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Thursday April 7, 2016
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2016-17 BOG appoints first executives by corey mcdonald staff writer @coreymacc
The 2016-17 Student Government Association administration held its first meeting last night, where it elected a new vice chair and held executive appointments that established the remainder of the board. Applications for executive appointments were distributed to the student body with Student Body President Julie Merow and Vice President Mac Mc-
Intyre picking appointees who were then confirmed or denied by the board. All five executive positions filled Wednesday went uncontested and the race for vice chair saw both Governor Erin Heeter and Governor Haley Quigley nominated for the position. Heeter was appointed, with Board members citing her prior experience as Chief of Staff to the previous administration, as well as Director of Student Organizations, as qualifications for her to assume the
role. “I think one of the biggest things we lack is communication between the executive and legislative branch,” said Heeter. “By having that experience (as Chief of Staff ) I can bring those branches together.” The position of Vice Chair is “meant to whip votes,” according to McIntyre. While it’s a secretarial role, it is also a leadership position within the organization, he said. Following the election of the Vice Chair was executive appointments, where
selected appointees made their case for why they should hold the position at hand. Trevor Kiess, a sophomore and former Governor of the Year for the 2015-16 SGA administration, was appointed as the Chief of Staff, telling the Board he would hold strong accountability for governors’ responsibilities. Elizabeth Barnhart, who sat on two previous SGA administrations and served as the organizations communications director, was appointed as the ex-
PAVING THE WAY Legendary speaker visits WVU, shares experiences as Native American leader by tessa iglesias
ecutive secretary. While she will be graduating in December 2016, Barnhart will be training her intern to act as an adequate replacement who will contend for executive appointment when she leaves. Roshan Daniels, who formerly sat on the Bureau of Finance and the Elections Committee, was appointed as the treasurer, with members of the board commending his skill on the BOF for the previous two years, along with his committed participation with SGA.
Charismatic, energetic, funny, witty, engaging and inspiring. These are just a few of the words that could be used to describe 80-yearold Ada Deer, former Chair of the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsinand, and the first woman to head the Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs. Wednesday evening, on behalf of the Native American Studies program, Deer gave a public presentation titled “From Reservation Cabin to the Corridors of Power: Changing Our World from Within”. Deer is a woman of many firsts, as well as an inspiring trailblazer. She was the first woman to be appointed Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in the U.S. Department of the Interior, the first American woman in the U.S. to win a major party primary (the Wisconsin Congressional race), the First female Chair of the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin, the first American Indian to earn a Master’s in social work from Columbia University, the first American Indian Woman to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and she successfully advocated for the passage of the 1973 Menominee Tribal Restoration Act. “The ark of the universe is long, but it bends toward justice, so each of you can take part in the ark and make your effort to bend toward justice in your life”, Deer said to conclude her presentation, which highlighted her numerous accomplishments from her fight in the struggle for indigenous rights. Deer’s presentation began with her roots; a daughter of a Quaker mother and a Menominee father, Deer left her reservation to pursue education. She became a college graduate, a so-
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Ms. Ada Deer presents “From Reservation Cabin to the Corridors of Power: Changing Our World from Within.” She speaks about her time in office and expresses her ideas on creating social and political change. cial worker and a force to ically oppressed people and tion, she took questions be reckoned with in Wash- groups,” said Bonnie Brown, from the audience. ington D.C., inspiring many the Native American StudThere was a high numpeople along the way. ies program coordinator. ber of inquiries from cu“She’s a strong proponent “She has done this through rious and inspired guests. of women’s rights, Ameri- her professional role as a After the questions Brown can Indian rights, indige- social worker, but also as a and the Native American nous rightsand has dedi- successful political and gov- Studies Students presented cated an entire lifetime to ernmental leader.” see FIRST on PAGE 2 making life better for historAfter Deer’s presenta-
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HUSH play sheds light on sexual assault by rachel mcbride staff writer @rachelgmcb
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Dakota Workman, former Republican SALA chair, was appointed as attorney general for the board. He was adamant about how he would conduct his responsibilities as Attorney General. “I’m sure the majority of you all know me, and know that I am very strong with my principles,” Workman said. “And as Attorney General, my goal would be to make sure governors are accountable. I would expect governor
Helping to bring attention to the complexities of date rape, the West Virginia University “It’s On Us” campaign will be hosting HUSH, a play by Laura Gagliano. In the play, Sara and John have noticed a drastic change in their friend, Kim. She not only refuses to talk about whatever is bothering her, she’s pushing everyone away as well. Despite this, Sara and John stick by her, and finally, she confides in Sara: Kim’s boyfriend, Rob, sexually assaulted her. After being given an assignment in a peer advocacy class, WVU students were told to be creative and collaborate on something they felt passionately about—raising awareness of sexual assault and power-based violence on campus. James Lockhart, sophomore business student and producer of the play, partnered with director, Corabeth Andujar and WVU theatre students to make HUSH a reality. HUSH, originally published in 1992, addresses a taboo topic Lockhart says is too often “overlooked, or met with indifference, inaction or judgement.” “It (the play) is a frank, and candid look at reality,” Lockhart said. “Sexual assault can happen to anyone.” Marianna Matthews, Title IX education peer advocate specialist for WVU, said by using art to talk about important cultural issues such as sexual assault, a wider demographic can be reached in a multitude of ways. “I think art is a self-expression everyone interprets differently,” Matthews said. “With art you can teach people to think about things differently.” Matthews said the freedom of expression found in art is the perfect platform to
