Volume 50, Issue 20 by The Crow's Nest

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Largest student film festival comes to USFSP

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Professor marks 32 years at USFSP

Broncos win! p. 3

Campaigning in the snow

By Jeffrey Zanker Staff Reporter Pamela Muller has the best view of the bay on campus. While working in her office, Muller, 67, looks out her window to see her research field: the water. “I usually see dolphins swimming by,” she said. “I almost get to see them every day.” For 32 years, she has taught oceanography to graduate students in the college of marine sciences located at the USF St. Petersburg campus. “I probably lecture too much and tell too many stories,” she said. After taking classes with Muller, Natasha Mendez, a graduate student in biological oceanography, finds her to be a great mentor on how to succeed in science as a woman. “(Muller) is always looking for ways to keep students engaged and make sure you understand the material,” Mendez said. “Don’t let her age fool you… her energy is just amazing.” She was never one to work behind a desk. She has traveled around the world, met with marine scientists, and dived off coral reefs. What began as an interest in college became a master’s thesis, and ultimately a career for Muller. She spent close to 30 years researching benthic foraminifera – shelled, single-celled amoebas that live on the coral reefs or the ocean floor. Called “star sand” for their shape, forams feed bacteria, perform photosynthesis and act as surrogates for coral reef studies. “They were just one component of a bigger picture,” Muller said. “Forams are a productive part for the reefs.”

Courtesy of Kristina Sonstroem

During the whirlwind 10-day adventure to New Hampshire, two USFSP students posed with a cardboard cutout of Democratic contender Hillary Clinton and former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean, who was campaigning for Clinton. The students got close to several of the candidates, including Donald Trump, who posed for a photo holding up a USF St. Pete T-shirt. For more photos and excerpts from the students blogs, see page 8.

Continued on p. 3 Courtesy of Road to the White House 2016

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News Briefs Monday, Feb. 8 HAB Condom Casino

USC Ballrooms // 7 - 10 p.m. Learn about sexual health and play condom poker with your friends. The educational event will include snacks and a variety of prices.

Tuesday, Feb. 9 Off Campus Housing Fair

USC Ballrooms // noon - 3:30 p.m.

Looking to rent an apartment or house? USFSP Housing & Resident Life will hold a fair to offer students important information about housing opportunities in the St. Petersburg community. The event is also worth 300 Pete Points.

Wednesday, Feb. 10 USFSP By the Decades: Pursuing a New Identity

Nelson Poynter Library // noon - 1 p.m. The library will host the fourth of five lively discussions on the topic “Pursuing a New Identity” from 19952005. Jim Schnur, Special Collections Librarian and Sudsy Tschiderer, university graduate and longtime staffer, will discuss the college’s history and culture with special guests Dr. Bill Heller, Dr. Jay Sokolovsky, Erin Dunn and more. Light snacks will be provided.

Friday, Feb. 12 Bay to Bay Distance Learning Symposium

USC Ballroom // 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Feat u r i ng world renow ned speaker Ken Robinson, best known for his TEDx Talk Do Schools Kill Creativity?, will be speaking alongside several USFSP affiliates on the future of the school. The conference will highlight innovation, and how individual commitments can promote growth and understanding.

Campus MovieFest comes to USFSP By Tamiracle Williams and Caitlin Ashworth Staff Reporters Student f ilmma kers have a chance to go to Hollywood. Campus MovieFest (CMF) --the self-proclaimed largest student film festival- will be making a stop at USF St. Petersburg for a week of movie-making. All USFSP students are welcome to participate and will have from Feb. 17 to Feb. 23 to create a fiveminute film. Through CMF, students will have access to equipment such as a MacBook Pro with Adobe Creative Cloud and HD cameras, as well as training -- all for free. Students interested in producing a film, register at the CMF website and will be able to pick up materials

needed on the festival’s launch on Feb. 17. According to the organization’s website, CMF was founded in 2001 by four students at Emory University in Atlanta and today the event has grown to more than one million student participants. Top 16 films will be showcased at a “red carpet event” on Feb. 29 in the University Student Center Ballroom. Four films will be named Jury Award winners, advancing to the national competition in Hollywood and receive a 12-month membership to Adobe Creative Cloud. These winners will also be in the running for a chance to be featured at the Cannes Film Festival in France.

Supplies provided Rules -Apple MacBook Pro -Adobe Creative Cloud -Panasonic/Lumix HD camera -Sennheiser sound equipment -500 GB portable hard drive -1000+ royalty-free songs -24/7 technical support

1. Film must be 5 minutes, 00 seconds and 00 frames, or less

Must be shot and edited within the seven-day moviemaking period. Pre-production such as script, casting and location is acceptable.

