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9 The SAC pool reopened with new locker rooms and gender-neutral bathrooms installed 10 Indie rock artist Mike Mains returns to his old stomping grounds Feb. 7 12 Students are impressed now that they’ve hung out in new Biosciences Building on campus

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3 Police are still searching for a hit-andrun suspect that injured a student on Preston Street

8 Greek Life raised money for cancer

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4 Iranian student arrives one week before signing of immigration executive order

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12 The annual Jazz Weekend featured students, faculty and international percussionist, Carl Allen

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w SEE PAGE | 17 COLUMN: Keene should be in the National Player of the Year conversation

w SEE PAGE | 6 NO PLACE FOR POLITICS: Trump’s SCOTUS pick, GORSUCH, follows constitution, not party agendas

18 Junior Colin Heffernan made own legacy in the sport of wrestling 19 By the numbers: Women’s basketball during MAC competition

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STUDENT HIT BY VEHICLE, POLICE SEARCHING FOR SUSPECT Central Michigan University Police are searching for a hit-andrun suspect that injured a student Jan 31. Lt. Cameron Wassman of the CMUPD, said a 19-year-old student was struck around 6:30 p.m at a crosswalk between Foust Hall and the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Health Professions Building. The driver did not stop after hitting the student.

The victim was taken to McLaren Central Michigan Hospital and was treated for minor injuries. She has since been released, according to CMUPD. Witnesses described the vehicle to CMUPD as a white four-door with a dent and rust on the rear fender near the driver’s side. witnesses identified the driver as a male and said the vehicle’s license plate included the letters DNG.

Many video cameras have been installed at crosswalks around campus, but the video camera showing this crosswalk on Preston had not yet been installed, Wassman said. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call CMUPD at (989) 7743081. - Ben Agosta, Staff Reporter

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POLICE WARN BIKE OWNERS OF POTENTIAL THEFTS Bicycles are a hot commodity for thieves on campus and the Central Michigan University Police Department is warning bike owners to take precautions. Roughly 50 to 60 bicycles are stolen on campus every year, said Lt. Cameron Wassman. Most stolen bikes were neither locked nor registered with CMUPD. Wassman suggested students should purchase a U-shaped lock, known as a U-Lock, to prevent thieves from stealing their bicycles. “Lots of times you’ll

get people that lock them, and they use some cheap cable that you can damn near cut with a pair of scissors — literally,” Wassman said. U-Locks are heavy-duty locks made entirely out of metal that range from $2 to $75. They can be purchased at any retail store or bicycle shop. Wassman also suggested students should register their bicycles with CMUPD. “We’ll go through and find bikes that have been tossed here and tossed there, and sure enough, a lot of them we recover end up being these stolen

bicycles,” he said. “If we’re able to match (the bike) with the registration, we can get it back to the person it belongs to.” Registration is free of cost. Owners must know their bike’s brand name, serial number, color and type. Students can register their bicycles at cmich. edu/fas/police, or in person by going to the CMUPD police station located behind the Engineering and Technology Building. - Ben Agosta, Staff Reporter

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Iranian student arrives a week before Trump executive order By Evan Sasiela News Editor news@cm-life.com

A family member’s caution and good timing helped prevent a Central Michigan University doctoral student from staying behind in his native country of Iran. Eshagh Farzaneh came to America to begin his doctorate degree at CMU on Jan. 20 — the same day President Donald Trump was inaugurated. One week later, the Iranian learned that President Trump signed an executive order barring travelers from Iran and six other countries from entering the U.S. for 90 days. On Friday, a federal judge in Seattle suspended President Trump’s executive order. Lawyers for the federal government

“Most of the people might not be Muslim. Here, I really feel people like each other. They don’t make a difference between their religion.” ESHAGH FARZANEH DOCTORATE STUDENT Mikayla Carter

are asking the U.S. Court of Appeals of the Ninth Circuit to stay the judge’s temporary restraining order. Regardless, Farzaneh said it is his duty to speak out on the ban. “If I was in my friends’ situation, I (would) want my friends (to do interviews) and help me,” Farzaneh said. “I think each person should do their duty and dedicate their time. It

might affect the decision.” Farzaneh is pursuing a Ph.D in mechanical engineering at CMU. He was able to study in the U.S. on a multiple entry visa, which allowed him to go back-and-forth between the U.S. and Iran freely for two years. The executive order has put that on hold. “Because I had (the multiple visa), saying goodbye (to my family) wasn’t too hard,”

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Farzaneh said. “After the president’s decision, they feel stressful because I’m not allowed to go back to my country. If I go back to my country, I wouldn’t be able to come back to the U.S. to finish my degree.” President Trump’s executive order has made an impact on people Farzaneh knows. He said his friend in Iran cannot visit his wife, who is studying at the University of Michigan. Another friend who lived in the U.S. for six years traveled to Italy before the executive order was signed, he said, and now he cannot return to the U.S. While Farzaneh said he feels hurt by the decision, he maintains contact with his family through Skype. They told him they believe President Trump’s decision would be repealed. Farzaneh’s family also told him he could come back to Iran if he felt homesick — although that would rule out a chance to return to the U.S. Farzaneh comes from a farming family. Because of that, he originally planned on enrolling at CMU in the summer. His brother, Esmaeil, warned him of President Trump and said he may not have another opportunity to travel.

“I am here because of my brother,” Farzaneh said. “I was lucky.” Farzaneh said the people in Mount Pleasant have welcomed him. One woman gave Farzaneh a ride to CMU after he was lost navigating through bad weather. He said she did not ask what country he was from. On Jan. 31, Farzaneh participated in the “Stand Up Against the Muslim Ban” protest on campus, which was organized by the Muslim Students Association. Farzaneh, a Muslim, is friends with MSA President Hesham Tanbour. Farzaneh said the protest proved U.S. citizens would accept people from the seven countries. “Most of the people might not be Muslim. Here, I really feel people like each other,” he said. “They don’t make a difference between their religion.” Farzaneh believes President Trump will change his decision due to forces outside the country and protests within it. With the executive order and increasing sanctions between the U.S. and Iran, Farzaneh said he feels worried for his family and friends who are not able to study in the U.S. “Most of the students who

are really top-level have this dream to study in the United States,” Farzaneh said. “They really work hard for eight years to reach this dream. By this decision, the dream will be finished.” Farzaneh said if he was in those students’ shoes, he would not feel sad because he knows the decision is out of his hands. He advises those students to travel to another country to continue schooling. Although he plans to be at CMU for five years, Farzaneh said a friend informed him that the University of Alberta in Canada is accepting students from the seven countries impacted by the executive order. He said he could possibly leave and family and life are more important than goals. However, Farzaneh firmly believes President Trump’s decision will be overturned and said he plans on remaining at CMU and in the U.S. Farzaneh said it is a conflict between the U.S. and Iranian governments, not their people. “I think the people here don’t follow the government decision,” he said. “They think most of the people have the chance to come and live wherever they want.”

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Madeline Tunison | Staff Photographer Professor Wafa Hozien speaks against the executive order regarding foreigner visitors entering the U.S. on Feb. 3 in Charles V. Park Library.

Immigration executive order discussed at open forum By Greg Horner News Editor news@cm-life.com

Wafa Hozien thinks President Donald Trump has pitted Americans against each other. The assistant professor of Educational Leadership was one of several faculty members who spoke about Trump’s immigration executive order at a forum in front of nearly 30 people on Friday in the Charles V. Park Library Auditorium. “I was always taught that the United States of America does not discriminate against people based on religion or national origin,” said Hozien, who is a Muslim American. The forum was organized by Sapphire Cureg, director of the Office of Diversity Education, to inform students and faculty about potential impacts from the executive order. Trump signed an executive order on Jan. 27 blocking refugees and citizens from Iraq, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen from entering the U.S. for 90 days. It also suspended refugees from entering the U.S. for 120 days. The panel of speakers included Carolyn Dunn, associate vice president of institutional diversity, David Brittain, assistant director of the Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity, and Tracy Nakajima, director of International Student and Scholar Services. Brittain clarified misinformation in regard to the executive order and offered recommendations from legal analysts. Brittain said the views expressed at the forum were not necessarily the views of the university. Brittain said the order does the following: • Applies new immigration standards to student and worker visas • Bans entry of refugees to the U.S. from Syria indefinitely • Reduces the total number of refugees that can enter the U.S.

