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2,650 MILES TO THE SOUL PG 38

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M I N D F U L N E S S & M E D I TAT I O N HER CAMPUS INTROVERTS UNITE...

THE ANGEL SHOT

passport 2 2 / T H E VA L L E Y 2 6 / R U G B Y ' S F O R E I G N A LT H E T E S

spotlight 3 2 / V E T E R A N S & T H E B R OT H E R H O O D O F WA R 38 / 2,650 MILES TO THE SOUL

fashion 4 4 / F I T N E S S FA S H I O N

mind & body 50 / #GAININGWEIGHTISCOOL

food & drink 52 54 56 58

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YOUR CUP OF TEA WILD BERRY MINT MOJITO C H E AT D AY MEALS IN A MUG

after dark 60 / PULSE8 ft. ALEX & SIERRA 62 / BAR CALENDAR F ro n t c ov e r p h o t o by X a n d e r Fu / D e s i g n e d by Va n e s s a C r u z Back cover photo by Jack Lambert

pulse staff N I C O L E T R E J O -VA L L I / e d i t o r- i n - c h i e f VA N E S S A C R U Z / c r e a t i v e d i r e c t o r

editorial MANDI RINGGENBERG / associate editor SIMONE CORBETT / features editor BAILEE WICKS / assistant editor LEXI PHILLIPS / copy editor

design & photography JACK LAMBERT / director of photography MADDIE BUSH / graphic designer XANDER FU / photographer ELIZABETH MASON / graphic designer TAY LO R M O R R E L L / g r a p h i c d e s i g n e r ELIZABETH WEDDLE / photographer

contributors C H R I S T I N A B L A C K , DA N I E L C AVA N AU G H , H A N N A H C OT T L E , JONNIE CROSSLAND, JESSICA GRIFFIN, SARAH JOHNSON, MCKENNA LAUTENBACH, ELIZABETH MCCANN, JON OLSENKOZIOL, MANNY RIVERA, MEGAN SCHRENK, JAMES STUCK, R U N E T O R G E R S E N , J E S S I E W H I TA K E R , YO O YO U N G L E E

faculty adviser JENNIFER GREEN (509) 963.1066 / jgreen@cwu.edu

business manager TA R A LO N G (509) 963.1026 / taral@cwu.edu

Pulse Magazine is a student-run lifestyle magazine, both in print and online at www.cwupulse.com. Student editors make policy and content decisions for the magazine, which serves as a public forum for student expression. Pulse serves the Central Washington University community with informative, engaging and interactive content covering campus and community life, trends and issues, and providing practical magazine and multimedia training.

editor’s note Just last week my staff and I were able to represent Pulse at the Midwinter National College Journalism Convention of the Associated Collegiate Press in San Francisco, CA. The trip not only helped me escape from the never-ending snowfall, but also allowed me to be present and soak up everything going on around me.

The outcome was something I could have only dreamed of—my first issue as editor-in-chief placed second as "Feature Magazine" for Best of Show. It was such an incredible accomplishment, and I mean this from the very bottom of my heart that none of this could have been possible without my team.

Being able to know when times get tough and piecing everything together seems almost impossible, it’s reassuring to know that someway, somehow, everything will fall right into place.

In this issue we dive into war, soul searching, self-appreciation, and many more.

One story in particular is Veterans and the Brotherhood of War, found on page 32, which was inspired by my grandpa, a World War II veteran. He is someone who I admire dearly and knowing that he sometimes feels forgotten for his service makes me want to change that. But for me, I wouldn’t consider this my story; instead it’s their story to tell—a veteran’s story.

The story describes the process throughout the stressful situations combat upholds, what it’s like to walk away with lifelong friendships, and the effects post-traumatic stress disorder can cause and what’s being done to help manage it.

And for less heavier topics we have a young woman who went on a 2,650-mile journey from the border of Mexico to the border of Canada for a soul-searching discovery on page 38. And those who need a mental break and want to learn the power that mindfulness and meditation encompasses from a Buddhist monk retreat in Thailand then flip to page 13.

I hope you all enjoy this issue and happy spring break!

Reading Your Pulse Pulse's cover story in our last issue, "Muslim at Central," generated more "likes" on Facebook than most of our stories. The writers talk about their inspiration and the significance they saw in letting Muslim students tell their own story at this specific time.

You can read the original article in Winter 2017 Issue One on www.cwupulse.com

Lexi Phillips: Not long before starting on this story, I was listening to NPR on a long car ride and I heard a segment on the current issues surrounding the election, and how Trump’s administration was affecting Muslims living in America.

And I realized something: I’ve heard and read so many opinions on these issues, but I almost never heard opinions from actual Muslims. This is the issue: whether we’re supporting or opposing an issue, we far too often speak over the people it actually affects, or don’t ask them their opinion at all.

Don’t get me wrong—I certainly don’t think I need to grant a voice to any marginalized group.

Historically, of course, the work done to promote change was done by those directly affected—in this case, Muslim people. However, if I can do my part to help Muslim people reach a broader audience so that more people can be educated, I most definitely will. Their voices are the ones that need to be heard, not mine.

Being able to talk to the people I did and hear their stories and thoughts was such a wonderful, enlightening experience; learning about Islam in class and learning about it from actual Muslim people is very different, and I didn’t realize that at first. While I’m not religious myself, talking to these people made me realize how beautiful Islam is, and how similar it is to so many other religions.

As Dr. Geraldine O’Mahony said in my interview with her, every religion is inherently peaceful— and that is something I can definitely see after writing this story.

Simone Corbett: Working on “Muslim at Central” opened my eyes to how naïve we can be to cultures and religions different than our own.

I’ll admit, prior to researching Islam for this story, I was very unaware of what it truly means to be Muslim.

Muslims are so often mistreated because of the prejudgments people make about them based on what they think they know. While interviewing the leaders of the Saudi Student Association, I felt myself becoming sad for them. The Muslim students we interviewed were so open and honest with us about difficult experiences that have really affected them.

One thing many of the students we interviewed reiterated is that we should educate ourselves on beliefs different from our own so that we don’t go about life in unknown ignorance.

My favorite quote from this story is “I am a CWU student before I am a Muslim CWU student.” These students—they are just like you and me, and they should be treated with just as much equality and respect as you expect to receive from a campus that you call home.

If you would like to learn more about Islam, visit the Saudi Student Association’s table in the SURC on Thursdays, where they hold a weekly sessions called “Talk to a Muslim.” Those we interviewed say they are always willing to answer anyone’s questions regarding Muslims, and they encourage all to have courage and ask.

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RESONATE CHURCH HAS BIG PLANS BY 2021 Story by Jonnie Crossland // Design by Maddie Bush Photos provided by Resonate Staff

They say faith can move mountains. Here at Central, faith is also moving students to Western Oregon University in Monmouth.

Resonate Church is Central’s Christian club, which was started in 2014, and now will plant another Resonate at WOU this year. This is one step of many (21, to be exact) to expand Resonate by 2021.

As a part of this process, students and Resonate staff will relocate to WOU to not only expand Resonate, but to share their love of the church’s teachings with others.

While the move from one school and state to another seems like a big change to most, the group making the switch are all driven by one common goal. They want to share the love and culture Resonate has provided for them, as well as many others at Central.

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The Idea of 21 x 21

The first Resonate started at Washington State University in 2007. From there, Resonate “planted,” or added, another Resonate in Moscow. Ellensburg was the third plant, but not until 2014.

Now, Resonate will plant every year, with Ellensburg planting church number seven in 2017, again in 2019 with the 11th church, in 2020 with the 15th church, and Central’s final church will be planted in 2021.

“21 x 21 is important because of Jesus,” says site pastor-in-training Colin Luoma, who will be making the move to WOU. “It’s not about getting bigger as a church or getting famous. If anything, it’s to make the name of Jesus famous.”

Not only will WOU benefit, but Devon Mackenzie pointed out that Central will also benefit.

“It is a given that when we leave to WOU more people will hear the gospel, but just as importantly, when we leave, new leaders at Central will start to emerge and more people at Central will hear the gospel,” Mackenzie says.

The Move

As a student, it can seem challenging enough to transfer from a community college to a university after completing your associate’s degree. But to move from one university to another in the middle of completing your degree can present its own set of challenges.

However, the challenges of changing schools are second for Central students Cristian Barrientos’ and Neve Peters’ passion for Resonate.

For Barrientos, there is of course the worry of how transferring will work. There are finances to consider and how Central’s credits will transfer over to WOU. Though these are concerns, he says, “I have learned over the past year or so that it takes some sacrifice in order to accomplish things.”

Peters laughs, but agrees that classes transferring over is a concern. She describes her personality as “needing to be in control,” but says

she plans on putting her trust in God’s plan. This concern is nothing in comparison to the people she can help, though.

“If transferring means not having classes come over correctly and means I will take longer to graduate, it is worth it because the people who do not know God’s love will be reached.”

The Motivation

Resonate has changed the lives of many at Central through baptism, services, and small group discussions. Katherine Wellenbrock is one of them, saying “What motivates me is seeing how God transformed my life, and my family and friends.”

This motivation is taking Wellenbrock along for the ride to WOU to participate in the planting.

Luoma, Mackenzie, Barrientos, and Peters all feel similar motivation in their move to WOU. Mackenzie says he prayed for a church like Resonate; one where his faith would continue to grow.

“Not only is this me giving back what people have given me, but it is also me joining in what God is doing through Resonate,” says Mackenzie.

For Peters, it wasn’t so much as continuing her faith through Resonate—it was starting one.

“I was an Atheist, but I saw this spark in my friends that made me curious about Christianity,” says Peters. “Hearing my first sermon there, I actually cried because I felt the love of Christ for the first time in my life.”

Luoma compares the Resonate culture to a family; where there is diversity and everyone brings something different to the table.

“Resonate is a family on a mission with a goal to connect the Gospel to People, People to Community, and Community to Mission,” describes Peters.

It is these people, and the Resonate community, joined on one common mission: spread the word of God to college students.

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You’re Kidding, I’m Calving Story by Jessica Griffin & Jonnie Crossland Photos by Elizabeth Weddle Design by Vanessa Cruz

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veryone associates spring as the time of year when all the new baby animals are born— but that’s not quite the case when it comes to kidding and calving season.

February, when the ground is still covered in snow and the ranchers still wear their muck boots and barn coats, is when the first calf and kid of the season are born. This is a busy and exciting time of year, and it takes a special kind of dedicated worker to do it well.

YOUNG CATTLEMAN OF THE YEAR

At the beginning of the year Ethan George was named Young Cattleman of the Year by the Kittitas County Cattlemen’s Association.

Washington’s Cattlemen’s Association (WCA) is a statewide non-profit organization headquartered in Ellensburg, Wash. According to the WCA website, the organization was established in 1925 and their mission is to be “dedicated to promoting and preserving the beef industry through producer and consumer education, legislative participation, regulatory scrutiny, and legal intervention.”

The significance of the Young Cattleman of the Year award is that the winner exemplifies this mission of the WCA. “It’s not just about what you do on the farm, but also what you can do for others,” George describes as the reasoning why he believed he won the award. Time spent at Casper College in Casper,

Wyo. on a livestock judging scholarship only helped George with his knowledge of the industry.

It was in Casper where his coach told his team to pass on what they learned to others.

George took this advice to heart, and helps coach the Kittitas County 4-H livestock judging team that goes and competes at state. For the last year now, he has been assistant coaching the state team that competes at the national level.

One of George’s biggest supporters is his girlfriend, Faith Mehal. In regards to his award, Mehal described George’s humility in receiving it—that he simply believes he was just doing his job. “Working on the family farm is all Ethan has ever known,” Mehal says. “[It’s] more than a job to him—it is a way of life.”

NO END TO THE DAY

George works on his family ranch here in Ellensburg; he has been working in the goat industry for 15 years and it’s his main area of operation. Being a rancher is a lifestyle that calls for a lot of time and a lot of hard work.

“There are no days off,” George says. “Unless you completely leave the farm for something else, but you have to be far enough away to where they can’t call you and say come back!”

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doctoring that needs to be done, but sometimes you have to factor in extra time for any potential problems.

