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Two Central Michigan University faculty members helped save 26 people with heat stroke this summer.

OPINION Be transparent, Athletics

It’s time for Athletics to step up to the plate when it comes to transparency about its construction projects.

Residents moving into the hall were relocated so renovations could be completed on the building.

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SPORTS Brian Edwards loses appeal

The Central Michigan cornerback was denied eligibility from the NCAA.

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Board of Trustees committees discuss enrollment, planning By Staff Reports news@cm-life.com

Central Michigan University Board of Trustees met in committees Wednesday evening to prepare for its Thursday formal meeting. Trustees attended five committee meetings Sept. 18 to discuss topics like enrollment, program updates and strategic planning. The board will vote to approve the renovation of a Culinary Nutrition Center for the nutrition and dietetics department at its formal meeting, which is set for 9 a.m. Sept. 19 in the President’s Conference Room in Bovee University Center.

Alanna Sparks | Staff Photographer The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees gathers for committee meetings Sept. 18 in the President’s Conference Room.

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ENTERPRISE RISK AD HOC The committee was updated on the status of the Emergency Management and Operations Continuity Planning team. Vice President for Information Technology Roger Rehm highlighted that the Operations Continuity Planning team is a “proactive planning designed to avoid or lessen the risks associated with the disruption of operations.” This management team is different than emergency management. Emergency management focuses on “immediately mobilizing campus resources to keep people and infrastructure safe.” ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS The demographic for future students at CMU is expected to change as there has been a 15 percent decline in high school age students in Michigan. Executive Vice President and Provost Mary Schutten said a potential strategic pathway for 2030 is planned to be launched soon, securing $3 million. In an attempt to increase enrollment and retention rates, Schutten has multiple ideas on ways to change the student college market. One of these ideas was offering a new program, environmental engineering. The hope is to bring new students to campus and to increase female representation in the STEM community. Executive Director of Admissions Lee Furbeck also spoke about some ways the university is trying to increase enrollment rates now. Some things being implemented to increase enrollment include providing applicants the ability to use the Common Application, seeking outside assistance for marketing and focusing on territory management. FINANCE AND FACILITIES Associate Vice President of Facilities Management Jonathan Webb updated the committee on the status of university construction projects.

“The Center for Integrated Health Studies, the expansion to Health Professions, was supposed to be substantially complete this month; we are (a) couple (of) months delayed, we’ve had a lot of weather issues and some challenges,” Webb said. Although the Center for Integrated Health Studies is behind, all of the summer campus projects were completed on time, before students moved back to campus. TRUSTEES-FACULTY LIAISON History faculty member Jonathan Truitt, director of the Center for Learning through Games and Simulations, presented and demonstrated his work with learning through games as the committee’s point of pride. Truitt facilitated a miniature version of his game “Plagues, Poxes and Pustules” with the committee and members of the audience. Each player was given a card with their persona – a priest, peasant or land owner. The game starts with two people being chosen as sick and a die is rolled to determine if they die. Everyone in the society has to determine what is causing them to die and quarantine everyone else that falls into the category. In order to win, players must have above 50 percent of the population alive at the end of the game. The participants were unable to determine the cause of death and lost more than half of their population, resulting in them losing the game. TRUSTEES-STUDENT LIAISON The meeting featured multiple leaders from student groups like the Student Government Association, Program Board, Residence Housing Association and Central Michigan Life. These leaders discussed updates from their groups and the projects they’re working on. Mary St. John, director of the Residence Housing Association, said her group is working on a program where students can donate their unused meal plans to students who are suffering from food insecurity or who have run out of meal plan swipes. This will give students access to healthy meals, she said. Dylan Goetz, editor-in-chief of CM Life, spoke at length about the newspaper’s upcoming 100th Anniversary celebration and its role on campus. He said CM Life gives students a voice on campus. “I do this for the little guys,” Goetz said. “I think of journalism as a public service. (CM Life) is giving information to people who otherwise wouldn’t have it.” Staff reporters Andrew Mullin, Courtney Pedersen and Makayla Coffee contributed to this story.

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SGA House and Senate leaders chosen at Sept. 16 meeting By Justin Cooper Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Central Michigan University’s Student Government Association held elections Monday evening to select a house leader, senate leader and to fill a spate of vacant senate seats. All 24 senate seats sat vacant at the beginning of the Sept. 16 meeting, and because there were only ten candidates, each candidate only needed one vote to be elected. Each of the candidates, four of which were SGA members, were elected to the senate. Each candidate had one minute to describe what they’d like to accomplish this year and answered two questions from the audience, as was decided by a vote in the house. Themes

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of inclusion, equality and sustainability recurred in many of the candidates’ speeches. In his speech, Chicago freshman Caleob Mitchell described himself as a student activist seeking to elevate marginalized voices. “I want to... see more minority people of color (and) queer people in powerful positions and open up more dialogue about those identities that get kind of tossed in the back,” Mitchell said. Muskegon junior Taylor Dibble spoke of a “strong disconnect” between Greek Life and the rest of the campus. Dibble represented the Collegiate Panhellenic Council in SGA’s House last year and wants to continue her work to mend the gaps wherever they may be. “If we reconnected Greek

Life and all of Central, we’d be much stronger fighting for the issues of the whole campus needs,” Dibble said. She said mutual involvement between SGA and Greek Life may strengthen the rest of the community’s bond with Greek Life. Carlton senior Anna Whitwam was reelected as house leader for a second term and screamed with excitement as SGA members hugged her after the vote. Whitwam entered SGA as a house representative two years ago. “It feels amazing,” Whitwam said. “This is my senior year, so this is my last year with all my peers, and I just couldn’t think of a better way to end my senior year on an awesome note… It’s very empowering for me, and I love to empower others to be the best person

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TODDLER DROWNS IN BATHTUB OF CMU APARTMENT A 14-month-old girl drowned in the bathtub of a Central Michigan University apartment complex Friday evening. Police responded to the drowning at 8:50 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 in Kewadin Village Apartments, at 301 W. Broomfield St., according to a news release issued by CMU Police Department. The 14-month-old girl had reportedly been found underwater in a bathtub and was not breathing, according to CMUPD. Bystanders attempted CPR on the girl until first responders arrived at the scene. The child was taken to McLaren Central Michigan Hospital by ambulance where she was pronounced dead, according to the release.

Police said there are no indications of foul play. The incident remains under investigation by CMU police, the Sparrow Hospital Medical Examiner’s Officer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Police said the child’s identity will be released once the investigation is closed. There were no charges related to the case at Isabella County District Court as of Monday, Sept. 16. University police were assisted on the scene by MMR Ambulance and the Mount Pleasant Fire Department. -Melissa Frick Senior Reporter

Justin Cooper | Photographer Student Government Association Vice President Lyndi Rose swears in new members of the SGA Senate Sept. 16 in Bovee University Center Auditorium.

they can be, and to also be the best leader they can be.” Gaylord junior Joshua Moody was elected senate leader. Last year Moody served in SGA’s senate, in which students represent CMU’s colleges, as a senator for undeclared students & Global Campus. In his election speech, Moody spoke of “stagnation”

in student-to-student communication at CMU and said he wants to develop ways for students to “be normal instead of just stressed all the time,” such as placing benches around campus where students can sit to signal they want to have a conversation with somebody. “I’m hoping to help my senators build community, as well as build community

myself as one of my projects,” Moody said. “That being said, I’m super excited for whatever comes my way.” At next week’s meeting, senators will likely be appointed to the colleges they will represent and six committees will begin meeting to discuss their goals for the year and how to accomplish them.

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Merit scholarships change for incoming freshmen By Teresa Homsi Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

In an effort to combat declining enrollment, Central Michigan University is rearranging its scholarship awards. Enrollment at CMU dropped by approximately seven percent last year. In an attempt to reverse the trend, while staying on budget, merit scholarships for incoming freshmen are changing. “We want bright students who would qualify for these awards to enroll at CMU, and we want to acknowledge the good work they did before they got here,” said Executive Director of Admissions Lee Furbeck. In previous years, the highest non-competitive merit scholarship covered approximately $24,000 over four years. Now merit scholarships for incoming freshmen are percentage-based, with the highest award covering 75 percent of tuition (30 credit hours a year) over the course of four years. The scholarships are awarded based on SAT/ACT scores and high school GPA. However, in contrast to past years, the formula is weighted more heavily on GPA, which serves as a better predictor of success than standardized test scores.

