katie Turk Max Bromme

Photographers Esther Pervis (Lead) Britni Conrad Kayla Potts Levi Ventura

Writers

Advice: Hannah Armstrong Arts: Cameron Cizek Entertainment: Nicholas Morrison How-to: Alaysha Harris Lifestyle: Amanda McCarter Lena Wilkie Political Opinion: Ashley Bower

Jonathan Deemer

Religion: Kasondra Reel Sports: Tyler Dean

COPROLITE

The dinosaurs probably never would’ve thought that something so mundane would become so rare and valuable. Every aspect of life takes time—school, relationships, friendships, food—everything. We rush in, thinking everything has to happen NOW! “I need to decide on this job now”, “I need to know now if I should marry him/her!”, or “I have to know now what I’m going to do in 5 years.” It’s exhausting. We spend so much time focused on what’s to come, we forget to focus on what’s happening in the present. It’s amazing what God is doing in our lives without us knowing. He’s shaping us, forming us and making us from dung into a rare, fossilized rock, stronger than before. He can do so much more when we slow down and let Him take the lead. “Here’s what I want you to do: Find a quiet, secluded place so you won’t be tempted to role-play before God. Just be there as simply and honestly as you can manage. The focus will shift from you to God and you will begin to sense his grace.” (Matt 6:6, Message) He’s working abundantly in our lives. Kasondra Reel is a senior studying nursing.

HEY HANNAH H ey Hannah,

I feel like my boyfriend is cheating on me and I’m scared to confront him about it. What should I do? —I don’t want no scrub

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What’s up I don’t want no scrub, It may be hard, but talking to him is the only way you’ll know. Don’t approach the conversation assuming he’s cheated. There might be an underlying issue that’s causing him to act in a way that makes you believe he’s cheating. Maybe it’s time to re-evaluate your relationship and what you need from it. First have that conversation and then figure it out from there. Hey Hannah, I saw someone looking at notes during a test, I know it’s wrong, but I don’t want to be a nark. What should I do? —Teacher’s pet

ADVICE

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Hey Teachers pet, Talk to him or her about it if it makes you uncomfortable, but ultimately you can only control your actions, not the actions of others. Hey Hannah, My boss is asking me to do jobs that don’t really fall under my job description. Can I say something or should I just suck it up and deal? —Miranda Priestly’s assistant Hello Miranda Priestly’s assistant, It depends on the situation, but if you’re getting paid then what’s the problem? I think you should try to suck it up unless it’s preventing you from completing the tasks you need to complete. You could take this as a compliment, maybe your boss thinks you have the skills to accomplish more than what’s in your job description. Hey Hannah, I’m thinking of changing my major, but I’m not sure if I should. Do you have any advice about how to decide on a major? —Undeclared Hey Undeclared, Talk to your advisor about what your options are. If you’re second guessing your major you should really think about what you want, but don’t waste your time! You’re still young and it’s better to figure it out now instead of after you get a degree that you really don’t want. If you’re not sure if you

want to switch, try shadowing professionals who work in fields you’re thinking about switching to. Observing others is a great way to get a feel for if a path could be right for you. Hey Hannah, My roommate pranked me and I want to get him back. Any suggestions? —Joker What’s up Joker, Put salt on your roommate’s toothbrush. When he brushes his teeth all he’ll taste is salt. You could also hide a bunch of alarm clocks around the room to wake him up at random times. It’s okay to pull some pranks, but make sure it’s safe! Hey Hannah, My roommate sleep talks and walks ... should I tell her? I’m a little worried she’s going to leave the room in her sleep and disappear. —While you were sleeping Hello While you were sleeping, You could tell her about it and ask if there’s anything you can do to ensure her safety. If she’s aware of this tendency she might know how to make sure she doesn’t wander off somewhere unsafe. Educate yourself on the do’s and don’ts for sleepwalkers and sleeptalkers.

Hannah Armstrong is a junior studying health and human performance.