Knowing the stock that is getting ready to calve or kid is crucial to the success of calving and kidding season. Some stock have more problems during the birthing process than others, especially if they are young. You can think of it as being a first time mom; you’re nervous, ensure of what you are doing. It’s the same time for first time for livestock as well. They need an extra eye to ensure that she knows to lay down (rather than wander), that the calf is coming out the right way, and to make sure that the calf gets cleaned off and the mother accepts the newborn.

Even if a calf or a kid is born successfully, the work doesn’t end. George must make sure that the newborn can stand up to feed from the mother, that it’s healthy, and ensure the safety of the newborn from harsh weather and predators.

“There are no set hours,” he says of his work.

“You go until there’s no daylight or mother nature fights you so hard you can’t fight it anymore or you’re just finally done.”

THE GOOD DAYS AND THE BAD

There’s also a lot of pressure leading up to calving and kidding season. “There’s a lot of anxiety and stress about a week before it happens, or two weeks before it happens,” says George. “Before you just run yourself ragged because you’re always watching and constantly and worried about this and worried about that. But once it happens, it’s not such a big deal.”

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Like any job, there are good days and bad days. “For me, probably the worst day we’ve had this year is when we had seven does [female goats] kid in one day in a 15-hour period, half of those needed assistance,” says George. When it comes to calving, some of the hardest times are due to weather. When a cow goes out to calve in a situation where there is two feet of snow, that’s what makes for difficult days. “Then you have to go out, thaw it out, and fight mother nature and fight the cow...Those are the hard days,” he says.

George says good seasons, like this year’s kidding season, looks like only losing one kid, with 15 left to kid, and the rest being active and healthy.

For calving seasons, their best was about two years ago when the market was high and they didn’t lose any of the calves.

Ranching is an around-the-clock job, and Mehal knows better than anyone that supporting a rancher “is not for the faint of heart.” Date nights look a little different than the typical dinner and a movie. “It’s not glamorous by any means,” Mehal said. “Dating a rancher isn’t for the girls who are afraid to get dirty, his lifestyle comes with a lot of mud, dirt, and cow shit.” Because of George’s unique lifestyle, Mehal explained that she usually spends a lot of time helping with chores and keeping George company as he works.

It’s a job that is full of unpredictability, long hours, and hard labor. It takes a certain person with a passion that drives them to continue each and every day.

This is a way of life that means more than awards—it means bringing new life into Kittitas County.

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MEDITATION Story by Jessie Whitaker Photos contributed by Pacific Discovery Design by Elizabeth Mason

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I used to view meditation as something I needed to check off on my list of steps to achieving a certain level of health and wellness. However, after living like a Buddhist monk for three days, I learned how meditation is so much more than a simple goal on a check list. Since this eye-opening experience, I’ve noticed a mental shift in my awareness and in my surroundings.

7,000 Miles to Mindfulness

I paired up with a program called Pacific Discovery, where I went on a three-month backpacking trip through South East Asia. Once we began, our first stop was at a Buddhist monk retreat just outside on Chiang Mai, Thailand, where we studied meditation. But I wasn’t prepared for how this retreat would completely change my perception of meditation or even myself.

We spent most our days in the temple, where we were taught to mediate standing, walking, sitting, and lying down. My fellow groupmates and I were told we could not speak unless we were in the privacy of our rooms for the remainder of our stay.

The only voice heard was our teacher, a monk in training, and the only break allowed was for lunch and dinner where we then were required to chant in Thai before eating. The chant followed the Buddhist idea that food could not be eaten for beauty or for taste, but only for sustenance and energy in this physical realm. I resisted this idea in the comfort of my mind, but could only respect the 14

Buddhist tradition and do my best to ignore my American appetite for taste and beauty.

The three days I spent there were difficult; being silent for so long tested my ability to simply clear my mind, and learn to acknowledge my thoughts while simultaneously letting go of them.

Western vs. Eastern Meditation Meditation is viewed as a way of life in Buddhism, which is different than Western trends and practices of meditation. Pulse asked three group members about their experience at the Buddhist monk retreat, and they depicted a shared commonality of great mental hardship and struggle.

“The meditation at the Buddhist monk retreat was very intense and required a lot of focus, patience, and discipline,” says Shani Rosenthal, an attendee at the retreat. To Rosenthal, the retreat didn’t only require intense focus, patience, and discipline, but the Buddhist ideal of detachment from one’s surroundings and material things as well. The monks explained this idea of detachment in relation to suffering.

“In the east, one’s self concept, basically the stories they tell themselves about who they are, are more fluid,” says Eli Susman, an attendee of the retreat. “They change by context and are defined by their surroundings.”

Compared to Western ideals of family and attachment, we can see the potential for stark differences between Eastern and Western practices of meditation.

“I think that meditation, more specifically love and kindness practices, the practice of recognizing a common experience of suffering in another to build empathy and compassion, could be a critical practice in this day and age.”

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- Eli Susman, retreat attendee

Time for Self-Reflection

Buddhist meditation not only helps with patience and focus, but gives one the opportunity for reflection. Reflection, patience, and focus are not necessarily included in the general idea of the “American dream.”

When asked about this idea, Susman says being overworked can be solved with meditative practices. “I think that meditation, more specifically loving and kindness practices, the practice of recognizing a common experience of suffering in another to build empathy and compassion could be a critical practice in this day and age,” he says.

In a consumer society, meditation practice could fill in the gaps by promoting more awareness.

Although the meditation retreat was beneficial for most, Evan Stevens, an attendee of the retreat, explains how it enlightened his perception of life.

“If done correctly, it can get you into a reflective, deep, personal mindset that completely undermines all of our problems that we face on a daily basis in,” Stevens says.

What if meditation is more than a trendy fad or something hippies buy into; but an opportunity to become more self-aware and give us more perspective on our own daily grind?

another culture’s religion and an opportunity to reflect on their own culture and themselves.

“From meditation, I can better articulate my feelings to other people, stay focused on the things I care about, and have tools to be more resilient to the daily stressors in life,” Susman says. Although she agrees that the Buddhist monk retreat was uncomfortable, she also took away beneficial tools.

Their insight was due to a firsthand experience of meditation in the Eastern world—a country vastly different than theirs. This experience opened the door for comparison between Eastern and Western societies.

“I learned so much about Buddhism and meditation that now I feel like I can say…I’m not just a young millennial ascribing to a westernized gowith-the-flow attitude, but I really have experienced true religion in practice and that the things I learned and was exposed to will continue to cause me to reflect on my own life as I grow,” says Stevens.

The potential impact of this retreat and the clear impact it made on those three individuals could be beneficial to others.

Not everyone has the opportunity to experience a Buddhist monk retreat in Thailand, but we can learn from these experiences and potentially improve our own quality of life.

Benefits of Meditation Retreats

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CAMPUS Story by Bailee Wicks // Design by Taylor Morrell

To say college is a stressful time versity is one of those chapters. is an understatement. From taking a The official launch of the CWU schedule full of classes to trying to work chapter was in Oct. 2016, according to to pay off loans—all while trying to President and Founder of the CWU Her maintain a social life—is just the base Campus chapter Tiara Curow. of the problems. Students also worry Her Campus “appeals specifically about health, networking and creating to the female demographic and shows their own professional profile before that you can branch out and know that they graduate. you are not the only one” going through Now there is a club to help assist these things in college, Curow says. female college students with balancing Emily Masseth, a sophomore public and maintaining all of these difficult relations major who joined Her Campus tasks. this quarter, says Her Cam- “BEHIND EVERY SUCCESSFUL the organization pus is the numgives her an opWOMAN, THERE’S A TRIBE OF ber one global portunity to write community for OTHER SUCCESSFUL WOM- blogs and articles college women. EN WHO HAVE HER BACK” to help build her -ANONYMOUS It encompasses professional portfoeditorial conlio. “A club like Her tent (a national magazine and cam- Campus is important because it brings a pus-specific blogs), social media, mar- group of girls together to create articles keting and event coordination. and put on events that can get people These activities revolve around top- involved and let people read… pieces ics like life, career, health, love, style and that could relate to their lives.” beauty. Her Campus was founded by Kohl Barbour, a business major with three Harvard Undergraduate students: a specialization in marketing, joined Stephanie Kaplan Lewis ‘10, Windsor Her Campus last quarter and says the Hanger Western ‘10, and Annie Wang positivity of the group really helps make ‘11—Her Campus was a winner in the the business and networking fun. “It is Harvard College’s business plan com- great to be surrounded by such amazpetition in 2009 and the online site was ing women and to help empower other officially launched that same year. women.”

According to the official Her CamThe Central Her Campus chapter pus website, there are chapters in 320- currently has 22 members. Applications plus colleges nationwide, and as of fall to join the club are available online the quarter 2016, Central Washington Uni- first two weeks of every quarter.

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introverts unite... in our homes... by ourselves Story by Simone Corbett Design by Elizabeth Mason

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t’s Friday night and your phone buzzes twice, letting you know it’s a text message. You pick it up to find your best friend has just invited you out to the bars for another friend’s birthday celebration.

You take a deep breath, as you already start to feel anxious at the thought of being consumed by such a high-energy environment. The last thing you want to do after a long week of school is leave the comfort of your home for the obligation to socialize with tons of random people.

This is the life of an introvert.

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IT'S IN THE BIOLOGY According to Webster's Dictionary, an introvert is defined as a shy person, who may not find it easy to socialize with other people. Dr. Jeff Penick, associate professor of psychology at Central, says this is due to the chemical wiring of our brains.

Although, he does add that just because someone is introverted, doesn't mean they are a shy person.

However, introverts usually prefer being alone, and are "more in their head," he says. Introverts also tend to be more of internal processors, which is why introversion is often linked to social anxiety.

“It’s not necessarily, 'I’m unconfident,' it’s just when there’s a big group of people I have a little bit of anxiety because I’m like ‘I don’t like this, I don’t really want to be with this many people’,” says Jessica Low, senior biology major at Central.

Low, who began to notice her introversion in middle school, explains having to mentally prepare

herself before she can feel comfortable socializing in large groups—a feeling commonly expressed by introverts.

Penick explains that all people are meant to operate at an optimal level of arousal. This theory suggests human performance is best when this level of arousal is not too high or not too low.

For extroverts, this may mean going to a party or spending time in an environment where you’re surrounded by a lot of people, while introverts may feel like the energy in this type of environment is just too much for them.

For this reason, introverts may tend to feel different; like something is wrong with them because they are not thriving in the same environment as so many other people. Penick says this simply is not true.

“What we find biologically is that introverts respond to external stimuli with more activation,” Penick says. “Introverts are hard-wired a bit differently to be more stimulated at any one level of whatever is going on.” For example, an unexpected loud noise may startle an introverted person much more than an extroverted person. This relates back to the differences in how introverts and extroverts receive their energy, which is the primary factor used to determine which category people fall into.

It all has to do with the chemical makeup of our brains.

Penick explained the misconception impressed by society, that introversion can be seen

LIFEHACKS About 15 million American adults have social anxiety disorder. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) emphasizes that social anxiety roots deeper than shyness. According to ADAA, social anxiety symptoms have the potential to disrupt everyday life.

If you struggle with social anxiety, you are not alone.

How to respect your introversion, tips by Dr. Jeff Penick • Don’t overuse avoidance as a strategy. Expose yourself to the social situations that you fear and often you find there is less to be afraid of then you imagined.

• Monitor your negative self-talk • Challenge, question and dispute the negative things you are saying to yourself • Develop realistic counters to your negative thinking • If it is persistent and intense consider reaching out for assistance.

• Know that it’s OK to talk to only one person at a party.

• It’s OK to step outside for a few minutes to get some quiet time.

• It’s OK to socialize for a little while and leave early to get your quiet time.

as dysfunctional if you don’t want to socialize with other people.

“Certainly social anxiety in itself can be dysfunctional, but the idea that something is wrong with you because you don’t want to be around people that much or you’re not all that talkative—I think that’s a problem in our society,” says Penick.

EXTROVERTS AND IN-BETWEENERS When compared to extroverts, Low says she has sometimes felt at a disadvantage.