bring awareness to cultural issues on college campuses. “Posters are great,” she said, “but when you are using a different approach that’s as powerful as art is, I don’t think there’s a better way.” During the show, Lydia Owens, freshman advertising student and singer/ songwriter for the play, will perform an original song. Owens said she is constantly writing or singing in her head, but after seeing HUSH, she had to get her thoughts down on paper. For her, experiencing HUSH was an emotional experience and writing a song for the production was a primitive reaction to seeing the show. “Raw emotions splayed out on the human canvas,” Owens said. “I was already a part of this play, but I couldn’t help but contribute a little more.” It took Owens less than an hour to create the melody and words for the production’s original song. “Everything about this play is moving and understandable and just so crushing, so I incorporated that into the song,” Owens said. If anyone who sees the show can relate to any part of the performance, Owens hopes it’s the idea that no matter how many times someone has been hushed, they still have a voice and deserve to be heard. This is one of the main themes of the play. “It’s (the issues of sexual assault and violence) on us,” Owens said. “So, let’s listen.” HUSH will show at 7:30 p.m. April 7-9 at the Falbo Theatre in the Creative Arts Center. All showings are free and open to the public. The production contains information about sexual assault, power-based personal violence and other material which may be emotionally disturbing to some viewers. Advocates and resources will be avail-
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“It’s On Us” Week sparks campus conversations about sexual assault by jamie mason staff writer @dailyathenaeum
Twenty-three percent of college females report being sexually assaulted while in college, according to a survey from the Association of American Universities. West Virginia University is taking part in an effort to change that. In September 2014, President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden launched the “It’s On Us” campaign, an initiative to help put an end to sexual assault on college campuses. For the first time, WVU devoted an entire week to the awareness of sexual assault and provide students
with opportunities to learn more about safe sex, consent and the way people think and talk about sexual assault. “This week specifically… the White House has encouraged every institution that’s participating in the campaign to host events every day,” said Mariana Matthews, the Title IX education peer advocate specialist for WVU. Throughout the year, Matthews and the Peer Advocates worked with different student groups and offices within the University to promote sexual assault awareness and prevention, and educate students on the resources available to them. “It’s On Us” Week kicked
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off Monday, where students could utilize free resources, films and a blood drive table. The events on Tuesday and Wednesday were very similar, with the addition of a quilt creation table, bystander training and an open-forum discussion. “I think (the outcome) has been great,” Matthews said. “One of the things that was a lot bigger than we thought was the photo booth. The students basically had signs that encouraged students to get consent and then they were taking pictures with the signs.” The schedule for Thursday, Friday and Saturday includes many of the same events, with a few more
added each day, including drop-in open counseling, ‘Conversations with Cops,’ a ‘Walk of Change’ and a Title IX training session. The faculty and students sponsoring the week are pleased with the amount of feedback and help they’ve received from the WVU community members. University Police officers were present in the Mountainlair Tuesday talking with students that had questions about the legal aspects of sexual assault. “People need to know everyone plays a part in safety and when it comes to sexual assault, it’s on us,” said Officer Peggy Runyon. “We have to take care of each other… You have a responsibility…
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It’s on all of us to pay attention and to help each other out.” As a result of this being the first ‘It’s On Us’ Week at WVU, there are no statistics available on the effects of this week, but Runyon believes this is a great initiative and it “can’t hurt.” She hopes the more WVU publicizes and promotes this initiative, the more people will join and take action in the right direction. Over the weekend, there was a report of a sexual assault at the Sigma Chi fraternity house. Although Runyon could not comment specifically on the alleged sexual assault incident, she feels any situation involving a possible sexual as-
sault should be treated seriously and this week is great because it gives victims of sexual assault the tools and knowledge they need. “We take all of that seriously… and are taking all of the precautions and doing all of the investigation type things we need to do to bring it to an end,” Runyon said. “We work with the Title IX office so we can get whoever the victim, that’s our biggest concern, is to get them back to somewhere near normalcy.” For more information on the “It’s On Us” Week, visit http://titleix.wvu.edu/ schedule-for-it-s-on-usweek. danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu
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The Latest: Sanders questions if Clinton is qualified WASHINGTON (AP)—The Latest on campaign 2016 following (all times Eastern Daylight Time): 9:30 p.m. Bernie Sanders is questioning whether Democratic rival Hillary Clinton is “qualified” to be president after she spent much of Wednesday criticizing his record and his preparedness for the job. Sanders told a crowd of more than 10,000 people in Philadelphia that Clinton “has been saying lately that she thinks that I am quote unquote not qualified to be president.” He says, “I don’t believe that she is qualified if she is, through her super PAC, taking tens of millions of dollars in special interest funds.” He also says Clinton is not qualified because of her vote on the war in Iraq and her support for trade agreements that he says are harmful to American workers. Clinton spokesman Brian Fallon responded quickly, writing on Twitter: “Hillary Clinton did not say Bernie Sanders was ‘not qualified.’ But he has now - absurdly - said it about her. This is a new low.” 8:30 p.m. Police are reporting few incidents after Donald Trump’s supporters and protesters gathered outside a Long Island, N.Y., studio where the Republican front-runner held a rally Wednesday.