Furbeck and the scholarship committees analyzed the merit scholarships of other Michigan universities while forming the new scholarship structures. “[These changes are] going to allow us to take more of the financial aid dollars that are available and use them for need-based funding,” Furbeck said. “The students will get a merit award and if they fill out the FAFSA and are in high need, then they can potentially [receive] more need-based funding.” In addition to the automatic merit awards, some of the competitive scholarships have also changed. Every year the Honors Program accepts 150 students under a Centralis Scholarship award, previously splitting the award between 20 Scholar (full room, board, fees and tuition) and 130 Gold (full tuition) awards. The new structure maintains the 20 Scholars, but reduces the Gold awards to 80 students and adds 50 Maroon students, who will receive a $5,000 study abroad stipend, which all new Honors students earn. Maroon students will still qualify for automatic merit awards. The Honors program is set up to accept approximately 5 percent of the incoming class, which was set at 150 students. Now, that percentage more closely resembles 100 students, meaning the 50 Maroon awards are “extras.”

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Sara Kellner | Associate Editor Incoming freshmen discuss their high school involvements during the Central Success 101 program during new student orientation on June 4 in Biosciences 1010.

According to Furbeck, the rearranging of the merit awards “breaks even” in terms of funding. “Scholarships help offset the cost [of college],” Furbeck said. “For a lot of these

students, [scholarships are] the difference between taking out a loan or going to a community college first and then coming here. We want them here, and in the case of Centralis, in our Honors program.”

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CLARE WOMAN, 19, KILLED IN TWOVEHICLE ISABELLA ROAD CRASH

Melissa Frick | Senior Reporter A 19-year-old Clare woman was killed in a two-vehicle, fatal crash at the intersection of Isabella Road and Blue Grass Road in Mount Pleasant on Wednesday, Sept. 18.

A 19-year-old Clare woman was killed Wednesday in a two-vehicle crash in Mount Pleasant. Michigan State Police responded to the crash at 11:15 a.m. on Sept. 18 at the threeway intersection of S. Isabella Road and E. Blue Grass Road, said Lt. Todd Parsons, the on-scene supervisor. The Clare woman was driving east on Blue Grass Road in a 2007 Hyundai Elantra passenger car when she drove into the path of a 2003 Ford F-150 pickup truck southbound on Isabella Road, police said. Parsons said the female driver was the sole occupant of the Hyundai Elantra, and she was transported to McLaren Central Michigan where she was pronounced dead. The driver of the pickup truck, a 19-year-

old Mount Pleasant man, and two adult passengers sustained minor injuries in the crash. The crash remains under investigation by MSP. Parsons said alcohol and drugs do not appear to be a factor in the crash. The name of the Clare woman is being withheld until her family is notified. The intersection was partially closed to traffic for several hours as police investigated. MSP was assisted at the scene by MMR Ambulance, Mount Pleasant Fire Department, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department and the Isabella County Sheriff’s Office. - Melissa Frick Senior Reporter

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Carey Hall under renovation for the 2019-2020 school year By Makayla Coffee Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Carey Hall in the Towers Complex has been closed to undergo renovations because of low enrollment and will reopen in the 2020 fall semester. Due to a lack of students enrolled, the building showed vacancies between dorm rooms of the hall. Renovations for residential halls usually take place during the summer, however Residence Life decided to take advantage of the opportunity in the 2019-20 fall and spring semesters. “We know that when students are really far spread out and if there are lots of room vacancies on a floor, it’s really hard to connect with people… and that’s just not the experience we want our students to have,” Director of Residence Life Kathleen Gardner said. The decision to close Carey Hall caused 65 students to relocate. Residence Life started to contact students asking them to relocate on Friday, July 5 and finished Thursday, July 11. The students being moved were given the option to relocate to “similar first year halls” and stay with their roommates if they chose to, Gardner said. These students took some priority since they were being dislocated, and Gardner said she feels like most students were accommodated in the process. Residence Life personnel also had to relocate. Students working as Resident Assistants were reassigned with the same or similar positions at a different building.

The department waited until they received all of the information and were positive they were doing the project. After it was confirmed, the Towers community’s Assistant Director of Residence Life reached out to student personnel and other paraprofessional staff about what was happening to start reassignment. The students working did not lose their scholarships because of this decision; however, Gardner said she realizes the switch can be difficult if the student already has made ties with the building’s other staff members. Along with Carey Hall, certain floors of the buildings in the Towers Complex were also taken offline. The other floors taken offline could not be disclosed for security reasons, Gardner said. Hiring for this semester was adjusted in spring 2019, as Residence Life saw the potential that floors could be closed and planned accordingly. The staff for Carey Hall was the only staff that had to be relocated. As for Residence Hall Directors, they are assigned one hall and receive additional compensation if they choose to take on another hall. These directors are made aware that their ability to have two halls is based from year to year, so no staff member lost their job due to Carey being offline. Ideas for what is expected from Carey have not been decided yet. Gardner hopes to have a better understanding of what is to be expected in October. As of right now, a request for a feasibility study to Facilities Management has been put in as a way to see what can be accomplished with the department’s budget. Facilities management then assigns a property manager to the hall and this

Savannah Glasscock | Staff Photographer The doors to Carey Hall in the Towers Complex are closed. The building is undergoing renovations and will reopen in Fall 2020.

person figures out a price for a project. There are multiple possibilities for what can come of Carey Hall, however the department has to wait until they receive feedback from Facilities Management to know what is in their budget. Some renovations will fall under preventative maintenance, while other renovations have to be determined as either necessities or wants. From these lists, the project manager has to decide what tasks are most important to complete first. With the renovation taking place during the 2019-2020 fall and spring semesters, there is more time to complete more work on the hall. One possible idea for Carey Hall is to change the entire building’s layout to fit a two person room style, where two people would share a bathroom instead of four.

The building would house 163 people if it used this layout, Gardner said. “One of the things we’re trying to do is really working at looking at different opportunities to make housing fit into different people’s budgets... providing more students options,” Executive Director of Auxiliary Services Cal Seelye said. Other new features of the building could involve new light fixtures, furniture, or flooring. When it comes to dealing with necessities, Facilities Management might be able to help guide the department in targeting some key features based on records they keep. Facilities Management can focus efforts on rooms which had lots of maintenance requests to maximize the amount of repairs done with the allotted budget, Seelye said.

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Faculty members save 26 lives at Falmouth Road Race By Courtney Pedersen Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

When Dr. Noshir Amaria and Dr. Kevin Miller went to the Falmouth Road Race in Massachusetts this summer, they didn't anticipate having to save 26 lives. Amaria, an intercollegiate athletics team physician and College of Medicine faculty member, and Miller, a Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions faculty member, volunteered to join the medical team of at least 100 people at the race. Miller serves on the Kory Stringer Institute Science of Medical Advisory Board. His affiliation with the institute and interest in heat illnesses inspired him to work on the medical team. He invited Amaria to join him. The Aug. 18 race attracted 12,000 participants, who ran the seven-mile seaside course in an average of one hour and 13 minutes. “Because the runners can run it very quickly, their body temperatures go up very quickly as well,” Miller said. “It’s a perfect storm for studying heat stroke, which is one of the three leading causes of death in athletes.” Both Miller and Amaria were supposed to be working the medical tent at the finish line, but not enough physicians showed that day, so Amaria was on the course in a mobile unit Gator helping bring athletes to the closest medical tents. The athletes were taken to the tents, had their temperatures taken and were treated accordingly; in most cases they were dunked in tanks of cold water. "Of the 26 heat strokes we had, we only sent eight to the hospital for further evaluation," Miller said. "When you have people like this and you treat them correctly, they go about their day just fine." Temperatures were taken with both ear and rectal thermometers. An ear thermometer may say 104 degrees and the rectal one would have 108.5 degrees, Miller said. "Not only was the ear thermometer fourand-a-half degrees off, it was four-anda-half degrees off in the worst possible direction," Miller said. "This can change the course of treatment." After helping save 26 lives from heat stroke with temperatures up to 108.6 degrees, the two professors were reaffirmed with the university’s heat illness policies and their experience on managing the illness. Since the university generally doesn’t see heat stroke – just sicknesses under the heat illness umbrella – it is hard to study and practice what is necessary in that scenario.