• Establishes requirements for “extreme vetting” of refugees • Suspends visa interviews for applicants • Gives religious minorities priority refugee status Nakajiwa said approximately 12 students could be impacted by the order. She recommends that all international students, regardless of origin, take caution. Nicholas Banahene, a graduate student from Ghana, feels the atmosphere in the country is “chaotic.” He’s concerned for himself and fellow international students who wish to visit their homes overseas. “It’s painful being in a different country where you aren’t appreciated and everyone seems to be against you,” Banahene said. Freshman Brice Tucker said he’s concerned about the precedent Trump is setting for the country. “It’s a slippery slope,” said Tucker, a Flint native. “There’s been 20 executive orders in the past two weeks. That’s not democracy to me.” Hozien encouraged the audience to speak out against discrimination, think critically and open their homes to international students who can’t travel. Hozien said CMU has resources available to Muslim students. She also gave advice to students with little experience with Islam or Middle Eastern Americans. “Don’t be afraid to walk up to a Muslim and say hello,” she said. “I really believe that a smile is contagious. If you smile at a person, they’re going to smile back, whether they’re a Muslim or not.” Hoizen added that University President George Ross’ statement was an important first step, but more needs to be done on campus. “Nobody wants to be a refugee, nobody wants to be away from home,” she said. “Every minute there are 24 people displaced. Don’t think the Syrian people want to come to the United States of America — they don’t. They want to be home.” Staff Reporter Greta Ginter contributed to this story.

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EDITORIAL Olivier Douliery | Abaca Press/TNS President Donald Trump announces Supreme Court nominee Judge Neil M. Gorsuch in the East Room of the of White House in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017

Gorsuch nomination is encouraging for those who feared the worst, victory for bipartisanship

ast week, President Donald Trump answered one of the most anticipated questions he faced coming into his presidency: Who will he appoint to the U.S. Supreme Court? We believe Trump’s answer, 10th Circuit Appellate Court Judge Neil Gorsuch of Colorado, is a victory for bipartisanship on our nation’s highest court. His nomination is the best decision Trump has made this far in his presidency. If approved by the Senate, the conservative Gorsuch, 49, will not disrupt the balance of the court. His role as the ninth S.C. justice will function similarly to his predecessor, the late Justice

Antonin Scalia. It’s an encouraging nomination for people fearing the worst. Gorsuch is a considerably moderate nomination, coming from a man who banned immigrants from seven countries, proposed building a wall on our southern border and surrounded himself with a cabinet of ultra-conservatives like Steve Bannon in his first two weeks as President. We think Gorsuch’s devotion to following the constitution is also encouraging for Americans. As Trump’s administration continues to discredit the media, sign unprecedented executive orders and disregard truth with

“alternative facts,” Gorsuch and his colleagues most doggedly protect the constitution from being misinterpreted, disobeyed or even destroyed. In addition, Gorsuch has shown effort to keep politics and partisanship out of the courts. It’s a task becoming exceedingly difficult to achieve, but ever more vital. There is no place for party agendas in America’s most esteemed protector of its laws and interpreter of its constitution — the Supreme Court. He is not the liberal that some hoped would fill Scalia’s seat, but he’s not the radical ultra-conservative many feared. Those who supported former

President Barrack Obama’s nominee Judge Merrick Garland can find somewhat similar moderate traits in Gorsuch. His history of protecting defendant rights and dissenting on cases of “overcriminalization” shows he passes down rulings with commonsense, thoughtfulness and humanity. In a 2011 case in which a middle school student was arrested for burping in class and disrupting the educational process, Gorsuch cited “Oliver Twist” in his decision, saying “often enough the law can be ‘an ass — an idiot,’ and there is little we judges can do about it, for it is emphatically our job to apply, not rewrite, the law enacted by the

people’s representatives.” With today’s heated political environment, America needs a justice who doesn’t have a political agenda. With a president acting in unprecedented fashion, the country needs a justice who will call out “an ass — an idiot” law or executive action as unconstitutional or inapplicable. Gorsuch will have to stand up to the man who gave him his seat on Tuesday. Most importantly, if approved by the required 60 senators, Gorsuch must embody the oath of the Supreme Court to administer justice without respect to persons and do equal right to the poor and to the rich.

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It’s just us: Americans must stop debating as elephants and donkeys President Donald Trump is the most polarizing politician that has existed in my lifetime. I’m still getting used to calling him a politician — let alone President of the United States of America. Many Republicans love him. Many Democrats do not. Emotions are charged — especially on social media. The thing is, when former President Barack Obama was elected in 2008 and 2012, emotions ran as high then as they have with this recent election. Republicans were irate while

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Democrats jumped for joy. Obama did some great things, but he also failed to do things I hoped he would accomplish. I believe Trump will make me feel the same way after his term. I say this trying to keep an open mind because America has become toxically

polarized. The idea of Republicans versus Democrats — this “us vs. them” mentality — is leading the nation to nowhere good. Members of both political parties must seriously reflect on their actions and how this team mentality is affecting the public’s perception of our society. We see elephants and donkeys — not unified Americans. It shows in how we talk to each other on social media. As the noise of Twitter and Facebook politics booms louder than ever, members of both parties must

remember a debate cannot be won in the comments section. Social media debaters need to remember the purpose of political debate is to present opposing arguments and leave the conversation with a better understanding of the situation. It’s not about “winning” or proving someone else wrong. Compromise is the most important aspect of our government, which has been lost in this age of combative politics. The idea of “my party and me” doing no wrong is ridiculous. People who feel this way are putting themselves in an

echo chamber, reaffirming information and ignoring the facts. How can I, a 20-year-old Indian citizen, see this better than so many Americans my age and older? American politics baffle me. It’s time to stop being hypocritical. It’s time to exit the echo chamber to maintain the status of the United States as a land of opportunity, freedom and happiness for all. There cannot be an “us vs. them” mentality. It’s just us living this life together. We are sailing the same ship. Let’s not let a bickering crew sink it.

‘Reverse racism’ isn’t a thing, let’s stop pretending it is Reverse racism does not exist. I concede that definitions are often inherently flawed, and every person has different connotations associated with the word “racism.” But it is important to differentiate the two. As for whether people can be racist against whites? That’s an article for another time. There is no reverse, inverted, opposite or antithesis to racism. If we are going to have a constructive conversation about race relations in America, we must put the phrase “reverse racism” to rest. The problem with claiming reverse discrimination or reverse racism exists is that these instances always involve a minority projecting feelings of racism onto the majority. This is a flawed premise. In many cases, it’s a white male claiming that a government policy, or a person from another race, is reversely racist or reversely discriminatory. One example would be how some people

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feel that Affirmative Action is wrong because it is inherently racist toward whites. Using the term “reverse racism” implies that “normal” racism goes in a single direction: from whites toward non-whites. The term is never used in other ways — for example, to describe racist behavior from one non-white minority toward another, or from whites against non-whites. What makes racist behavior “reverse” for people who use this term is that it runs opposite to the norm. People argue that racism against whites is reverse because it isn’t typical? By doing so, we acknowledge that people of color experience racism on a regular basis.

A 2012 poll from the Public Religion Research Institute indicates that 60 percent of white Millennials believe discrimination against whites has become as big of a problem as discrimination against blacks and other minorities. Just because you are white and threatened does not mean you get to minimize the reality of racism that people of color experience. Where are the white Millennials who think discrimination against minorities is wrong in itself? What are you implying when you claim that reverse racism exists? Can Asians be racist against Blacks? Would you call them reverse racists? Are Asians less oppressed than Blacks? It does not matter. We must admit people of color endured hardships brought on by the American government and society since our country’s beginning. By maintaining that reverse racism and reverse discrimination exist, one must accept the notion that whites

are the dominant and privileged group in society. Believing in the notion of reverse racism takes us back to a segregationera way of thinking.

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“Separate but equal” did not hold up in education, public accommodations, employment and marriage rights. It surely will not hold up in your perceived threats of reverse racism either.

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Josh Barnhart | Staff Photographer Kappa Sigma member Logan Mueller shoots past Phi Sigma Phi member Scott Agustin on Feb. 4 at the Isabella County Events Arena.

Josh Barnhart | Staff Photographer A Phi Sigma Phi coach welcomes his players back to the bench after a goal on Feb. 4 at the Isabella County Events Arena.

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The Central Michigan University Greek Life raised more than $1,000 for the Huntsman Cancer Institute on Friday and Saturday during the Sigma Freeze charity event. “It’s really about bringing the Greek community together for a good cause,” said Jasmine Castillo-Trigilio, who played for Phi Mu. This was the first time the Shelby Township sophomore competed in Sigma Freeze. The Hunstman Institute is based in Salt Lake City and is dedicated to researching cancer prevention through the study of DNA. The institute is currently working on finding a way to prevent cancer using elephant DNA. On Friday, fraternities and sororities competed against each other in broom ball, a sport similar to hockey. The grand prize was a $500 donation to the winning team’s chosen charity. Delta Phi Epsilon sorority won in a shootout 1-0, earning $500 for the philanthropy Anorexia Nervosa and

Associated Disorders. The event raised $480 through team registrations alone, said Carl Lamb, founder and CEO of Collegiate Charities. Berkley sophomore Jason Wingate said beginning next year, Sigma Freeze will officially become a part of Collegiate Charities. “We started the event three years ago, when it was just Sigma Chi versus Sigma Pi in a hockey game,” said Wingate, a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. “When we talked to (Lamb) about expanding, he got really involved.” Cancer research is a personal cause to some participants — particularly for Brittany Ednie of Zeta Tau Alpha. “It’s something that’s near and dear to Zeta’s hearts,” the junior said. The Macomb native said one reason she decided to join the sorority was because its philanthropy promotes breast cancer education and awareness. “My mom had breast cancer, so it’s something that hits close to home for me,” Ednie said. The second half of the annual

Sigma Freeze charity event was held Saturday at the Isabella County Events Center Arena. Rival fraternities Sigma Chi and Sigma Pi faced off in a hockey game to raise even more funds. “It’s not about the game, it’s about raising money for a good cause,” said Rockford senior Andrew West, a member of Kappa Sigma. Fellow Greeks, hockey enthusiasts and parents of the players all showed up to support the fraternities and contribute to the cause. The night ended with a 2-1 victory for Sigma Pi, who narrowly won with a late third period goal. Despite the loss for Sigma Chi, the two fraternities ended the night feeling victorious about the fundraiser’s success. Sigma Pi member Michael Eller, who said he has lost family members to cancer, was more enthusiastic about supporting cancer research than his fraternity’s victory. “It’s just friendly competition,” said the Commerce sophomore. “It’s a great cause and we do what we can to help.”