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Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders I-Vt., smiles during a campaign stop Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Tindley Temple United Methodist Church in Philadelphia. Acting Nassau County PoKrumpter said “sev- a rally of thousands across 2001 attacks that toppled the lice Commissioner Thomas eral hundred” police offi- town at Temple University. World Trade Center. Krumpter told reporters two cers were on scene and the Sanders told the audience Cruz was not the only tarpeople were arrested inside event cost the police depart- that as president, he would get of Trump’s attacks durthe rally for fighting each ment between $300,000 and listen to people in impover- ing the raucous Bethpage other. No arrests or physical $400,000. ished communities to learn rally. He called out “How altercations occurred outbad Hillary so bad. It will be 8:20 p.m. more about their needs. side the venue, he said. Bernie Sanders stopped He added that jobs re- fun! It will be fun!” Six people were trans- by a historic black church building infrastructure The New York primary, ported to hospitals and in south Philadelphia on would increase opportu- the first meaningful contest seven were treated at the site Wednesday, taking ques- nities for minority gov- in the state in decades, will for conditions like fainting tions from a more intimate ernment contractors and be held April 19. and dehydration. audience before heading to small businesses in black Meanwhile outside the communities. venue, police on horses are Sanders was also asked standing where the riot cops COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY whether he supported rep- aren’t. The media has been arations for slavery. He said pushed across the street. he wants to prioritize federal 7:15 p.m. funding for depressed areas, Hillary Clinton is rallywhere many black Ameri- ing her supporters in Pittscans live. burgh, warning that ReHe was also asked publicans are going to do whether he would be the “everything they can to take first U.S. president to apol- back the White House.” ogize for slavery. SandClinton was addressing ers responded, “Yes,” add- about 2,000 people at Carning that though slavery can egie Mellon University as never be undone, it must be another 1,400 were in an overflow room. acknowledged. She focused her atten7:45 p.m. Donald Trump is invok- tion on Republicans, accusing the heroism of New York ing the party of hurting the City police and firefighters progress made by the counduring the 9/11 terror at- try during the 1990s under tacks in a swipe at Republi- her husband, President Bill can rival Ted Cruz. Clinton. She says Republican DonTrump, in a rally on Long Island Wednesday night, in- ald Trump’s rhetoric is invoked Ted Cruz’s line from tended to “incite prejudice a debate earlier this year in and paranoia” and is “conwhich he criticized “New trary to who we are.” Clinton and Democratic York values.” Trump said Cruz said it “with scorn on rival Bernie Sanders were his face” and “with hatred.” campaigning in PennsylvaTrump said he couldn’t nia ahead of the state’s April believe that anyone would 26 primary. admissions@ccac.edu question the heroism of the 6:45 p.m. city’s uniformed officers Thousands of people are 412.237.3100 and construction workers filling a massive Long Isduring the aftermath of the land soundstage for Donald
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Trump’s first rally of his New York campaign swing. The crowd, which booed the standard disclaimer not to “touch or harm” any protesters.” The venue - Grumman Studios, where “Peter Pan Live!” and “The Wiz Live!” were broadcast in recent years - was the former home of an aeronautics company that worked on the lunar missions. Trump has a strong organization in his native state and several county chairs and former gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino spoke first to warm up the crowd. It is the first rally since he was defeated in the Wisconsin primary by rival Ted Cruz. 4:37 p.m. Exit polls from Wisconsin’s presidential primary Tuesday show GOP presidential front-runner Donald Trump did not get his usual advantage from voters who say they are angry about the federal government. Wisconsin voters were less likely to be angry than GOP voters in several previous big-state primaries, and Trump managed only a tie with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz among the group. Trump also ceded ground among workingclass and less-educated voters and “somewhat conservative” Republicans. All three groups helped form Trump’s coalitions in earlier victories. Cruz says his victory is a turning point in a Republican nominating fight that could extend to the summer GOP convention. But there were also signs for weeks that Wisconsin was not friendly territory for Trump, who looks to rebound in upcoming primaries in the northeast. 3:20 p.m. Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz is showing off his Spanish skills in New York - however limited. Speaking to journalists at an immigration event in the Bronx on Wednesday, Cruz was asked a question in Spanish, which he appeared to understand. He first began by answering the question in English, but was cut off by the reporter who asked him to respond in Spanish. He said he has “the problem of the second-generation immigrant.” In Spanish, Cruz told the reporter that he understands more Spanish than he speaks, noting that he spoke “Spanglish” at home when he was growing up.
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Continued from page 1 reports monthly in order to see that you’ve done something.” Also appointed was Ashley Morgan, former vice president of the previous administration, as the Big 12 Liaison, which has major implications for the administration heading forward. “Every year, all the Big 12 student governments get together—they have workshops and they prepare for ‘Big 12 On The
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Continued from page 1 Deer with Traditional Gift Giving. Their gifts to Deer included a book on the West Virginia peace tree—White Pine Spirit of Peace, by Anna Schein—a pow wow t-shirt featuring a turtle (an animal loved by Deer), and a shawl. The shawl was used in place of a blanket. To honor native people, it is tradition to present them with a blanket and have a community of people wrap them in it in order to show that you revere them, respect them, and are grateful for them. Symbolically, the leaders from the Native American studies student organiza-
Hill,’ which is where we go and lobby for higher education issues in Washington (D.C.) in the spring,” McIntyre said. “This year that conference will be at WVU, so the Big 12 liaison will be working on planning that conference.” The Big 12 conference will be held in November, with a specific date to be determined. The Student Government Association holds meetings at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in E. Moore Hall and it is open to the public. danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu
tion presented Deer with the shawl and wrapped her in it to show their love and respect. “It was really refreshing hearing such a powerful woman, it was really inspirational and I think one of the problems is people always think of native American people as people of the past but it’s great seeing someone so alive and current bringing these issues into contemporary America,” said Rachel Burgess, a junior native American studies student, after the presentation. “Now I’m like lets go out there, like lets really bring these people into the current and get people to know about them because they’re there, we just have to recognize them.” danewsroom@mail.wvu.edu
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Overworked America needs a break The stereotypes about Americans from other parts of the world don’t describe us well: We’re obese, neglectful of family, self-interested and most of all, lazy. Like all generalizations, these hold only a modicum of truth in the real world. However, statistics show the average working American is far from lazy—perhaps even detrimentally so. According to a report from ABC News, Americans now work longer days than any other nation in the world. Twenty-one percent of the total American workforce—more than 25 million Americans—worked at lesat 49 hours per week in 1999, and 11 million worked at least 59 hours per week. Though this data was collected 17 years ago, the numbers are expected to be even higher today. It can be argued the extra hours are necessary to keep food on the table in a country still feeling the effects of its 2008 recession, but working 20 hours more than fulltime has the potential to
manifest itself physically in the form of both acute and chronic illnesses. Healthline.com reports long-term stress can lead to headaches, stomachaches, insomnia and even more serious illnesses like high blood pressure, chronic anxiety and depressive episodes. Working more hours also leads to spending less time taking care of the household and less bonding time with children, which can also influence feelings of stress and dissatisfaction with life even after work is over. Japan sees such a high rate of death each year from overwork that Yahoo News reports it even has a term for it: “Karoshi.” Japan, which has no national limit on weekly working hours, is seeing more people seeking financial compensation for family members who either commit suicide or die from cardiovascular illnesses caused by overwork. It’s not unheard of for Japanese employees who die from work-related stress