“I think that people value extroverts a lot because when you are in group settings, that’s what everyone sees, that’s what gets the party started, and those are the people who [tend to] take charge,” Low explains. “I’m not always seen as much, people don’t always look to me even though I have ideas and stuff to say too.”

Low referenced “The Power of Quiet,” a book that address the need for introverts in the work force and the perception that many employers seek out extroverted candidates.

Like many people, Meredith Brown, Central junior majoring in secondary English education, considers herself an ambivert, as she falls in the middle of the introvert-extrovert spectrum.

Brown explains how she loves to hang out with people but also needs time alone to refuel. She says this characteristic should serve as a great benefit to her future career as a teacher.

“Ideally the expectation is that teachers are

extroverted, but I’ve found that with having both sides of that personality you can connect with introverts and extroverts,” she explains. “I can connect with an outgoing person and I can connect with an introverted person, which is gonna be a really good quality as a teacher.”

Tyler Jones, Central senior majoring in construction management, says he’s felt introverted all of his life, and expressed there are more benefits to introversion than people realize.

“I don’t get as distracted, it’s easy for me to focus on the task at hand and what needs to be done,” Jones says.

Jones says in social environments, “it’s hard for me to stay super excited to hang out with a lot of people.” However, “I’m able to put on my extroverted side for a half hour or so but then I’m like, I can’t do this anymore.”

Although challenging, Jones credits his involvement in his church community at Central for his growing extroverted tendencies.

“I didn’t know I had that ability to be extroverted,” Jones says. “For personal growth, it was probably one of the best things that could happen to me as an introvert, to be around so many people who are just very extroverted and very excited about life all the time.”

So, introverts: resist the pressure to compare yourself to your extroverted friends. While they have plenty of commendable qualities, so do you.

Penick advises, "Respect your introversion, and 19 don't try to be someone you're not."

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ars nationwide have come up with a discreet way to help both males and females get out of awkward and uncomfortable situations. It all started when a bar in the United Kingdom posted a flyer in the ladies’ bathroom titled “Ask Angela.”

The flyer said: “Hi I’m Angela, are you on a date that isn’t working out? Is your Tinder or POF date not who they said they were on their profile? Do you feel like you’re not in a safe situation? Does it all feel a bit weird? If you go up to the bar and “ask for Angela,” the bar staff will know that you need help getting out of your situation and will call you a taxi or help you get out discreetly—without a fuss.”

The bar wanted to focus on the ‘rape crisis’ and prevent sexual violence. American bars picked up this idea and refined it a bit into an ‘angel shot.’

Basically, the angel shot would be used in the same instances, but depending on how you order your shot, it will tell the bartender how to help you.

Ask for an angel shot neat, and the bartender or another member of the staff will walk you to your car.

Ask for one with ice, and the staff will call an Uber or taxi for you.

Order one with lime, and the staff will alert the police. It’s a discreet way of letting the staff at the bar know that something is off.

According to a 2015 study done on the distribution of Tinder users worldwide by age group, both the age groups of 16-24 and 25-34 years old dominate the Tinder app. Knowing that Ellensburg is a college town filled with people in both of those age groups, it would make sense if many Central students were meeting up for first dates at the local bars.

This then poses the question: would a discreet code such as ‘ask Angela’ and the angel shot be useful in Ellensburg?

Lindsey Powers, a junior Journalism student and avid bar-goer said that the angel shot would be beneficial. “I appreciate a company taking the initiative to make sure women (and men) feel safe and comfortable on dates… Just because we’re a

small college town, doesn’t mean that bad things don’t happen. I think there should always be something in place where people feel comfortable asking restaurant or bar workers for help if they don’t feel safe.”

There were concerns about implementing something like an angel shot. “Abuse of the situation” is a potential problem and “if it [is] abused, it wouldn’t have as much meaning or impact,” frequent bar-goer and Junior Geology major Dan Mongovin stated.

Thomas Nichols, a bartender at Starlight Lounge, stressed the importance of bar safety and that a discreet code for help would be a good idea, but still had similar worries to Mongovin, such as misuse of the code.

No matter the stance on the idea of the angel shot itself, everyone who was interviewed emphasized the idea of bar safety.

Mongovin agreed “yes, the emphasis of bar safety and being aware of your surroundings is important.”

The best way to get help is just to ask in any situation or any bar. For awkward or uncomfortable situations in Ellensburg “if anyone needs help, especially at Starlight, it’s always best to get in contact with one of the wait staff first, as bartenders can get really busy at night. But notifying anyone there will help you” Nichols adds.

No matter the bar or time of day, it always helps to take precautions. Here are some bar safety tips from the National Crime Agency of the United Kingdom, specifically for meeting with an online dater: Meet in a public place and stay in a public place.

Plan your date and talk about what you both want out of the date ahead of time, so there is no confusion or pressure once you meet up.

Get to know the person, not the profile. People act differently in person than they do online, so be patient and understanding if they are guarded.

If it is not going well, make an excuse and leave. You have the power to choose when the date is over.

“Hi I’m Angela, are you on a date that isn’t working out? ... Do you feel like you’re not in a safe situation?”

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Story by Rune Torgersen // Design by Maddie Bush // Photos by Jack Lambert

Three hours north of Ellensburg—almost completely surrounded by national forests, and accessible only if the passes are open—lies a community which sets itself apart by being… well, apart. When there, one feels delightfully separated from the outside world, and able to take things at exactly the pace they need to be taken. Equal parts nature and Western-inspired civilization, the Valley offers an escape for those passing through, and a wonderful home for those who choose to stay. Pulse took a trip up to the Valley and documented the experience for those looking to visit the place themselves.

Winthrop and the surrounding Methow Valley have been a refuge for those seeking an escape from the stresses of the outside world for as long as people have been settled in that region. This is quite a long time indeed, as the first permanent settlement, then dubbed the “Castle,” was established back in 1891 by a man named Guy Waring. According to the website Winthrop Washington, the town grew from there, and was eventually named “Winthrop,” after Theodore Winthrop, an author and renowned adventurer. Several town-destroying fires and about seventy years later, State Highway 20 was planned to run through Winthrop. So, in anticipation of that steady flow of visitors, the town pulled a Leavenworth move and completely rebranded itself in the style of an old frontier settlement, to great visual effect and economic gain.

We set up shop in a cabin about 15 minutes out from Winthrop, near the town of Mazama. A companion, and student here at CWU, Emily Alexander, lives in the Valley when not at school, so she was able to provide some inside perspective on the things we were seeing and doing, which will be included in this account of our experience in this valley out of time.

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Day 1: 1 0 : 0 0 A . M . T h e D ay B e g i n s

Waking up the morning after our arrival, we began our first full day in the Valley with a cup of tea in front of the fireplace. This was soon followed by a breakfast trip to the local grocery/ clothing/tools/anything-else-under-the-sun vendor, the Mazama Store. Being the only real dailyware store in Mazama means this place sells absolutely anything you might need at a moment’s notice, including a full sandwich bar, and a coffee shop. It very much feels like a store straight out of Seattle, and it’s frequented by many who come to Mazama for the excellent recreation the area offers. Here, we had basic sausage breakfast sandwiches on homemade bagels, which tasted just like those ought to taste. No frills; everything you need to get yourself up in the morning. Mazama also offers ski, snowshoe, and bike rentals.

12: 00 P. M. Co f f e e Brea k

A good cup of coffee ought never be more than fifteen minutes away. For ours, we visited the nearby town of Twisp, home to Blue Star Coffee Roasters. This company routinely wins awards for their coffee, and upon entering their store and tasting what they brew, it’s clear why. Blue Star roasts are delightfully smooth, yet flavorful. They roast their beans right in their store, and sell them all over Washington state. But, as with any coffee company, the best place to truly experience their coffee is in a store run by the company itself.

1: 30 P. M . A G o l d i l o cks Lun ch

For lunch, we decided to explore a place Emily recommended: Three Bears Quilts and Café, on the outskirts of Winthrop. The main gist of the place is right there in the name—it is a quilt shop with tables distributed between the shelves. You order food up front, take a table number, and your food is brought while you get to examine the many knickknacks, doodads, and beautiful patterns the store is decorated with. Initially, it seemed to be a comfort food place, and to a certain degree it is, but with a delightful twist. Surprisingly, we found Banh Mi (a Vietnamese pork sandwich) on the menu, and even more surprisingly, it actually tasted pretty authentic. Likewise, the lunch burrito was excellent—and vegetarian, too, which wasn’t even noticeable at first. The meal cost about $13 per entrée, but for the atmosphere, food quali-

ty, and general experience of eating between the shelves of a quilt shop, that price is just right.

2:45 P.M. Frozen History When we took a walk into Winthrop to let lunch settle, we came across the Shafer museum, the location of the original “Castle” settlement, positioned on a hill overlooking town, with a long windy trail leading to it from the main road. It was covered in deep snow, but we didn’t see a closed sign, so we walked up there to grab some photos.

The Schafer museum is a free, open-air museum with a suggested entry donation of $3 per person.

It highlights the frontier roots of Winthrop and elaborates on the history behind the town—at least it usually does, when not buried in three feet of snow. As it stood, we were still able to get a closer look at a very faithful recreation of the settlement, as well as an impressive collection of various tools and machinery from the town’s mining days.

When visiting the town in the warmer months of the year the buildings would be open as well, with fully decorated interiors. A good place to stop by if you’ve got a craving for history, and an hour or two to spare.

Back at the bottom of the hill, we stopped into Rocking Horse Bakery for some dessert. They bake all of their goods in-house, and feature such coffee-shop essentials as board games and reading materials, as well as comfy chairs and unique décor. Their apple crisp is delicious, as we came to learn.

3:30 P.M. A Spot of Window-Shopping

Winthrop containing a well-stocked main street, we decided to explore anything that caught our eye, at the recommendation of Emily. The Mountain Sports store has all the stock of a store in a town that sees more skiers than you can shake a pole at, in a decent variety of sizes as well. Their inventory rotates depending on the season, as the Valley offers just as many summertime recreational activities as it does winter ones. We went on to thoroughly explore the Trail’s End Bookstore, which recently outgrew its old storefront. As far as bookstores go, this one is one of the more well-lit and decorated ones we’ve come across. Their book selection caters to the local community, which means many wildlife guides, and books on outdoor activities. They also serve coffee, which is always a plus. If you’re looking to, like the town itself, dress the part of a rugged frontiersperson, the Iron Horse Hat Shop has an extensive selec 23

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tion of brand-name cowboy hats, as well as a good quantity of other, less useful forms of headwear. The Courtyard Quail is a more hippie-oriented fashion and accessories boutique further down Riverside Avenue. This place was well-suited for anyone looking to get away from the Cowboy atmosphere for a spell.

What’s important to note is that a good amount of the shopkeepers appeared to know Alexander personally. In Alexander’s words, in Winthrop, “everyone knows everyone, and everyone has known each other since they were in diapers. the teachers at the local elementary and high schools have taught the parents, and sometimes, in some cases, have also taught the grandparents of some of their students that they have in their classroom now.”

4:30 P.M. On Ice

Winthrop has an excellent ice skating rink, and we couldn’t pass up a good opportunity to see what the locals do for fun. It’s named the Winthrop Ice and Sports rink, and it’s surprisingly affordable for the experience you get using it. Skating, including a skate rental, costs $11 per adult, and the rink itself is very well maintained.

It’s outdoors, with no cover, so usability depends a bit on the weather, but this also means that night skating is a truly glorious experience once the stars begin coming out. We had to leave at 6, as UW was playing WSU in an exhibition hockey match at 7, which just goes to show how favorable this rink is. Plus, it turns into a rollerblading rink in the summer.

6: 00 P. M . D e l ay e d G rat ificat ion

Dinner was to be at East 20 Pizza, a local favorite, and for good reason. The wait for a table 24

was understandably long, to the tune of 30 minutes, but once we got it, it was clear why. East 20 is frequented by locals and tourists alike for their excellent food. Priced similarly to Cornerstone Pie here in Ellensburg, but with a style leaning more towards traditional hole-in-the-wall style pies, the food was good enough for us to immediately forget all the frustration we’d felt while waiting in line. They do traditional pizzas, as well as a few innovative ones, such as a Thai inspired one, a tex-mex one, and numerous others, all of which are quite well done. If you go, go with friends, as the bill is more manageable when split multiple ways.