3. No nudity.

4. Crew members must be students. Cast can be anyone. Participates can produce more Go to www.campusmoviefest.com/USFSP Launch: Feb. 17 // noon to 5 p.m. // Student than one movie within the seven-day movi-making period. Life Center Lobby Collection: Feb. 23 // 2-6 p.m. Finale: Feb. 29 // 7:30 p.m. // University Read more rules at www.campusmoviefest.com/rules Student Center Ballroom

Free Art Friday

Downtown St. Petersburg // noon Artists and vendors will place their art downtown, tagged with “Free Art Friday” and their email address, left for locals to find. Once you find a piece, contact the artist to thank them for sharing their art with the community. It is asked that you limit yourself to one piece.

Courtesy of Harborside Activities Board

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Denver Broncos win Super Bowl 50, 24-10 By Ryan Callihan Staff Reporter It’s true what they say. The best offense is a good defense. And the Denver Broncos defense led the way to a 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 on Sunday. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning and the Denver offense started strong on the opening drive, moving down the field with relative ease. But the Broncos quickly settled for a field goal on that drive and the rest of the game was largely a battle of defensive attrition. This is the second time in Super Bowl history that the number one offense has been pitted against the number one defense. The Denver Broncos’ best-in-league defense proved to be too much for the Carolina Panthers’ best-in-league offense to handle. Both Manning and Panthers quarterback Cam Newton struggled to get momentum going during the game. Newton, who was named MVP of the league at the NFL Honors ceremony on Saturday, had one

of his worst outings of the season during the game. He totaled 265 yards passing, 45 yards rushing, one interception, two lost fumbles and completed just 44 percent of his passes. Inaccurate throwing and poor ball security plagued the Panthers throughout the game. Moreover, Newton was constantly flushed out of the pocket and sacked six times. Manning’s offense struggled throughout the game as well. He threw for just 141 yards, was sacked five times and only completed 57 percent of his passes. Neither quarterback threw a touchdown pass in the game. Denver’s special teams made a strong contribution to the victory. Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood set a Super Bowl record by running back a punt 61 yards, the longest ever in Super Bowl history. Manning made Super Bowl history as well by becoming the oldest quarterback to win a Super Bowl at 39. This also marks his second Lombardi trophy and his 200th win, surpassing Brett Favre for most NFL victories as a quarterback.

While Manning didn’t confirm whether or not SB50 would be his final game before retirement, he did admit that he already decided on Sunday night’s post-game plans. “I’m gon na d r i n k a lot of Budweiser tonight, Tracy. I can promise you that,” Manning said in an interview with CBS reporter Tracy Wolfson. Manning just completed his

18th NFL season, and his fourth with the Broncos. This win will give him his second Super Bowl ring, a success enjoyed by Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger, and his brother, Eli Manning. This is the third time the Denver Broncos franchise has won a Super Bowl. Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller had 2.5 sacks and forced both

of Newton’s fumbles on Sunday night, one of which, was recovered in the endzone for a Broncos touchdown. Miller was named the SB50 MVP.

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Instructor studies marine life and gives insight to gender equality She has given lectures addressing the impact of pollution on reefs and forams as she has examined the history and relationship between the two. Muller was one of the first to find bleaching occurrences in the reefs. She has been assisted by her grad students to track down bleaching in the Florida Keys and document its impact on forams. Their research led to the publication of 2003 “Foraminifera in Reef Assessment and Monitoring (FoRAM) Index” Muller studied oceanography at the University of Hawaii where she earned her master’s in 1977. “The ocean was our classrooms’ back door,” she said. For Muller, oceanography is “ecology on steroids,” covering diverse components ranging from the surface to the ocean floor. “The oceans are so interrelated with Earth’s history that we can learn much from it,” she said. But as much as she has accomplished, it wasn’t always easy for Muller. In 1998, she joined five female

professors in a class action lawsuit against the university for gender discrimination in salaries. The group claimed their salaries were lower than male full-time professors as well as wage inequities in raises and promotions without reason. Muller researched salary disparities and found that full-time female professors were paid $20,000 less than their male counterparts. “At the time, women faculty members were earning 80 percent of what the men earned,” she said. The university responded by denying the issue existed. But they weren’t the only ones – there were 10 previous federal lawsuits on discrimination based on sex, race and nationality. “Some campus members were saying that women were not as productive as the men or (hadn’t) been around as long,” she said. The case was settled later that year by giving each plaintiff $144,000 and a 40 percent raise. “We had the best single case data to show for salary adjustment.