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America’s overworked employees are at risk of many health problems. to work 100 hours of overtime in a single month. Karoshi has happened for decades in the notoriously hard-working country, but more women are now being affected by work-related illness and death as larger numbers begin to enter the workforce. America should examine
how overworking its employees can affect the lives of its workers and provide solutions before health issues to the extent of “karoshi” become commonplace. Instituting livable hourly wages, allowing paid maternity or paternity leave and including paid vacation days for workers in every
profession are just a number of potential actions the government could take to make life less stressful and promote maintaining mental and physical health over time. Americans like to think of themselves as innovative and industrious, but working oneself to death is not
something we should be proud of. Tackling the problem of worker satisfaction and creating healthier work environments will make for happier, less-stressed employees, which will in turn improve overall workplace productivity. daperspectives@mail.wvu.edu
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Paving the way for disabled company workers thomas mcquain columnist @thomasmcquainda
Social media has become an integral part of our lives over the past decade. However, not everyone has ease of access when trying to stay connected with friends and family around the globe. Until very recently, little headway has been made to acommodate the blind community, which greatly limited their levels of connectivity on social media sites such as Facebook. In an attempt to aid its blind users, Facebook employee Matt King came to the rescue. According to his interview with Mashable, he lost his sight at age 22 but did not let that stop him from leading a normal life. King is the first blind engineer hired by Facebook and was paramount in helping the company construct what has been considered a revolutionary breakthrough in artificial intelligence. The artificial intelligence not only has the capacity to dictate the text in King’s newsfeed, but can also describe images with relative accuracy using conditional sentences. The example Mashable provides is that of a friend’s outdoor photograph, to which the artificial intelligence discerns “may contain sky, tree and outdoor.” While these depictions
Matt King and other members of Facebook’s accessibility team hope to make Facebook’s services available for all users. first appear vague, they tell blind users leagues more than what they previously had access to. With this technology, blind users can enjoy and discuss images in their own medium, allowing for far better connections with friends and loved ones. Facebook’s new technology opens another dimension of immersion for their blind users and for the world of artificial intel-
ligence as well. King’s contribution to Facebook comes from his previous work done for IBM. From a company standpoint, Matt’s disability puts him in a very unique set of circumstances, as he is one of very few people who are both fully blind and wellversed in computer coding. One of IBM’s staffers mentions, “…what Matt brought
to the table was an understanding of technology underneath” when comparing King’s expertise to the feedback given to IBM from other blind users. King’s achievements illustrate the impact the disabled community can offer today’s industries. His ability to contribute to technological achievements while simultaneously living with the hurdles of blindness ex-
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emplifies the power of the disabled community in industries that largely cater to able-bodied members of society. The disabled possess a perspective on the world others may have difficulty fully grasping, and therefore can pinpoint solutions to problems in ways other workers may easily overlook. The servicing technology King has helped create
will potentially go toward aiding more than just blind Facebook users. For artificial intelligence to be able to understand images, even on a remedial level, is quite a breakthrough. As its artificial sight becomes more precise, humanity will likely see new technology begin to integrate this feature, such as cars that can stay on roads without human assistance. Andrew Johnson, an analysist for the American research company Gartner, says, “…tech companies increasingly need to cater not just to people with disabilities but to the ‘situationally disabled.’” These are people who cannot perform a desired act due to the circumstances they find themselves in. In the current day, for example, if a driver cannot see the road for just an instant while looking down at the radio or air conditioning controls, they may cause a serious accident. A car with artificial intelligence could, in theory, see the accident coming and stop just in time. While King ’s personal interests may be focused on aiding the blind, the steps his coding has taken will likely benefit all people in the near future. The disabled have a unique perspective to offer the workforce, and we can’t afford to miss out on their contributions as we plunge headfirst into the future. daperspectives@mail.wvu.edu
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The need for a third party: Lack of choices dilutes political process trent cunningham guest columnist @dailyathenaeum
It has been approximately 163 years since the American people last witnessed a president who represented neither the Republican nor Democratic Parties. Millard Fillmore, who served in office from 1850-53, was a member of the Whig Party which disbanded soon after Fillmore’s presidency ended. Almost immediately following the Whig Party’s implosion, the Republican and Democratic political paradigm was born and remains prominent to this day. As the country currently enters the key stages of a major election year, it is all but an absolute certainty that either a Republican or a Democrat will be sworn into presidency next January. Many Americans, especially those who strongly adhere to today’s predominant partisan lines, probably do not sense anything faulty
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The Whig party was one of several political parties active during the 19th century. with this perpetual two-party cycle in which the country has been immersed for nearly two centuries. After all, they most likely identify themselves as Republican or Democrat—affiliations that often run parallel with conservative and liberal ideologies respectively. With that being the case, it’s relatively easy to see why demand for a viable third option in the political process
on both a state and national level fails to gain sufficient traction. Voters seem willing to continue contributing to the current two-party system on the inherent belief that as long as “their party” takes legislative or executive office, the country’s best interests will be sought after and secured. However, there seems to be a contradiction when it comes to the American peo-
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ple’s faith in and adherence to the country’s two dominant parties. This is reflected in the approval rating of congress falling to 11 percent in late 2015. The American people obviously feel their representatives and senators are doing a terrible job, but this appears unlikely to deter them from once again voting along party lines when they head to the voting booths in
November. Albert Einstein’s famous quote, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results,” seems unfortunately appropriate when reflecting on political discourse in this country. A rather rigid sense of complacency with the Republican and Democratic parties seems to have entrenched itself within the minds of the voting public over time. The two parties are really all they’ve known, thus it’s what they’re most comfortable with. Prompting a meaningful portion of voters to stray from that comfort zone will definitely be a difficult endeavor; however, it seems like an ultimate inevitability as dissatisfaction with Washington continues to swell. Both Democratic and Republican politicians have done significant harm to this country in different ways, whether it was through destructive trade policies, weak immigration policy or an utter refusal to address the
monopolistic price-gouging from the healthcare industry. Those who naively believe Donald Trump will fix these things are likely to be as disappointed as many of those who bought into much of what Barack Obama promised in 2008. Trump claims to be anti-establishment, which is a rather curious claim for a billionaire to make, yet he seeks the Republican Presidential nomination. It’s more of the same where the people will essentially have two choices placed in front of them in November, with the exception of one or two miscellaneous party candidates whom no one has heard of due to the mindlock the Republican and Democratic mentality has over the people and, by extension, the media. Until the mindlock is broken, the Republican and Democratic parties will not be legitimately challenged and compelled to do better. daperspectives@mail.wvu.edu
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Country renegade Merle Haggard dead at 79
Merle Haggard influenced country music with his songs.
