The Clocktower September 22, 2021 Issue 3, Volume 96
Get to know Union’s student government Who represents you?
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tudent Association Union’s Student Association is in charge of planning events and facilitating student life on campus. Maurie Andino, SA president, has monthly meetings with Dr. Sauder and is available as a representative of student interests to administration. Student Senate The Student Senate is a forum for student representation to discuss issues that relate to campus life. They convey recommendations and proposals from the student body to administration. The members of the senate represent four different districts of Union College: Rees Hall, Prescott Hall, Culver Hall and Village Students. All together there are twelve senators. At this moment, the senators are not yet announced, but once they are, you can bring any concerns about campus life you have to them. Diversity Council The Diversity Council was created to “improve diversity practices, inclusion, equality and global understanding within the campus community.” They specifically deal with issues in the nature of race/ethnicity, gender,
ability and religious or spiritual practices. The council brings recommendations to the Diversity team and Student Association about policy-related issues, strategies, timelines and more. You can reach out to the Diversity Council with questions or concerns through their email: uniondiversitycouncil@ucollege. edu. Campus Safety For more serious issues, you should refer to Campus Safety. Their mission is to provide a safe and secure living and learning environment for students, faculty and staff. If you are a victim or witness to a crime, you should contact Campus Safety. Their services also entail vehicle registration and parking, a 24 hour patrol of campus, overseeing campus surveillance systems, safety escorts and Lost and Found. You can reach out for help with jump starting your vehicle or tire changes.
Aubrey Benton is a sophomore international relations major from Smithsburg, Md.
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Editor–in–Chief Juliet Bromme
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Adventist News Sophia Jaquez
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Outlook Hannah Olin
Explore Nebraska Kelina Rodgers
Pop Culture Annelise Jacobs
Comedy Caleb Schaber
Sports Evan Majors
Pastor Mic’s annual Man-Camp will take place Oct. 1 College students encouraged to participate
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astor Mic Henton of College View Church has hosted an annual fall weekend event known as ManCamp every year since he arrived in Lincoln. This weekend camping trip takes place at Woodland Acres, a small wooded acreage owned by College View Church approximately 20 miles outside of Lincoln. Every year, between 40 and 60 junior to high school aged boys--accompanied by fathers, pastors, college mentors and community members--haul their tents, sleeping bags and airsoft equipment to the camping grounds for a weekend of manly activities. Day One Friday evening mainly consists of arrival and setting up camp. Each camper is assigned a tent squad determined by grade level. Every squad has a designated college-aged mentor who helps assist and guide the boys during the trip. After camp is set up, the boys shoot a quick round of airsoft before heading off to the firepit for dinner. Day Two Saturday morning begins with physical training (PT) at the crack of dawn. Pastor Mic and his team of leaders get the boys‘ hearts pumping with pushups, squats, races, carrying logs and climbing hills. After breakfast, fathers and mentors join the boys in worship and teach them what it means to be a man after God’s own heart. One father who always attends, Michea Jaquez, said, “The boys have a safe environment to express themselves and learn how to be a Godly young man.” Saturday afternoon the boys engage in “mantivities,” such as car maintenance, trailer pulling, backhoes, chainsaws and archery. When night falls, the campers consume burgers and root beer and compete in grappling and boxing tournaments.
Day Three On Sunday, the airsoft wars begin. With safety a priority, Pastor Mic facilitates games all day long, assigning fathers and college students as refs and captains during the battles. The ample grounds and woods make for great airsoft space and always gets the boys working together as a team. Man-Camp is a great way to show Adventist youth what it means to be a man. The next Man-Camp will take place October 1 of this year. Pastor Mic says, “If any college boys are interested in going, they can shoot me an email, mic.henton@collegeviewchurch. org.”
Sophia Jaquez is a sophomore theology major from Lincoln, Neb.
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Lincoln Children’s Zoo
A closer alternative to see your favorite animals
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ebraska is well known for its massive Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, but that is not the only noteworthy place to see your favorite wild animals. The Lincoln Children’s Zoo is a hidden gem right here in town that is only 10 minutes from Union. Now, I know you might be thinking that it is a place only kids could enjoy because of its name, but don’t let that fool you. This zoo offers plenty to make it worth a visit — even for college “kids.” This zoo is home to around 400 animals that range from foxes to giraffes to penguins. They are bound to have some of your favorites roaming around the property. If you want to check out some of the individual animals before you head over, they have a really cool feature on their website called Keeper Corner. This allows potential visitors to view recent videos of most of their animals and even get a sneak peek into how handlers care for them on a daily basis. They started this in response to the COVID-19 pandemic when they had to close their doors to visitors for a while. Luckily, they are back open and ready to welcome you in person. There are a couple of unique experiences available if you are willing to pay a few extra dollars or plan accordingly. For only $5, you can feed the giraffes two bundles of their favorite snack! Or if you get tired during your visit, hop on the train for $3 and let it take
you around the entire zoo. They also offer scheduled interactive penguin feedings and wild safari experiences with the zookeepers. If you manage to get to the zoo early, you will also have the chance to be a part of the morning cheetah run, which is an experience only a few zoos nationwide offer. If you plan to visit anytime soon, wearing a mask is required in all indoor exhibits. Tickets are about $14 each, which is not bad compared to the pricey entrance fee for the bigger zoo in Omaha. So if you want to save some money and gas but feel like taking a trip to the zoo, definitely check out the Lincoln Children’s Zoo. It never hurts to embrace your inner child for an afternoon.