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SAC pool open to public, gender-neutral bathrooms installed By Ali Plummer Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

After five months of planning and seven months of construction, the updated Student Activity Center pool and locker rooms reopened to the public Jan. 30. Refurbishments to the pool include a new deck and pool tiles, a movable floor, LED lighting, gutters, a filter system and an inlet system, which will allow for improved water and air quality. There were also locker room

improvements and two new gender-neutral changing rooms installed in the pool area. Kristen Kosuda-Suhr, director of facilities and operations, said gender-neutral changing rooms are what “the community needs” to be supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. She said they wanted to make sure every student feels comfortable. The total cost of the renovation was $3.1 million. “I’m very excited the university invested a substantial amount of money into the

project,” Kosuda-Suhr said. “I’m also excited that they were very supportive of the renovation of that space.” The gender-neutral changing rooms also benefit families attending swim lessons. Fathers will bring their daughter or a mother will bring their son to the class and not know where to change, Kosuda-Suhr said. “These renovations, but especially the (changing rooms), are all about comfort and safety,” said Darin Masselink, director of aquatics and safety. “The politics of it had

nothing to do with this decision. It was just the right time economically as well.” The six-lane pool has a depth of 1-to-4 feet, is 25-yards long and 42-feet wide. In addition to students being able to play water basketball and volleyball, swimming classes will be held in the pool. “It was just the right time to do this,” Kosuda-Suhr said. “We looked at this project as a 25-year fix. Anything we did would be a solution to a problem for the next 25 years.”

Taleen Markarian | Freelance Photographer The SAC pool sits empty on Jan. 27 at the Student Activity Center.

Festival welcomes international students to their new home in Mount Pleasant By Emma Dale Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

The biannual International Student Welcome Festival attracted and facilitated friendships between students from around the world on Saturday, Feb. 3. Throughout the afternoon, several students visited the First Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant to feast on a variety of foods and participate in games and activities. The event, hosted by the International Student Organization, was designed to help international students at Central Michigan University get acquainted and feel more comfortable with their new home. Students trickled in and out of the church from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m — listening to Arabic music as they mingled and played games, such as corn hole, air hockey and foosball. The potluckstyle meal represented an array of cultures, featuring different rice, soup and pasta dishes. There are two International Student Welcome Festivals a

year — one toward the beginning of each semester. Sara Shalabi, the ISO professional development chair, said the Spring semester festival usually has a smaller turnout, which she attributes to the weather. She said in the fall, ISO likes to host the festival in the park. Shalabi, a senior from Saudi Arabia, said the festival is important for new international students on campus because it enables them to meet other students who are familiar with the community and can share experiences on adjusting to American life. “They are coming from all over the place — all over the world. They don’t know anyone here and they feel nervous to be in a new town and new place,” she said. “It’s mostly for new students, so they can feel welcome.” Nasteha Feto, president of the African Student Association, agreed. She said students who feel “different” from their peers sometimes sense a divide, making it difficult to build friendships.

“Getting to know your surroundings on campus — it seems sometimes you’re constantly around people who are not like you, especially if you’re an international student,” the Grand Rapids sophomore said. “Events like this make you feel like you’re not alone.” For many, including Saudi Arabia junior Sumiah Altalhi, the ISO and its sponsored events greatly impacted their CMU experience. He said students need events, such as the welcome festival, because the ISO shows expertise in connecting them to a community and establishing a comfort zone. “When I first started at CMU, I (spent) a whole semester without knowing anyone,” Altalhi said. “Then I decided to come and meet the people that work (at ISO).” Altalhi said it is obvious to anyone who is involved with or interacts with the organization that it makes a difference in international student’s lives — including his own.

“(Students) need this, and they need that push to tell them they are welcome and (should) come get involved,” he said. In light of current racial tensions being discussed at the national level, Shalabi said it’s difficult for many foreign students to feel welcome and safe in a new environment. She hopes the International Student Welcome Festival eased their anxieties and showed them they are included and valued as part of the student community and culture.

Binge Yan | Staff Photographer International Student Organization professional development chair Sara Shalabi talks with a participant at a welcome festival for new international students on Feb.4 at the First Baptist Church.

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Indie rock singer Mike Mains to perform Feb. 9 in UC By Kara Dobulis Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

It wasn’t long ago that singer and songwriter Mike Mains was sleeping on the floor of his friend’s dorm room at Central Michigan University. Now with the CMU alumnus music career in full swing, his band, Mike Mains and the Branches, are making the rounds back to where the journey began. Mains will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Bovee University Center Rotunda as part of Program Board’s Coffee House Music. “There are a lot of people who looked after me there when I was 18 years old and it was a very dark time in my life,” Mains said. “It’s exciting to go back with fresh eyes and it’s something I can give back to college students during their early college years. I hope that my band and my music can be a way to wake people up to show them what matters most in their lives.” This will be their third time performing at CMU. The band will perform original songs off of their first two albums and some from their current album. Mains said he’s excited to return to the place he once called home and enrich students with the messages he tries to convey in his songs. After being unable to find a degree that was the right fit, Mains said he decided to leave CMU to make a career out of music. He moved to Texas and created his band in 2009. Mains said his love for music was solidified when his parents would drop him off at his grandmother’s house as a kid. “I would just stand outside of the kitchen listening to sausage sizzle and smell the crushed black pepper and salt,” Mains said. “I would just listen to her hum these sweet old

File Photo | Mikayla Carter

Members of indie rock band Mike Mains and The Branches dance along to Michigander member Jason Singer on Sept. 21, 2016 at Chi Alpha house.

“(Our inspiration for this album comes from) the idea of a renegade. We were sort of raised to believe that once we are our parents age the lights will flick on and we will have answers and as a person who grew up under that banner of ideas, only to realize (it’s) not.” MIKE MAINS SINGER AND SONGWRITER

country melodies and I loved that those songs showed me some kind of invisible world. I never listened to them assuming that one day I would be a guy who wrote them.” Mains has been focusing on his new album. The band has yet to find a fitting name for the album, but Mains said it’s focused on millennials and how

to cope with changing beliefs. “(Our inspiration for this album comes from) the idea of a renegade,” he said. “We were sort of raised to believe that once we are our parents age the lights will flick on and we will have answers and as a person who grew up under that banner of ideas, only to realize (it’s) not.”

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THE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL WILL SHOW MORE FILMS THAN EVER BEFORE The 2017 Central Michigan International Film Festival will show more than 90 films from more than 20 countries on Feb. 9-12 and Feb. 16-19. The festival, hosted by the School of Broadcast & Cinematic Arts Film Society, will show movies at the Charles V. Park Library on campus and Celebration! Cinema on Pickard street. This year, the film festival will include more films than ever screened before, said Mark Poindexter,

festival lead producer and faculty advisor. Movie tickets can be purchased at the Java City in the library or Celebration! Cinema. Tickets are $5 each. However, a pack of 5 tickets can also be purchased for $10. The International Film Festival flyer states, “The 2017 festival is made up of twelve programs of short films organized by theme, a festival highlights program, plus eleven longer films that are shown separately.”

Included in the short film categories is a program called “Love,” which features nine films with a distinct view on the topic. The complete schedule of movie showings can be found at www.cmiff.com. Central Michigan University has hosted an annual film festival since 2003, Poindexter said. Every year attendance has varied from 400 to 2,000 viewers. - Micayla Glennie, Staff Reporter

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New expansion to allow collaboration among health professions By Corey Micho Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

A planned $26 million addition to the Herbert H. and Grace. A. Dow College of Health Professions Building will make way for more collaboration between health-related majors. The addition is being called the Center for Integrated Health Studies. Thomas J. Masterson, dean of the College of Health Professions, said the new center will allow different healthrelated majors to work together when it comes to treating cases. The plan is to build a human physiology lab and include an inter-professional education center to allow students from various healthrelated programs to treat patients in simulated

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emergency situations, such as heart attacks or strokes. Research space is also planned for the new center. The project is currently planned as an addition to the current CHP building, but could be expanded to a standalone building as the project

moves forward. “The goal of the addition is to increase the number of high-demand healthcare-related graduates,” Masterson said. Funding for the project will come from the university and a capital outlay request, which is used by the State of Michigan to provide funding for classroom spaces. The university will spend $6 million on the addition, and capital

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THE CENTRAL REVIEW SEEKS SPRING EDITION LITERARY, ART SUBMISSIONS The Central Review will accept submissions for its spring edition until March 17. The literary journal accepts up to three poems of any length, three pieces of prose and five pieces of visual art. Prose pieces have a 3,000 word maximum. Students can submit work into all three categories.