by chelsea walker A&E writer @dailyathenaeum
One of country’s sole remaining, black-hat rebels has officially passed at age 79. Known as the outlaw of country music, Merle Haggard redefined American music through grizzly grit and inexplicable talents. Haggard’s life was never ordinary. Growing up in a family of transplanted Oklahomans living in a boxcar in California did not make for an easy childhood. When his father died when he was 9 years old, Haggard found himself jumping freight cars around the Southwest for five years. Roaming in and escaping out of reformatories for most of his teenage years, Haggard’s menacing time with the criminal justice system led to his longtime persona within the industry as an “outlaw.” At 20 years old, and as a young, married father, Haggard found himself sentenced to three years in San Quentin for breaking into a cafe while intoxicated. During those three years in jail, Haggard said he learned to appreciate the things he had in life. Haggard told Salon in 1999 the experience made him a better person. “Going to prison has one of a few effects,” Haggard said in his interview with Salon magazine. “It can make you worse, or it can make you understand and appreciate freedom. I learned to appreciate freedom when I didn’t have any.” Once out, Haggard left behind his life as a rebel and began playing lead guitar in a local band. It was his first record, “(My Friends Are Gonna Be) Strangers” and his first number one single, “I’m A Lonesome Fugitive,” that officially jumpstarted the young artist’s career. After, Haggard went on to record more than a dozen number one country hits. Tracks such as
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“Okie from Muskogee,” and “The Fightin Side of Me” and “Mama Tried” became some of the most popular and influential country music songs of the time. Heeding advice from country music icon Johnny Cash, Haggard strived to write about the darker chapters of his life, using his troubled past as inspiration. His rugged charm, coupled with stellar vocals and amazing guitar skills, Haggard’s time in the industry influenced artists from Bob Dylan and Elivs Costello, to bands such as the Grateful Dead and the Byrds. In the 1970s and ‘80s, Haggard was no stranger to the limelight; TV appearances, tours and recording took up most of the star’s free time. Recording hits like “Pancho and Lefty” with Willie Nelson, and “Yesterday’s Wine” with George Jones, the country star continued to churn out top tier hits. From the 1960s, up until 2010 Haggard continued to carve his legacy in the industry where he got his start decades ago. His most recent album, “I Am What I Am,” dropped in April 2011, and the country music star performed the title song on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in February 2011. Haggard even appeared in a duet with Nelson, “Django and Jimmie,” in 2015. The hit became a number one hit on the country album charts, along with the single “It’s All Going to Pot” that graced the country top 50. It was in 2015 Haggard began suffering from complications from pneumonia. Despite a less than perfect upbringing, Haggard’s life was one that will always remain influential to the music industry. His rosy view of life was portrayed in the star’s 2012 interview with CNN. “I am smart enough to know that I have been gifted and have had a better than average shot at everything, I have been blessed many times.” daa&e@mail.wvu.edu
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A retelling of the ‘Trial of the Century’ comes to an end by Ally Litten A&E Writer @dailyathenaeum
Twenty-one years ago, two people lost their lives outside a Brentwood townhouse. The chaos surrounding these murders would consume the lives of hundreds of people over the course of the next two years. Instead of writing a crime series based on fictional cases, FX producers Larry Karaszewski and Scott Alexander decided to shine light on the case that has not been talked about for years: The murder of football star O.J. Simpsons’s wife, Nicole, and her friend, Ronald Goldman. Ba s e d o n Je f f e r y Toobin’s novel, “The Run of His Life: The People v. O.J. Simpson” the producers followed the infamous trial over the course of ten episodes. The series followed the step-by-step
actions taken by the Los Angeles District Attorney Office, Simpson’s defense team, the media and people all over the country. “American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson” acted as a time machine over the course of the past two months. Sending the viewers back to 1995, the horrid murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman were brought back into the media. Over the course of the past twenty years, key characters of the infamous trial capitalized on the story by releasing “their side.” Although it was a challenging feat, the first season of American Crime Story did an excellent job portraying all sides of the very confusing trial. While the program’s writing was realistic and factual, it was the acting that made the show. John Travolta, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Sarah Paulson, Da-
vid Schwimmer, Kenneth Choi, Sterling K. Brown and Courtney B. Vance all had outstanding performances. Not only did all the actors look like their real-life counterparts, but the raw emotion poured into their acting made it hard to tell the difference from the show and real life trial footage. Named “The Trial of the Century” the effects of this case are still seen in American culture today. In the season finale, prosecutor, Christopher Darden, warns head defense lawyer, Johnnie Cochran, that the trial was not a victory and the violence against African-Americans would continue. Looking back from 2016, it is clear Darden was correct. In light of so many murders of minorities in this country, the racial undertones of this case are still relevant in today’s culture. However, as quickly as
the trial came to an end, so did season one. The audience was curious to see how FX would choose to end the series. After the verdict was announced, photos of the real life characters were shown with a few sentences describing where they are now. However, FX chose not to end the series with the characters the media clung on to, instead they focused on the true victims whose stories and lives had been forgotten during the trial of a lifetime: Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. Fellow crime junkies, don’t be upset. Season two of American Crime Story is in the works. Although the release date has not been set, the second season will focus on the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. For more information about American Crime Story, visit http://fxnetworks.com/. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu
Guest lecturer to discuss land use in America by Corey Elliott A&E Writer @dailyathenaeum
The Creative Arts Center and West Virginia University is welcoming Los Angeles native Matthew Coolidge as a guest lecturer today, courtesy of the School of Art & Design. Coolidge is the founder and director of an LA-based non-profit, multimedia organization called the Center for Land Use Interpretation, which has been around for more than 20 years. This non-profit organization takes a much deeper and more complex look into the way land in the United States is used and how it can be improved. The esteemed Center for Land Use Interpretation has been featured in various colleges, museums and exhibits throughout the United States and Europe. Though this is Coolidge’s
first visit to WVU, the School of Art & Design strives to assemble a lineup of influential guest speakers each year who will hopefully inspire students in some way. “The School of Art & Design has a pretty strong series of lecturers every school year, so he’s part of a lineup of other artists and art historians,” said Michael Sherwin, associate professor at WVU. Sherwin encourages not only students of WVU and the school of Art & Design to come listen to Coolidge, but for the general community as well. He mentioned Coolidge is different from the guest lecturers the school normally brings in. The presentation will last no more than one hour and is free to the public. “This is one those events that dovetails nicely with the goals and mission of the University and some of the things