ARTS

STEP INTO MY PAINTING AND STAY AWHILE MEMENTO ARTEM

et’s face it, we’re in an age where technology is constantly being created to provide services we didn’t even know we needed. Art is no exception. One such revolution is the use of augmented and virtual reality to bring new and engaging experiences with art. The Mauritshuis, a museum, found in the heart of The Hague in Holland, is the host of a treasure trove of works from the Dutch Golden Age. One such artist is Rembrandt van Rijn, which the museum has one of the most impressive collections of works by. However, to commemorate the 350 year anniversary of the death of this Dutch artist, the museum teamed up with virtual reality startup Capitola to release an app that transports you into one of the Dutch artist’s most prolific paintings. The app, entitled “Rembrandt Reality” allows you to be immersed into one of the Dutch master’s most prolific paintings—“The Anatomy Lesson by Dr. Nicolaes Tulp (1632).” In addition to allowing you to walk around the

anatomical theatre, the app also will educate you about the painting and its historical context. So, how do you go about recreating a twodimensional painting into a three-dimensional space? The team over at Capitola have an advanced 3D studio where they can capture a 360 degree scan of a subject that can be turned into a digital model. Using this technology, they were able to scan the original backdrop, the tower of the Waag in Amsterdam and people who looked like the original subjects of the painting. Then, they spent five months putting everything together. This isn’t the first time Mauritshuis has used technology with art. The museum has an ongoing initiative to experiment with how technology can help viewers explore news and engaging ways to interact with historical artworks. In another project with Capitola, they created an experience using Microsoft HoloLens that allowed viewers to explore the mystery and history of the painting. It’s truly interesting to see how science and technology can be a true compliment to art. I think Rembrandt knew this fact well. It’s evident in how he perfectly blended art and science through “The Anatomy Lesson by Dr. Nicolaes Tulp (1632).” But don’t take my word for it, go experience it yourself. “Rembrandt Reality” is available free on the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store.

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Cameron Cizek is a senior studying computing.

SPORTS

SPEED OF THE GAME YOU HEARD IT HERE LAST

n today’s world of sports, with media timeouts, video reviews, natural breaks in play and overtimes, every sport seems to be struggling to fit games into fixed time intervals.

Football is one of the worst culprits, particularly around scoring. A team will score, there will be a break, an extra point attempt, a break, a kickoff, a break and then finally the game resumes. In years gone by, there would only be one commercial break throughout this period, typically between the extra point and the kickoff. But recently, they’ve added a commercial in one (or both) of the other two breaks. The NFL has tried to keep the pace up with shorter ads and split screen commercials, but if you’ve been to a prime time game, you notice how many unnecessary breaks there really are. Basketball is no different lately and if you’ve watched any March Madness, you know what I’m talking about. At the first clock stoppage inside of different time intervals, the games will go to commercial. This not only prolongs the game, but also creates an unnatural and often long timeout that can have a huge impact on it. Perhaps the worst culprit, though, is baseball. To the MLB’s credit, they’ve tried their best to keep games as concise as possible. But many fans don’t see it as enough. Between catcher and manager mound visits, pitching changes, pre-pitch routines, pre-batting routines, video reviews and unlimited extra innings, the game seems to struggle more every year to fit within viewers’ attention spans. Many have offered solutions to these problems, but I think baseball has a different problem altogether and it boils down

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to economics. Basic economics say that if a product’s supply is greater than demand, interest in the product will go down. Any given baseball team could play 200+ games over the course of spring training, the regular season and playoffs. With 30 teams playing so many games, it’s not hard to see why people struggle to get interested in attending, watching or even just keeping up with baseball. I think that if baseball (and any other sport for that matter) wants to stay relevant, then at some point, we’ll see a drastic shift in the way games are played. Whether that be shorter games, less breaks or even shorter seasons is yet to be seen, but change is almost certainly coming. Tyler Dean is a senior studying finance and math.

