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ISSUE 93.2

09/12/2018

CLOCKTOWER WHAT’S INSIDE PAGE 05 EUROPEAN TRAVELS PAGE 09 POLITICAL UPDATES PAGE 11 SUMMER LAB JOBS PC: Kayla Potts

DEEP IN THE HUNDRED ACRE WOOD … NICFLIX

ome say “Christopher Robin” is a children’s movie. I would argue that while kids might love talking stuffed animals and silly characters, this movie hit me — somewhat an adult — on so many more levels than any lame little kid could even comprehend. The movie starts with Christopher’s friends, an assortment of talking stuffed animals — I know, but bear with me (HA, puns) — saying goodbye as he’s leaving for boarding school. This marks a “growing up” moment in his life that basically starts his downward spiral into adulthood. As college students, we get the insatiable urge to return to when life was simpler at LEAST twice a week. For some, that’s high school. For others it’s definitely NOT high

school. For me, it’s when life consisted of being told to take naps, eat more and go outside to leave everyone alone. Ah, the good ol’ days! Growing up, my mom would read “Winnie-the-Pooh” as I fell asleep. So this summer when we watched “Christopher Robin” together, it was about as nostalgic as it gets. But it wasn’t the nostalgia-factor that got me. It was how much the movie pinpointed my fears for the future. As Christopher Robin grows up in the movie, he becomes so focused on making the future better that he forgets to enjoy the present. His wife even tells him, “Your life is happening now, right in front of you and you’re missing it.” College should be some of the best years of our lives, but we can miss them by focusing on only on the future. It’s scary to think we Continued on page 2

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may not experience anything better than the brutal cycle of work, homework, sleepless nights and spotty-at-best social interactions. This fear keeps us planning for and working towards a better future, robbing us of our present. At one point in the movie Pooh asks Christopher Robin what day it is. Christopher tells him, “It’s today, Pooh.” And Pooh says, “Ah, my favorite day.” Isn’t that flippin’ adorable?! Such a simple, yet powerful mindset. Most of us would say, “I can’t put ‘today’ in my planner! That answer is unacceptable, Christopher! You’re useless.” That’s because our priorities are whack. Not Pooh’s though! “Christopher Robin” taught me to make today my favorite day. Adulting doesn’t mean you have to “grow up” and leave fun and imagination behind. Growing up just means continuing to grow into who you are and who you want to be. Take a breath and live in the moment, because this moment is all you have. -Your Friendly Neighborhood Movie Guy WARNING: If you didn’t grow up in the Hundred Acre Wood, you might want to wait until it’s out of theatres. Nicholas Morrison is a senior studying graphic design and business administration.

ARTS

… WHERE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN PLAYS MEMENTO ARTEM

eep within a forest in a magical land of imagination a bear goes for a walk.

He soon arrives at a tree and hears a noise. “‘First of all,’ he said to himself: ‘That buzzing-noise means something. You don’t get a buzzing-noise like that, just buzzing and buzzing, without its meaning something. If there’s a buzzing-noise, somebody’s making a buzzing-noise, and the only reason for making a buzzing-noise that I know of is because you’re a bee.’ Then he thought another long time, and said: ‘And the only reason for being a bee that I know of is making honey.’ And then he got up, and said: ‘And the only reason for making honey is so I can eat it.’ So he began to climb the tree.” This is one of the most iconic scenes in the history of children’s literature. Winnie-thePooh, the overly ambitious bear, climbing up a tree only to topple down again. Scenes like this have a special place in the minds of children who grow up reading and watching Christopher Robin, Pooh and the rest of the gang in the Hundred Acre Wood by the writer, A. A. Milne. However there’s a key player who helped bring these treasured stories to life: E. H. Shepard. Shepard was originally introduced to Milne through the popular satirical magazine “Punch.” Later, the illustrator and the writer’s working relationship continued into Milne’s new work titled “Winnie-the-Pooh”. Milne was inspired by his country surroundings of Sussex for the setting and used his son Christopher Robin and Robin’s toy animals as the characters. Shepard was responsible for the representation of the “Winnie-the-Pooh” that generations have come to know through his illustrations of the original books.