My goal was to see women receive the salaries they deserve.” She has given speeches about her research, and discussions on gender discrimination. One of her friends said that “equal opportunities do not provide the doorway; it provides the doorknob.” She resides in St. Petersburg with her husband John, a biologist for the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. She is currently the editor for the Journal of Foraminiferal Research. Du r i ng her c a reer, she received several awards such as the USF Graduate Mentor of the Year in 2014 at the College of Marine Sciences. Nearing the age of retirement, Muller acknowledges that her career is “winding down” and said she hopes to retire after working with her current group of graduate students. “It has been both fun and frustrating,” she said.

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“I hope I made a difference for students and the campus.

For 32 years, professor Pamela Muller has taught at USFSP, returning each day to a waterfront office filled with research books, marine samples and a large world map.

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By Devin Rodriguez Staff Reporter A bandit is more than just a masked-man looking to rob a train, according to a new coffee shop off Central Avenue, a bandit is an independent idealist, who wants to change the way people think –about coffee. Bandit Coffee opened on Feb. 1 and is run by three, 25-year-old entrepreneurs Chris Costanza and Joshua and Sarah Weaver. The crew has been working tirelessly, attending to the shop from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m, daily. “Putting this place together has been difficult,” said Sarah. “We had to do everything ourselves.” Although the team received some help from family, the 1950s building needed work. According to Joshua, duct-tape held up the corners of the walls. “The work has been nonstop. A lot of it wasn’t up to code,” said Joshua. “It’s amazing that we’ve gotten the kind of compliments we’ve had.” Joshua said they want to add long tables in the front and smaller, bistro-style tables on the side facing 27 Street S. The owners aren’t interested in expanding across the state, saying that remaining independent is an important goal.

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Bandit coffee opens

New shop is run by three young entrepreneurs

Courtesy of Katie Callihan

Bandit Coffee opened Feb. 1 on the corner on Central Avenue and 27th Street S. Sarah Weaver, one of the shop’s owners said that everything in the shop has a purpose and contributes to the store’s open and minimal design.

“We’re a local business, not a corporate one, and we don’t want to get to that level,” said Joshua.

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Joshua Weaver, 25, is making a “pour over coffee” from a single origin coffee bean.

“Our goal is not to spread our name in terms of location, I would rather spread our name in terms of our level of involvement in the community. We want a high level of impact, not a large number of shops.” Anyone who walks into Bandit can get a simple order of hot coffee fast, as the baristas brew new batches every 30 minutes to keep the “hot coffee” fresh. “For the people who want to nerd out, we have a series of single origin beans for espresso or pour over,” Sarah said. “We love to talk to people about coffee.” “Single origin beans” signifies that every bean in the bag comes from a specific region. Since there is only one source for the beans, there are distinct differences in the taste, or notes, of the coffee. Single origin differs from store

bought coffee since those bags mix a variety of beans found in different regions to ensure consistency throughout the year. Bandit plans to consistently rotate its coffee selection which will give customers different experiences throughout the year. The shop has a custom-made Slayer espresso machine, in black and white to match the store’s interior design. The tables are made of steel and wood, and the space is open. The trio says that their style is minimal on purpose. “Everything in here has a purpose,” said Joshua. “We don’t want to clutter everything up with expensive furniture. We didn’t want to spend five times more on something when we could invest less and make by hand.” All three baristas are artists,

too. Sarah and Joshua both have bachelor’s degrees in graphic design and Costanza is a musician in the local hard-core band Limbs. They wanted to create a place that artists could work freely. Near the back of the shop, the group plans to open “Bandit Backspace” which will consist of a desk area and warehouse. Artists will be able to rent Backspace to create music videos, a studio area or a display room. “Coffee is an art and a science,” Sarah said. “You have these very specific parameters that you maintain for consistency, but there is enough room to play and make something unique. You have to maintain what’s been done before, but add yourself into it.”

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200 vendors at Williams Park for third Localtopia

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Deadly Rival Roller Derby poses by their booth at Localtopia. Deadly Rivals play in the only banked roller derby ring in Florida at the Slayground in St Pete. The all-girls team could be sited rolling around on their skates throughout the park in deadly gear.