Thoroughly stuffed, we retreated to the cabin for the night in preparation for the full day of recreation waiting for us the following day.

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Sunday was to be dedicated to experiencing a chunk of everyday life vacationing in the Valley, in winter. So, we agreed we ought to go snowshoeing.

11:00 A.M. Tromping to the Top

The snow out by Mazama is 4 feet deep in places, so if you plan to travel anywhere off the road by foot, snow shoes or crazy long legs are a must.

There’s a mountain behind the cabin area we lived in, Sandy Butte, that has some excellent snowshoeing trails, so we attacked it head-on and ventured up one named the Inn Overlook trail. About 50 minutes of shuffling, falling, sinking, and having an amazing time later, we saw why. Sandy Butte has some magnificent panoramic views of the whole valley. As Alexander says, “the Methow Valley has some of the most incredible views,” and this one was

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certainly no exception. We spent some time acting like idiots in the snow before starting our descent.

2:00 P.M. Warming Up

Back at the cabin, lunch consisted of oven-baked sandwiches and a salad, an excellent way to warm up and refuel after a morning spent burning calories in the snow. On life in the Valley, Alexander said that “valley life is very different than life here in Ellensburg. It’s a very quiet valley. When you step outside, all you hear is the crickets chirping and maybe the coyotes in the distance. When you shut off the lights at night, you are engulfed with darkness.” All of these were experiences we’d been privileged enough to experience in person, as well. The valley sets itself apart by its absence of noise and light pollution, making the silence and the dark at night almost complete, save for the light of the stars and the noises of nature. The community sounded tightknit, too. According to her, “it is such a unique community in that everyone comes together in a time of need to help those that need it most.” The benefits of being a small community surrounded by nature appear to outweigh the natural shortcomings, as long as the people get along. This is an atmosphere that’s easily felt throughout the entire valley. Stomachs thus satisfied, we set out on another snowy adventure.

4:00 P.M. Let That Sink In

Going sledding without snow shoes may not have been the wisest choice in hindsight, due to the aforementioned four feet of snow everywhere. Getting to the hill was a trek, and getting up it was an even more herculean feat. With some perseverance, we managed to dig out a path up the hill and build a jump at the bottom. In places

like these, it’s important to realize how fun just going into the woods and doing your own thing can be. Exploration and setting your own timetable leads to so much more than if you simply follow the tourist guides. Visiting the valley is much more fun if you take the days one at a time and go at it with a playful mindset. Cross-country skiing is also a huge deal there, with over 120 miles of trails dedicated to it, making it the nation’s largest system of trails to do so. With flat expanses and steep slopes alike, the terrain couldn’t be more perfect for it.

7:00 P.M. End of Day

The evening before our departure, we once again returned to the Cabin, to cook dinner and unwind in front of the fire. When grocery shopping in or around Winthrop, the only real options are the Mazama Store, or Evergreen IGA on the other side of town. We did our shopping at Evergreen, which was basic grocery store fare. Satisfied and warm after out ventures into the cold outdoors, we ended the last full day of our trip with a game of cards near the fire.

------------ There’s always tons to do in the Methow Valley. Historical sights to see, hikes to take, food to make, and good times to be had. Winter brings cross-country ski fanatics from all over the nation, while summer has its share of activities available. Alexander adds that in addition to the wonderful winter sports, “…it is also a fantastic summer vacation spot.

Whether you want to go on a hike, go mountain biking, fishing, float the river, or sit by the lake, you are guaranteed a good time.” So, if you’re ever looking for a good way to blow off some steam and have a weekend to spare, consider the Methow Valley. We went, and we had a blast. We’re confident you will too.

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RUGBY’S Foreign athletes At Central Washington University, in-state residents make up 75 percent of the student-athlete population, but the other 25 percent hail from different states or even countries. Coming from a wide range of different cultures and backgrounds, one thing they all had in common and brought them here was athletics.

Rugby player James Stuck spoke to some of his international teammates to hear about their stories and what it’s like for them to live in Ellensburg.

Story & photos by James Stuck Design by Elizabeth Mason

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Rueben Ludick

Sinclair Clinton

Sophomore public health major

Sophomore business economics major

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

It feels 100 degrees warmer back home, in the winter and summer. I go to the beach regularly in the winter.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

Culture is different but it wasn’t a shock coming here. We [barbecue] back home outside more so than cooking on a stove inside the house.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

Through the internet; [I] Googled top rugby clubs in the country.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Academics weren’t the main factor. Rugby was a big reason for coming. [On balancing academics and athletics] Time management is key and I realized I needed to prioritize things. At first it was difficult, but I figured out doing the things I need to do was more important than what I wanted to do.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

I spoke to the coach and he said he would love to have me. Overall, it was an easy choice.

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

It doesn’t rain [in Sydney or] snow. I tend to not wear clothes back home.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

The authority; everyone wants to be better than everyone else. Everyone loves to tell me what to do. The food situation; everyone eats healthier back home. Less deep-fried food and large soda drinks. Compared to Australia, the people in the States talk about the U.S. President a lot.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

Recruited through rugby. I hadn’t heard of Central prior to recruitment.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Yeah, I looked into the business program so that was definitely a factor coming here. It’s been a hard transition but slowly but surely, I’ve improved my time management skills.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

[I was recruited through] First Point USA, a re cruiting agency. Got in touch with Todd Thornley [men’s rugby coach].

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Spencer Boldt

Sophomore public health major

REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

It’s really cold and extremely snowy where I’m from. On average in the winter it’s about -30° Celsius which is -22° Fahrenheit.

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

Two different worlds. I see Ellensburg as a small town, whereas Durban is a massive beach city. Comparable to Miami. Humidity might be worse in Durban.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

A culture shock for me was definitely the language used here. Lots of slang words are not the same in Canada as they are here. I have to ask for clarification quite a lot. I also have been told on many occasions that I have an accent.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

I heard of Central through an old teammate that went here last year for rugby, McKenzie Pusch.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Yes, academics were important to me when considering coming here. I wanted to make sure they had the courses I wanted to study and held high academic standards. Being a student athlete is pretty tough. Time management is a big part of adjusting to the commitment of being both a student and athlete. Getting enough sleep along with being able to wake up at 6 AM for lift after doing homework until midnight the night before is definitely something I had to get used to. But being in my second quarter I’m more adapted to the busy life schedule.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

I came here for a recruiting trip last February.

I stayed with McKenzie and went to different team activities. I also emailed Mel a lot and talked to her about the program here.

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Darren Cooper

First year economics major [undeclared]

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

Food is different. Obesity is more noticeable here compared to living in South Africa. Chips are cheaper than potatoes. Because there are so many foreigners here at Central, the rugby boys stay together and it makes the distance from home a lot easier to deal with.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

Rueben [teammate] spoke to coaches, [and the] coaches watched my highlight video and wanted me to come to Central.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Rugby was a main reason for coming. Honestly I thought I was going to Washington D.C. when I was talking with Rueben and the head coach.

[Balancing academics and athletics is] difficult at times. Hard classes can be a problem with fulltime commitments.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

Phone call with head coach. He wanted me to come Fall of 2015 but coming off an injury, I could only come in Spring of 2016.

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Emma Leonard

Junior geography and public policy major

Deven Marshall First-year finance major

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND

HARARE, ZIMBABWE

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

The temperature is much more temperate [in New Zealand], not the extreme heat or freezing [temperatures] like here in the ‘Burg.

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

It’s about as different as you can get. Like chalk and cheese. I’m used to average weather all year round and this is extreme hot or extreme cold.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

I had already been in the U.S. for a year before coming to Central, so it wasn’t much of a shock. Life is a lot more chilled back at home; In the summer, everyone wears jandals (flip-flops) and even bare feet. After pre-season last year I took off my cleats and walked in the SURC barefoot, and the boss came up and told me off and my coach had to tell her I was from NZ and that’s what we do. Also my accent gets a lot of attention and some people have trouble understanding me at first.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

I got the Rebecca Lynch Memorial scholarship to the University of Idaho in 2014, which is a scholarship set up by Mo and Alice Lynch who send a girl from NZ every year to the Univeristy of Idaho (UOI) in remembrance of their daughter. While I was playing rugby for the club team, my coach [asked] me if I wanted to stay in the U.S. to look at Central for a rugby scholarship, as they had just started a varsity program.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Yes, the classes I had taken at UOI didn’t transfer as easy [back to] NZ, so it was best for me to complete my degree in the U.S.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

I experienced a huge culture shock. It’s a lot more open and [considerate] than what I was used to, coming from a conservative country, so it was definitely an eye-opener.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

I got recruited here, so that’s how I heard about it.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

Academics were definitely a consideration for me. I’m loving the challenge of time management and am really enjoying being out [of] my comfort zone as a student-athlete and have felt like I’ve grown up a lot being here.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

My recruiting process was unique in every way. I came in with a new coach being hired so it was all last minute. I did talk to some athletes here and I’m glad I made the decision to come.

Q. How was the recruiting process?

The process was very long; I ended up going to NZ for six months before I went to Central because I had to get a new visa and sort a [few] things out.

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GENT, BELGIUM

Q. How was the recruiting process?

Former Men’s Rugby Head Coach Tony Pacheco saw my rugby video highlights and rugby resume. After having contact by email and phone he invited me over for an official visit. I flew in from Belgium during the summer 2015 and he showed me around the facilities and we discussed rugby and academics. He offered me a scholarship and the chance to play in the best college rugby competition of the States. I also talked to one other foreign rugby player who had been playing for Central for over three years. It all went very fast and before realizing it, I was playing for Central.

Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

I am originally from Belgium, but I lived and played rugby for three years in the South of France before I moved to Central. I have been in the United States since 2015 and living in Ellensburg has been a great experience so far. The American culture is way different than the French or Belgian culture and at first I needed some time to adapt but I must say that I fell in love with the American way of life and all it has to offer.

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Jeremy Lenaerts Senior business major

Sophomore economics major

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

Because I was already used to living by myself and adapting to different environments and because of my previous experiences in France, I adapted fairly easy. I learned to enjoy the new environment, the people and our university.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

I got in contact with different Varsity rugby D1 programs all over the U.S. through my agent. Central’s previous performances in the Varsity Cup showed a pattern of consistency and quality rugby.

I was looking for the best college rugby experience and that seemed to be offered at Central.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

In France or Belgium there is no educational system that provides you the opportunity to be a student-athlete. For me, being a student-athlete is something very special and I cherish it. Ever since I started my rugby career I set myself the goal to graduate with a business undergrad degree and become a professional rugby player. I came to Central to get a degree and pursue my ambition to become a pro-athlete.

Being a full-time student and full-time athlete isn’t always easy, but nothing really good comes easy.

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LONDON, ENGLAND Q. How different is your home climate from Ellensburg?

Not as cold. There’s less variation in the weather but it’s mostly grey back home.

Q. Did you experience any culture shock upon coming to Washington?

The rodeo. It seems like everyone drives the biggest trucks out there. Sometimes I find myself driving on the left side of the road. Also, every business has a drive-thru.

Q. How did you hear about Central?

First Point USA, a Rugby Recruiting Agency.

Q. Were academics on your mind when considering Central?

I heard about the economics program and thought it would be a strong degree to get from an American university. I’ve adjusted well to the workload mainly because of the academic focus my teammates share.

Q. Did you talk to coaches/athletes before considering Central?

I was in contact with the head coach and Scott Dean [a teammate].

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the RECRUITING process Story by Lexi Phillips // Design by Elizabeth Mason

Central Washington University’s athletic program—according to their roster—currently holds over 90 student athletes from outside the state of Washington. However, finding athletes from out-of-the-state or even the country is not a priority for coaches, which explains why some sports don't have many foreign athletes.

“Our main focus is to recruit in the state of Washington, first and foremost,” says head football coach Ian Shoemaker, “because we are state-funded and we’re a state university, [and] we should be providing opportunities to kids in the state.”