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As a child Shepard had a treasured toy wooden horse that he was forced to part with when he moved in with his aunts after his mother died. Through this experience he understood the value of a child’s toy. That’s why Shepard modeled the look and feel of the character Pooh, after his son’s teddy bear named Growler. For the setting of the Hundred Acre Wood, he followed instructions laid out by Milne. Shepard traveled to Milne’s country home in Sussex several times to see the place Christopher Robin would play on family weekend getaways. Between author and illustrator a world of imagination and wonder was created, where a child could feel free to roam and interact with these characters. Or maybe even one where they could learn a lesson or two from a silly old bear. Cameron Cizek is a senior studying computing.

RELIGION

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WE’RE TO BE CONTENT HARDLY WORTHY

e’re a generation of people who seem to be doing things all the time, most of which have something to do with distraction or procrastination related to our phones. Sometimes I imagine myself living during the time when my grandmother was growing up, when the pull of electronics wasn’t an issue. This last week between rushing from one meeting to the next, I had a talk with one of my mentors. The weight of the semester was bearing down on me, after only two weeks, and I was beginning to feel in over my head. My mentor listened as I chatted about how busy I felt and questioned me: Why are you allowing yourself to do things halfway when you could put your full effort into the things you love? She advised me to find a balance. I thought that I had everything balanced, but I didn’t. I thought I could figure everything out by myself, but I can’t. Over this past summer, if I learned anything, it was how to truly rely on God during a time in my life when I had never felt more unbalanced. The school year ended and I jumped into summer at full

speed. I felt like I went from the go-go-go of the school year to the go-go-go of the summer and back again. I still haven’t felt like I’ve caught my breath. Often I find myself sitting in class trying to sort out things I need to get done. I feel overloaded, like I’m drowning in all the things I need to do. Sometimes I don’t even realize that I’m wearing myself thin. This is where balance needs to comes in. My imbalance is due to my fearfulness of silence. I can’t just sit and do nothing. When I have nothing to do I feel empty and purposeless, but when I’m busy my mind is crowded, leaving me feeling overloaded. It’s in these times especially, that I turn to God for guidance. “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (II Tim 1:7). God gifts us with that balance and through Him, we can find contentment. ‘For I have learned in whatever situation, I am to be content’ (Philippians 4:11b). Kasondra Reel is a senior studying nursing.

LIFESTYLE

OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM ften the learning done outside the classroom can be just as effective, or more so, than the learning done inside. This past summer, 10 students in the Union scholars honors program discovered how during their study tour in Switzerland, Italy and France. Although the learning focus was on the art and culture of the different countries, students also had other goals. For Kayla Miller, a senior nursing major, the trip was not only an opportunity to learn more about Europe’s history and art, but also an opportunity to learn how it applies to her. Miller has Italian heritage, so visiting Italy was a dream come true for her. “I also loved seeing Normandy and the WWI memorials because it was humbling,” she said. “I actually teared up a little bit at one of those places.” Francisco Campos, a junior computing and photo and video imaging major, was excited to visit the different countries so he could immerse himself in the history and culture. Out of the three countries visited, Switzerland was his major highlight. “The mountains were beautiful,” Campos said. “I think that’s why Switzerland is at the top of my list because the view just driving across the country was breathtaking.” Learning about the nuanced differences between European and American cultures was

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an interesting experience as well. Both Kayla and Francisco commented that meals revealed some of the most surprising differences. Unlike many American restaurants where bread is complimentary, Italian restaurants charge for bread brought to the table if it’s eaten. No tipping and cover charges for groups were also changes that took getting used to. The trip not only helped the students gain knowledge about new cultures but also helped them form new bonds with their peers. “I was friends with most people who went on the trip before,” said Miller, “But when you’re with someone 24/7 for three weeks straight, one of two things happen: you either become best friends or you hate each other by the end.” Thankfully, the former scenario prevailed. “It made the trip better. I think going alone would’ve been awful,” Miller stated. “Going with the people I went with, including the faculty, made the experience complete.” Despite spending only a brief time in each country, the students left with an unforgettable experience. “Just three weeks was tiring, but it was so worth it,” Campos said. “[I] highly recommend, even if it’s just a single week.”

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Amanda McCarter is a senior studying biomedical science.