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Ari and the Alibis took to the main stage to perform a series of genre-defying songs, blending elements of jazz, funk, blues and rock. Lead by front-woman Arielleh “Ari” McManus, the band has been together for two years, and is based out of Sarasota.

By Devin Rodriguez Staff Reporter Two concert stages, a skateboard ramp, a double-decker bus and a block of food trucks covered Williams Park to celebrate the third annual “Localtopia: a community celebration of all things

local.” Even though rain and cold weather dampened the mood on Saturday, plenty of shoppers walked through the outdoor stands perusing handcrafted clothing, jewelry and accessories. At the event, Mayor Rick Kriseman announced that beginning

Feb. 21, free Wi-Fi will be available at Williams Park. In a Facebook post, he wrote the addition will marks the “beginning of a new era for the park.” This matches the recent initiative to decentralize the bus stations to change the way people utilize and think of downtown’s oldest recreation area.

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Mayor Rick Kriseman poses with the tbt* to celebrate all things local at Saturday’s third annual Localtopia event, where he announced that free Wi-Fi will be offered throughout the park.

Wildlife documentary inspires conservation By Moriah Parrish Staff Reporter One thousand miles and 70 days through Florida’s wilderness were captured in the documentary The Forgotten Coast: Return to Wild Florida. Explorers Mallory Dimmitt, Carlton Ward Jr. and Joe Guthrie completed the journey designed to raise awareness about Florida’s Wildlife Corridor, the state’s “forgotten coast.” The FWC is a network of terrains that stretch from the headwaters of the Everglades across rural Florida and along the Gulf Coast – finally ending at the AlabamaFlorida border. On Feb 3., the USF St. Petersburg biolog y department partnered with the Environmental Science and Sustainability Club to host a viewing of the film, in the college’s University Student Center. Dimmitt and Ward Jr. introduced the film and answered questions after the showing. Ward Jr., photographer at FWC, served as the film’s photographer, while Dimmitt works as a

conservationist with the organization. Guthrie is a wildlife biologist based in Charlottesville, V.A., who helped the team track a bear’s trail, ensuring the authenticity of their chosen route. From Jan. 10 to March 20, 2015, the group used bikes, kayaks, paddleboards and intrepid hiking to complete the journey. “FWC” also serves as the name of the conservation group dedicated to protecting the area – a region under constant threat of increasing property development. The FWC aims to preserve and raise awareness of natural paths that are still used by large, wild species like black bears, white-tailed deer and Florida panthers. Throughout the film, scenic shots of wilderness and wildlife are interspersed with the hiker’s musings about the environmental issues affecting the various regions explored. Footage taken from cameras attached to bears and panthers show the crew attempting dangerous highway crossings that kill scores of large animals each year. When asked about their favorite

parts of the expedition, Dimmitt spoke about a scene where she swam with dolphins. “They were feeding right in front of me, and one swam right past, looked at me and made a noise!” Ultimately, the film seems to does what it intends to — viewers are left awe-struck by the immersive images of Florida’s mysterious side, and instilled with the desire to preserve it. And FWC offered filmgoers a tool to do just that, in an envelope. Pre-stamped, and left on each seat, were envelopes that contained informative letters regarding the preservation of the FWC. The letters included a list of contact information for all of Florida’s state representatives. The written appeals encouraged legislators to use the state’s Amendment 1 funds for permanent conservation of these wilderness areas. Amendment 1 – the Water and Land Conservation Amendment – was passed in Florida in Nov. 2014 with a 75 percent approval rating, endowing the state’s Water and Land Legacy coalition $10 billion

Courtesy of Carlton Ward Jr. / Carlton Ward Photography

USFSP sustainability club and biology program invited environmentalists to show their documentary that chronicles their 70-day, 1,000-mile journey along Florida’s “Forgotten Coast.”

over the next 20 years for the purposes of purchasing areas that surround crucial wildlife habitats, and ensuring water quality preservation extending down through the Everglades.

The film, directed by Eric Bendick and produced by Grizzly Creek Films, premiered in November 2015. It will air a second time on WUSF in April, but is available for immediate purchase from floridawildlifecorridor.org.

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Backpacking in Florida? But where?