Nevertheless, the athletic program is always open to anyone, and the program recognizes the importance of diversity. According to athletic director Dennis Francois, “diversity and inclusiveness is a very important part of our mission as a university, as well as ours within the athletic department, and trying to make sure that we have a broad range of individuals, whether it be on our staff or student athletes— [it’s] a healthy environment for people to flourish in.”

When it comes to recruiting, the process involves going to different schools, if possible; however, this becomes harder when the athlete lives outside of Washington state. While a coach can normally visit as many schools as he or she needs to in Washington, this isn’t possible in other states. According to Shoemaker, “we can’t go to every school in Oregon, [for example], but we can go across the

border and pick ten [or] 15 schools to visit and see if there’s kids that might be willing to cross the border for that out-of-state tuition cost.”

Otherwise, coaches usually rely on videos of different athletes—and, for volleyball coach Mario Andaya, going to big tournaments and networking with coaches.

Scholarships pose another issue; according to Francois, the predicted 2017-2018 tuition costs for in-state students is $6,000 compared to $20,000 for out-of-state students. However, Central offers scholarships to athletes through the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program, which allows students from several western U.S. states to receive a reduced tuition rate of 150 percent, as well as the West program, a waiver which is similar to the WUE, but applies to different states.

Despite the complications that come with recruiting and funding outof-state or international athletes, Central’s coaches are welcoming to all.

“We really like it when we know people are interested from out-ofstate,” says cross-country and track & field head coach Kevin Adkisson, “so we certainly will encourage them just like any other student and try to make it work.”

“It makes all of us better when we have individuals from different backgrounds," says Francois. "Whether it be from different countries, different states, race, ethnicity, gender, whatever the case may be—that’s what makes us. all better.”

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Story by Nicole Trejo-Valli // Design by Maddie Bush

You see them on campus and walk past them every day, but do you know the stories behind the uniforms? People enlist in the military for a variety of reasons, but one thing veterans at Central say they have in common: war can change a person.

Some view the military as a duty to their country, others as a family tradition, and still others as an educational benefit. Veterans make a sacrifice not everyone is willing to make, and each has their own reason for doing so. Pulse asked them to reflect on their motivations for enlisting, their experiences in the military and the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life.

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Although some veterans say the experience was beneficial, not all would necessarily do it again.

For Ralf Greenwald, Navy veteran and associate professor of psychology at Central, military blood runs through his family—Greenwald’s dad served, his grandfather served, and his great-grandfather served, so it was a career he grew up with.

Still, he says he went into the military somewhat tentatively, thinking, “Let’s see how it goes, let me see if I can grow up a little bit more, save some of my own money for college, and then we’ll see down the road if maybe I like it [the military] and I’ll make a career out of it.”

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He enlisted in the early ‘90s, and was a part of the first Gulf War, Operation Desert Storm. He also served in the aftermath, Operation Southern Watches, and was in the Persian Gulf twice during Desert Storm for six-month deployments.

Darren Korthuis, Marine Corps Veteran and senior at Central, says the main reason he joined the war was because of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) when the U.S. invaded Iraq during the time he was in high school. He says he wanted to see it for himself and be a part of it.

He was in the military for five years and went to Afghanistan in the summer of 2010 for seven months. Although he was in a kinetic area, which means there was a lot of action occurring, he says that was what he and his platoon wanted and their performance kept them there. If a war were to begin again, he says, “[If] I saw it as a ‘we needed to go back,’ then I would get back in.”

Ruben Cardenas, Army veteran and director of the Veteran Center at Central, had already finished his initial training and was back in class for two years before he was deployed in 2004.

He talks about how he was more relieved to be back home because he felt safe, as opposed to being on deployment where he always felt anxious of something to happen. “There are a lot of adrenaline rushes and a lot of lulls when you’re on deployment.”

But, he says, if he were to re-enlist now, things might be a bit different. “I feel pretty satisfied with being at home. It just depends on the conflict that we’re in at that moment.”

Justin Dennis, Army veteran and president of the Veteran’s Club at Central, never imagined himself serving. Prior to enlisting, he went to college but felt that he already known what they were teaching—so instead he started applying for jobs. And each interview he went to said the same thing, “[You have] all this training and knowledge but don’t have the experience.” But it wasn’t until his professor at the Wenatchee Valley College got the job network administration job he had wanted at the hospital that he decided to look for other options.

When he got home that night, an Army recruiter called him and said that he could give him the job experience if he wanted. This ultimately led Dennis to enlisting himself in the Army to get the experience he needed in the workforce.

“I enjoyed the time that I had and what I got out of it but I wouldn’t [re-enlist],” Dennis admits.

“Not that I wouldn’t go back and do it again, but I wouldn’t do it again now.” He adds: “I wouldn’t say

I regret going, I got a lot of good stuff out of my life in that period, but it’s not something I would want to do twice.”

ON THE BATTLEFIELD

College students today grew up in an era where conflicts involving Americans in the Middle East have been going on almost their whole lives.

But most of us don’t know what it’s actually like to be on the battlefield.

Dennis deployed in Dec. 2009 and spent four months in Kuwait, working 12- to 14-hour shifts doing computer networking. He was promoted and sent to Basra, Iraq at the beginning of June 2010. He describes Iraq as “a completely different world,” and “a night-and-day difference.”

Dennis remembers the night they arrived in Iraq and were attacked. “We got indirect fire (IDF), which are mortars and rockets. When you get IDF you’re supposed to lay down and get flat wherever you’re at because it sends debris up and away, so the safest place is on the ground.”

He recalls having to wait five to 10 minutes until he could move to a bunker or concrete building, and then wait an hour or two until the response team went out and found whoever was shooting.

He says during that hour there is a mix of tension, boredom, and a morbid sense of humor—a lot of joking and half-hearted laughter goes on while waiting. And after the attack he explains it as a weird calm, where they just go back to their daily schedule.

It’s assumed that in war bad things happen, and those wounds can go both ways.

Korthuis says something he took away from his time in combat was that “there’s actually a deep hatred for Americans because of their lack of education and if they could cut our heads off and put it on YouTube, it would be their dream.”

“We worked with a lot of locals and saw a lot kids, and seeing their perspective of war was really interesting,” Korthuis says. “Seeing what war does to an area and why people in these foreign countries want to kill Americans is kind of weird.

We kind of knew it going over there, but you don’t really see it or feel it till you’re there.”

Sometimes connections can be made with locals too, though. Greenwald describes a time he was working with some soldiers from the Saudi Arabian military and he was going through his mail. He had gotten a letter from his mom, who was in Germany, so it had German stamps on it.

“The Saudi soldier didn’t speak a lot of English but from what I gathered from him, he collected a lot

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Darren Korthuis, Marine Corps veteran

of stamps,” Greenwald recalls. “He was super excited to see that I had these German stamps, and I was like ‘well, hey man, you can have these, I don’t need them, I don’t collect stamps.’”

“We just shared this moment, and it’s like at that moment you sort of realize, ‘man, this dude is no different than I am—he’s serving his country, he’s a young person like I am, he has his interests,’ and we just got along on that level. And then he shared some of his food with me and he was trying to tell me what it was and part of his culture.”

BROTHERHOOD

The other important connection people make in the military is with their peers. The US military has a unique ability to define brotherhood and sisterhood not only in words, but in actions.

“You go through all this stuff with a small group of people and even life or death situations and you just become close,” Cardenas explains.

“When you spend so many hours, and days, and years with these people, and then you’re just completely removed, it’s like a piece that’s missing from you.”

Greenwald agrees. “I don’t think you had to have served in wartime necessarily to get that [brotherhood]—I think service in general, in the military, you’re going to form some bonds with people from all over the place.”

“Everyone has different opinions and different lives and backgrounds, and to get together with that group and work well, you really get to know that person, especially when you know, ‘hey, we could be in a situation someday where my life is going to depend on you and your actions.’ I think that just creates a special bond I feel is unique to veterans, and I really appreciate it in my life.”

War can bring out that comradery among people because of the situations they’re put through and their very real need to have each other’s back at any moment. And it can be those bonds that keep them going.

Left: Ruben Cardenas, Army veteran

It was the close bond veterans have with one another, and his own experience with this, that Dennis says inspired him to want to bring back the Veterans Club at Central.

“It’s funny to see a Navy guy, an Army guy, and a Marines guy sit down and look at each other and it’s kind of this rivalry, then someone will say something, like ‘oh, did you go to Iraq? Oh yeah, I went to Iraq’ and then the whole group starts going and the shared experiences bring people together.”

Even as time passes, veterans still keep ties with those they served with. Some call and/or email back and forth, others join together with groups.

COMING HOME

The transition back to civilian life can be difficult, and veterans say the mutual support is essential. There are many factors at play, including how the conflicts are perceived at home, the severity of what they witnessed and had to do, or how an individual may cope after going through a stressful situation.

“I have fond memories of my time in the Navy for sure,” says Greenwald. “It wasn’t all fun and games, as anybody who served will tell you.”

But he and Korthuis both say that finding a support system was key when they transitioned back home. It’s “really difficult if you don’t have anybody you could sort of go to or that understands where you’ve been,” Greenwald says.

Greenwald had his family members who had also been in the military, as well as a close friend, his roommate, who had also served. They were there for him when he needed someone to talk to who understood what war was like.

Korthuis says his platoon from Afghanistan tries to see each other every two years somewhere in the country. “Almost all the guys I went to Afghanistan with had similar stories—they had good transitions,” he says. “A lot of them used the GI Bill, the guys that were badly injured are getting

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Justin Dennis, Army veteran

taken care of by government programs, but everyone is doing pretty good.”

Cardenas also used the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) a form of the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, to finish school once he got out of the Army. According to the US Department of Veteran Affairs website, the G.I. Bill provides educational assistance to service members, veterans and their dependents.

The G.I. Bill is considered one of the most significant pieces of legislation by the federal government in terms of its impact on the country socially, economically and politically—It enriched the U.S. by producing 450,000 engineers, 240,000 accountants, 238,000 teachers, 91,000 scientists, 67,000 doctors and 22,000 dentists.

OFF THE BATTLEFIELD: POST-TRAUMATIC DISORDER

When the Vietnam War ended and soldiers came home, it was a much different environment than it is now. During that time, soldiers were looked down upon and post-traumatic stress disorder hadn’t even been recognized—It was just called shellshock.

That’s what happened to Rick Francis, a Vietnam veteran, who lives in Olympia with no relation to Central. When he returned he says he wasn’t able to re-adjust to civilian life and ended up getting in trouble.

He recalls a specific event when he was driving to his mountain home and momentarily mistook a spider web reflected in the mountain dew for a tripwire on the battlefield. He slammed on the brakes and almost slid off the road. “I’m not in Vietnam anymore, this is ridiculous,” he recalls thinking. “But that reflex is, ‘No, you can’t drive through that.’ You’re second-guessing yourself.”

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Ralf Greenwald, Navy veteran

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that people can develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, according to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website. PTSD can develop due to a range of reasons: a natural disaster, a car accident, sexual assault or combat, and the website clarifies that PTSD is not a sign of weakness and it’s out of the person’s control.

In April 2016, the Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs released the nation’s largest analysis of veteran suicide by the VA. The report covered more than 55 million veterans, from 1979 to 2014, from every state in the nation.

The analysis recorded an average of 20 veterans a day dying from suicide in 2014, down from 22 per day in a 2012 report. Approximately 65 percent of all veterans who died from suicide in 2014 were either 50 years of age or older, the report noted.

Between 2001 and 2014, the report continues and states that suicide among U.S. veterans who use VA services has increased by 8.8 percent, while among those who didn’t use the services, suicide increased by 38.6 percent.

The rates are vastly different for genders: an increase of 11 percent for males versus 4.6 percent for females who use VA services, and for those who do not use VA services, the rates increased for males by 35% and for females by an alarming 98%.

It should be noted, however, that the data provided in the April 2016 analysis showed a 24% increase in suicide rates in the general population between 1979 to 2014 for both males and females.

Efforts have increased to provide suicide prevention measures through the VA to create outreach groups among veterans, much like Central’s Veterans Club.