Courtesy Photo courtesy of Noshir Amaria The medical team of the Falmouth Road Race. “I’ve seen a full-blown heat stroke once or twice before, but I did not manage it, I was an athletic trainer at the time,” said Amaria. “So to actually manage five at once in the tent that I was in, it gave us so much experience in such a compressed amount of time. I got a class A education in, like, four hours.” Miller has an environmental chamber at CMU to study appropriate procedures for heat illness. “I can’t give my subjects real heat stroke, so the hottest I’ve ever taken a subject here at CMU is 104 degrees, which is quite different than 108.6,” Miller said. “The way that their symptoms manifest is very different, so to study real heat stroke, I can’t do that at CMU. We have to go to these natural races where people will do this to themselves because they want to win.” Amaria and Miller said that even as newcomers to the race, everyone welcomed them to the medical team with open arms. "There were people from all around the country; we were the only two guys from Michigan," Amaria said. "I was blown away by the hospitality. People know you are there to help others, (so) it kind of endears you to them a little bit." The medical team had people with a variety medical experience, including EMTs, physical therapists, physicians and

Courtesy Photo courtesy of Noshir Amaria Dr. Kevin Miller and Dr. Noshir Amaria at the finish line of the Falmouth Road Race. students. "It shows how medical professionals can work together for the betterment of people," Miller said. "A lot of times athletic trainers, physicians, nurses and EMTs very sparsely interact with each other at one time, but you had people all across

the medical spectrum working together to save lives." After using this year’s race to get a lay of the land, they plan to go back next year with a research idea of their own and learn how to treat people with heat stroke more effectively.

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eece Bays-Kramer perched himself on a wooden bar stool Saturday in the East driveway at O’Kelly’s Bar and Grille. The bouncer collected $10 parking fees and stashed the money in a clear fanny pack strapped to his waist. About three football fields away, thousands of college football fans were heard tailgating before Central Michigan’s game against Akron. The bouncer wished to join them, but duty called. O’Kelly’s Bar and Grille and Wayside Central employ between 14 and 18 bouncers. Bartender Shelby Mottin said, like Bays-Kramer, most of them are also students. Bays-Kramer served as a security guard before becoming a bouncer at O’Kelly’s Bar and Grille and Wayside Central more than one year ago. The former CMU student transferred to Lansing Community College to pursue a career as an electrician. He still returns on weekends for a “familiar atmosphere.” “I have a lot of friends from high school up here and people I talk to,” Bays-Kramer said. “It’s like another family up here. It would be hard to leave, so I am glad I still have the option to be a bouncer here.” Bays-Kramer sat down with Central Michigan Life on Sept. 14 to discuss his responsibilities and experiences as a student bouncer.

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On my last shift before I left for summer last year, there were six fights in a half-hour. It was a lot of random things randomly happening. Most of the fights were over spilled drinks. Group fist fights broke out. I am not talking one-on-one. I’m talking five-on-five fights.

You try to play it safe for yourself and the people who aren’t involved. At the same time, you are the bouncer and the sober one. You kind of have to go in, break it up the best you can and kick out whoever needs to be kicked out. In my opinion, the older generation are usually more experienced with drinking and have a higher tolerance to fighting.

How hard is it to kick people out of a venue?

Has there ever been a moment where you or someone else has been in harm?

What drew you to the job?

What is your most memorable experience?

What do you do in that circumstance?

It is just a regular job. There are nights I come out and blend in with the rest of the crowd. People fear bouncers unnecessarily. Although, people should have respect because (bouncers) are spending Saturday nights making sure they are safe.

The biggest thing is being a people person. Being able to interact with people at any level of sobriety is an important skill to have. It is also busting people’s balls and making sure they’re safe and behaved. Safety is the number one rule.

The people I am charge of are my peers, so it is a respect thing. We I.D. all age groups for legality reasons. For any age group, as long as you treat them with respect, they are usually going to treat you with respect. They will listen to you, hopefully. Sometimes, you get those off-cases where that doesn’t happen.

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What does a bouncer do?

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It depends. Usually, it is not my go-to thing. I try not to be a dick. I understand there are certain situations where everyone is trying to have a good time and are just thrown into a bad spot that makes them look really bad. However, if you are being arrogant and have a bad attitude, it is time for you to go.

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I had a buddy who worked (at O’Kelly’s Bar and Grille). I would help him by sitting next to him and talking or picking up cups. It seemed like a fun gig, and I always liked the atmosphere.

Reece Bays-Kramer Reece Bays-Kramer doesn’t want to kick you out of the bar - but he will if he has to. So please don’t pass out or start any fights. And please, eat some food and drink some water before you go out. If you don’t, you’re going to get bounced! Isaac Ritchey ■ Senior Reporter

The first time I kicked someone out the guy started throwing ice. It made me mad, so I told him, “It is time for you to go, bud.” He started walking out, turned around, tried to head butt me and missed. I put him in a headlock. Him and I just sat there for a moment and then a group of us carried him out.

Do you have any horror stories? There are always threats. During welcome weekend, there are always freshman who come to (Wayside Central). It is their first time drinking or being away from home. This year we carried three chicks out at 10 p.m. because they had thrown up all over themselves. It was a bad time.

What safety tips do you have for people that go out to bars? Drink a lot of water before, and eat a lot of food in the afternoon. Just be a healthy person and going out will go so much smoother. Be level-headed and respectful. Be passive and understanding. A lot of the fights I have seen happen when someone slips and stumbles into someone who is drunk and takes it with offense.

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Deaf Awareness Week allows students to experience Deaf culture Monday, Sept. 23

By Katie Hixson Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Lunch picnics in the botanical gardens, bonfires, movies, painting with friends and deaf-blind simulations: There’s something for everyone in Deaf Awareness Week! Sign up for any or all events with your friends and submerge yourself in the Deaf culture. Deaf Awareness Week is put on by the American Sign Language Division of the College of Health Professions here at Central Michigan University. The celebration includes events on and off-campus intended to get students informed and involved in Deaf culture. This year, it kicks off on Sept. 22 and continues until Sept. 27. Tickets to all of the events are free of charge, but are required to reserve a spot. Anyone is welcome to any event, and no prior ASL experience is necessary.

Sunday, Sept. 22 Silent Bonfire: 5-7 p.m. at Camp Weidman Scout Camp Bring your camping chairs and marshmallows. Enjoy a silent bonfire and learn some conversational sign language with your peers.

Information Fair: 10 a.m.-1p.m. in the Health Professions Atrium Curious about ASL? Bring your friends and learn about Deaf culture and how you could benefit from ASL. Find out how you can get involved in ASL at CMU. Silent Lunch: Noon in the Botanical Gardens, or the Health Professions Atrium if there is rain Pack a lunch and head down to the gardens for a picnic with your fellow ASL learners. Activities for all skill levels. ASL Rocks: 6:30 p.m. in Anspach room 161 Come watch interpreters and students perform songs, poems and stories in ASL. Witness excellence from the performers putting on this fabulous display of a visual language.

Tuesday, Sept. 24

Hearing Loss Experience: 9:3010:15 a.m. in Health Professions 2261 and 11-11:45 a.m. in Health Professions 1257 See the world from a different point of view by experiencing what it is actually like to be deaf. ASL 101 Demo Class: 12:30-1:45 p.m. in the Health Professions Atrium

Interested in learning some basic ASL? Join us for a free lesson on simple vocabulary like colors, hobbies and the alphabet! Movie Night: 6 p.m. at Celebration Cinema Come watch a free showing of “The Silent Natural,” a movie based on the first Deaf Major League Baseball player.

Wednesday, Sept. 25

Doughnuts, Coffee and Silence: 9-11 a.m. at Cops and Doughnuts Central Precinct Got a hankering for something sweet? Come get to know signers in all levels of experience and enjoy some yummy treats! Deaf-blind simulations: Sessions last 45 minutes, session 1 attendance is required for session 2. • Session 1: 1-1:45 p.m. Health Professions 1251 • Session 2: 2-2:45 p.m. Health Professions 1252 • Session 3: 3-3:45 p.m. Health Professions 1252 Community panel: 6:30 p.m. in Anspach 161 Individuals who are Deaf, interpreters and educators in the Deaf community will discuss their experiences in the culture and how it has impacted them.

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Mandy Harvey meet and greet: 1 p.m. Sarah and Daniel Opperman Auditorium in the Park Library Meet the Deaf singer and songwriter who performed a song with her ukulele on America’s Got Talent in 2017. Mandy Harvey performance: 7:30 p.m. in Staples Concert Hall in the CMU School of Music Witness the stunning performance of Mandy Harvey. Harvey uses her feet to feel the vibrations from her ukulele so she can sense her pitch.

Book folding class: 1-1:45 p.m. in Health Professions 1251 Interested in arts and crafts? Make a beautiful folded page book in a class setting. There is a $5 fee for the class. Canvas, Coffee and De’VIA: 6-8 p.m. at Biggby Coffee on 210 S. Mission St. Enjoy a painting class with friends while sipping a hot cup of joe. There is a $5 fee for class materials and coffee must be purchased separately. To reserve your spot for a Deaf Awareness Week event, use the QR to the left.