By Jason Saab Staff Reporter

When was the last time you disconnected yourself for a little while? When was the last time you t u r ne d of f t he s c re en a nd absorbed your surroundings instead of what was in your hand? Have you ever wanted to experience nature without the weight of social media in your pocket? You may think, “Where could I even go to do that in the bustling city of St. Petersburg? I live in the mountainless underbelly of the United States that is Florida.” Well, my friend, behold the beautiful forests and peaceful rivers that you can visit – right in your backyard. Not many people know, but Florida has a lively backpacking scene with hiking opportunities just a few hours away in almost any direction. With so many choices available, you’ll always have somewhere new to explore. Both the Myakka River and Little Manatee River State Park make the perfect setting for day,

even overnight, backpacking trips if you’re looking for somewhere close. Further up north we have the Withlacoochee area of the Florida trail, as well as the Ocala National Forest, but you might need a bear bag for that one. “Backpack ing” t y pica l ly involves a two, or more, day hike where everything you need to survive fits in your backpack. This includes all the water and food you’ll eat, hiking gear, as well as things like toilet paper and first aid kits. Though this may sound daunting, you don’t need to get into it all at once. A lot of people start out with day hikes just to see how they’ll enjoy the experience, and then start collecting backpacking gear little by little. This is not a cheap hobby by any means, however. You’ll need a backpack suited to carry anywhere between 30 to 50 pounds comfortably. You’ll also need a sleeping bag, and headlamp to navigate in the dark. But these are just a few of the necessities, and you do have options. While some people prefer to sleep in a tent, portable hammocks

Myakka River, one of Florida’s oldest and largest state parks, extends about 57 miles throughout Sarasota county and provides numerous opportunities for camping, canoeing and backpacking.

work just as well and usually cost less. If you decide to go that route, purchase a rainfly, which is a tarp that protects your hammock from the elements and helps keep you dry. You’ll also need a solid pair of shoes. All-terrain running shoes usually work, and hiking boots will do the job since you want something sturdier than regular sneakers. Once you get out there, don’t expect to be roasting marshmallows around a fire every night. You will need to pack a stove and a few cooking supplies to ensure you have the energy for the long trek ahead. Simple mea ls like oatmea l, instant potatoes and packaged corn are both lightweight and filling. A lt hough Florida is t he

International student experiences Gasparilla

By Indhira Suero Acosta Crows’s Nest Contributer

As an international student, attending Tampa’s Gasparilla Pirate Festival for the first time was an excellent way to see how the people here celebrate. Apart from my fea rs about the “wild” festival – which were mainly invoked by several warnings from fellow classmates – I found the event was entertaining, safe and diverse. The effort everyone put into crafting their costumes and decorating their ships was astounding. It was particularly pleasant to see multiple generations come together in one place just to have fun. The experience reinforced my belief that immersing yourself in a new place is extremely important. International students: I highly recommend exploring this country

as much as possible, because it really has a lot to offer. Often, many let everyday worries prevent them from seeing the qualities of their new surroundings, while others fearlessly embrace it. At first, being in a new city in a foreign country is a little intimidating – it certainly was for me when I arrived here six months ago. And sometimes, you simply

mountainless underbelly, extensive hikes will take a toll on the body – they’re not cake-walks by any means. These excursions involve walking uphill on various terrains while carrying about 40 pounds of gear on your back. But that doesn’t mean it won’t be fun. Going with friends will make the experience twice as unforgettable, at the least, and can help split up the gear. For more information on backpacking routes and day trips, visit f loridahikes.com — the website offers trail information, directions and a ton of other useful tips. Jason Saab, a senior in journalism and media studies, is the news editor. He can be reached at jasaab@ mail.usf.edu

Dominican Republic native explores the cultural landscape of Tampa Bay

don’t have enough time to venture out with all the tests, assignments and other responsibilities. But in the end of this adventure, besides the knowledge you’ll gain, it’s equally important to get to know the people, culture and traditions of the area. That’s why I and my friend from Hong Kong decided to reserve one

day after class each week to discover something new in St. Petersburg. The best part? We always feel like we have no idea where we’re going. It’s refreshing to just explore and uncover all the city has to offer to its visitors. As well, going out introduces you to different types of people, giving you a fresh perspective of life. By talking to strangers, you get the chance to escape your comfort zone and jump into the unknown. These practices also help erase preconceived prejudices and biases, which will simply help you grow into a better human being. Of course, it’s important to have good grades and to accomplish your educational goals. But try to relax and live life to the fullest while you’re at it.

Courtesy of Indhira Suero Acosta

A zealous crowd cheers for legendary pirate Jose Gasper as he returned to invade Tampa Bay, equipped with a crew of Buccaneers and a fully-rigged ship called the “Jose Gasparilla.”