the administration has been speaking about in terms of multidisciplinary approach: Solving problems through various media,” Sherwin said. Coolidge is a renowned artist who takes a completely different approach to problem solving. His success serves as a testament to his unique ideas and projects. “I’m looking forward to him discussing the specifics of the projects they do, and I’m also excited about the fact the projects are not discipline-specific,” Sherwin said. “Some of the projects he’ll probably be discussing are, although they may not be specific to this region, there are things happening in our region, land based, that are probably going to be similar to the projects he’ll be discussing.” In addition to being a professor at WVU, Sherwin is also the coordinator of a pro-
gram called Global Positioning Studies (also referred to as GPS) that has been around for roughly two years. “It’s a mission of the School of Art & Design to offer courses in addition to multidisciplinary curriculum,” Sherwin said. “We have courses in China, Italy, Chile, Hawaii, France, all over the world and even right here at home. We’re all exploring the idea of what it means to study a place.” The GPS program is a part of the School of Art & Design and there are more than 10 courses available for students. The Center for Land Use Interpretation coincides with Sherwin’s goals and missions as it relates to educating people. Coolidge will speak at 5 p.m. today in Bloch Hall at the Creative Arts Center. daa&e@mail.wvu.edu
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J.K. Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ writing chair sells for $394,000 at auction NEW YORK (AP) — The humble chair J.K. Rowling sat on while writing the first two books of the Harry Potter series was auctioned in New York City on Wednesday for $394,000. An anonymous private collector made the winning bid, Heritage Auctions said. The chair is one of four mismatched chairs given to the then little-known writer for her flat in Edinburgh, Scotland, and which she used while writing “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.” The seller, G erald Gray, of Worsley, England, said the winning bid far exceeded his expectations. The unassuming 1930sera oak chair with a replacement burlap seat decorated with a red thistle sat in front of Rowling’s typewriter when she
was “writing two of the most important books of the modern era,” said James Gannon, director of rare books at Heritage Auctions. The chair was auctioned before - once by Rowling herself to benefit a charity in 2002 where it fetched $21,000, and on eBay in 2009 where it brought $29,000. “I plan to donate 10 percent to J.K. Rowling’s charity, Lumos, because that’s what she did in the first place,” said Gray, a businessman who runs an automobile speed control equipment company in Manchester, England, and in Sarasota, Florida, called AutoKontrol. He said he would like to see the new buyer display it somewhere where children could see it, perhaps in a museum or theme park. He bought the chair in 2009 after his daughter, a Harry Potter fan, saw it on
eBay. Before Rowling donated the chair to the “Chair-rish a Child” auction in support of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children in 2002, she painted the words “You may not/find me pretty/ but don’t judge/on what you see” on the stiles and splats. She also signed the backrest in gold and rose colors and wrote “I wrote/ Harry Potter/while sitting/on this chair” on the seat. The word “Gryffindor,” the Hogwarts house of Harry, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, is spelled out on a cross stretcher. The chair is accompanied by an original typed and signed letter Rowling wrote prior to the first auction. It reads: “Dear newowner-of-my-chair. I was given four mismatched dining room chairs in 1995 and this was the comfi-
est one, which is why it ended up stationed permanently in front of my typewriter, supporting me while I typed out ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ and ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’. My nostalgic side is quite sad to see it go, but my back isn’t. J. K. Rowling.” The first book was released in the United States in 1998 with the title “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” “The characters that Rowling created are the super heroes of the millennials as Batman and Superman were for the Sixties,” said Rick Rounick, owner of the Soho Contemporary Art gallery, which specializes in pop culture. “The chair that Rowling claims gave her the magic to create the world of Harry Potter is a singularly significant object of her art and creative nachtmensch.deviantart.com energy.” The ‘Harry Potter’ series inspired a generation of young readers.
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Sheen under investigation by Los Angeles PD LOS ANGELES (AP) ‑ Los Angeles police said Wednesday that actor Charlie Sheen is the subject of a criminal investigation headed by detectives from an elite stalking unit. Officer Matthew Ludwig said Sheen was listed as a suspect in a criminal investigation report received on March 31. He declined to detail the allegations or identify the alleged victim, but he said detectives from the department’s Threat Management Unit have obtained a search warrant in the case. The celebrity news site RadarOnline reported Wednesday that it had been served a subpoena from Los Angeles police for a 35-minute audio recording purportedly of Sheen that includes Sheen threatening his ex-fiancee, Scottine Ross. She performed in porn films under the name Brett Rossi and is suing Sheen for having sex with her without disclosing he is HIV positive. “We believe the search warrant is illegal and violates federal and state law prohibiting the use of search warrants against media companies who are reporting news and information,” Dylan Howard, editor in chief of The National Enquirer and editorial director of RadarOnline.com, wrote in a statement. RadarOnline has not posted the audio, but has described it as being recorded by one of Sheen’s former lovers. The website states the LAPD warrant wants the audio not only for evidence against Sheen, but because it might also yield
information that would exonerate him. There was no immediate comment from Sheen’s lawyer or publicist. Threat Management detectives investigate serious stalking and criminal threats cases, although often the celebrity, politician or other dignitary is the victim. Ross sued Sheen in December for assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress claims. Her lawsuit states she and Sheen had sex five times before the actor told her he was HIV positive, and that the actor repeatedly threatened to kill her during their relationship, which ended in 2014. She also accused Sheen of physical abuse, including kicking her on the ground during one incident. Although Ross’ lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, a judge has ruled that it is up to a private arbitrator to decide how it will be resolved. The “Two and a Half Men” star publicly disclosed he was HIV positive on the “Today” show in November, but he said he disclosed his status to all his sexual partners. He also vowed during the appearance that he would not pay to settle any claims from sexual partners claiming he exposed them to the virus that causes AIDS. Sheen recently requested that child support payments to his four young children with ex-wives Denise Richards today.com and Brooke Mueller be reduced, citing changed financial Charlie Sheen is under investigation by the LAPD for undisclosed reasons. circumstances.