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$225 per semester Riley Connell’s parents were blindsided by an unexplained student service fee they had to pay to send their daughter to college. “I kind of feel like a cash-cow,” Connell, a St. Claire sophomore, said. Horton graduate student Brooklynn Watkins said she doesn’t use the same student resources as undergraduates, but she still forked over the $225. “I honestly don’t know what this is for,” Watkins said. Richard Campbell served in the U.S. Army for six years and is now seeking a degree in mechanical engineering. He said he values honesty and transparency. “When you say ‘student services’ that could really mean anything,” the Macomb senior said. These students never received a clear explanation from Central Michigan University about the $225 student services fee that was implemented during the 2018-19 academic year. In June 2018, the Board of Trustees approved the implementation of a fee in lieu of a tuition increase. The fee revenue was to be allocated specifi-

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Almost every student enrolled in credit-bearing courses pays the fee each semester. There are a few exemptions, including: • Students eligible for active-duty military rates • College of Medicine students (CMED students pay an annual rate, not per credit) • High school students who are dual-enrolled • Senior citizens auditing courses • Students enrolled in non-credit-bearing education and professional development courses • CMU students who directly enroll at host institutions for study abroad • Students studying abroad at CMU through the tuition exchange program BROKEN PROMISE Until 2005, the university charged a variety of different fees that were earmarked for specific functions on campus. During the 2004-05 academic year, students paid seven fees separate from tuition. These fees were: • Enrollment fee • Student activity center fee • Student programming fee • Student technology fee •Capital improvement fee • Library fee • Student publication fee (which provided funding to Central Michigan Life) At the June 2005 board of trustees meeting President Michael Rao proposed a different tuition model – the CMU Promise. The CMU Promise guaranteed a flat tuition rate for up to five years, and rolled all of the separate fees into the cost of tuition. The CMU Promise ended in 2008 after the recession, but student fees didn’t return until 2018. WHERE DID IT COME FROM? The discussion about creating a student fee started when the

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Story by Michael Livin Office of Financial Planning and Budgets began creating budget models for the 2018-19 academic year, explained Joe Garrison, executive director of Financial Planning and Budgets. Modeling is based on projected enrollment and state appropriations. Garrison’s office models dozens of different scenarios to see which models are the most feasible. Then, Garrison communicates with the president’s cabinet about which models to consider. The cabinet is made up of Provost Mary Schutten along with multiple vice presidents. These vice presidents spearhead various departments and offices such as finances, external relations and university communications. This group decides which budget models work best for the upcoming academic year, based on their priorities for the university. The final budget model is presented to the Board of Trustees, typically in June, for approval. Last year, the cabinet wanted to prioritize student services. The idea of a fee seemed ideal because those funds could be di-

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ngston and Sara Kellner rectly applied to those services. With the current budget model at CMU, a tuition increase couldn’t guarantee that funds would go to those services. The university’s budget model provides autonomy to colleges by collecting tuition dollars and allocating money to each college. The money the colleges don’t use gets returned and spent on university-wide services. Heather Smith, interim associate vice president of University Communications, said this summer that the university was working on a statement to explain how the revenue was disbursed. She said it would be posted on go.cmich.edu, the admissions website. “The goal of that is to make sure the students know we are being transparent, that we’ve got this information out there,” Smith said. “It’s critical that they understand where these dollars are going to help maintain these services and enhance some other things.” As of Sept. 15, a statement has not been published on the

admissions page. Parma graduate student Elizabeth Breton attended Siena Heights University, a Roman Catholic university with fewer than 3,000 students. She said CMU hasn’t reached the same level of transparency as her previous school. “When I did my undergrad, whenever tuition would increase you would get a letter in the mail explaining why it’s increasing and what it’s going toward,” Breton said. Until last summer, Central Michigan University was the only public university in Michigan to not charge lower level/ upper level tuition, block tuition, program- or course-specific tuition, or mandatory fees, according to the Michigan Association of State Universities 2017-18 report on tuition and fees. HOW WAS THE MONEY SPENT? At the June 2018 meeting when the trustees approved the student services fee, the university released a list of places the revenue might be allocated. The list included: • Academic advising efforts • Career development and placement services • Counseling services • Leadership development for all students • Financial wellness and management initiatives • Mentoring and success coaching • Student engagement programming • Student recreation and wellness • Technology upgrades and support • Campus safety The university charged the fee three times last year – and collected $10.3 million – but still hasn’t released information about where the money was allocated during the 2018-19 academic year. So, where did those dollars go? This summer, Central Michigan Life spoke to Garrison about where the idea for a student services fee came from and how the money was spent last year. There are three main ways the revenue was used according to Garrison: To preserve services that faced budget reductions due

our years, including at least one class (online or in-person) each summer, it adds up to $2,700.

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to decreasing enrollment, to provide base funding to initiatives that were being supported by a temporary or one-time distribution of funds and for adding resources “to improve student success.” About 60-65 percent of the funds, Garrison said, are paying for personnel. Garrison said 30 percent of the fee money went to preserve existing services. That distribution includes roughly $2 million devoted to paying for faculty advising and support. That money helped pay for faculty and staff salaries in academic colleges. Another $1 million went to the Office of Enrollment and Student Services. Typically, when a new office or initiative is created, it is funded on a temporary basis. The university then measures the effectiveness of the office or initiative. The Office of Student Success was funded on a temporary basis for several years, Garrison said. This year, the cabinet allocated about $1 million of the revenue from the fee to provide base funding to OSS and success coaches in residential halls. “The (Office of Student Success) was largely funded out of one-time funds for three or four years,” Garrison said. “Only the director position was base-funded.” The other 59 percent of the fee money paid for additional staff, equipment and expenses for on-campus offices and programs. The largest portion of that allocation – around $2.5 million – went to academic advising. The fee put some money into advising, but Garrison said most of it went toward the discovery phase of a new student information system. The system allows advisers to see which courses students have taken and need to take. “One of the goals here is positively impacting the student experience,” Garrison said, “There’s real cost savings if students can get out in four years.” Another $1.8 million went to researching and adopting new scheduling software, which allows for multi-semester scheduling. * JUMP TO | 16

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Discovery Museum welcomes new leadership By Julia Amting Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

The Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum looks like a child’s paradise. The large indoor space boasts a water table and fun activities for youngsters to do, giving them an opportunity to run around and explore. The museum offers a space for parents and caregivers to engage with their children in play, relaxation, exploration and learning. Lisa Phelps, new executive director of the Discovery Museum, carries passion into her work. When Phelps, a Central Michigan University alumna, first heard about the Discovery Museum as a stay-at-home mom in 2012, she knew she had to be involved. “I felt like there was nothing to do in this town for kids but go to the park, and I’d been to places like this with my kids in other communities,” she said. “It really lit a fire in me that this community needs this.” Phelps has worked with the Discovery Museum since its beginnings. She began helping wherever it was needed by picking up toys and working on the floor. She gradually moved her

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“We’re trying to remove administrative barriers for students,” Garrison said. “Multi-semester scheduling keeps students engaged by letting them see what their year will look like, not just one semester.” Garrison said the cost for software surprised him. “The dollar amounts that you would see toward what the software would cost opened my eyes significantly,” Garrison said. “Some of them were $2-3 million on a one-time basis and ongoing license.”

way up in leadership, serving various areas in the Museum such as operations, payroll, bookkeeping and budgeting. She began her role as executive director two weeks ago. “It’s been incredible to watch this come to fruition,” she said. The positive and fun atmosphere of the Discovery Museum manifests in the staff. Phelps expressed gratitude for her incredible team who make the Discovery Museum a place of connection and joy. “Everyone pitches in and does what needs to be done. I wouldn’t be able to do it without them,” Phelps said. Phelps and her team are focused on filling the calendar with events to provide a space for the community to engage with their children, even when life gets busy. The Annual Day of Play is their biggest event of the year, where they partner with Morey Courts Recreation Center. In 2018, over 1,000 people attended. “You always see kids with a smile on their face,” said Gracie Grim, staff member. The Discovery Museum is always looking for volunteers and interns to assist them in their mission. More information can be found on the museum website.