“Central Review is a great opportunity for young writers to gain experience and celebrate the work they’re doing at CMU,” said Clio senior Ben Kuzava, The Central Review editor-in-chief. Submissions will be read and displayed at the Central Review reading at 5:30 p.m. on April 21.

Editors of the journal will judge the pieces and award their top picks in each category $100. Submissions and questions should be emailed to cmucentralreview@ gmail.com. - Brianne Twiddy, News Editor

STUDENT TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOR CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT A 19-year-old Central Michigan University student was arraigned Wednesday in Isabella County Trial Court on charges of seconddegree criminal sexual conduct, possession of sexually abusive child pornography, capturing

an image of an unclothed person and surveilling an unclothed person. CMU Police said Ubly native Logan Lemke was identified by the complainant as the suspect in an incident that occurred Jan. 21. CMUPD listed Saxe Hall as the

location of the incident. Lemke’s bond is set at 10 percent of $20,000. The investigation remains open. CMUPD is not releasing additional information at this time. - Ben Agosta, Staff Reporter

outlay funding will cover the difference. The $10.6 million deficit in the university budget will have no effect on the plans for the Center for Integrated Health Studies, Masterson said. The college also hopes to bring in health science students from other colleges, like Mid-Michigan Community College and Ferris State University. The new facility will give students a taste of working in the real world with other health professions, he said. Macomb junior Kaitlin Mueller said she is looking forward to working with other majors. “We’re gonna have to work together eventually, so it’s good that we are doing that now,” the kinesiology major said. The building will alleviate overflow of students, including those there for general education classes. “The (health professions) building is full,”

Masterson said. “(And it) is the busiest building on campus.” He said they have about 300 undergraduate students and about 140 graduate students per year. The college is working closely with Facilities Management to build the expansion. Jonathan Webb, vice president of Facilities Management, said the university will work to make the facility envisioned by the college. “You’re going to have the aperture open wide and see what works,” Webb said. The expansion is still in the planning stage, and Masterson said it could take up to three years before construction begins. Facilities Management is looking to draw inspiration for the layout of the new addition. “We will look at other college and see what similar buildings will look like,” Webb said.

NEW STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM ANNOUNCED FOR JOURNALISM STUDENTS Journalism students at Central Michigan University have the opportunity to study specific subsets of journalism in a wide range of countries around the world this summer. The Institute for Education in International Media has offered study abroad programs for journalism students around the country since 2001. The deadline for this summer’s application is Feb. 15 or earlier if applicant spots fill. The ieiMedia website stated its programs give students a taste of foreign correspondent life and are open to English-speaking students and recent graduates. This year, ieiMedia announced a new Kyoto program where students will collaborate with bilingual Japanese students acting as guides and interpreters

while obtaining foreign correspondent work experience. Students will publish stories, articles, video, photo and multimedia projects for an online magazine. The Kyoto program costs $4,995 and includes tuition for three transferable academic credits from the University of Jamestown, lodging and excursions expenses, public transportation passes, travel to and from Kansai International airport, basic travel insurance and welcome and farewell dinners. Students and recent graduates who do not need academic credit will get a $450 discount. While the Kyoto program is new, ieiMedia still sponsors several other programs, including: • Jerusalem (international reporting) July 3-Aug. 1

• Urbino, Italy (multimedia journalism or magazine) May 26-June 23 • Bologna, Italy (international reporting) June 1-29 • Australia and New Zealand (multimedia journalism) May 26-June 23 • Armagh, Northern Ireland (journalism, creative writing, or playwriting) June 2-30 • Valencia (multimedia reporting) May 26-June 23 • Oslo, Norway (music journalism) June 2-July 2 • Croatia (travel writing) June 24-July 8 • Kyoto, Japan (international reporting) June 26-July 21 Students interested in applying can learn more at ieimedia.com or by contacting program Codirector Rachele Kanigel at rkanigel@gmail.com. - Cheyanne Rutterbush, Staff Reporter

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Biosciences Building is ‘upgrade’ from Brooks Hall, students say By Emma Dale Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

While students at Central Michigan University tend to use the Charles V. Park Library and Bovee University Center for studying on campus, there is now an alternative spot to hangout. After its grand opening in September 2016, the $95 million Biosciences Building at CMU is fully functioning as an academic hall. Its doors opened in early January for classes and research for the first time. Now that students have had several weeks to experience the building and its features, many say they are impressed with the building’s modern structure. Students can be found dispersed across the four floors, studying at tables or working in research labs. They are attracted to the building’s aesthetic fea-

tures — such as the green roof and patio, a “living wall” covered in plants and an aquarium exhibiting Michigan fish that stretches across the first floor. The generous amount of space available for students is what attracts Alicia Weeks to the Biosciences Building. The Stanwood senior is a biology student and supplemental instructor for introductory biology classes at CMU. She said the new building feels like an upgrade from the other halls on campus, where most of her classes had been located before. “I think it’s really awesome (and) it has a lot of space,” Weeks said. “(Especially) compared to Brooks Hall, which used to be the biology building, (where) there isn’t a lot of places to sit and do stuff — there’s maybe four tables. In here there is so much room, and there’s all of the rooms upstairs.”

Albion senior Jennifer Nelson, a biomedical sciences student, is currently taking two classes in the Biosciences Building and enjoys spending her downtime there. “I like all the seating,” Nelson said. “I can just come in here and study instead of having to go to the library — it’s pretty quiet, too. I feel like in Brooks I usually have to sit on the floor (leaning) against the wall or something, so this is nice.” The 169,000 square-foot building was intended to give students and faculty opportunities for research and laboratory use, according to CMU’s website. The need for the Biosciences Building was brought on by the overwhelming number of biology majors that continues to climb. However, many students, including Ada freshman Peter Koukios, are using the space to study without the pursuit

File Photo | Rich Drummond The Central Michigan University Biosciences Building stands on Aug. 18, 2016 next to Moore Hall.

of a science-based degree. Koukios has yet to decide on a major at CMU, but said he will most likely study in the Biosciences Building more than the library this semester — in part because it is closer to his dorm.

Koukios said the building exceeded his expectations and has a modernized structure and atmosphere. “It’s a really unique building and there are a lot of resources in here — I’ve never

been in a building like (it),” Koukios said. “I have my bio lecture in here and I’ve never been in that big of a lecture hall. It has two giant screens and fits over 200 people — it’s very interesting.”

Jazz Weekend brings in attendees from across Michigan By Rachel Trombetta Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Cody Scanlan | Freelance Photographer Tenor saxophonist Ben Crysler plays a solo during Jazz Central’s performance on Feb. 3 in Plachta Auditorium.

Auditoriums at Central Michigan University were packed this weekend, as jazzy riffs and tunes from various musicians stretched across campus. CMU’s School of Music hosted its 44th Annual Jazz Weekend on Thursday night and throughout Friday. The event featured faculty and student jazz ensembles, more than 60 competing Michigan high school bands and a special guest performance from international jazz percussionist, Carl Allen. The music-filled weekend kicked off on Thursday, with a concert from the CMU Faculty Jazz Band at Staples Family Concert Hall. The student jazz quintet, Central Nebula, opened

the show at 7 p.m. Each faculty member played a feature solo, which received roaring applause and whistles from the audience. Rob Smith, associate professor of jazz-music and trumpet player in the faculty band, teased the audience throughout the show — hinting the international drummer, Allen, may stop by for a song or two . The percussionist entered the stage to perform the last song of the night with faculty. His smile never left his face. High school jazz ensembles from across Michigan performed throughout Friday, competing in front of a panel of judges. “It’s been a great performance,” said Lisa Mcgreen, parent of an Oxford high school band student. “I mean, the kids have been having a good time and that’s

really what it’s all about.” CMU Alumnus Dave Jensen was visiting campus as a band director from Royal Oak high school, but also performed with CMU student trombone ensemble Jazz Bones before going to his student’s performance. “We grew up with (jazz), my whole family (plays) jazz — it’s part of our lives,” said Lisa Jensen, Dave Jensen’s wife. Several CMU student groups also performed Friday. Some played in Plachta Auditorium, and others in the Bovee University Center. Two CMU jazz students were acknowledged in a reward ceramony at 5 p.m. Kyrstin Jensen receiving the Jack Sanders Award, and Michael Hamilton with the Robert Haze Award. Musicians played for the Planchta house, which filled in

by the hour. When Allen’s set began at 8 p.m. the energy was at its peak, as viewers clapped and snapped along with the music. Smith introduced Allen at the Weekend’s final performance, who kicked off the show with an energized drum solo. The CMU Faculty Band then joined with accompanied jams. Allen spoke to the audience either between performing songs he composed himself — explaining why he wrote it and the personal meaning. Jazz Lab 1 also took to the stage to play with Allen. The audience comprised many high school students, parents and directors. Even after a long day of competitive performances, some still bobbed their heads along to the music. See video of CMU’s Jazz Weekend at cm-life.com.