More well-known celebrities exposed in Panama Papers LONDON (AP) ‑ The Latest on the publication by a coalition of media outlets of an investigation into offshore financial dealings by the rich and famous (all times local): 9:20 p.m. Brazil’s UOL news portal says an offshore company created by Roberto Carlos, one of the country’s most popular singers, appears in the files of the Panamanian law firm with international offices that provide offshore financial services. The release earlier this week of the Mossack Fonseca documents on offshore financial dealings of wealthy, famous and powerful people around the world has raised questions over the widespread use of such tactics to avoid taxes and skirt financial oversight. Blogger Fernando Rodrigues said Wednesday on UOL that Carlos is one of the shareholders of Happy Song, an offshore company created in 2011 to manage his career. Carlos’ press office told UOL that the company is duly registered with Brazilian tax authorities and the country’s Central Bank. 6:30 p.m. FIFA’s ethics committee says Uruguayan lawyer Juan Pedro Damiani has resigned as a member of its judging panel while under investigation. Damiani’s links to disgraced former FIFA vice president Eugenio Figueredo are being investigated by FIFA ethics prosecutors after he was identified on Sunday in a vast leak of data from a Panama law firm specializing in offshore accounts. Damiani did not tell the FIFA ethics committee until March that he had a “business relationship” with Figueredo, a fellow Uruguayan who was arrested in Zurich last May. Figueredo was indicted by American federal prosecutors and later extradited to Uruguay. He pleaded guilty to fraud and money laundering charges and acknowledged taking bribes. Damiani, president of the Penarol club, had been a FIFA ethics committee member since 2006. 6:20 p.m. UEFA has been raided by Swiss police and has handed over evidence of a Champions League television rights contract with an offshore marketing agency implicated in the FIFA bribery scandal. The Swiss attorney general’s office said it requested raids on the European soccer body and “another enterprise” for suspected criminal mismanagement and misappropriation linked to dealings with Cross Trading, an offshore registered agency. Cross Trading is owned by two men indicted last year by American federal prosecutors who are working with Swiss counterparts to investigate suspected corruption in international soccer. UEFA and its Champions League marketing agency TEAM Marketing based in Lucerne, Switzerland - made a $111,000 deal with Cross Trading in 2006 for three seasons of broadcasting in Ecuador. The 2006 contract, co-signed by current FIFA President Gianni Infantino when he was UEFA legal director, was leaked from the database of Panama-based law firm Mossack Fonseca. UEFA acknowledged that Swiss federal police “acting
under a warrant” came to see its contracts with Cross Trading. 5:20 p.m. Panama is fighting back against accusations the country is a haven for money laundering. Panama’s Foreign Relations Ministry has sent a letter to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development saying any suggestion that the country harbors shady financial dealings is categorically untrue. OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurria said the Panama Papers leak has shown that the country tolerates a “culture of secrecy” in financial transactions. Gurria said Panama was the last major jurisdiction allowing clients to hide money from tax and law enforcement officials. Panama responded Wednesday that it’s being unfairly singled out for criticism, and suggested a better target for investigation might be the British Virgin Islands. The Foreign Ministry says Panama’s laws “are not fundamentally different from those of any other financial jurisdiction.” 4:25 p.m. The Panamanian law firm at the center of the huge leak of data on offshore accounts reportedly incorporated a string of companies named after James Bond films. The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project, which says it’s one of the outlets given access to the leaked documents, says law firm Mossack Fonseca incorporated companies named Goldfinger, SkyFall, GoldenEye and Moonraker and was asked to set up a firm called Octopussy. The OCCRP said the law firm also incorporated companies named Blofeld and Spectre, after the classic Bond villain and his organization. In addition, its report said, the files contain correspondence from a man called Austin Powers but that apparently was his real name. 4:10 p.m. Spanish media are reporting that movie director Pedro Almodovar has canceled publicity events for his new movie “Julieta” following intense interest in the offshore company he owned with his brother years ago. The Europa Press news agency says Almodovar canceled an appearance at a photo shoot and interviews ahead of the movie’s premiere in Madrid on Wednesday night. It will be released to the public Friday in Spain. Almodovar’s production company El Deseo asked The Associated Press to submit questions in writing and did not immediately respond to a request for comment. “Julieta” is Almovodar’s 20th movie. Europa Press said actors in the movie, including Emma Suarez, Adriana Ugarte, Rossy de Palma, Daniel Grao, Inma Cuesta and Michelle Jenner went ahead and did interviews. Almodovar’s brother Agustin on Monday blamed his lack of experience for a decision to set up an offshore company in the British Virgin Islands in 1991 that was shut down in 1994. 4 p.m. Authorities in the British Virgin Islands say the release of confidential files from a law firm in Panama have prompted them to investigate whether there have been any breaches of finan-
cial regulations in the Caribbean territory. The British Virgin Islands has long played a prominent role in the offshore financial industry, and it has figured notably in the leak of documents from the MossackFonseca law firm. The British territory is frequently used as a registry for offshore companies and trusts in a way that allows their owners to shield their identities from the public. Financial regulators in BVI issued a statement saying they will “pursue a thorough investigation through the BVI’s competent authorities, and further action will be taken, where necessary.” The BVI says it has “rigorous” regulatory oversight of its financial sector and adheres to international standards. Last year, the territory recorded 9,388 company incorporations, down from 11,436 a year earlier. The chain of islands has a population of about 30,000. 1:35 p.m. A Spanish news website says a document in the massive leak of material from a Panamanian law firm shows that Nobel literature laureate Mario Vargas Llosa and his ex-wife were listed as shareholders in an offshore British Virgin Islands company for about a month in 2010. However, a statement from Vargas Llosa’s literary agent said he was surprised to hear that the two were listed as shareholders with Talome Services Corp. News site El Confidencial said Wednesday it obtained the document from the cache of leaked material from law firm Mossack Fonseca. Its report says emails
show a Vargas Llosa representative asked lawyers to remove Vargas Llosa and his ex-wife as shareholders on Oct. 6, 2010. Vargas Llosa was awarded the Nobel prize on Oct. 7. El Confidencial says the company’s shareholders were changed from Vargas Llosa and his ex-wife to two Russians on Oct. 12. The statement from Vargas Llosa’s agent says he and his ex-wife never interacted
with Mossack Fonseca. It also says Vargas Llosa has complied with all tax regulations in Spain and elsewhere. 1:25 p.m. Malta’s health and energy minister is facing calls for his resignation after he was named in a leak of documents from a Panama-based law firm. Konrad Mizzi, who is also deputy leader of the governing Labour Party, has acknowledged owning a
company in Panama which is held by a trust in New Zealand. However, Mizzi insists that the leaked documents make no reference to him holding any funds in Panama. He said he has commissioned an independent tax audit to prove that he’s done nothing wrong, and that the company in Panama “will be closed soon after the tax investigation is concluded.”