The other almost 16 percent went to a variety of areas to pay for staffing, programming and supplies. This included: • Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - $442,900 • Campus Safety - $360,500 • Counseling Center - $288,400 • Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity (OCRIE) $257,500 • Graduation and Convocation Ceremonies - $154,500 • Sports Medicine and Athletic Training - $110,000 Two of the expenses not included in the original list released by the university last year, were graduation and convocation ceremonies and athletic training. Prior to the student services fee, the budget for graduation ceremo-

Julia Amting | Staff Reporter Lisa Phelps, executive director of the Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum, poses for a photo Sept. 12. Phelps has been working with the nonprofit since 2012.

nies sat at $104,000. Convocation ceremonies were reintroduced to CMU in 2017 and were funded by “one-time” financial support. By utilizing the student services fee, the entire convocation budget was funded in the 2018-19 academic year. However, the fee only makes up 53 percent of total graduation ceremony costs. With the new budget for graduation, CMU organizes eight ceremonies annually. The ceremony experience will be enhanced with additional security, medical staffing, interpreter services and higher quality print materials, Garrison said. “When the university wants more money, I usually think it’s for sports,” said Connell. “I would assume all parts of the fee have to

fund something all students can benefit from, otherwise why would you charge everyone for it?” Garrison said $110,000 went to athletics to hire two trainers for student athletes. “There were two positions (added) that were student athlete-dedicated trainers, because student athletes are students as well,” Garrison said. None of the revenue went to the Chippewa Champions Center or the College of Medicine. Last fall, Garrison spoke at a student government association meeting to explain the rationale for the fee. He highlighted some of the services that the fee covered, like advising, counseling and campus safety. SGA President Jake Hendricks said students received

the presentation well, especially because they were confused about why the fee was introduced in the first place. Hendricks said he was glad that the fee improved services like advising and counseling. However, he wishes CMU will be more transparent in the future. “It is my hope that if more fees are to be charged to students in the future, students will be able to see where those dollars are allocated to,” Hendricks said. “As of this date, we have not seen the breakdown of how the fund was allocated. “It’s important that if students are charged a fee, that they know where that money is allocated, much like where their tuition dollars are going.”

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CMU coming off its first conference win of the season By Austin Chastain Assistant Sports Editor sports@cm-life.com

Dan Enos’ tenure as the Central Michigan head coach stretched five seasons. From 2010-14, the Chippewas were 2636 under Enos, who left for Arkansas to work for then-coach Bret Bielema. After a run as the quarterbacks coach for Nick Saban at Alabama, Enos has taken his talents to South Beach as the offensive coordinator at Miami for coach Manny Diaz. Enos’ time in Mount Pleasant was met with both criticism and positivity as the Chippewas (2-1) get set to take on their former head man. “I was putting my heart and soul into the program and (the president and administration) were not putting their heart and soul into Dan Enos,” Enos said to reporters. “When you put your heart and soul in something, you want people giving you that same type of backup in return, and I just felt like, after five years, we just weren’t getting that.” He also said that he loved the people he worked with day-to-day — the players especially — but it was time for a change. Fast forward to 2019. The Hurricanes sit at 1-2 overall and 0-1 in the ACC with Enos running the offense after two losses – to Florida in the season opener and at North Carolina in Week 2. Miami returned to the win column last weekend against Bethune-Cookman in its first true home game with a 63-0 drubbing. Redshirt freshman quarterback Jarren Williams was named the starter in the offseason after he beat out Ohio State transfer Tate Martell. So far, the decision has been working well for the ‘Canes. After the three games, Williams is 68of-93 (73.12 percent) for 777 yards and six touchdowns. Most importantly, he has not thrown an interception to this point. “They know how to formation you and get you into certain coverages that makes you hurt,” McElwain said. “We’ve got our work cut out for us because they do an excellent job down there.” DeeJay Dallas has taken the groundand-pound portion of Enos’ offense to a high level, as he’s averaged 103 yards

per game. Miami runs for 174.3 yards per contest, which ranks 60th in the Football Bowl Subdivision. McElwain said that stopping the Miami running game is equally important as stopping the passing attack. This was the same approach as he and CMU had for the Week 2 matchup against Wisconsin. “Whenever you have a chance to compete, whether it’s football, a test or work, it should be exciting,” McElwain said. “The chance to play in a pro stadium for these guys is pretty cool. I’m excited for them and that’s the biggest message.” As for CMU, junior quarterback David Moore dazzled in his first career start at the Division I level, going 20-31 for 316 yards and two touchdowns. He will need to have another strong performance on the road against the Hurricanes. CMU earned its first FBS victory in 659 days with the 45-24 win over Akron in the Mid-American Conference opener for both teams. The Miami pass defense ranks 60th in the FBS 207.3 yards allowed. For comparison’s sake, CMU ranks 115 in the FBS by allowing 293.7 yards per game. In the running game, the Hurricanes are the eighth best team in the country and top of the ACC as they allow just 69.3 yards per game. “I think Miami puts up a good competition,” said running back Kobe Lewis, who had 146 yards and three touchdowns on the ground in his first start. “We’ll see how it goes with the preparation for this week.” Diaz said that there are a lot of similarities between his team and McElwain’s squad. “Central Michigan, is, like us, a new staff,” Diaz said. “It’s kind of the same thing, they’re finding their sea legs in all three phases. Obviously, we know with McElwain, they’re going to have a well-designed offense. “It’s a game where we have to make sure we know what we’re doing on both sides of the ball because they’ll present some issues.” CMU is receiving $1.4 million for playing Miami, and it will be the first meeting between the two schools. The game will begin at 4 p.m. in Hard Rock Stadium on the ACC Network.

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Isaac Ritchey | Senior Reporter Jim McElwain claps his hands to encourage his team during CMU’s 38-21 victory over Albany on Aug. 29 in Kelly/Shorts Stadium.

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How Mike Gawlik uses his process, relationships to build volleyball program By Christian Booher Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Kori Moster remembers it well. A three-time All-American and two-time Big Ten defensive player of the year at Michigan State, Moster is well known throughout the volleyball community. From 2011-2014, she was a fixture at libero for the Spartans. But through all the accolades, there was one moment during Moster’s freshmen year with the Spartans that she remembers vividly. Moster was struggling in a home match against Indiana and needed a psychological lift. While many of her teammates offered her advice on how to fix the mistakes she had been making during the match, it was the advice given to her by an assistant coach that helped her get through the struggles. “Koko, play like a turkey sandwich. All you need is some bread, turkey, and cheese. Simple, but good every time,” Moster recalls Mike Gawlik telling her. “It was his way of telling me to relax and play my game.” This moment happened on October 26, 2011. Almost eight years later, Gawlik’s approach to coaching remains the same as the head coach at Central Michigan. He came to Mount Pleasant in 2016 after eleven seasons as an assistant at Michigan State. He has made it his goal to build a program that can compete every night in the Mid-American Conference. If the players continue to buy in, Gawlik believes he’s well on his way to building a powerhouse. And he’s doing it his way. A CULTURE OF CONSTRUCTIVENESS When reminded of the fact that she has spent the same amount of time at Central Michigan as her coach, Jayla Wesley smiled.

“Kinda crazy, been here a long time,” Wesley said. Wesley, a senior middle blocker from West Bloomfield, has been named to the Academic All-MAC team two years in a row and has made significant contributions on the court. Gawlik is the only head coach she’ll have at the college level, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. “He’s like a dad to all of us,” Wesley said, citing the ability to communicate off the court, as well as his ability to slow things down to keep everyone on the same page as reasons for the close-knit relationship of this year’s squad. “He’s very constructive,” the senior added. Wesley noted that, above all, Gawlik wants to see growth. The team’s message is to “keep working hard and grow from there.” It just so happens that Gawlik has made growth the basis of this program. ‘WE’RE LOOKING TO WIN MATCHES WHILE GROWING’ Gawlik is in his fourth season at Central Michigan. While coaching at Michigan State, he was named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association “30 under 30” list in 2010. He also played collegiately at Pacific from 2002-2005. He left the program as the career record holder for games played (382) and digs (849). Gawlik has made winning a priority in his program. However, winning is best for him when paired with growth. “We’re looking to win matches while growing,” Gawlik said. “It’s easier to watch a match after a win and say yeah we won, but we could get better here.” He added that it can be tough to analyze a loss due to the difficulty of having to revisit the defeat on film. “If you lose, you gotta make sure you grow.” Gawlik won’t guarantee a MAC championship. He has immense

belief in his team but doesn’t want to look far past the next match. When asked about expectations, Gawlik stressed taking a smaller view than simply a MAC title. He wants his team to develop, learn from mistakes and build as the season goes on. “Hopefully today is the worst we play all year,” he frequently says to the Chippewas. Gawlik wants his squad to play their best when the conference tournament rolls around. The goal is to “peak in November.” His vision is a team that plays competitively and consistently. Whether or not that results in winning is a completely different story. Gawlik knows his team is physically capable of competing with the opponents in the MAC. However, he knows that they won’t be able to keep up in the score column if they don’t prepare. “On any given night our goal is to be prepared,” he said. “It’s gonna come down to consistency, we can play with anybody.” Winning is a result that is the defining factor when judging a coach’s ability to develop a program. However, wins and losses aren’t the only things that former college athletes remember when their careers are over. Just ask Moster. ‘ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN MY LIFE TO DATE’ Moster doesn’t just remember matches. She also remembers games. As an assistant, Gawlik would play games with the team at the start of practice or during pregame warmups. There’s one game that Moster remembers well. The game is known as pepper, and it involves the players standing a fixed distance apart while they pass the ball back and forth, the intensity increasing as the game wears on. “Both of us were still hitters at