LIFESTYLE

WAYS TO STAY FIT AND NOT GET BORED

f you don’t love what you’re doing, that’s a great sign you need a change. This can apply to anything, from a career choice to weekend activities. It also applies to exercise. Some people really love the gym and that’s great but what about those who hate the gym but still want to stay fit? Often times when we think of working out, we think of two activities: the gym and running. This works for some people but it’s not right for others. Finding something you enjoy is key to staying motivated. Now of course you may not feel like doing a specific activity everyday, but if you never feel like doing it, that’s also a problem. What are some activities you can do if you absolutely despise the gym and running just isn’t your thing? Almost anything that involves movement can be turned into a workout. The key is finding something you enjoy. I love anything that involves the outdoors— some of my favorites are biking, cross country running and horseback riding (for those of you who don’t think this a workout, trust me, it definitely is). Some other outdoor ideas include kayaking, rock climbing and sports such as tennis, soccer, basketball or softball. If you really love sports but your friends aren’t always available to join you, consider joining a county league by contacting your county’s recreation department. They’ll let you know which teams still need players. Keep in mind you don’t need to be a pro at a sport to begin. Everyone has to start somewhere. Other activities include dancing, yoga, crossfit, kickboxing and skateboarding. Any sort of water sport is great too, as well as snow skiing and snowboarding in the snowy months. Also,

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remember it’s totally cool for us ladies to lift weights. I think many women tend to think that if they lift weights they’ll get ripped like guys.

This isn’t true because of the decreased testosterone levels. Major muscle gain in women requires extreme exercise for hours each day, which I assume most of us don’t have time for. Lift away gals! All-in-all, explore your options. Find a partner to hold you accountable and try a new activity until you find one that works for you. You may want to alternate between different activities. I personally have more than one I enjoy and the variety keeps me from getting bored. I encourage you to grab your water bottle, put on your favorite music and find a workout you actually enjoy! Lena Wilkie is a sophomore studying international rescue and relief.

HOW TO

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HOW TO PREPARE FOR SUMMER

ith just a few more weeks left in the semester, finally we’re getting closer to summer. I don’t know about you, but after a brutal winter, I’m ready for warm, sunny days and cool, breezy nights. Because we’re so close, now’s the time to start planning for what’s ahead. I want to share with you a few ways you can start preparing. Plan your vacations Now’s the time to start planning your vacays! Flights are likely to be cheaper if you buy them further in advance. Once you finish your semester, take that much-needed break and go enjoy some rest and relaxation. Take a trip with your family or friends—you deserve it! Look for job opportunities Personally, I’d love to enjoy my summer without any obligations, but unfortunately that’s not realistic, especially due to the cost of college bills. Don’t wait until the last minute to look for jobs; start early by looking and applying now. Summer is also a great time to work on internships. Make changes to your diet Start getting rid of those toxins. Start taking care of your body before summer starts so you can enjoy it to its best ability. Now’s the time to stop eating junk food and start eating your fruits and veggies so you feel less sluggish and more alert.

Exfoliate your skin Get into the habit of moisturizing to get rid of the dead skin that accumulated during the winter. And yes, this is something guys should do too— everybody needs healthy skin. Bring out your summer clothes Finally! We can put away our sweaters and jackets and bring out our shorts and T-shirts. After having to wear warm clothes for so long, I can’t wait to have a change in wardrobe. Get ready to put on some sandals and enjoy the warmer weather. Make a bucket list Making a summer bucket list is a great way to make the most of your summer. It doesn’t have to be anything extreme. Write down a few things that make you happy-things that are best done in the summer; like visiting a water park, going to an outdoor concert or taking a camping trip with your closest friends. Hopefully this article inspired you to start getting prepared for the warmer days ahead. You only have 22 more school days until summer; you’ve got this!

Alaysha Harris is a senior studying communication.

IN LOVING MEMORY

THIS IS REAGAN Union is about family. The friends we make here last far longer than a grade and become more important than any degree. Reagan Dieter was one of the Union family and is missed more than words can describe by all those who were lucky enough to call him a friend. Reagan brought light, laughter and love to everyone who met him and our hearts and prayers go out to all of Reaganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends and family. If you have memories, pictures and love you would like to share with the Dieters you can send them to: live.like.reagan@gmail.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Clocktower Family Photos provided by Nicholas Morrison