Kelina Rodgers is a senior business administration major from Apopka, Fla.
My favorite highlights from Club Rush
Clubs, grapes and rubber chickens
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think it is safe to say that Club Rush this year was a success. After last year, it was so nice to see such a great turnout and the variety of clubs was amazing! I enjoyed myself immensely. So, in the interest of your entertainment, I thought I would share with you some of my favorite parts (or clubs!) of the evening. Motorbike Club While I must admit that I didn’t actually stop at this table, I was intrigued by the fleet of bikes parked around it. I even saw the occasional rider buzzing around the field. I am not exactly sure what all this club is about or is planning to do, but it sure seems like it would be a good time . . . if you are into motorbikes, that is. Grilled Bagels Okay, can someone tell me why I hadn’t heard of or tried this before? And I thought bagels couldn’t get any better. Library Subscription Box
As a book lover, this club immediately caught my eye! Members choose their favorite theme or genre and receive a box periodically that includes a book, author information, snack and small item that goes along with the book’s theme. What a great idea, right? Occupational Therapy Club I had to give a shout out to this club simply because they let me stand by their table and eat all the grapes I wanted, even though I didn’t join their club. Therapy Dogs Were those guys cute or what? Props to the Active Minds Club for inviting the pooches to the party! Education Club Chickens You had to shoot rubber chickens at a target. It’s harder than you think, believe me. Those little chickens are hard to aim! Communication Club I was so impressed with the launching
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©Integrated Marketing Communications of this new club. Not only did it have great activities lined up already, but it also had a cool crossword puzzle drawing for a Mill gift card. If that’s not the way to get to a college student’s heart, I don’t know what is! Sense of Community I loved watching everyone together, laughing and enjoying the evening. Club Rush is such a great way for people to connect with others in their major and those who share the same interests as them. It was so cool to see all the amazing mini “communities” that we have here on campus.
Hannah Olin is a junior history education major from Princeton, Ill.
Fiji’s checkered past
The story behind #shutfijidown
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hi Gamma Delta (Fiji) is a fraternity chapter of the University of Nebraska that made Lincoln news in August. The frat carries a history of inappropriate behavior, which led it to make a significant appearance on many people’s social media when serious allegations were made against them. Fiji hosted a party at the frat in August, and several people complained that the party was “too wild.” Sometime during this party, two underaged students entered the premises. Later, a 19 year old male assaulted one of those underaged students. After the incident occurred, Lincoln Police initiated an investigation that also examined the rest of Fiji’s checkered past. University of Lincoln Police Chief, Hassan Ramzah, said this about the investigation: “given the sensitive nature, we work with the victim
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at their pace in investigation, not behind or ahead, but with them.” After fall classes began and word spread about the assault, students, neighbors and teachers gathered to protest Fiji’s presence connected to UNL. Several hundred students protested Fiji with #shutdownfiji on social media. The issue went national when signs protesting Fiji appeared in Missouri and Iowa. 6UNL suspended the frat pending the investigation. University Chancellor Ronnie Green had this to say: “the university has a ‘responsibility’ to follow the legal guidance and process for investigating sexual assault and to ‘protect the rights of all involved.’” As mentioned, Fiji had a checkered history, and this is not the first suspension Fiji has seen. They received a three-year suspension following inappropriate conduct at a woman’s march. The vice chancellor of student affairs, Juan N. Franco, stated on March 21, 2017, “We have completed a thorough investigation and review, and we have found a clear pattern of conduct that is inconsistent with expectations for a student organization at our university. We have taken appropriate action to address the chapter’s culture and ensure the safety of our students.” Fraternity director, Bill Martin, said about the members of Fiji on the same date as Franco’s release and when the original suspension was placed, “The members of the chapter have expressed their commitment to the changes and progress necessary to
regain recognition from the university. We all appreciate the opportunity to cooperate with the university to fashion a meaningful rehabilitation plan to accomplish this.” For those out there who have been affected by the actions of Fiji, UNL, any fraternity or any one person, who is a survivor of assault, you are not alone. There are many sources for you out there. Places like RAINN are there for you to report abuse. You can go to their website or call 800-656-HOPE. You are not a victim, you are a survivor.
TJ Pittenger is a junior theology major from Gilson, Ill.