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Driving Center in Anspach Hall could reopen this spring By Chris Stevens Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Josh Barnhart | Staff Photographer Participants climb a rope wall during the Man vs. Mountain 5K obstacle course on Feb. 4 throughout Mt. Pleasant parks.

Man vs. Mountain 5K takes runners to new heights By Greta Ginter Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Racers overcame the elements and obstacles on Saturday at the fourth annual Man vs. Mountain 5K race. The charity event raised money and awareness for Community Cancer Services of Isabella County. The race took runners on a tour through Mount Pleasant’s public parks. “We want to keep people active in our beautiful parks system in the winter,” volunteer Chris Rowley said. “The Mount Pleasant Convention and Visitors Bureau had the idea in the first year to partner with Parks and Rec, our sponsor. We’re happy to partner with them and to bring this event to the community.” Participants completed 16 obstacles throughout the course, including a rope maze, tires,

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carrying logs and a wooden balance beam. The final obstacle was a large wooden wall that runners were required to climb over just before reaching the finish line. Sophomore Hannah Heldt, a first-time participant in Man vs. Mountain, said the 5K was unlike any she had run before. “It went a lot faster,” the Midland native said. “There was always something to look forward to, to distract you and keep your mind off the running part.” Long-time runners and novices participated in the race. “I’ve always wanted to do an obstacle course, and it’s right here in town, so I thought, ‘Let’s do it,’” said first-time 5K runner Mia Williams. The Farmington Hills junior ran alongside her roommate, Clarkston junior Courtney Bell. “The obstacles were a lot of fun,” Bell said. “We were dying in the beginning because we were so out of shape, but we’d definitely do it again.”

The Center for Driving Evaluation, Education and Research in Anspach Hall has been on hiatus for over a year, but may return this spring. The DEER Center’s mission statement is to “provide clinical services to evaluate cognitive fitness to drive, to provide education, to improve driver safety and to conduct research on driver safety,” according to its website. Richard Backs, director of the DEER Center, said he’s hoping the center reopens this spring. It was previously located in the Health Professions Building at Central Michigan University but was moved when the space was needed for other purposes. The process of moving to Anspach Hall has taken longer than expected, Backs said. Part of the wait is because of a remodel and making sure the equipment is working. A major problem is some of the center’s clients have mobility issues. While some people had difficulty getting to the previous location, they have had more trouble getting to Anspach Hall because it is not a clinical building, Backs said. One possible solution would be having designated handicapped parking closer to the building, he said. The setup wasn’t optimal in the Health Professions Building, Backs said. The center was split into two wings of the building, but now will be together in Anspach Hall, Room 003. Use of the DEER Center requires a referral

from a health care provider. The center conducts driving evaluations for cognitive fitness to older adults, people who have suffered a brain injury or stroke, people with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and young people with attention, neurological or development disorders. The DEER Center was created in 2007 with a grant from the CMU Vision 2010 strategic plan and a gift from AAA Michigan to receive the AAA Michigan Driving Simulator. It is currently supported by research funds and clients, Backs said. The center has performed about 10 evaluations since it opened, Backs said. However, it has taken on several research contracts for companies including Toyota and General Motors. Moreover, he said the research for these companies focuses on driver attention and expertise. The DEER Center provides graduate students in psychology, gerontology and physical therapy experience working with seniors and clinical patients. A driving simulator of an economy-sized automobile mounted on a movable base with LCD rear-view mirrors is also included in the center. Screens in the front and to the sides of the vehicle display roads that move along with the vehicle. “Once you get the hang of (the driving simulator), it’s not too hard,” graduate student Justin Lach said. “It’s kind of fun. It definitely feels like you’re driving a real vehicle.” In addition to the driving simulator, visual function testing and computer-based cognitive function testing are also being conducted.

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UNIVERSITY THEATRE PRESENTS ‘PERICLES’ THIS WEEK A William Shakespeare classic will be brought to life by Central Michigan University students this week. University Theatre will present “Shakespeare’s epic adventure: Pericles” Wednesday through Sunday at the Bush Theatre in Moore Hall. Wednesday through Saturday’s performances start at 7:30 p.m., and

Sunday’s matinee begins at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. Students and seniors can get $7 advance purchase tickets, while the cost is $9 for the general public. The play revolves around Pericles, prince of Tyre. Pericles will encounter “assassins, shipwreck, intrigue, romance and unbearable loss, to a miraculous reunion,”

COMEDIAN MYQ KAPLAN TO PERFORM TUESDAY

according to the description on the CMU events page. “Pericles” includes language and themes that may not be suitable for all audiences, the event page states. The play is directed by Steve Berglund.

- Evan Sasiela, News Editor

Comedian Myq Kaplan will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Bovee University Center Rotunda. Kaplan has been on “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien,” “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “Comedy Central Presents.” Kaplan has his own

Netflix special titled “Small, Dork and Handsome.” He was also a finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. The free event is hosted by Program Board. - Brianne Twiddy, News Editor

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Student activists are leading a modern movement to counter hate on campus Ben Solis Managing Editor news@cm-life.com

his will be the first Black History Month in the post-Barack Obama era. It will mark the first February celebration of Black History with President Donald Trump in office, a man who by his own admission used race and class divisions as cornerstones to his rise in political power. Fears of racism, domestic terrorism and political upheaval in both white and non-white communities are spelling out an uncertain future. Most of all, the persistence of race issues and threats against minorities has spurred many of those same young people into action. It’s also made them take a closer look at their own chaotic history in America. “A few years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court dismantled the Voting Rights Act of 1965,” said Leslie junior and CM Action organizer Ty Bugbee. “We’ve already seen voter suppression tactics become more popular in Southern states. If we are focused more on understanding pieces of history like that, instead of focusing solely on movements and the struggle for freedom, it becomes (harder) to fall back into a cycle of oppression. “We won’t lose sight of what we’re working for.” As protests rage in cities and on university campuses across the U.S., student activists like Bugbee, a budding Central Michigan

University Black Lives Matter chapter, and their mentors have had an awakening. They are doing their part to bolster statewide and national activist groups that focus on bettering their communities. They aren’t just organizing protests — they’re organizing politically to create local organizations they believe make up a new student movement driven by social justice reform. They are aggressive. They want change now, and refuse to keep quiet about what they see as the state of inequality. No matter how these activists choose to speak out, each of them say student organizers are paying attention to the lessons taught by their elders throughout Black History Month, and are ready to make a difference “by any means necessary.” WHO NEEDS BLACK HISTORY MONTH? Detroit junior Jazmyn Williams said she tries to celebrate Black History Month 365 days a year. It’s an attitude

shared among many young black activists who recognize that their battles should not be relegated to a single month. “You can’t forget about those who have come before you,” Williams said. “Things today are not as progressive as they may seem. (We deal with) the same struggles that the old civil rights movement was worried about. We have to think about the past as it correlates to the present and see what we can change.” She didn’t always view it that way. The new chapter president of CMU Black Lives Matter said growing up, the meaning behind Black History Month was lost on her. “I didn’t really understand the importance of it,” Williams said. “We watched all the PBS documentaries. It was just something I was used to. I didn’t get the meaning behind it.” Like Williams, Bugbee grew up thinking about Black History Month in muted abstracts. Bugbee is mixedrace

Leslie Junior Ty Bugbee

and doesn’t have a relationship with his biological father, who is black. His white mother remarried some years ago. As a result, Bugbee grew up in an all-white community with little attention paid to his roots and the history of his people — even during Black History Month. “My connection with Black History Month was something that we talked about in school, but it wasn’t until later and in college that it became something really inspiring,” he said. “When I got out of my all-white community, I had more pride in my race. I was owning being a person of color.” Within a few years at CMU, Bugbee said Black History Month became a treatise on the struggle against inequality. It is a story of perseverance and a road map for the challenges ahead. Both he and Williams credit their education at CMU as the catalyst that called them to become modern activists. Jon Arlt, a white CMU professor of sociology, said he isn’t surprised. “I think most people have an attitude about Black History Month that can be described as somewhat

Detroit Junior Jazmyn Williams

History Lessons: Highlights of Black History Month Programs

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All events are free except where noted.