Savannah Glasscock | Staff Photographer Head coach Mike Gawlik talks to the volleyball team from the sidelines against Ohio on Saturday, Sept. 22 in McGuirk Arena. heart so we would let it rip, and both being solid defenders, we’d be able to pepper forever,” she said. “I don’t think there’s anyone in the world I‘d rather pepper with than Mike.” She also stated that coach Gawlik’s creativity and competitiveness helped to fire up the team and prepare them for an upcoming practice or game. With all that said, Moster shifted her tone. “Mike is one of the most influential people in my life to date,” she said. The former All-American added that Gawlik helped her become multi-dimensional, as both a defender and a passer. She remembered him emphasizing believing in herself and her ability to read the game. “Whatever you got to do to get the ball up,” he would often tell her. Despite having immense talent, Moster believes her assistant coach played a huge role in her ability to obtain all these accolades. “I wouldn’t have had the experience or success in college without Mike as my coach – I fully believe that,” she said.

BUILDING THE FUTURE THROUGH THE PRESENT Only one team will win the MAC volleyball championship this season. Gawlik is aware that his team may not be crowned. However, based on his mindset, one can tell that he won’t evaluate the overall success of his team’s season based on hardware. When asked if he believed if his team could win the MAC title, Gawlik stated that he was more focused on the present. He has goals to be prepared and compete every single night. Obviously, the goal is a conference championship, but Gawlik is content with taking the season match by match and improving day to day. Gawlik has been around the game for a long time, and he certainly has a long future ahead of him. With consistency, preparation and competitiveness, three separate ingredients emerge that could build a championship contender. When you combine them they’re simple, but good every time. Just like a turkey sandwich.

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FOOTBALL ADDS HOME-AND-HOME AGAINST FIU, WILL PLAY ROBERT MORRIS IN 2021 Central Michigan football has added three games to its future schedule between two programs. The Chippewas announced a homeand-home series with FIU, along with a game against FCS Robert Morris. The series begins in Mount Pleasant on Sept. 25, 2021, and it will be the first meeting between the programs. CMU will travel to Miami to cap off the home-and-home against FIU Sept. 7, 2024. “As we prepare to head to South Florida this weekend for a game at Miami, it is clear what great fans we have in that area and this gives us another opportunity to play in front of those alums and supporters,” said Athletic

Director Michael Alford in a press release. “It also brings another quality opponent to Kelly/Shorts stadium as we continue to build attractive home slates for our fans.” FIU will receive a $350,000 guarantee from CMU for the game in Mount Pleasant, while the Chippewas will receive just $100,000 for playing in Miami, according to Kevin Kelley of FBSchedules. Due to scheduling of the game against FIU, the game at LSU has moved to Sept. 18, 2021. CMU has also added a game against Robert Morris, an FCS opponent, for Sept. 11, 2021. - Evan Petzold Sports Editor

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After losing cornerbacks Sean Bunting and Xavier Crawford to the NFL, the Central Michigan football team needed a boost to the secondary. It seemed as if Brian Edwards would solve those problems as a defensive back transfer from Florida. But the Chippewas are going to have to wait a year to get him on the field. Edwards’ final appeal for immediate eligibility was denied by the NCAA, Jim McElwain said. He will sit out the entire 2019 season before playing in 2020. He has two years of eligibility remaining. “He will redshirt,” McElwain said on his way out of media availability. Undergraduate transfers at the Division I level are required to sit out for one season, unless the NCAA approves a waiver granting immediate eligibility. For the NCAA to approve a waiver, the certain athlete needs to show documented situations out of their control that affects their health, safety or well-being. McElwain never said what Edwards’ waiver case entailed, and Edwards has not been made available to reporters since his arrival. Edwards’ initial waiver was denied in early September, and he started the appeals process immediately after hearing the NCAA’s decision. Coming out of Miramar High School in Hollywood, Florida, Edwards was a three-star prospect. He was ranked No. 575 in the nation, No. 58 at cornerback and No. 77 in the state. Edwards picked Florida over Colorado, Louisville and Miami (Fla.), among others. McElwain was the Gators’ coach at the time of his

Evan Petzold | Photographer Central Michigan defensive back Brian Edwards during fall camp Aug. 5 at the Bennett Track Field.

recruitment and first year at the collegiate level. In his two seasons playing for Florida, of which one was in 2017 for McElwain, Edwards played in 18 games. He spent time at the safety position and on special teams. The 6-foot-2, 192-pound defensive back was expected to be in a backup position at safety for the Gators in 2019 if he would’ve stayed. Even though he was used as a safety beforehand, CMU would’ve likely put him at cornerback this season. That opportunity is now out of the picture. Edwards was arrested for first-degree misdemeanor battery of his girlfriend in May and spent time at the Alachua County Jail, but the charges were later dropped in June due to insufficient evidence for the state attorney’s office to pursue the case. “First and foremost, I obviously recruited Brian. He’s a wonderful kid,” McElwain said. “I love his mom. One thing I always tell every one of the kids I recruit is, ‘I’m here for you, and I’ll do everything I can to help you.’”

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Fans give thoughts on new football coach During the offseason, CMU Athletic Director Michael Alford said that he wanted By Austin Chastain to see improvement from last year, joking that Assistant Sports Editor McElwain would at least double the win total sports@cm-life.com from a season ago. That was accomplished in Week 3 against the Zips. Since Jim McElwain arrived in Mount Improvement is all that Pemberville, Ohio Pleasant to take over the helm at Central senior Harold Dippman wants to see from Michigan, he has been all about giving the CMU this season. fans a winning product on the field. “We hit a low point last year and the only He has also said that he wants people to pack direction we can go is up, and I think coach Mac Kelly/Shorts Stadium, especially the students. is a good place to start with that,” Dippman said. The first-year coach said that playing in the “It’s a rebuilding year, I’d like to see six (wins) stadium in front of friends, classmates and fans and be bowl eligible. That’d be nice but that’s a is one of the most important aspects of college lot to overcome from last year with the low point football. So important that the Chippewas do we had last year.” not practice on the game field because playing Tyler Knoblock, a sophomore from Port there is a privilege, according to McElwain. Austin, was to the point on his Another point of emphasis has feelings about last years’ squad. been playing in front of the home “They weren’t real good last fans. year but not bad this year,” he “One of our goals has been said. to make this place somewhere Knoblock was also candid people don’t want to come and with his opinion on McElwain, play,” McElwain said. “We’re expectations for the team and responsible for the kind of how they can get there. football we play and the fans will “Better than (Bonamego), that’s get behind us.” all I’m going to say,” Knoblock When the Chippewas secured a said. “I think seven wins, and we season-opening win over Albany, there was a spark of excitement JIM McELWAIN get there by beating bad teams like Akron.” from the fanbase. The loss on the Talk from players during the offseason and road to Big Ten foe Wisconsin the following in training camp was focused on the change in week was forgettable but did not kill the energy. McElwain and his new staff brought intrigue of the team, or its new coach. a sense of urgency to the program, and it In CMU’s Mid-American Conference opener has been extrapolated into the game day last Saturday, the fans wanted to get a first-hand experience. peek of the new-look team and were treated to a Shelby Township junior Alex Dixon said 45-24 win over Akron in Kelly/Shorts Stadium. that he feels excited about the Chippewas this The overall consensus has been positive season, but he also added that last season’s for the former Colorado State and Florida result is a lot to overcome in just one year. head man, who now sit at 2-1 overall with the “(I’m) feeling confident, bad season last Chippewas. season but confident we’ll get more wins,” “Absolutely way better than (former coach Dixon said. “I’m excited: New coach, new John Bonamego),” said Midland freshman quarterbacks, new offense. Tough week Mark Fishman. “We can make a decent run, against Wisconsin but at the same time, we if we can pull six or seven games and go to a bowl game, our team could definitely win that had a good showing against Akron. “To be honest, I don’t think it’ll make a bowl game. With the schedule and the talent bowl game, but I’m looking for five wins.” on this team, that’s realistic.”