Justin Dennis, Iraq Army Veteran and president of the Veterans Club, started the club with his wife in spring quarter of 2016. Dennis knew

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he had a strong friendship and connection with those he deployed with, so he figured a club was something other veterans at Central would benefit from. “We also wanted to make positive impact on the community,” Dennis says.

Currently, the club is advised by Ruben Cardenas, Iraq Army veteran and director of the Veterans Center, and has five officers and five other revolving members. Dennis says there are usually about 10 people at every event or meeting the club holds.

There are also studies currently going on for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, which can help heal the psychological and emotional damage caused by sexual assault, war, violent crime, and other traumas, according to the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) website.

The studies are ongoing, but the clinical trials are only administrated a few times, compared to most medications for mental illnesses, which are typically taken daily for years, and sometimes forever.

CENTRAL PROPOSES LEGISLATION ON VETERANS' MENTAL HEALTH

By Christina Black

This past legislative session, student employees working in the Office of Legislative Affairs (OLA), with guidance from Central’s Assistant Director of Governmental Relations, Steve Dupont, wrote a bill that would make a very specific contribution to the work the Veterans Center does on the Central campus and other university campuses across the state.

OLA student legislative liaison Michael Brian Scott says he is spending countless hours in Olympia in support of this bill and as Central’s voice in the Capitol.

“In short, this bill gives schools money to hire one full-time Veterans-specific mental health counselor to be housed in the Veterans Resource Center, instead of the mental health office,” says Scott. This is only for the six major public 4-year universities, he notes. No CTC’s, private schools, branch schools, or branch campuses.

Scott explains that having such a specific position is to designate the counselor’s services directly towards veterans only. “The reason for having them in the VR center is to combat the stigma against seeing mental health counselors,”

he notes. “The goal is to make them just a friendly face, instead of a ‘therapist.’”

Therapists, Scott said, have no specific requirements or qualifications. Using a generic therapy approach to a specific affliction like PTSD is next to useless. Unless the counselor has either extensive training or personal experience in a combat zone or trauma-inducing incidents, they simply cannot help veterans because they cannot relate.

However, making this vision of a counselor a reality relies on the legislative process and funding. Currently it is still underway with the committee, and all status updates can be tracked on the Washington State Legislature page.

The actual bill, submitted to both House and Senate, reads NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. A new section is added to chapter 28B.10 RCW to read as follows: Subject to the appropriation of funds for this specific, purpose, the state universities, regional universities, and the state college shall each employ at least one full-time mental health counselor licensed under chapter 18.225 RCW who has experience working with active members of the military or military veterans, to work with student, faculty, and staff veterans, as well as their spouses and dependents, through each institution’s veteran resource center.

Dupont says the bill has risks, too. “If the mandate in the bill is enacted without funding, it will be bad for Central because it will force a cut in other student services in order to fulfill the required mental health counselor that is dedicated to only Veterans.”

Anticipating that possibility, OLA also submitted SB 5592 that would allow decoupling of tuition from service and activity fees. If passed, the S&A committee would have the autonomy to adjust their income for fees based on demand. So if both 5592 and 1737/5525 are passed, the funds needed to pay a counselor annually would be established and veterans would have mental health counseling at their fingertips.

“Veteran students face unique challenges in higher education, and so another resource to them would be beneficial,” says Dupont.

Among the services currently offered at the Veterans Center are: academic counseling, career guidance, help for transitioning back to society, weekly study sessions, a Veterans Club, and information on grants and tuition waivers, like Police & Firefighters, Veterans in Foreign Conflict Grant, and Survivors’ and Dependents’ Waivers.

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2,650 miles to the

soul Story by Megan Schrenk Design by Vanessa Cruz

From Mexico to Canada, snaking along the Pacific states of California, Oregon and Washington are 2,650 miles of sweeping wilderness belonging to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It is a beast that only the most steeled—or foolish—of hikers dare to tackle. Between the baking sun, bloodthirsty insects and deadly animals, the most fearsome enemy sometimes lies between your own two ears.

Preparing to take on the challenges the trail presents is Karra Russell Stone, a native from Selah, Wash. Stone’s father, who accompanied her on the quest was also pursuing a life-long dream of hiking the PCT. The trail comes with its own twists and turns, but Stone cannot foresee just how impactful this adventure will be. From revelations, to break downs, to love, nothing is too sacred or pure to be shielded from the demanding nature of the trail.

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CALIFORNIA Mile 0. The beginnings are always sweet. You have decided to challenge the PCT with a friend and you’re flying down to the border of Mexico.

Restless feet are itching to finally release anticipation that has been building up for this moment.

You have spent months planning every detail, every meal, every town to stop at.

Stone stands in this very moment with her father on April 20, 2015. For months, she has been teetering on the edge; having just completed college and caught in the throngs of a destructive relationship, a mental breakdown feels like it is just around the corner.

This is the perfect chance.

Stone views the trail “as a walking meditation, a place of inner discovery, a place where I could get in touch with my center and my strength.” She knows the trip will change her life. She is curious to see how.

Mile 266. You’re only ten percent through.

Weary legs continue plowing forward, moving on their own accord. By this point you would think your body would be in the best shape ever, ready to conquer any mountain thrown in your way.

But reality makes itself cozy, just like the festering blisters blossoming on your feet.

At this point, Stone is reminded that hiking is not just about accepting the physical pain, but acknowledging the mental anguish it can cause.

“You can want to go home, you can want to quit, you just won’t,” is Stone’s mantra through the

hundreds of miles fighting against blistering feet, hunger pains and fatigue.

Mile 543. Congratulations, you have made it half way through California and have completed just over 20 percent of your hike. Re-energized, you’re finding a new surge of energy accompanied by a moral boost. Those high spirits come crumbling down, however, when your companion finds themselves injured, unable to continue the hike.

Stone realizes she is going to be completing the trail alone. It was her father’s dream to hike the PCT, and his dream is being put on hold after tearing ligaments in both of his ankles. Stone watches him limping in agony, his face white with pain before coming to this conclusion.

The next question is if she is going to continue trekking forward all alone.

“My father is a big influence and with him around it wasn’t an escape from my old life,” says Stone, remarking on the journey thus far. “It was like going to a therapist with my parents sitting in the corner.”

Independence comes shortly after her father flies home out of Reno.

“I knew I was going to keep going. It wasn’t a debate in my mind,” states Stone. She is determined to complete what she had started.

Mile 892. A heavy weight settles on your shoulders knowing that 806 miles still lie between you and the Oregon boarder. Being alone out on the trail, while vastly different from traveling with a companion, still feels the same in many ways.

I SAW THE TRAIL AS A “WALKING MEDITATION, A PLACE OF INNER DISCOVERY...

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Partially because there is always someone there to keep you company—your own thoughts.

Loneliness to this degree is something that Stone has never experienced before. Walking hundreds of miles alone with only your own thoughts to keep you company has become the most exasperating experience.

“Many times I’d make walls to stop negative loops of unproductive thoughts,” says Stone. “It was sometimes maddening to be in my head so much. I also began to question my sanity. The longer I was out there the more serious I questioned it.”

“When Karra came home for a few days, she seemed restless and preoccupied,” recalls Diana Layton, Stone’s sister. Even Stone remarks that she is starved for some human interaction after spending so much time feeling like the only person within a thousand miles.

Mile 1,000. Hike, eat, hike, sleep, hike some more and repeat every day for the past 1,000 miles, along with the next 1,650 miles. That is all you do.

At the beginning you thought there would be time to read, write and thoroughly immerse yourself in the adventure surrounding you. Again, however, reality decides to knock your heartfelt dreams out the window.

“All of my time was spent hiking; 12 hours a day minimum,” expresses Stone. “Most people around me started with the sun and finished with the sun. In the middle of summer there was about 15 hours of light.” This leaves little time for much

else to be done besides crossing dozens of miles.

On good days, 20 miles will be crossed between sun up and sun down. That breaks down to about two miles per hour, which might not seem fast. Factor in the scorching heat, undulating elevation and the amount of time spent eating to keep your body going, then that two miles per hour becomes a very brisk pace to set.

Mile 1,325. You’re half way, over 1,000 miles have been crossed, and at this point you’re willing to talk to thin air just to have some semblance of human companionship. While solitude might help in creating that ever elusive insightfulness, the craving for human contact is becoming ravenous.

Beginning the hike with her father, Stone did not feel compelled to become part of a group. That is, until her father had to step off the trail, leaving her alone. “I often enjoyed being alone, but sometimes it felt very empty and I wanted to fill that space with a person,” she remarks.

Stone begins grouping up with different hikers, each with their own unique trail names like Hawaii, Beer Goddess and even one who kept his own name, Ram. But by the time she joins these social circles, everyone is already tight-knit. “I felt invisible,” says Stone. “I thought I had gotten over my social awkwardness and timidity but I was faced with it head on. During those times, I yearned more than ever to be back on the trail.”

Mile 1,565. Each day, little by little, you are inching your way towards the Oregon border.

There are no frills out here, just expansive desert

...A PLACE WHERE I COULD GET IN TOUCH WITH MY CENTER AND MY STRENGTH.

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- KARRA RUSSELL STONE

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dotted with some trees here and there. Sometimes, a companion would be nice for enduring these long, dragging miles.

Somewhere along this winding desert path, Stone runs into a fellow PCT hiker from Israel, the gentleman named Ram. In the moment, she is unaware of what a significant role this one person will soon play in her life.

Stone acquires her own trail name with a helping hand from Ram. It is a feather, one Ram believes to be red but Stone jokes is really a bright shade of orange and grey, that he gives her. Stone threads in through her side braid thoughtfully and Red Feather becomes her new name.

After meeting her, Ram expresses that Stone appears to be hiding, avoiding other people. He ws curious about this quite girl out here hiking the trail alone. “I also thought she was very beautiful,” confesses Ram as they begin their journey together.

Hiking together provides a new experience for Stone. There are times where their paths intertwine, but she and Ram respect that they were both out there for their own goals.

“There’s a common motto between hikers of ‘hike your own hike.’ We were all out there for different reasons with different paths and plans,” says Stone. “Space to move along our individual paths was the most important thing and I think most of us understood and respected that.”

OREGON Mile 1,698. You have done it, you’ve finally reached the Oregon border.

Many would be ragged and exhausted from traversing the entire expanse of California. This section of the trail is regarded as one of the hardest to complete, longings for home tugging desperately at the heart-strings of many hikers.

Gratefully, though, Stone is preparing to tackle most of Oregon in the company of a friend and her sister, Diana.

Intermittingly, however, Stone is able to meet up with Ram. After their first meeting in Oregon, Ram takes the new feather and entwines it in Stone’s braid along side the one he gave her when they first met. Before parting, Stone returns his old feather, sealing it with a hug goodbye. An exchange begins. A feather of his for one of hers.

Mile 2,079. Just under 80 percent of the PCT

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has been completed. Not only that, but Washington is so close you can almost smell it. Chomping at the bit, you surge forward, ready to find your own heroic tale of completion.

That same pull is what drives Stone forward.

As she nears the Washington border, her time hiking with Diana is gradually coming to an end as well. Spending the majority of Oregon hiking with people, as enjoyable as it is, yields another revelation for her.

“Being alone meant I had no one to compromise with,” says Stone. For her it was complete independence. “I loved being free, responsible and independent,” but she would always long for the company of certain people.

And a certain gentleman waits for Stone at the border of Washington in the quaint city of Cascade Locks.

WASHINGTON Mile 2,396. Just 10 percent of the trail is left to journey as you crest over Snoqualmie Pass. While you’re dreaming of fresh clothes and a warm, cushy bed, others are dreaming about their future.

“There was plenty of time to over evaluate my past, present and future from every angle,” she remarked. “I did a lot of contemplating that sometimes resulted in insights.”

One thing became certain in her musings: Ram is someone she feels a connection to. And Ram feels the exact same way.

Mile 2,560. The home stretch lies before you.

Just 90 miles to go between Stehekin Pass to Manning Park, B.C. As the journey begins drawing to an end, your mind is swimming in reflection. All the sunsets you watched, mosquitoes you wished the worst endings to and new friends whose paths are now woven tightly with yours.