Feb. 8: One Woman Play: “I Am Hope, 7 p.m., Charles V. Park Library Auditorium

Feb. 9:

Feb. 10:

Feb. 15:

Women in Jazz, 7 p.m., Bovee UC Auditorium

The SANKOFA Pan-Africa Fashion Show, 6 p.m., Finch Fieldhouse

Black History Month Food Taster, 4-7 p.m., $5 for students, $7 general admission

removed,” said Arlt, who is also a faculty mentor for CM Action. When he teaches classes on how society perceives history, and particularly black history in February, Arlt said it’s easy to pick out those who care and those who may not. He attributes that split to a fundamental misunderstanding of Black History Month and the civil rights movement as a whole. “The people who care about the issues Black History Month speaks to, they’re already busy working on those issues,” he said. “They’re thinking about these issues. There is, however, a consistent notion that Black History Month is this calm and gentle thing.” Think of the way society perceives Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. versus someone like Malcolm X, Arlt said. Malcolm X is still viewed by many black and white conservatives as a “dangerous radical,” whereas King is portrayed as “a saint.” “It’s a misrepresentation of (King’s) legacy,” he said. “This is a man who motivated people to shut down entire cities. This is a man who moved people for political purposes. There’s a sense that because he’s on a stamp, or because he has a federal holiday, that he did this in a calm, serene way that settles the fears of white America.” When Obama was elected eight years ago, Arlt said pundits pushed the idea that we were living in a post-racial society. Now, in 2017, with the old wounds of segregation and voter suppression being pried back open, Arlt said he believes celebrating Black History Month is all the more necessary. “The narrative we’ve heard in the last decade is that because we had a black president, why do we need a Black History Month?” Arlt said. “The nature of history and the nature of learning is to prevent bad things from happening again. In this regard, Black History Month is important. The significance of our time is that it highlights how crucial this is to teach lessons on the struggle against oppression.” Those lessons are not lost on Williams and Bugbee. Both activists cite Malcolm X, Black Power founder Stokely Carmichael and political prisoner

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After a while, peaceful protests only went so far. It’s easy to ignore a peaceful protest. I’m not advocating for violence, but sometimes you have to take a more aggressive approach. You have to be persistent. - Ty Bugbee Leslie Junior & CM Action Organizer

Angela Davis as their leading influences. Williams said the self-determination movements espoused by all three activists are more attractive to Black Lives Matter and the new student movement than King’s non-violence. Selfdetermination, in her eyes, continues to be the most effective way to advocate for civil rights. “They were all about doing instead of saying,” she said. “It’s a tactic we need to get back to. We have to get out in these streets and make noise so people know that we’re around and we’re not going away.” Wherever injustice and hate rears its ugly head, the new student movement is there to counter it with equal force. When Breitbart editor and noted supremacist Milo Yiannopoulos came to speak at the University of California – Berkeley, he was met with fierce opposition from student protesters. By all accounts, the Black Lives Matter movement started as a Black Power-style force encouraging black people to become outraged over police killing large numbers of unarmed black men and women. With close to two years of activism under its belt, Williams said Black Lives Matter is making a shift in the way it thinks about itself and its allies. The movement is adopting a strategy of aggressive non-violence — a mixture of King’s coalition building and Carmichael’s penchant for forging black unity. Bugbee said CM Action has the same idea. “MLK did so much for the civil rights movement, but I don’t think we would have been able to make the strides we have without that militant sense of leadership,” he said. “After a while, peaceful protests only went so far. It’s easy to ignore a peaceful protest. I’m

not advocating for violence, but sometimes you have to take a more aggressive approach. “You have to be persistent.”

THE MORAL ARGUMENT FOR CIVIL RIGHTS Building bridges with disparate groups can help spread the student movement’s message to a wider audience — especially as some political actors have called for “Kent State” style crackdowns to reinforce order at otherwise peaceful protests. With more people on your side, Bugbee said, the more effective you’ll be at achieving your goals. “People are power,” he said. “Even if it’s not a protest or an organization, having thousands of people calling their representatives and senators is going to have an impact. It forces them to act.” Creating coalitions is a key focus for CM Action and Black Lives Matter as both prepare to make stronger statements in the coming year. Both groups understand the need for white and other minority allies and don’t view the coalition model as watering down their message. A major roadblock, however, is a sense that each activist group — white and non-white alike — has opposing views on things like women’s reproductive rights and liberty for members of the LGBTQ community. Much of that opposition can be found in the Christian church. When faced with the reality that people other than African Americans now fight for civil rights, it’s easy to question whether the Southern preachers of old would have linked their arms with feminist protesters

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and gay rights activists. At the Women’s March on Washington, Black Lives Matter rallied against pro-life, anti-gay protesters along with their feminist and LGBTQ counterparts. The question facing some activists is whether or not the Christian church, which spearheaded civil rights activism, has a place in the new activism. A few progressive Christian civil rights groups believe the answer is yes; it just needs to adapt. An organization called Repairers of the Breach — which was co-founded by Rev. Erica Williams, a Saginaw native — is focusing on framing civil rights as a moral imperative. Leaders of that movement host sermons and panel discussions called “Moral Mondays,” focusing on economic, environmental and social justice issues without the trappings of black versus white, or republican versus democrat. Bugbee, who attends a Universalist Unitarian church, said religion still has a place in the new civil rights agenda. “We have to try and change minds,” he said. “Everyone should take care of each other. You have to break it down to being human and rights everyone deserves to have. In general, I think you can be prowoman and pro-life at the same time, even if there’s a muddy grey area there.” It’s not just about having allies either — allies have to know their place and how to be respectful. With the advent of social media, black, feminist and gay movements are much more prone to being hijacked by overzealous social justice warriors, Bugbee said. “It is a lot easier to put on the appearance that you’re an activist and share articles about the things you care about,” he said. “I think people are really quick to react to things. For example, at Standing Rock, even as a non-native person, it can be easy for me to get upset and go on this really long rant, but I don’t always think about what it’s like to be a Native American.” The key is being respectful and listening before giving advice, Arlt said. An example: CM Action assisted the Muslim Students Association with its protest against Trump’s immigration ban. The group helped organize the protest, strengthened MSA’s message, but w STRUGGLE | 16

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stepped aside when the protest began. “The core of CM Action is pushing the Gender and Sexuality Center,” Arlt said. “We didn’t ask for permission to get our petitions signed at the MSA rally because this was their day. It was their thing. It can’t be coopted. Standing Rock had to be led by native people. The gay rights movement had to be led by gay people.”

BUILDING A FRAMEWORK FOR FREEDOM As Carolyn Dunn helps plan programming for Black History Month at CMU, she remains ever cognizant of the intersecting struggles of black activists and other groups on campus. Dunn is the associate vice president for the Office of Institutional Diversity. She is also a Native American. Her race and her job both make her acutely aware of race relations in America and the changing tide of civil rights activism. “It’s a bit more difficult to get up in the morning,” Dunn said. “And I mean that in the sense that it’s always difficult for me to get up in the morning (and be positive), but at the same time there’s more

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uncertainty now. Before the election and during the campaign, the rhetoric got scary. I always knew as a person of color that the world was like this, but people wouldn’t always say it out loud. “Now people have more of an opportunity to express an opinion of people based on their lived experiences.” While CMU’s student activists learn from leaders of the past, Dunn is taking an active role in teaching the history of oppression in America through activities, speakers, and events on campus. “In terms of programming, we are doing things that are based on our mission, which has always been about education and educating young people,”

she said. “Institutions of higher learning have always been those places where being different and holding different views were expressed. You learn how to be a critical thinker, see opposing arguments, learn logic and see how logic dictates issues.” Dunn believes those conversations are best conducted on college campuses. What concerns her now is how to have those conversations in a constructive way. “Activism is about education,” she said. “That’s what activism is really all about. Teaching and learning. The non-violent movement — it teaches us to be activists, but it also teaches us how to be members of the community. That’s why we embrace that social

justice methodology.” For Williams, educating the masses about the mission of Black Lives Matter is crucial to its survival. The group, which has been labeled as “thugs” and “rioters” by some members of the media, must emphasize its focus on peace and inclusivity. “Black Lives Matter isn’t just for black people,” she said. “It’s for brown people, Muslims, LGBTQ. Anyone who is a minority. That’s the same with other social activists. It’s not about your race and your gender, it’s about including anyone that’s going through what you’re going through.” It’s not just about the protests either. Williams, Bugbee, Arlt and Dunn all agree that political organizing and action can achieve what the Southern Poverty Law Center did for Civil Rights in the courts. CM Action was born out of the student movement to elect U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vermont) in the democratic primaries. Sanders won handily in Michigan because of student activism. Those minority and student groups that helped him win are using the same tactics. “When all the marches are done, you have to find organizations to get involved in,” Bugbee said. “And if you’re not getting yourself involved, it can be difficult to make the necessary change that can happen when people get to work. If we can fix one thing, it can lead to fixing something else.”