NEWS

FARMERS’ MARKET AT CVC L

ocal vendors host a farmers’ market every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the College View Church parking lot. Although the definition of a farmers’ market states that it’s a market for vegetables and fruit, as well as meat, cheese and bakery products, this market offers much more. The different stands sell goods ranging from farm fresh produce to honey straight from the hive and medicinal herbs. There’s also ethnic food for sale made hot on location. Gyros, pasta and paella are all options. Desserts include handmade caramels, gelato and unique cookies from around the world.

account for all of the hard work required to make the products. In addition to the stands, there are different events featured each week. The

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scheduled events for the rest of the month are yoga, chef demos, and sampling from different shops. There is also live music performed by local musicians and bands. “Here’s a tip when coming to a farmer’s market: don’t come when you just got paid because all of that money is going to be gone by the end of the day,” said Celinda Mansilla, a junior psychology major.

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This market is a chance for the retailers to promote their goods or businesses in a public place. Most vendors are based in Lincoln, although some come from as far away as Omaha to sell their products. Quite a few of the stands are operated by individuals who don’t have a store but still want to sell their homemade goods. “Depending on where you go, you can find really good deals,” said Eli Katsuren, a junior history major. Katsuren was able to barter for a full bag of peppers, eventually paying only four dollars. The prices of the goods are set by each stand owner and

Katsuren also mentioned that it’s important to arrive early to avoid missing out on all of the popular items. The earlier in the day someone arrives, the more time they have to leisurely walk around and take in all of the wonderful smells without worrying about items running out. Stop by the farmers’ market on Sunday for more information. The market will stay open until October 28. There’s also a website with a calendar and a list of the vendors that are in attendance every week, which can be found at www.sundayfarmersmarket.org.

Yeimy Rodriguez is a junior studying business administration.

HOW-TO

HOW-TO DECORATE YOUR DORM ROOM ON A BUDGET M any college students around the world spend hundreds to decorate their dorm rooms. That’s a ridiculous amount of money to splurge on decorations when there are many ways you can turn a dull dorm room into a warm inviting place without emptying your bank account. Here are four budget-friendly ideas to add character to your dorm room and make it a space you want to go to after a long day of hard work. Hanging Lights Price: $5-$15 Lights are a simple way to decorate your dorm room, bringing any tired and dark room to life. You can place them around the border of your room or wrap them around the frame of your bed. Feeling creative? You can hang them in a pattern and put up pictures intermixed with the lights using clothespins. Frames

these can get a little pricey. If you aren’t willing to spend more than $20 you can always go the less expensive route and use a bed sheet with an artsy design. No one will be able to tell the difference and your room will look fabulous. Washi Tape Price:$3-$12 The possibilities are endless with washi tape. With all the designs available you are likely to find something that fits your style. You can create a wall mural out of washi tape, stick it around the border of your bookshelves or even place tape as a border around pictures if frames aren’t your style. Get creative and don’t be afraid to look on Pinterest to get some inspiration. By using these low-cost dorm room decorating ideas you not only save money, but also create a space that is unique to you. With the right dorm room you can take the college life by storm.

Price: $5-$10 Putting up picture frames is a quick, inexpensive way to fill up space on a boring off white wall. You can buy cheap frames from Walmart, Hobby Lobby or Michaels. There are often 40 percent to 50 percent off frames at both Michaels and Hobby Lobby. To fill the frames all you need is online pictures. Print them on photo paper and place them inside the picture frames. Tapestries Price:$15-$35 Tapestries can also fill up space on a plain wall. Bonus: this is a trend on Pinterest right now which provides the opportunity to find more in stores. However

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Alaysha Harris is a senior studying communication.

SPORTS

JUST DO IT

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YOU HEARD IT HERE LAST

his article won’t come out until what I have to talk about is old news, as per usual, but today Nike released their 30 year anniversary advertising campaign.

Spearheading this campaign as their feature athlete is Colin Kaepernick. This morning, he tweeted out a promotional photo with the caption “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.” Kaepernick - who hasn’t played a down in the NFL since 2016 - has been the center of controversy, after his protests during the national anthem that same year cost him his NFL career. Nike’s decision to center this campaign around him is certainly bold. By choosing Kaepernick as the face of their current campaign, Nike is already facing significant backlash from several different parties with the potential for more. For starters, Nike’s customer base is diverse and anyone who opposed Kaepernick in the anthem protests will likely take their business elsewhere, hurting Nike’s bottom line significantly. Second, President Donald Trump has openly spoken out against Kaepernick and the protestors that followed his lead. While