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5 movies you should watch this semester “Cinderella” (in theaters) I have heard many positive and negative opinions on this movie so far. Everyone has their thoughts, even the people who haven’t watched it yet. My favorite review was in the New York Post, titled “‘Cinderella’ review: A horrid fake-feminist adaptation nobody asked for” and started with the line, “Writer-director Kay Cannon has shattered Cinderella’s glass slipper. And we, the audience, are forced to walk across the shards barefoot.” This movie is a rom-com. Don’t have high expectations, but don’t buy into the negativity until you have watched it. Grab a group of friends, and love it or love roasting it. I promise a fun evening. “No Time to Die” (Oct. 8, 2021) This is a finale to a great run – the final James Bond to be played by Daniel Craig. This will be the longest film in the series, at two hours and 43 minutes in length. With no time to die, Agent 007 is brought out of his peaceful retirement for a simple mission. That mission becomes a blast to the past as characters from past movies resurface with dark secrets. This is a must see for action and adventure fans. “Dune” (Oct. 22, 2021) An adaptation of a science fiction novel, “Dune” promises a thrilling adventure, marketed as “the Star Wars for adults.” If cliffhangers are your pet peeve, this may not be the movie for you. Director Denis Villeneuve has revealed that the movie will be released in two separate features, an unknown amount of time apart. This movie has already been released in Asia and parts of Europe. The reviews are very positive and fans already are excited for the promised second part. “Encanto” (Nov. 24, 2021) Here is to the inner child and Disney fans. A young Colombian girl doesn’t have magic even though her entire family does. A twist on the traditional Disney plot, the trailer promotes the film as heart-warming and family-friendly. My personal reason for excitement is the soundtrack to this musical written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Known
for writing the soundtrack to “Moana” and several Broadway plays, Miranda never disappoints. “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (Dec. 17, 2021) I can’t make a list like this without including one Marvel film, especially one that promises the mind trip of the multiverse. Spoilers have revealed that all three actors that have played Spider-Man will be brought together. Anticipation builds for what Tom Holland has revealed to be his favorite SpiderMan role yet.
Annelise Jacobs is a sophomore communication major from Peru, Maine.
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Online tools for college students Part two
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ast week, I shared five online resources to help you out this semester. Here are five more to bookmark and use! Speechnotes If you are someone who gets distracted and loses your train of thought easily, writing papers may be difficult. Instead of thinking and typing at the same time, try talking out loud to yourself. This website transcribes your speech so your ideas can flow freely. RogerHub This is a super convenient final grade calculator you should use during finals week. Just plug in your current grade, how much the final exam is worth and what grade you want after the test. Then, the website will calculate what grade you need to earn. This is the minimum, so shoot for higher! BookScouter If you’re like most college students, you sell your textbooks as soon as finals are over. BookScouter compares offers from over 30 textbook-buyback websites to find you the best deal. All you have to do is type in the ISBN number, pick the vendor with the best offer and ship your book within a few days. Academic Phrasebank You can pull hundreds of phrases straight from this website to use in your papers. Because
they are all neutral, generic statements, you don’t need to worry about plagiarism. Find phrases to introduce your topic, refer to sources, compare information, give examples and more. The website is well organized, making it easy for you to turn your casual essays into scholarly papers worthy of an A grade. UNiDAYS As a college student, you are entitled to special deals and savings at many of your favorite stores. UNiDAYS collects all these discounts into one place so saving money is easier. Some of the most popular coupons available on UNiDAYS are for Adidas, American Eagle, H&M, Express and UGG. Download the app for access when shopping in the store.
Hannah Drewieck is a senior business administration and commmunication major from Stoughton, Wis.
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The beauty of shaky ground
Discovering oneself in the midst of the unknown
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’ve known solid ground. For more than three decades, I served as a high school English teacher, establishing a firm and familiar rhythm. I awoke each school day eager to create a welcoming environment, to plan engaging lessons, to grade, organize, listen, encourage, support and supervise. Then, my life began to slip. The solid ground on which I’d stood for so long felt like quicksand pulling me under. Feeling stuck between the predictable world in which I lived and a longing to venture out toward fresh possibilities, I stumbled over my fear of the unknown. Restless nights and days of doubt followed until I unearthed internal courage to make a change. Change from the secure to the unfamiliar brings uncertainty, but there is beauty in shaky ground. During months of internal struggle, I found that my soul was the best source for security. I began taking daily time for silence to quiet the voices of doubt in my mind and to hear the longings of my heart. And, my heart spoke powerfully to me. When did I stop listening to myself? I wondered. The message from my depths urged time in nature. I obeyed. Basking in the sun, kissed by the breeze, sitting on the porch celebrating the rain’s song and receiving its freshness, I found a storehouse of courage to reinvent my life. I broke the cycle of routine, activated a list of new possibilities and began to take small steps on shaky ground feeling unleashed. Through bird flights, cloud dances and cicada hymns, I felt the presence of something – someone bigger than myself, and instead of making me feel small and unimportant, I felt acknowledged and called. I reconnected with God in small but meaningful ways. Shaky ground has led to change and growth. It has led to God moments in everyday circumstances. The predictable routine can be reassuring, but sometimes you need to seek new
ground. I dare you to take a step on shaky ground and find new beauty in yourself and the world. Listen to your soul. Quiet yourself to hear the small, still voice of your Creator and Savior. Dig into your deepest fears and joys, and take the first scary and beautiful steps toward selfdiscovery. “The key to being happy is knowing that you have the power to choose what to accept and what to let go.” – Dodinsky
Kerrie Schnell is assistant director of the Studio for Writing and Speaking.
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