Indhira Suero Acosta is an international graduate student in journalism and media studies. She can be reached at indhirasuero@mail.usf. edu

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Students politic with presidential candidates Continued from front cover

T he y have ma n ne d phone banks, gone door-to-door in countless neighborhoods, gotten front seats at candidate appearances and posed for photos with Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Jeb Bush and Hillary Clinton. And some of them have seen snow for the first time. For more than a week, New

Hampshire has been the epicenter of the 2016 presidential campaign, more than 20 students from the University of South Florida St. Petersburg have been in the middle of the action. Under the direction of political science professor Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan, the students have worked in the campaigns

of seven of the candidates seeking a strong showing in Tuesday’s important New Hampshire primary. McLauchlan, herself a veteran of several campaigns, has led this class every four years since 2004. She and the students move quickly from class seminars and field trips to campaign events. They have even made news

themselves. They appeared in the campaign coverage of the New York Times, CBS News, News Channel 8 in Tampa, the Miami Herald, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune and other news outlets. This is what some of the students have posted on the blogs they are maintaining during the 10-day internship.

Samantha Kendall, Bernie Sanders campaign So we were minding our own business, working in our mini office, when there was a knock at the door. It was a reporter and photographer from the New York Times there to interview us about working on the campaign. It w a s a b s o lu t e l y i n s a n e . The NEW YORK TIMES WAS INTERVIEWING ME. It was the greatest moment of my life. And then a TV crew and a reporter from

(the cable TV network) Al Jazeera America popped into the room and interviewed us some more. Oh, and then CBS News dropped by after that for some more interviews. Af ter CBS, a reporter from a local New Hampshire paper stopped by as well, followed by some really cool guys from an organization called HeadCount. They are a nonprofit organization that travels all over the United States to

different concerts and events and registers people to vote! There are also some really cool people working in our office. We’ve got a couple of Aussies, we met a Panamanian, and we also have a refugee from Sudan as one of our supervisors. Probably the most diverse political campaign office that has ever existed, ha ha.

Courtesy of Samantha Kendall

Antonio Permuy, Hillary Clinton campaign It’s been a while since I last had to canvass, and today was a little more challenging because we had to go knocking on doors in the rain. However, any time it got difficult, I just remembered Hillary’s energy and drive from the day before and her overall perseverance in the past, and I got through it. Our office has a simple sign on the ceiling that reads, “Call by call,

knock by knock, inch by inch,” which really captures the spirit and tone of the closeness of this race and how hard-fought it will be …. Hillary herself is keenly aware of this and that major, lasting progress is rarely achieved through a short burst or swell of revolution, but rather a series of carefully and patiently taken steps that are

regularly tended to and followed up with over time. I’m proud of my work, proud of my candidate, and see my own goa ls being projected by a nd through her. I really do feel a connection with her and identify with her and her ability to endure anything, bounce back and keep standing through it all. Courtesy of Antonio Permuy

Courtney Fornof, Marco Rubio campaign It has been an early and exciting morning! We departed our hotel at 6 a.m. to attend a town hall for Marco Rubio in Bow, New Hampshire. Sen. Rubio is a great public speaker and is very good at connecting with his audience on a

personal level. He was generous enough to take the time to answer audience questions, and I was lucky enough to sit in the front row and take it all in. Something I especially love about Rubio is that he isn’t afraid to talk off script, and he is clear on

the ideas he is planning to bring to the presidency. I encourage you all to research and watch some of his speeches. He really is a great and motivating speaker.

Courtesy of Courtney Fornof

Emily Hughes, Jeb Bush campaign

To say that yesterday was incredible would be an understatement …. (At the Bush campaign headquarters) we spent a few hours (phone) banking and helping get things set up around the office … Around 4 p.m. we were told the boss was coming in. And that’s

when the office went into hyper mode. Everyone was frantically making calls, looking productive and anxiously awaiting the governor (Bush) to come in. Once he arrived he took the time to personally thank each of the volunteers and shake their hands….

Later that evening at dinner, my friends began to blow up my phone. It appears I had made the cover photo of online magazine BuzzFeed!

Courtesy of Emily Hughes

Salvador Encinas, Ted Cruz campaign We got up really early (to get to) Sen. Marco Rubio’s town hall event in Bow. For me, it was the first time (seeing) a sitting U.S. senator! After the town hall, we were

Courtesy of Salvador Encinas

dropped off at our campaigns. At the Cruz HQs, I phone banked for several hours until I and the other volunteers helped in Sen. Cruz’s town hall event in Nashua.

It was a great pleasure for me to shake hands and have a picture with a potential president of the United States!