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Keene belongs in National Player of the Year discussion

It is not often I’m left speechless. Growing up as a huge sport fan, I’ve just about seen it all — or so I thought. But on Jan. 21, I watched from the sidelines as Marcus Keene proceeded to score a McGuirk-Arenarecord 50 points against Miami (Oh.). The junior only had 11 points in the first half but looked like a man possessed in the second. Keene went off for 39 points after the break and listened to the crowd chant “MVP” as he hit 3-pointer after 3-pointer. Each one seemingly farther than the last. He couldn’t be stopped. Keene was hitting shots I don’t think most NBA players could hit. As a sports reporter, it’s my job to tweet during games. There came a point during that game where I didn’t even know what to tweet anymore. I couldn’t find the words to describe what I was watching. It was the first 50-point performance in Division I since 2013, and it was the greatest shooting performance I have ever seen in an NCAA game. That was just a small taste of what Keene has done this season. Averaging a mind-boggling 30.2 points per game, he has already locked up the Mid-American Conference Player of the Year award. But the Youngstown State transfer has been non-

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existent in the conversation for college basketball’s top individual honor — the National Player of the Year. National writers and broadcasters have basically given that award to Villanova’s Josh Hart. Hart has been outstanding this year, averaging 18.9 points per game along with 6.6 rebounds, and has the Wildcats on the verge of competing for a consecutive National Championship. However, Keene has put together a better body of work and has done much more for his team. Keene has 13 30-point games this season — a CMU record. He has gone over 40 points four times. He’s also averaging five assists a game without a consistent post game to work with and 4.5 rebounds, despite being only 5 feet 9 inches tall. Hart hasn’t had a shining moment like Keene has had this season. After bringing CMU back from an 18-point deficit against arch-rival Western Michigan

Friday night, Keene hit a fadeaway 3-pointer with four seconds left to complete the comeback. Everyone in the building knew what he was going to do, but the Broncos still couldn’t stop him. It was the top play on SportsCenter that night and furthered the legend of Keene and his historic season. The Chippewas (15-8, 5-5 MAC) were predicted to finish in last place in the West Division this year and looked deserving of that prediction when they started 0-3 in conference play. But now Keene has his team one game out of first place. If Keene can help CMU win the MAC Tournament and earn its first NCAA Tournament berth since 2003, he deserves the award for pulling off the seemingly impossible. If Keene can keep up his current scoring pace for the final eight regular season games, he would be the first Division I player in 20 years to average 30 points for an entire season. NPOY winners Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis and J.J. Reddick all went on to have terrific NBA careers, but none of them reached that feat in college. I may have been left speechless this season, but rest assured I won’t be at a loss for words if the NCAA asks for my opinion on who is the top player in the country.

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FEB. 6, 2017 | CENTRAL MICHIGAN LIFE | CM-LIFE.COM Josh Barnhart | Staff Photographer Junior Colin Heffernan poses for a portrait on Nov. 28, 2016 in the wrestling practice facility.

TAKEDOWN Coming from a family of two legendary wrestlers, Heffernan makes a name for himself By Mitchell Vosburg Staff Reporter sports@cm-life.com

Colin Heffernan could have done what everyone expected him to do. He made his own path instead. Now he is one of Central Michigan’s top wrestlers. He sits at 23-5 this season, and is ranked No. 7 nationally and No. 2 in the Mid-American Conference in the 157-pound weight class. Heffernan’s father, John, and uncle, Jim, were both standout wrestlers at Iowa. The Heffernan’s connection with the sport began in Cleveland, where John, Jim and their oldest brother, Matt, were state champions at St. Edwards High School. Matt went on to play football at Syracuse, Jim and John became stars for the Hawkeyes. Jim wrestled from 1982-87, earning a record of 131-18-2. He won four Big Ten titles — all at 150 pounds — and was an All-American four times. He finished fourth in the nation in 1983, runner-up in 1985 and 1987 and NCAA champion in 1986. He is currently in his eighth season as the head coach at Illinois and was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2006.

John wrestled at Iowa from 1984-89 where he was a Big Ten champion and a two-time All-American. He is currently an assistant coach on the St. Edwards staff. As Colin grew up, John knew it was time to introduce his son to wrestling, but also left the door open for other sports. “I never forced (Colin) to wrestle,” John said. “He played football, basketball and soccer when he was younger. I let him pick a sport. He wound up being good at wrestling, so he chose wrestling.” Jim said because Colin was never pressured into the sport as a child, it allowed him to develop his own love for wrestling. “I think (John) was really smart on how he raised Colin around the sport,” Jim said. “He had Colin come into high school practices when he was younger. Colin would wrestle around with the older guys and learn the sport that way. He didn’t get a lot of pressure from his dad.” By junior high, Colin had traveled around the United States. By the time high school came around, the pressure ultimately began to build for him at St. Edwards because of his last name. “There was pressure on him,” Jim said. “People assumed automatically he would have

success.” Colin had a successful wrestling career in high school, finishing fourth in the state tournament as a junior and third as a senior. Colleges showed interest after his high school career. Jim wanted to bring his nephew to Illinois, but knew it wouldn’t be best for Colin. “It was really difficult for me,” Jim said. “This sport gets very personal. Sometimes family and business don’t mix well. I don’t know if Colin coming to Illinois and being known as my nephew (would’ve be) the best thing.” Although his son didn’t follow his or his brother’s path, John said Colin made the right choice coming to CMU. “I think it was a good thing for him starting his legacy somewhere else,” John said. “I would have loved for him to wrestle for my brother, but he needed to go out and do things on his own.” Colin wanted to be a Chippewa. “I thought it was the right fit for me,” Colin said. “I like the program. I love (CMU coach Tom) Borrelli. I thought it was the best situation wrestling wise and academic wise. It was the right-size school. The moment I stepped onto campus, I knew I wanted to come here.” Borrelli said recruiting Colin was a humbling experience.

“The biggest thing was his dad’s reputation as a coach in the state of Ohio,” Borrelli said. “It was an honor to recruit his son and have him interested in our program.” Jim said he was proud of Colin’s choice to become a Chippewa and create his own legacy. “He can make a name for himself,” he said. “He can be out on his own, which I think is an important part of the educational process. He’s a great athlete, a great kid. Colin has made me a proud uncle.” Having coached Colin for three years, Borrelli said that CMU was the right fit for “the kid from Cleveland.” “He’s getting a lot of attention here,” Borrelli said. “He’s one of the major guys in our program. Sometimes big schools aren’t for everyone. He’s become one of the leaders on our team. Central Michigan fits him well.” More than 60 wins later, Colin has begun to focus on becoming a leader for the Chippewas on and off the mat. “It’s a pretty big deal to me,” Colin said. “I try to lead by example in the (wrestling) room, be the hardest worker and push my teammates in the right direction. (Borrelli) talked to me this summer about taking that kind of role to be a leader. I think I have responded to that well.”

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Women’s basketball by the numbers in MAC play By Andrew McDonald Staff Reporter sports@cm-life.com

The Central Michigan women’s basketball team finds itself in third place in the Mid-American Conference West Division through 10 games. The Chippewas hold a 16-6 record overall and are 8-2 record in MAC play with eight regular season games remaining. Here is a look at how CMU has fared in the MAC by the numbers.

The amount of wins the Chippewas have at McGuirk Arena this season. Their only loss at home was against Elon in November. CMU is 5-0 at home in conference play.

The amount of points junior forward Tinara Moore has averaged the past five games. She is also averaging 8.8 rebounds and is third in the MAC in scoring behind teammate Presley Hudson and Kent State’s Larissa Lurken.

The Chippewas’ magic number. When they score 70 or more points, they are 15-1 and 7-1 in the MAC . CMU averages 76 points per game on the season and holds its opponents to 68. In three of CMU’s five losses on the road, they have scored less than 70 points.

Sophomore guard Presley Hudson set the women’s basketball single-game scoring record when she dropped 43 in a 101-92 win against Ball State on Jan. 11. She surpassed CMU video coordinator Shonda Long’s 40 points scored in the 2011 MAC tournament semifinals. Hudson went 13-of-18 from the floor while tying the program single-game record for 3-pointers made with nine.

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The number of rebounds sophomore forward Reyna Frost has in conference play this season. Frost is second in the MAC in rebounds, averaging 10.9 per outing. The Reese native is chasing the CMU career rebounding record held by Crystal Bradford, who played for CMU from 2011-15. Frost

has 564 career rebounds, while Bradford tallied 1,140 rebounds in her career. Frost is on pace to have 664 career rebounds by the end of this season and would need 476 in her final two seasons to surpass Bradford.

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CMU is averaging 7.2 3-pointers per game in the MAC. In all six of the Chippewas’ losses, they have made less than seven 3-pointers. In all five road losses on the year, CMU has only averaged 4.6 3-point shots made per game. CMU leads the MAC in 3-point shooting percentage at 38 percent per game.

This past Wednesday, CMU set a singlegame record shooting 16-for-16 from the free-throw line. Junior guard Cassie Breen and junior forward Tinara Moore did the majority of the work combing for 14 of the made free throws. CMU shoots 81 percent from the free-throw line in MAC play to lead the conference.

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That is how many total wins Head Coach Sue Guevara has in her 10-year tenure with CMU. Donita

Josh Barnhart | Staff Photographer Junior guard Cassie Breen dribbles past an opponent on Feb. 1st at McGuirk Arena.

Davenport currently holds the record with 171 total wins over 12 seasons with the team. Guevara has a 169-139 record as the Chippewas head coach, which is good for a 54.8 win percentage. The Chippewas will take on Northern Illinois on Wednesday at 8 p.m. in DeKalb, Illinois.