Trump won’t act politically against the company, he will likely voice his distaste of their new campaign, and his influence will spread from purchase of their goods to the value of their stock and therefore their company. Finally, Nike is the official jersey supplier of The NFL. If it’s true that The NFL collaborated to keep Kaepernick off of anyone’s roster and they’ll go to any length to disassociate him from the NFL brand, then it’s entirely possible that Nike’s uniform contract will come under fire. Nike’s ad may seem focused on Kaepernick, but they’re sending a message that they too believe in something. They believe in Kaepernick, his message, and the methods he’s used to get it across. And they’re saying that they’re willing to sacrifice everything just like he has. I admire that. It’s not often that a company will lay its reputation, let alone its profitability on the line to stand up for something they believe in. And while I’m of the opinion that the national anthem is something to be respected, I must admit his protests did get tremendous exposure and I’d be willing to bet this campaign will too. Tyler Dean is a senior studying finance and math.

POLITICAL OPINION

ONE SWOOSH, TWO SWOOSH, BL ACK SWOOSH, WHITE SWOOSH

hat’s been happening in politics lately? Firstly, the nation honored Senator John McCain who passed away from a brain tumor on August 25. He’s remembered by his time in the Vietnam War, his P.O.W. years and upstanding character during the election campaign against Barack Obama. Before he died, he requested that Obama and George W. Bush (both were McCain’s political opponents) speak at his funeral, but President Donald Trump wasn’t even invited and that pretty much sums up Trump’s character. The next newsworthy event involves a protest of Nike’s newest ad featuring Colin Kaepernick. To protest the brand people are cutting the swooshes off their clothes and burning their shoes. Yes, the clothes and shoes they’ve already bought and paid for. Nike’s really going to be bummed by that.

ther to the right rather than its current, mostly balanced state which Republicans love. Trump’s nomination, Brett Kavanaugh, is a right leaning judge with a few controversial opinions: his stance on Roe v. Wade, the case that ruled on abortion (he says he will uphold the case but has previously contradicted himself) and believing that sitting presidents shouldn’t be under any sort of legal scrutiny (important because Trump could be indicted). Essentially, Republicans like Kavanaugh and Democrats are fighting to keep him out even though he’ll probably be appointed. Though it may not be a good idea to trust

To review: Kaepernick started kneeling during the national anthem at NFL games to respectfully protest racial inequality in America. Most people ignore that Kaepernick asked a veteran how to respectfully protest the flag, and the vet told him to kneel. After all, kneeling is usually a sign of respect: we kneel to propose, to pray, sports players kneel on the field when a team member is taken off the field etc. Arguably the biggest event is Trump’s nomination for a new Supreme Court Justice. What makes this a big deal? Well, each Justice serves until retirement so their views and opinions can influence generations. The sitting president chooses a replacement for the retiree that aligns with his political views. This nomination is especially important because Anthony Kennedy, the retiree, was the tiebreaker for many of the rulings, meaning his replacement could shift the court a lot fur-

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Trump’s judgement given the New York Times op-ed piece on his administration that just came out. According to this anonymous senior official, there’s a resistance brewing in the White House. I’ll keep you posted on the hearings as the process continues. Ashley Bower is a junior studying english language arts education.

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EDITORIAL

NEW RESEARCH FINDS STUDYING IS LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH I’M SA-TIRED

ew research published Tuesday Sept. 12 found that studying is a leading cause of death among former college students. The study, published by the Research Institute of Lazy Students, has sent shock waves through educational circles and will likely have a significant impact on the structure of U.S. curriculum and even the school system itself. The longitudinal study followed the studying habits and longevity of 12.8 billion students over a period of 350 years.

John Von Strong, Secretary of Education for the European nation of Grassglow, happily Tweeted “This is GREAT! Now I don’t have to try so hard at my job. Caribbean, here I come!!” Grassglow which was declared an independent state three years ago by a group of 20 bankrupt fishermen, supposedly includes parts of Germany, Austria and Italy and is not recognized by the EU or given any worthwhile attention by anyone.

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‘We thank the Research Institute of Lazy Students.