Prefect endings do come after traversing 2,560 miles through blazing sun, hail, bloody blisters and crippling hunger. “It was really rough in the beginning, but after a couple of months the constant aches and pains became inconsequential,” says Stone who has been on the trail for almost five and a half months.

The PCT is all about perseverance and persistence. “I let loose the grip that forced my path into a certain direction,” Stone says. “I became flexible to changes and learned to listen to my intuition.”

Each foot step brings Stone a little closer to her heart.

Mile 2,650. The PCT is 100 percent complete.

Your epic journey has culminated to this one moment where you can lay your hand across the stone block signaling the northernmost terminus and say “I did it.”

This adventure is not the only thing coming to a head.

Stone has discovered how resilient her nature is and how adaptive she can be in any situation.

Stone realizes that she has more resolve to live the life she wants, no matter what obstacles are in the path.

She also finds love.

“I felt that traveling with Karra in Washington was the most synchronized thing that could have happened,” says Ram. “Finishing the trail hiking with Karra was the most perfect ending for a perfect adventure.”

Stone reminisces on her earliest thoughts regarding her trek. “So many people would kill for this opportunity and it’s right in my lap. I can’t not go,” she says.

And, just like in life, Stone begins her journey with her father right there with a strong, steady hand to navigate the way. Through the twists and turns of the trail and life, some of the strongest connections are formed in the most unexpected places. Stone does not complete the trail alone, despite having to say goodbye to her father. The relationship she creates with Ram began with an exchange of feathers and ends with an exchange of hearts. In the end, she emerges with the man she will marry in just over a year.

Through the highs and lows, the brightest days and the darkest nights, the PCT is more than just another hike. It creates an anguishing, yet compelling test for even the most physically capable.

Those who can mentally shoulder the pain are blessed with a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will weave wondrous stories for years to come.

Whether the trail provides you with insights about your true nature, allows you to map out your future, or creates that future by giving you the chance to fall in love, one thing can be said; in those 2,650 miles you will find yourself. Because those 2,650 miles create a map to your soul.

LIST OF SELECT STOPS ALONG THE TRAIL Manning Park, Canada Hearts Pass, WA Rainy Pass, WA Snoqualmie Pass, WA

Columbia River Gorge, OR Three Sisters Wilderness, OR Rouge River National Forest, OR

Shasta-Trinity National Forest, CA

Yosemite National Park, CA

John Muir Wilderness, CA

Pinchot Pass, CA Forester Pass, CA Kennedy Meadows, CA

South Lake Tahoe, CA Big Bear Lake, CA

Campo, CA

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F I T N E F A S H I Concept by Simone Corbett & Mandi Ringgenberg Photos by Jack Lambert // Design by Vanessa Cruz

Fashion is all around us; it’s in shopping malls, on the streets, or in the gym. Fitness fashion is unique because it serves as a catalyst to an athlete's success. A snowboarder may have a special pair of snow pants or a sprinter may have a favorite pair of tights to run in. Those who commit to staying fit, believe what they wear changes how they feel, and ultimately how well they perform.

For Amanda Fronckowiak, yoga helps her, as a college student, remain mentally and physically fit.

"I love yoga because I love the way it [has] aligned my body," Fronckowiak says. "Mentally and physically, it's more than just a workout class, it's a breath control and meditative-lead discipline and I can't imagine life without it."

Check out our full gallery at www.cwupulse.com

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WHEN I’M LOOKING FOR ATHLETIC ATTIRE I MOSTLY LOOK FOR A BRAND THAT I KNOW CAN STAND UP TO THE RIGORS OF CONSISTENT WORK OUT AND WEEKLY WASHINGS... IT’S NOT WORTH THE MONEY OR TIME IF IT CAN’T LAST MORE THAN A FEW MONTHS.

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Emmanuel Fallis, junior

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I FEEL RIDICULOUSLY HAPPY WHILE I SNOWBOARD. I LOVE CHALLENGING MYSELF, SO ANYTIME I COMPLETE A CHALLENGE, IT’S BEYOND REWARDING.

” Kaitlyn Kurisu, sophomore

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WHEN YOU BOULDER YOU ARE ALWAYS TRYING NEW ROUTES AND WHEN YOU GET A NEW ONE, IT JUST GOES TO SHOW THAT YOU ARE GETTING STRONGER. I DO IT TO SHOW MYSELF THE STRENGTH I HAVE GAINED.

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Kendall Lay, sophomore

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I EXERCISE BECAUSE I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO DEAL WITH THE AMOUNT OF STESS THAT BEING A COLLEGE STUDENT ENTAILS.

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When it comes to body positivity, gaining weight, or muscle mass, shouldn't be an issue.

And for some social media and fitness activists, they want to get rid of any stigmas of a what it means to have a "fit body."

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Camille Brodorey, Graduate student

MIND & BODY

Obsessions Over ‘Perfection’ At the start of the New Year, Arianna Dantone, 21, a Texas-based fitness blogger, started a resolution to empower body positivity. On Jan. 1, she posted a side profile of herself in workout clothes and her new challenge to empower other on body positivity.

Previously a bikini competitor, she developed a negative outlook on her body image.

“I competed two and a half years ago and it left me with a binge eating disorder and a terrible case of body dysmorphia. I spent a long time feeling weak and hating myself until it became too much,” Dantone says.

After finishing her competitions, she took up weight-lifting, focusing more on what her body could do, rather than what it didn’t look like.

Malin Olofsson, 27, and a fitness blogger from Sweden, also turned to weight-lifting after a life-threating battle with anorexia.

“Anorexia was my life, it was my entire reality,” Oloffson admits. “Food, working out, measuring, weighing, checking, obsessing about my body and food was the only thing that I participated within. It didn’t matter that I got to a point where my weight was below 30kg (67 lbs)—I was [still] looking at pictures of Kate Moss thinking, ‘If only I lost some more weight.”

After visiting numerous rehabilitation centers and therapists, and being diagnoses with anorexia, Olofsson chose to lead a healthier lifestyle.

“I realize now that to be able to find joy in working out, I need to give myself sufficient nutrition. And since my greatest love is lifting I’ll just do anything to continue to developing. Food and eating is nothing more than fuel for me now. Fuel to be able to do what I love and live my life,” Oloffson says.

Breaking the Stigma A survey done by the National Eating Disorder Association found that of the 165 participating college campuses in their survey, the study showed that athletes were an underserved population on campus for eating disorder prevention and awareness and that only 22 percent of campuses offered screenings and referrals for athletes.

Women have been heavily portrayed as stereotypical model sizes throughout the media. The stigma that women cannot have curves, big busts, strong, thick arms or legs is frowned up unless a professional athlete. These stigmas are what lead Dantone and Olofsson to post honest, raw photos on their social media pages and what lead to the popular use of #gainingweightiscool.

“I have used [#gainingweightiscool] hashtag because I really believe in becoming more positive, or at least neutral about weight gain… I think it’s amazing if we can encourage people to let go of the weight-fear and instead start to focus on giving the body what it reguires to function properly and not care about what the scale says,” Olofsson says.

Camille Brodorey, 25, a CWU graduate student in English Literature, felt being curvy growing up was a bad attribute as a woman. But being a recreational weight lifter now, “having a big ass is considered a benefit especially when doing squats," says Brodorey.

Both Dantone and Olofsson strive to portray on social media the realistic image of a transforming body, a tactic that Brodorey is inspired by, "when fitness bloggers show their flaws…of themselves looking bloated or with stomach rolls.”

And when it comes to looking at the numbers on the scale, Borodey feels that shouldn't be a determining factor for how fit and healthy she is.

“Your success should not be measured by your weight. I do not [want to] say you should never step on a scale, but stop obsessing over the numbers,” Borodey claims.

She says if you want to see results, don’t rely solely on the outcome of the scale, but instead focus on how your body feels.

“I think being body positive is taking care of your body. This does not mean obsessing over your size or weight, but you should eat well, find an exercise you like, and do not take your body for granted,” Borodey says.

Love Every Body Social media has vastly changed how to stay body posititive, especially for Borodey and Oloffson. That is why Olofsson will post pictures on her social media true to her body in that moment, posting pictures from any and all angles to normalize what a body can look like.

“For me, life is rather about what my body can do than how it looks while doing it,” says Olofsson.

“There are much more important things in my life than what my body looks like.”

It might seem impossible, but once you stop criticizing your body and focus on what it can do, as Dantone says, the more empowered and self-loving you become.

“I tell myself that I am more than my body. I focus on who I am rather than what I look like! Our bodies do not define us,” Dantone says. “They are just a place where our souls are held and our souls mean much more to others than what we look like.”

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Story by Yoo Young Lee Design by Taylor Morrell

YOUR CUP OF TEA PAIN RELIEF Susan Foley, a staff member at Better Life Natural Foods, says that even though she knows coffee treated in certain ways can be very good for the body, she doesn’t drink it because it makes her “jump out of [her] skin.” Instead, she much prefers drinking tea, especially green tea.

“Green tea is more balancing and it [gives] long lasting energy,” says Foley. “It’s got antioxidants. I mean, I love the smell of coffee but I like the feeling of what I get from tea.” She likes how tea wakes her up in a way the coffee can’t.

Foley is certainly not the only tea-lover, either.

Vanessa Bliley, music education major at Central, says she will drink coffee once in a while, but tea is her number-one beverage.

She believes mint tea also helps with her performance on the stage. As opposed to coffee that “just keeps [her] super awake,” tea’s gentle calming and awakening effects have made her fall in love with the drink.

Foley and Bliley both encourage people to try tea instead of coffee. Pulse compiled a list of tea varieties to make your life a tea-ny bit better without chugging down dehydrating coffee.

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If you’re someone who suffers from bloody painful menstrual cramps, Natural Remedies says that cinnamon might be the perfect solution for it, because of anti-inflammatory properties that soothe this kind of pain. Along with cinnamon, ginger is a great magic potion to calm the stomach. And peppermint tea can’t be stressed enough, as it is the perfect drink to calm the tummy and reduce menstrual cramps. On top of that, peppermint is proven to relax the muscles and suppress appetite-attention, LOHAS fellows!

CALMING TEA Now that we are approaching the end of the quarter, it is only natural to have a lot on your mind. Sunrise Senior Living says that in order to prevent another sleepless night, you can try chamomile, rooibos, and lavender.

These teas will send you right off to dreamland. Teas that include chamomile or lemongrass are also perfect to calm the body and keep you Zen. Namaste.

ENERGIZING TEA When your assignment is due 11:59 am, but it is already 11 and you are having writer’s block, we recommend a cup of green tea or yerba mate to improve productivity and help you focus. Black tea has also been known to improve cognitive function. A new study, conducted by Fifth International Scientific Symposium on Tea & Human Health, has proven that two cups of black tea per day could increase your attention span. What’s even better is that it might strengthen your work performance! If you are too mentally checked-out to even look at your homework, rooibos tisanes can get your creativity and energy going—they also contain an abundant amount of electrolytes.

IMMUNITY TEA When winter is already here, but Jon Snow isn’t here to hold you, chai spices will make sure your cold side isn’t too unbearable. According to American Online, they contain antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients. Be sure to look for ginger, stinging nettle, and fennel for the best results.

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WILD BERRY

MINT MOJITO Design by Manny Rivera & Vanessa Cruz

Unwind from school, chill out with a Patron Tequila mojito

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Directions: In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle berries and one sprig of mint with simple syrup.

Add spirits and lime juice.

Shake vigorously with ice to chill. Using a mesh strainer, fine-strain onto fresh ice in a collins or highball glass.

Top with sparkling water and stir.

Garnish with berry flag and the remaining sprig of mint.

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CHEAT DAY

SUN DAY DESSERTS AROUND

THE ‘BURG

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Story by Hannah Cottle Photo by Jack Lambert // Design by Taylor Morrell

FOOD & DRINK

It’s good to eat healthy, but there are definitely days when we crave decadence. Everybody deserves a few sweet treats and in Ellensburg it’s pretty easy to get our hands on some delicious desserts.