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Work on Mackinac Island This Summer – Make lifelong friends. The Island House Hotel and Ryba’s Fudge Shops are seeking help in all areas: Front Desk, Bell Staff, Wait Staff, Sales Clerks, Kitchen, Baristas. Dorm Housing, bonus, and discounted meals. (906) 8477196. www.theislandhouse.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GOT A JOB OPENING? Post your listing in the CM Life Classifieds. In print, and online at cm-life.com. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $275. Call anytime 989-832-2401.

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-7315703 to start your application today! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Stop OVERPAYING for your prescriptions! SAVE! Call our licensed Canadian and International pharmacy, compare prices and get $25.00 OFF your first prescription! CALL 1-800-6971808 Promo Code CDC201625 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– OXYGEN - Anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. The All-New Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 855-970-1066 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Free Pills! Viagra/Cialis! 100 MG/20MG Prices to low to Mention! Call Today 1-877-602-0194 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Can’t Afford Medications? Prescription Meds, Verified Pharmacy Affiliate in Florida. Advair, Crestor, Norvasc, Zetia, Viagra, Cialis and many more. www.affordablerxmeds.com 1-800-8116559 Valid Prescription Required. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

ACORN STAIRLIFTS The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase! **Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-2801897 for FREE DVD and brochure. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

TOP CASH PAID! For old motorcycles! 1900-1979. Dead or alive! 920-371-0494. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

AUCTIONS Live Public Auction Every Sunday at 2:00 PM, at 1007 Cass Ave., Vassar, MI. Fair Grounds. New items every week! Antiques; Tools; Household & General Merchandise. Timsauctionservice.com 989-912-8701. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CAMPUS

cash

FISHING

Vacation Cabins for Rent in Canada. Fish for abundant walleye, perch, northern pike. Boats, motors, gasoline included. For free brochure call Hugh 1-800426-2550 www.bestfishing.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

MATTRESSES

Adjustable Bed Brand New with Imcomfort gel memory foam mattress. Retail Cost $5,900.00, sacrifice for $997.00. Call for showing or delivery: 989-615-2951. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

MEDICAL

DOWNLOAD LOCAL COUPONS AND SAVE!

campuscashcoupons.com

CASH ME AT THE FIT CENTER Howbow dah?

NEW 10,000 SQ FT FIT CENTER FULL COURT INDOOR BASKETBALL COURT Sign before 2/10/17 and get a free gift! Call: (989)-779-7900 www.tallgrassapts.com

.VIAGRA!! 52 Pills for only $99.00. Your #1 trusted provider for 10 years. Insured and Guaranteed Delivery. Call today 1-800-404-1282 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FOR SALE

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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

GOT SOMETHING TO SELL? List it in the CM Life Classifieds. In print, and online at cmlife.com. Call (989) 774LIFE to place your ad.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BUILT BEST BARNS Michigan’s Largest Pole Barn Company. Best Quality, Best Service, January Specials, Order Now and Save! 24’x24’x8’=$7495.00; 24’x32’x8’=$8495.00; 24’x40’x10’=$10,495.00; 3 0 ’ x 4 0 ’ x 1 0 ’ = $ 11 , 4 9 5 . 0 0 ; 32’x48’x12’=$16,495.00. Completely Built, (Concrete Floor Optional) License/Insured 1-877-8029591 (Office) 989-205-2534 (Cell) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Explore all the possibilities in the Classified Pages of Central Michigan Life. In print, and online at cm-life.com. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SERVICES

Flat roof leaking? Amazing new solution. Superior latex silicone liquid roof. Call today for a free estimate, thank you. Dealers wanted - call for details. 269-277-0499 www.slocumsmith.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DIRECTV. NFL Sunday Ticket (FREE!) w/Choice All-Included Package. $60/mo for 24 months. No upfront costs or equipment to buy. Ask about next day installation! 1800-917-3607 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MEET SINGLES RIGHT NOW! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 800-993-0464 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A place for mom. The nation’s largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-800-520-3521 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CENTRAL MICHIGAN LIFE y CM-LIFE.COM y FEB. 6, 2017

CENTRAL MICHIGAN LIFE

CLASSIFIEDS

FORGET TRAFFIC

Big Impact.

You can walk to school!

C M - L I F E . CO M /C LA SS I F I E D S

436 MOORE HALL, CMU, MOUNT PLEASANT, MI 48859 P: 989-774-LIFE F: 989-774-7805

1-2 ISSUES: $8.50 PER ISSUE 3-4 ISSUES: $8.00 PER ISSUE 5-8 ISSUES: $7.75 PER ISSUE 9+ ISSUES: $7.50 PER ISSUE

15 WORD MINIMUM PER CLASSIFIED AD BOLD, ITALIC AND CENTERED TYPE ARE AVAILABLE ALONG WITH OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES LIKE AD ATTRACTORS.

RISE ABOVE THE REST

SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS

DISH TV - BEST DEAL EVER! Only $39.99/mo. Plus $14.99/mo Internet (where avail.) FREE Streaming. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms.) FREE HD-DVR. Call 1-800-840-9379 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SAVE on internet and TV bundles! Order the best exclusive cable and satellite deals in your area! If eligible, get up to $300 in Visa Gift Cards. CALL NOW! 1-800-807-1095 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

NEW AT&T INTERNET OFFER. $20 and $30/mo plans available when you bundle. 99% Reliable. 100% Affordable. HURRY, OFFER ENDS SOON, CALL NOW 1-800-830-3921 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GET CLEAN TODAY. Free 24/7 Helpline for alcohol & drug addiction treatment. Get help! It is time to take your life back! Call Now: 855-667-5329 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FAST Internet! HughesNet Satellite Internet. High-Speed. Avail Anywhere. Speeds to 15 mbps. Starting at $59.99/mo. Call for Lim-

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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CHERRY STREET TOWNHOUSES ** Walk to Class / Walk Downtown **

2-4 PERSON FREE CABLE, INTERNET, MICROWAVE, WASHER, DRYER, DISHWASHER

CALL TODAY! 989-773-2333 or go to www.om-apts.com

ited Time Price! 1-800-491-8935

NOTICES LUNG CANCER? And 60+ Years Old? If So, You And Your Family May Be Entitled To A Significant Cash Award. Call 888838-0520 To Learn More. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Appian Way

1200 W. Campus

3-4 Bedrooms New counter-tops Washer & dryer Close to campus New appliances New hardwood/ Vinyl floors

3-4 Bedroom town-homes Free internet & cable Practically on campus Two bath

PEOPLE RESPOND TO COLOR! You can maximize your advertising power by up to 85% by placing color in your ad. So, next time you advertise, add a big splash of vibrant color and see what an enormous change it can make!

Sign before 2/10/17 to receive a free gift!

Call: (989)-779-7900 www.appianwaytownhomes.com

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HERITAGE SQUARE

NOW LEASING!

**Walk to Class / Walk to the Cabin **

FALL 2017 2-6 PERSON HOUSES AND APTS

TOWNHOUSES

FREE INTERNET! FREE CABLE! NO FEES!

TONS OF AMENITIES AND FREEBIES

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF CAMPUS

•4 Bed, 2 Bath • Dishwashers • Washer & Dryers

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•3 or 4 People • Central Air • Patios

FROM MAIN TO BROOMFIELD

CALL TODAY! 989-773-2333

CALL TODAY 989-773-2333 TEXT OMAPTS TO 41411

or go to www.om-apts.com

WESTERN ISLANDS

Polly Wanna Color!

3 & 4 PER 4 BR TOWN HOMES 21/2 BATH • STARTS AT $410

Limited Time Only!

FREE FURNITURE WHEN YOU SIGN A LEASE!

• FREE CABLE & WI-FI • GYM & TANNING MEMBERSHIP • WASHER & DRYER • DISHWASHER LOCATED BEHIND MOORE HALL

44974SKD-57 Table Desk

44568SKD-57 Nightstand

NO DEPOSIT 772-2222

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44560SKD-57 End Table

44562SKD-57 Coffee Table

44764SKD-57 Entertainment Console

People are much more likely to respond to ads in color.

436 Moore Hall • (989) 774-LIFE www.cm-life.com

FEB. 6, 2017 | CENTRAL MICHIGAN LIFE | CM-LIFE.COM

THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

PUT YOUR LOVE

INTO WORDS! Valentine’s Personals

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Monday, February 13th Plus, Online February 13th - 15th

Hurry! Deadline is Friday, February 10 @ Noon

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ENTER TO WIN!

Dinner and a Movie!

All Valentine’s Day Personals in CM Life will be placed in a drawing to win Dinner and a Movie (for TWO) at Mountain Town Station and Celebration! Cinema, Mt. Pleasant No purchase necessary to win. Entry is available at cm-life.com by clicking on the Valentine’s Day Personals web button/link. Download the PDF, and send or drop off your entry form at the CM Life offices in 436 Moore Hall, CMU, Mt. Pleasant, MI, on or before Feb 10, 2017 at Noon.

Fill in one word in each blank below!

(15 words or less)

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436 M O O R E H A L L • MT. P L E A S A N T, M I 48859 989.774.3493

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