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The research found the actions associated with studying; including hunching over small-lettered books to read, sitting for hours in libraries, common areas or other study spots and stressing about everything, combine to create excessive wear and tear on the body which can shorten one’s lifespan up to 800 years.

of our students learn subsistence farming. Hopefully they will all live longer and happier lives, long enough even to see rising sea levels flood our nation. Oh, wait ”

“Adam lived 930 years and he never studied” commented lead researcher Darrell Donothing. In many locales the news met with favorable reception. Lana Harbor, the president of the board of education on Floodovia, a small island nation in the Pacific, stated, “We thank the Research Institute of Lazy Students for their groundbreaking work. To ensure the continued health of our small island nation, we will look at revising our educational system and standards.” When asked about the specifics of her plan, she answered “We are going to outlaw school and have all

However not all reactions were positive. The University of the Roaring Tigers, a Division III school that caters to washed-up-butstill-hopeful college athletes said in a statement, “We are very disappointed in this biased research, which was published without regard for the truth.

We will continue to hold our students to the highest educational standards, because that is the right thing to do. (Yes, we do require athletes to show up to class. No, professors did not just give athletes “A’s” because those athletes did well in our sports program.) GO TIGERS GO!!” DISCLAIMER: This column is satirical in nature. All of the statements are not based in fact.

Max Bromme is a junior studying business administration.

FREELANCE

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YOUR FUTURE IN THE LAB D

o you ever wonder why professors created labs? Do you get easily frustrated by long lab lectures and experiments always going awry, wishing you could ditch the clunky lab goggles and make a run for it? There’s a solution to cure your lab-time doldrums: drop those sunshine, beach bum vacation plans and spend your summer in a lab! Okay, hopefully you haven’t stopped reading yet.

fight that urge to chuck your lab goggles across the room. Either way it’s bound to be an unforgettable experience. If you think research may be right for you or even if you’re on the fence, start looking for opportunities today. There are hundreds of programs across America at top-notch universities, and fan-

I’ve experienced summer research at two different universities during my time as an undergraduate, and I’ve learned some invaluable lessons about the process. Research, be it in STEM, history, social science, medicine or even business can be a rewarding culture shock that relates academic learning to issues students care about. It involves a brand-new paradigm for learning, exploring and treating failure as progress. This scared me at first. I knew how to be a student – memorize facts, go to class, do my homework and take tests. I didn’t know how to switch mindsets and succeed as a researcher. Becoming more familiar with research reminded me how no one has it all figured out. You also get to dive into topics you enjoy and learn enough in a few months to be considered an expert. These undergraduate research opportunities pay you for learning, failing, persevering, making friendships and getting to bend the ears of some of the most brilliant minds you will ever meet (as well as scoring a great letter of recommendation later on). Consider letting summer research be that unexpected opportunity to open your mind to the great learning lessons of labs. You may get to use your creative skills to help a vast number of people or you may hate every day that you spend in the lab and still

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tastic opportunities abroad, it’s also free to apply to nearly all of them! The time it takes to complete the applications is a learning experience for future job applications and further education. If you need more reasons to apply or have questions on how to get started, please contact me. For additional resources on this topic visit the online edition of this article at ucollege. clocktower.edu. Most applications are due around December or January, it’s not too late to get started now. Erynn Johnson is a senior studying chemistry.

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MISC. CORNER

WHAT’S NEXT? •

HOUC

September 12, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Club Event: DAT shift sign-ups at Yogurtini

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HUMANS OF UNION COLLEGE

September 12-16 Preview Days September 14, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Dinner/Games/Worship-Harvey’s Harvest (Bring your ID card or $6 for dinner)

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September 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Potluck on Prescott

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September 16, 10 a.m. Club Event:

Design Club, homemade waffles at Chandler’s

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recently moved into my first apartment; so far, it’s been going swell. It’s very furnished–we have zero tables, zero chairs, two mattresses and one air mattress that we’re using as a couch. For a while we just had a pile of blankets and pillows in the corner of our living room as our couch. It’s been a great time. I was making supper the other day, and I set off not only one fire alarm, but two. I had to open all the windows, turn on the fan and manually turn off the fire alarms twice. My favorite story: we were getting our wifi set up, which took a short amount of time–six hours. In the process, he drilled through our floor and into my roommate’s dresser and into her favorite pair of pants. At the end, he was staring at our pile of blankets and pillows in the corner and he said “you know, I’ll sell you my couch for $40 so you have something to sit on.” Tight. Adriana Hilbers is a senior studying nursing.

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