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ast week we published a story about how the plan for the $32.5 million-dollar addition to Kelly/Shorts Stadium – the Chippewa Champions Alumni Center – was significantly scaled back after it was approved by the board of trustees in 2018. That story may have been the first time you read about the changes to this high-profile, expensive athletics project. Odd, right? We thought the same thing. In an Aug. 12 press release that touted “exciting changes” coming to the game day experience one redesigned rendering of the building was featured. The center looked significantly different, and smaller, than what we were told to expect in Fall 2020. Amazingly, there was no explanation whatsoever about why the new image – of the Chippewa Champions Center (notice the word Alumni was removed from the name of the center) – is missing its third floor. Let’s compare the announcement of two recent high-profile academic building projects and the roll-out of the Chippewa Champions Center. The Center for Integrated Health Studies was announced in 2014. At the earliest stage of planning, we knew the project would cost $26 million, with $6.5 million coming from the university. The building served a specific, stated purpose, too. It included

classrooms, a 150-seat auditorium, laboratories dedicated to programs like the physician assistant program and the physical therapy program. When the Biosciences Building was announced in 2013 we were told it would cost $95 million dollars, including a $30 million allocation from the state. That meant the rest was coming from the university. It opened, under budget, for classes in 2017. The project also seemed aligned with Central Michigan University’s investment in STEM-related academic programs. It was a part of an initiative that would attract students who were interested in scientific research. The Chippewa Champions Center was announced in a Feb. 6, 2018 press release that purposely omitted the cost of the project. Despite the extravagant firework-firing rendering that showcased incredible architecture and design, there was no explanation of how the building would be funded. Immediately, we, and everyone else, wondered how much the project would cost and asked how CMU was paying for it. Then-assistant athletic director in charge of communication Jim Knight eventually told us the project was approved for $27 million. The next day, Knight retracted his statement. We were told there was no projected cost for the project – though the design renderings clearly showed a planned multi-million-dollar facility. Former head football coach John Bonamego wasn’t shy about discussing the Champions Center. On National Signing Day, we asked Bonamego about the project during a press conference. “$30 million. Right in (that range),” Bono said without hesitation. Then, he went on to tell us that the funding would be “all donated and raised, primarily.” Bono called it a state-of-the-art facility that would benefit every student on campus. A focal point of the university, for example. In the coming months, the CMU community eventually learned the price was $32.5 million. Can you see the difference here? On one side of East Broomfield Road, CMU announces building projects that make the purpose,

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price and fundraising process abundantly clear. On the other side of East Broomfield Road, there seems to be a separate set of rules. We have never opined on the Chippewa Champions Center before today. We are often accused of being negative toward Athletics. The fact is, we are skeptical because we never feel like we get the whole story when it comes to Athletics. We were told the project would be mostly paid for by donors. That is not the case. We were also told the project wouldn’t just be an Athletics building. “It’s not just an Athletics project,” then-President George Ross said. “This will be in use 12 months of the year and be a hub for campus events.” After having to significantly scale back the project and remove an entire floor, this building no longer includes space for alumni and advancement staff. It’s likely that the only people that will be using this facility are those associated with the football team. It’s disheartening that this was not communicated to students, faculty and staff. Athletic Director Michael Alford said he has been honest with each donor who contributed to the project. They have been aware of the changes all along. Good for him. What’s disappointing is that Alford didn’t feel like he had to be honest with students, faculty and staff. A request made through the Michigan Freedom of Information Act showed that as far back as March university officials were advising Alford to scale back the three-story version of the center. In an email to Alford and others, Davies was clear that he wouldn’t seek more funding. When it comes to spending money on campus, we demand transparency. Students are expected to pay for an Athletics building that serves no academic function – it’s a locker room, meeting space and Athletics offices. According to the 2019-20 university budget, Athletics earns almost $8 million to fund the department. It receives an addition $22 million subsidy that is used to pay for travel, scholarships and coach salaries. We support student-athletes. In fact, many of the dollars we will be repaying as part of our student loans have already gone to support Athletics. It’s disappointing that Athletics treats us as if we are only good for two things — money and filling the stands for television. All we are asking for is honesty. We demand it.

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viewership rose from 5.4 million in 2017 to 7.1 million in 2018. I got lucky that my podcast pertains to one of my biggest personality traits, my love of music. However, this doesn’t make recording an episode any easier. Even if I’m familiar with the episode’s topic, it doesn’t stop me from doing a deep dive into a band, performer or genre to make sure everything I say is factual. This dedication to making the platform educational appears on all other podcasts sponsored by CM Life. A great deal of thought and research goes into each episode. Not to mention the tedious work by multimedia editors after recording.

Despite the amount of work and planning that goes into a podcast the hosts, editors and guests have little to show for it. Averaging in about zero to two plays on SoundCloud, CM Life podcasts are in drastic need of an audience. Engaging with student media has benefits of its own. With a larger audience the shows will become more interactive. Students will be able to give input on how the podcasts are structured, the topics that are discussed and possibly guest star on their favorite show. “Now for anyone who’s curious… well, for all five of our listeners...” Those are words I hear at least once a week from my faithful cohost as he speaks anxiously into the drooping microphone. Someday soon I hope to hear those words for the last time. One day I hope to speak into the microphone with full confidence, knowing that on the other side is an audience of curious people.

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Not everyone finishes their degree in four years and that’s okay Ever since I was 8 years old I’ve known what I wanted to be when I grew up. I knew what I wanted to go to school for, and I made sure that my plans lined up accordingly. For me, it’s always been photography. Photos have a special place in my heart because no matter what happens in life, those photos have frozen a moment in time forever. By the time I was a senior in high school, my yearbook adviser set my sights on Central Michigan University and encouraged me to pursue photojournalism. I signed my major in October of my freshman year. That was in 2015. I haven’t changed it once. But I haven’t graduated yet. And that’s okay. As it stands now, to graduate from CMU you must have 120 credit hours. Let’s break that

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Listen to Central Michigan Life podcasts It’s common for me to stay up late the night before a recording day. I’ll rehearse an opening statement or fill a document with notes, anything I can do to make the episode flow as smoothly and intelligently as possible. But after every last word and final thank you to the editor, I wonder if my voice will ever reach anyone. Central Michigan Life has been producing student podcasts since 2014, four years before I arrived at Central Michigan University and I was invited to co-host my own. For the time CM Life podcasts have been around, their audience size does not do them justice. Students should take time out of their day to check out a student podcast. At the end of each episode, the listener is guaranteed to be entertained, informed and more connected to their university. The future is bright for podcasting. The long-form, episodic format allows listeners to tune in whenever they want. NPR reported that their podcast network

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down over a four-year period. One hundred twenty divided by four is 30. Thirty credit hours each school year is what you are required to complete to graduate “on time,” pending no obstacles jump in your way on the journey. I’ve just about had it with people judging me for not finishing college in four years. I’ve had it with anyone receiving backlash for not finishing in four years. Things happen. Majors change. Mental health takes a toll. There are many factors than can play into not having a “four-year

degree” completed within four years. Failing just one class could push you back an entire semester. For me personally, I had to drop out during spring 2018 to undergo brain surgery. Feb. 28, 2018 is a day that I will never forget. Nor will I forget my 24-day hospital stay, during which I had to learn how to walk again. I didn’t return to CMU until August 2018 to try to tackle the next academic year. During my first year back, I learned that I could no longer handle the course load required to be a full-time student. And that’s okay. College is hard and you are allowed to admit that. More importantly you’re allowed to have hard times. It’s time for the judgement to stop. Other students might not have something as severe as brain

surgery that has pushed back their graduation date, but they don’t need a “severe” or “tragic” reason as to why they haven’t got their degree yet. We don’t owe you an explanation. We are here sitting in class, taking exams, working on projects and crying in the library right alongside the rest of you. If we change our major, that’s okay. If we take time off, that’s okay. If we don’t take as many credits as the kid next to us, that’s okay. I will graduate from CMU and receive my degree after five-anda-half years, and I couldn’t be more proud to be telling you that. It’s time you all start to view it the same way. A degree is a degree. We don’t deserve judgement just because our timeline doesn’t match up with someone else’s.