VINMAN’S BAKERY Here’s a little Ellensburg shame: I had no idea where Vinman’s was, even though it was right across the street from campus. With a cute little storefront on University and Walnut, Vinman’s was the perfect place to pick up some unconventional but delicious baked goods.

I got a cardamom coffee cake and a guava croissant, and decided to share it with Central student Bethany Burton. She preferred the coffee cake, saying “it’s soft on the inside with the perfect amount of cardamom. It would taste good with a sweet drink for a light brunch.”

I was a bigger fan of the guava croissant and really enjoyed the unusually tropical filling. I was a little skeptical about it at first, but after devouring it in the driver’s seat of my 2007 Kia Sportage, I realized that Vinman’s really knows what it’s doing in the unusual flavor department.

SUPER 1 I’d never been into Super 1 before, but it was the cutest little surprise. They had a lot of products most grocery stores I’ve been to wouldn’t have, like ice cream for those non-cheat days.

They had ‘healthy ice cream,’ Halo Top, in at least five flavors. The real crown jewel, however, is their bakery department.

I picked up a set of chocolate eclairs and a coconut cream pie - both personal favorites of mine. When I gave an eclair to Central’s Elementary Education major Monica Rodriguez, she was excited. “I feel bougie, I love it!” She went on later to say this was her favorite dessert in the assortment she tried—for her it beat ABC Donuts by a hair because of the sophistication factor.

However, she wasn’t the biggest fan of the coconut crème pie. “It tastes like what perfume tastes like,” she elaborated. “It’s like a punch in the face coconut.” While I personally liked the coconut cream pie, it clearly isn’t for everyone.

ABC DONUTS When asked what his favorite thing about ABC donuts is, patron Travis Stansbury put it simply: “the donuts.” This echoes my sentiments exactly.

The great thing about donuts in general is how inexpensive they are – and since ABC’s are under a dollar, I’m pretty thrilled. Just to add to ABC’S pros, they have prompt service and some fantastic maple bars.

I personally sampled a chocolate glazed donut. I really dug the brownie-like texture, and felt like there was almost an Oreo element. The deep chocolate flavor paired with the almost-crispy glaze made for a real treat.

Central student Lacey Stroud was a fan of the red velvet donut. “These are so good. These are like… moist. I know it’s a gross word, but these are moist.”

WINEGARS I’m a huge Winegars fan—I currently have a pint of Chocolate Gary Dough and a pint of Ashley’s Coconuttery Swirl in my freezer, but I wanted to try something outside of my comfort zone.

So I asked Winegars employee Jacqueline Hendrickson for a recommendation - “I like the Vicki Berry, that’s my favorite. I’m a huge berry fan,” she said enthusiastically. “I like something that’s super sweet, and that one’s just perfect.”

I got a pint of Vicki Berry, a huckleberry-flavored ice cream. Of the treats that I shared, the Vicki Berry recommendation—though not my cup of tea—was something Stroud had a lot to say about. “Literally, I hate bumps in my food, and I can’t have nuts in my food at all, and I can eat this. Because it’s not huge chunks.” She continued, “This one’s my favorite.”

Not everyone is a huge huckleberry person, so I asked Hendrickson for a recommendation that was for more of the chocolate-loving set.

“The Reecer Creek Brownie is really good, if you like chocolate, or our Chocolate Gary Dough.”

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meals

IN A MUG Story by Sarah Johnson Design by Taylor Morrell

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Mac and Cheese

Want a simple meal to eat, but don’t want to walk down to the SURC? Tired of cafeteria food? Meals in a mug are an up-and-coming trend, so Pulse is sharing a day’s worth of quick and easy mug-friendly recipes. Try one out, and let us know what you think of these microwavable meals using #CWUPulse.

Scrambled Eggs 1 pat of butter 2 eggs 1 tbsp milk Salt and black pepper to taste 1. Put the butter in a mug. Microwave just until melted.

2. Break in the eggs, add the milk, and season with salt and pepper. Beat with a fork.

Return to the microwave and cook on high for 30 seconds.

3. Remove and break up the egg with a fork.

Return to the microwave and cook on high for 10 seconds. Repeat 2-3 more times.

4. Remove from the microwave and beat again. The eggs might still look runny in places but it will continue to cook. Let stand for 1 minute.

¼ cup macaroni (or small pasta of your choice) 1 and ¼ cup of water 2 tbsp cream cheese or milk ¼ tsp mustard 2 tbsp of grated sharp cheddar cheese Salt and pepper to taste 1. Put the uncooked macaroni (or other pasta) in a large mug. Add 6 tbsp of water.

Cover with plastic wrap and pierce with a knife. Microwave on high for 2 minutes.

2. Stir well, add another ¼ cup of water and microwave for 2 more minutes. Repeat the process until the pasta is tender (about 8 minutes).

3. Stir in any remaining water, cream cheese, mustard, and cheddar cheese.

4. Return to the microwave for 2 minutes.

5. Stir well and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Chocolate Cake 3 tbsp all-purpose flour 3 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/4 tsp baking powder Pinch of salt 3 tbsp whole milk 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1. Add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir.

2. Add milk, vegetable oil and stir until smooth.

3. Microwave for 90 seconds and let stand to cool for 1 minute.

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pulse8 features

alex & sierra Story by Simone Corbett Design by Vanessa Cruz Photo provided by WORKS Entertainment

Mix some acoustic with a little bit of indie-pop and a whole lot of love, and you’ll get the romantic duo that is Alex and Sierra. Although they’ve been friends since their late teens, Florida natives Alex Kinsey, 25, and Sierra Deaton, 26, have been dating and making music together since re-connecting while in school at University of Central Florida. In 2013, the two decided to take their talents from YouTube to the X-Factor stage, where they won the third and final U.S. season of the TV show. Ever since, the sky has been the limit for these edgy songbirds. After touring with artists like Andy Grammer and Colbie Caillat, the duo took some time to truly discover their own sound, separate from their X-Factor image. Now, they’re selling out venues on their first headlining tour following the release of their second album, “As Seen on TV,” as independent artists. Oh, and their rock-solid relationship? It hasn’t budged.

WHAT WORDS DO YOU LIVE BY? Alex: “My grandpa once said if you let people crap all over you, imagine how you’ll smell.”

Sierra: “I know there’s a really long, amazing, in-depth one that really speaks to your soul and makes me sound really cool, but the one that I can think of ‘cause it’s like my favorite movie ever is ‘Hakuna Matata’… I get really nervous, I have a lot of anxiety and it just means no worries and calm down.”

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WHAT IS IT LIKE BEING ON TOUR WITH YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER? S: “It’s interesting but it’s really fun. When something goes wrong or you’re stressed we can find comfort in each other.”

A: “It’s not lonely and a lot of people say that tour is lonely; for us it’s not at all. [Sierra] and I do everything together.”

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WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED SINCE BEGINNING IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY? A: “Communication is key. You have to be open about everything, but you also have to be okay with other people being open too. You can’t shut people out because they say something you don’t like. You just have to understand that you have to be able to talk and you have to be able to overcome things through words, because if you don’t it’s really difficult.”

S: “As far as the business too, you have to remember that there’s always a reason or people have a motive behind doing things. As far as a label, they’re not necessarily picking the best song on it— there’s politics that go into it and you have to remember that music is a subjective art, there’s always gonna be people that love it and there’s gonna be people that hate it. We have to keep in mind that if we’re having fun and we’re passionate about it, to remember the people that do love it as much as we do.”

A: “It’s easy to dwell on the bad and it’s easy to forget the good, so you have to do the opposite.”

CAN YOU EXPLAIN THE SOUND AND THE VISION BEHIND ‘AS SEEN ON TV’?

A: “‘As Seen on TV’ was kind of our way of closing the X-Factor chapter, that’s why we started with [five] covers on it and then we ended with three originals. The three originals are very different than anything from the album prior, and I think that’s more of the direction we want to go in— the Nick Jonas, Alessia Cara [sound]… Once the X-Factor got cancelled they took everything offline, [and] we knew people still wanted to hear the covers. So it was a good way to just end it—this is our last X-Factor homage, now we’re gonna move on and we’re gonna start writing the stuff that we want to do.”

WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF? A: “Our band [has] really good musicians, some of the best I’ve ever heard. And the fact that they want to go on the road with us—to me, having some of the best musicians I’ve ever known excited to play our music is so cool.”

S: “As far as our musical career, it’s had a lot of ups and downs, and I’m proud that nothing has kept us from doing what we love to do. Living in a city

like LA, you definitely hear a lot of no’s and I’m proud that we haven’t let it stop us. We’ve made our own yes’s!”

A: “We also played Radio City Music Hall once, and that might’ve been one of my proudest moments. We opened for Train and I think I said ‘Radio City Music Hall’ 12 times.”

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY OF THIS TOUR SO FAR? A: “We drove up from San Fran and we stopped at a rest stop and it was in the middle of Redwoods, and it was a great 20 minutes... still in my head, that is what I picture so far from this tour, was that moment.”

(Editor Note: Alex paused the interview to show us pictures from the Redwoods on his phone and they were absolutely stunning. If you’ve visited the Redwoods before, you know what we’re talking about.)

A: “My most memorable moment was the Redwoods but the coolest moment for me so far has been that first show.”

S: “We had a band pow-wow and hugged it out because we were all really stressed, we had a stressful soundcheck, and just before we went on we all took a shot together, and had a little huggy-powwow— it was a special moment for me.”

A: “Our band members are our family. Great musicians are great, but great people are better.”

S: “And our great musicians are great people.”

WHAT MUSIC ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? A: “The Bruno Mars album, the whole album. And Chance the Rapper. Chance and Bruno are the two most recent albums that I’ve been listening to.”

S: “Astrid S. I like Jon Bellion too.”

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO LOOK FORWARD TO FROM YOU GUYS? S: “Original music.”

A: “We’ve been writing for the better part of a year—over a year. We’ve been writing a lot and we’ve been just trying to get as much as we can together, and after tour we’re gonna write some more and we’re gonna keep trying to make good songs.

We might release a couple singles… but what to expect? Originals.”

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ELLENSBURG

DAILY SPECIALS MONDAY Starlight $5 signature martinis Wings $2 Bud Light The Porch $5 mojitos The Tav $1.50 PBR Iron Horse Brewery Study Session 4-close $5 tasting menu

TUESDAY Blue Rock $1 tacos Starlight Half of liquor 9-close Wings 59 cent wings, half off bomb shots The Porch $2 tacos, $2 Coronas, $5 loaded Coronas, $3 well tequila shot The Palace 88 cent tacos, $2.50 Coronas, $3.75 loaded Coronas

The Tav $7 domestic pitchers Iron Horse Brewery Study Session 4-close $5 tasting menu

WEDNESDAY Blue Rock $5 burgers Starlight $2.50 single & $4 double wells Wings $2 Coronas, $3.50 Loaded Corona, $5 Coronaritas The Porch $5 glasses of wine The Palace $4 Moscow Mules The Tav $7 domestic pitchers during happy hour Iron Horse Brewery Study Session 4-close $5 tasting menu

THURSDAY Blue Rock $1 beer, $5 long island teas

Wings $1 off all bottles & 16 oz beers The Porch $4 pints The Palace 88 cent tacos, $2.50 Coronas, $3.75 loaded Coronas The Tav $5 wells, $2 tequila wells, $7 patron

FRIDAY Starlight $2 shot specials 9-close The Palace $3 Fireball shots The Tav $2.50 fireball shots

SATURDAY Starlight $2 shot specials 9-close The Tav $2.50 Fireball shots

SUNDAY Wings All drink specials

Starlight $5 long island iced teas Design by Vanessa Cruz

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AFTER DARK

Starlight 3—6 p.m.

Half off appetizers, dollar off all house wines, beers and martinis

Roadhouse 3—6 p.m. & 9—close Thursday-Tuesday All day Wednesday

Valley Cafe 3—6 p.m.

The Porch 3—6 p.m.

The Palace 4—7 p.m.

301 5—7 p.m. $2.75 single $3.75 double 9—10 p.m. $3 PBR

The Tav 3—5:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday half off appetizers, $2.50 wells

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