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Two 2-bedroom units available on attractively landscaped property: 4200-4206 E. Wing Rd. Mount Pleasant, MI. Appliances (washer, dryer, range, refrigerator, and dishwasher) are included. One unit has attached Garage. Utilities and horseboarding not included. Interested? E-mail extra.ideas@ hotmail.com or call Mrs. Ann (313)623-1468 _______________________________

AUTOS FOR SALE GOOD AUTO FOR STUDENT 2012 Ford Escape, V6 dark metallic gray, low milage (47,000). Great condition, good gas milage. $10,750 (989)954-1223 _______________________________

LUXURY CAR 2012 LINCOLN MKS, 3.5 litre ecoboost, v6 24 valve, tuxedo black metallic, unique trim package with red “S” (only 300 made), 64,800 miles, $16,000 (989)954-1223 _______________________________

HELP WANTED Dr. Alice Tait, Mount Pleasant, seeks a part-time Caregiver for a mature male senior citizen. Responsibilities include assisting with showering and activities of daily living, light housecleaning, and various small tasks. Schedule: 2-3 hours in the morning and evening daily. $10/hr. 5 minutes from CMU campus. Apply by phone: (313)999-0844 _______________________________

Hall Living Estate Auction 500 West White Street, Bay City, MI. Saturday, September 28, 2019, 10:00 A.M. 1945 Ford; Tractor; Kawasaki UTV; 4 Wheeler; 31 firearms; Gun safe; Petroliana. Details at SykoraAuctions.com 989-386-9694. _______________________________ AUCTION Saturday, September 28, 10:00 am 107 Willowby Lane, Pinckney, MI 48169 Georgia Boy Motorhome, Trailers, 1989 Goldwing, Tractor, 0-Turn Mower, Woodworking & Mechanics Tools. NarhiAuctions. com 810.266.6474 _______________________________

AUCTION Wednesday 10:00 am October 2 1824 Liberty Lane Ortonville, MI 48462 OVER 15 TRACTORS, Car, Truck, ATVs, Lawn Tractors. Bid Live or Online at NarhiAuctions.com 810.266.6474 _______________________________

AUTOS WANTED CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Competitive Offer! Nationwide FREE Pick Up! Call Now For a Free Quote! 888-366-5659 _______________________________

BUILDINGS

An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $275. Call anytime 989-923-1278. _______________________________

BUILT BEST BARNS September SPECIALS Building Size Regular Price Sale Price 20x20x8 $7,500 $6,850 24x24x8 $8650 $8000 24x32x10 $11,200 $10,200 24x40x10 $12,860 $11,800 30x30x10 $15,500 $14,300 30x40x12 $16,800 $15,500 32x48x10 $19,100 $17,700 32x48x12 $20,800 $19,3001- 877-802-9591 (Office) 989-205-2534 (Cell) _______________________________

AMISH BUILT mini cabins or storage sheds delivered to your site anywhere in Michigan! Starting at $2,500.00. mynextbarn.com 989832-1866 _______________________________

METAL ROOFING-HALF OFF ON SPECIAL COLORS! Licensed and insured builders. Quality work for 40 years! 517-575-3695. _______________________________

AMISH BUILT

Amish Log Beds, Dressers, Rustic Table and Chairs, Mattresses for Cabin or Home. Lowest price in Michigan! dandanthemattressman. com 989-923-1278 _______________________________

PIONEER POLE BUILDINGS Free Estimates Licensed and Insured. 2x6 Trusses. 45 Year Warranty Galvalume Steel-19 Colors. Since 1976 #1 in Michigan Call Today 1-800-292-0679 _______________________________

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DISH Network $69.99 For 190 Channels. Add High Speed Internet for ONLY $14.95/month. Best Technology. Best Value. Smart HD DVR Included. FREE Installation. Some restrictions apply. Call 1-866950-6757 _______________________________

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HOME SERVICES

DIRECTV NOW. No Satellite Needed. $40/month. 65 Channels. Stream Breaking News, Live Events, Sports & On Demand Titles. No Annual Contract. No Commitment. CALL 1-833-716-0515 _______________________________

MOTORCYCLES WANTED *BEFORE 1985*. All Makes & Models. Running or Not. Any Condition. $Cash Paid $ Free appraisals. CALL: 1-(315)-569-8094 Or Email: Cyclerestoration@aol.com _______________________________

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CASH PAID for your unwanted Inogen or Respironics portable oxygen concentrators. Call now to get a top-dollar offer! Agents available 7 days a week 517-940-8877 _______________________________

HEALTH

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MISCELLANEOUS

Get NFL Sunday Ticket FREE w/ DIRECTV Choice All-Included Package. $59.99/month for 12 months. 185 Channels PLUS Thousands of Shows/Movies On Demand. FREE Genie HD DVR Upgrade. Call 1-888-351-0154 or satellitedealnow.com/CPMI _______________________________

DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-413-9672 _______________________________

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Stay in your home longer with an American Standard Walk-In Bathtub. Receive up to $1,500 off, including a free toilet, and a lifetime warranty on the tub and installation! Call us at 1-855-271-8452 _______________________________

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Earthlink High Speed Internet. As Low As $14.95/month (for the first 3 months.) Reliable High Speed Fiber Optic Technology. Stream Videos, Music and More! Call Earthlink Today 1-844-275-3510 _______________________________

ITEMS WANTED

Reach Across Michigan with a MegaMarket Statewide Classified Ad! Over 1.2 million weekly circulation just $249 per week! Buy 3 - Get 1 Free! Call 800.783.0267 _______________________________ Darkess cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate. Only love can do that. – Martin Luther King, Jr. ____________________________

SUDOKU To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 - 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column or box. The more numbers you can figure out the easier it gets to solve!

Across

1. Unclassified items, briefly 5. Closings in scores 10. Execs’ degs. 14. Molecule part 15. Mystical board 16. “Casablanca” love 17. Robin Hood’s love 19. Hawaiian coffee 20. Magnetize 21. Ghostly visitor to Ebenezer 22. Grand 26. Official language of Cambodia 30. W.C.’s 34. Egg, to Eduardo 35. “99 Red Balloons” singer 36. Ancient Egy. mother goddess 37. Fervent 39. Bligh’s craft 42. Kyoto carp 43. Seaweed extract 47. Shakespearean sprite 48. Costumed 51. Charlotte ___ (rich dessert) 52. “Spanglish” actress 54. Transplant, as a plant 57. Was the boss 62. Phone lead-in

63. Pitch finder 66. Modern sci. course 67. Blanched 68. Opposed to, in backwoods lingo 69. Scottish island 70. Full of idle talk 71. Full of promise

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1. One of three literary bears 2. “You don’t get ____ all!” 3. “___ seems” 4. Letters for Spock 5. Sports trainer 6. Wilder classic 7. 502, to Flavius 8. 1977 Steely Dan hit album 9. Francisco may follow it 10. Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, with “The” 11. Congressional Black Caucus, e.g. 12. “This should come ____ surprise...” 13. Swedish make 18. Prison employee 21. Senator type (abbr.) 23. Mideast federation (abbr.) 24. Taxpayer’s ID

25. Moby Dick mariner 26. Army uniform material 27. Great Lake 28. Military doctor 29. Adam’s mate 31. Old Dodges 32. Remote control buttons 33. Hair arrangement 38. Lake ____, Blue Nile source 40. Propelling a scull 41. Montevideo’s land (abbr.) 44. Buck Rogers actor ___ Gerard 45. Supped 46. Dorm buds 49. Peter of “My Favorite Year” 50. Obtain 53. Nursery V.I.P. 54. Scrips 55. Flemish painter Jan van ___ 56. Tricky maneuver 58. Way, way off 59. Kind of dancer 60. Discord deity 61. Jeans label from Donna 63. Day, in Düsseldorf 64. Chant at the Olympics 65. Brit. med. syst. SOURCE: www.printable-puzzles.com

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Doors: VIP Admission | 6PM General Admission | 7PM Entertainment: SURVIVOR | 7:45PM BLUE OYSTER CULT | 9:30PM Tickets start at $50

JOHNNY GILL & RALPH TRESVANT

Entertainment Hall | 8PM Tickets start at $35

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OFF COLOR COMEDY TOUR

NOV

featuring Shawn Wayans, Tommy Davidson & David Alan Grier

HUNKS THE SHOW Entertainment Hall | 8PM Tickets start at $20

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Performances held at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Entertainment subject to cancellation. Management reserves all rights.

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Entertainment Hall | 8PM Tickets start at $49

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FANTASTICON Entertainment Hall Saturday | 12PM - 7PM Sunday | 11AM - 6PM Tickets start at $5

Entertainment Hall | 8PM Tickets start at $35

OCT

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THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE Entertainment Hall 4PM & 8PM Tickets start at $25