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McCarthy’s ‘The Boss’ misses the mark The search continues for a suitable showcase for the awesome talents of Melissa McCarthy outside of films directed by Paul Feig. The latest vehicle to give it a try, “The Boss,” has a promising enough blueprint for comedy. McCarthy plays the red-haired, thoroughly turtlenecked Michelle Darnell, a ruthless, self-made executive whose Martha Stewart-like descent lands her in white-collar prison. Penniless upon release, she moves in with her former and much mistreated assistant Claire (Kristen Bell) and her daughter Rachel (Ella Anderson). But, as in McCarthy’s slipshod road movies “Identity Thief ” and “Tammy,” the material here isn’t on her level, the laughs are largely cheap and once again, the hall-offame comic actress is stuck in a minor-league movie. Like “Tammy,” ‘’The Boss” was directed by Ben Falcone, McCarthy’s husband and longtime collaborator, and written by them both. (Steve Mallory, who also dates back to their improv days at the Upright Citizens Brigade, also pitches in on the screenplay). In both films, the premise is solidly rooted in the common frustrations of thoughtless bosses and dead-end jobs. Tammy’s midlife crisis was partially prompted by a meltdown with her fast-food manager (played by Falcone), but in “The Boss,” Bell’s Claire is the one suffering under tyrants. Michelle is introduced as the 47th wealthiest woman in America, a perch she flaunts as a finance guru. At an arena rally, she descends to the stage on a bird with dollar bills showering her. She’s Suze Orman times a hundred. Her downfall is plotted by a business rival, Renault (Peter Dinklage), who gets her locked up for insider trading. Claire, a single mother, finds another job with yet another uncaring supervisor (the underused Cecily Strong). But Michelle turns up on Claire’s Chicago doorstep, looking
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follows, as does the expected lesson about family and generosity. “The Boss” is tighter than “Tammy” and it’s not without laughs. With few supporting players providing much humor (Kathy Bates, as Michelle’s mentor, is entirely squandered), McCarthy shoulders the film. And she remains a captivating, unpredictable force in even a mediocre film, with a rare gift for both bombastic and humble characters, sweetness and crassness, physical comedy and verbal spats. But so far, those gifts have only been fully put to use by Feig. Their films together - “Bridesmaids,” ‘’The Heat” and “Spy” - are a class above the rest. Thankfully, their next one, “Ghostbusters,” is due this summer. “The Boss,” a Universal Pictures release, is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for “sexual content, language and brief drug use.” Running time: 99 minutes. Two stars out of four.
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The end of the semester is almost here, and many students are already eagerly counting down the days till the end of finals week so they can enjoy their vacation, start their internship or job, or simply experience the freedom of graduating college. Many students have been or will be interviewing for jobs or internships, and it is crucial to look professional and put together when doing so. A fashionable and fun interview outfit idea for ladies is tailored a blouse with a fitted blazer over top, fitted “skinny fit” ankle trousers, pointed flats, and a statement necklace. This would be a great outfit to show a little personality while still looking fit for the office. Men can dress for an interview in a sport coat, slacks, leather or suede Clarks, and a nice watch to add a hint of class and tie the look together. While the weather is still chilly in the morning and hot by midday, avoid sweating in skinny jeans and opt for flowy wide-legged cotton beach pants instead. These are great for finals week because they’re as comfortable as sweatpants but look much more polished! Another outfit that can work with the everchanging weather is a dress with tall boots and tall socks underneath. This can be layered with a jacket or cardigan for extra warmth until the temperatures rise. Hats are a great way to disguise greasy roots or unkempt hair with the craziness of trying to finish papers and projects and study for finals. Just throw on a baseball cap over unsightly strands and no one will ever know! Kimonos are an easy way to add some excitement to an outfit without feeling bulky. These lightweight robes with wide sleeves are comfortable and can be worn with any outfit, whether it includes jeans, shorts, or a dress. They’re a versatile piece for any wardrobe! Rompers take some of the guesswork out of picking outfits. On days when picking the right shorts and the right top seems like too much effort, slip on a romper and feel instantly chic! These one piece short-suits can be dressed up with jewelry and heels for a date night or casually styled with flip flops for a laid-back day of running errands. Anyone planning to travel can make finding their luggage easy and fun by opting for bright or printed suitcases or duffel bags. Avoid the carrousel of all black luggage at the baggage claim by selecting anything from leather to polka dot luggage to store vacation outfits in.
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WVU adds new QB Grier and new WRs coach Carrier BY DAVID STATMAN SPORTS EDITOR @DJSTATMAN77
West Virginia may have its starting quarterback once senior Skyler Howard graduates, as the team announced yesterday that former Florida starter Will Grier will transfer to the Mountaineers. Grier will enroll in May 2016, sit out next season in accordance with NCAA transfer rules and become eligible as a redshirt junior starting in 2017. Grier was one of the most coveted transfers in the country, and he could immediately step into the starting role once he comes eligible — but there could be an obstacle in the way. In October, Grier was suspended for a year after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, costing him the final eight games of Florida’s season. Grier reportedly elected to transfer from Florida after head coach Jim McElwain refused to guarantee him the starting job once he returned from his suspension. Grier would also be held out of the first six games of the 2017 season under the terms of his suspension, although West Virginia is attempting to fight that ruling and is confident that Grier will be able to avoid missing any games in 2017. A four-star quarterback out of Davidson Day School in North Carolina, Grier was named the Parade National Player of the Year in his senior year of high school. After redshirting at Florida in 2014, he seized the Gators’ starting job in 2015, leading them to a 6-0 record and a No. 8 national ranking before his suspension. Grier finished his lone season at Florida with 12 total touchdowns, three interceptions and 1,204 passing yards. Grier wasn’t the only high-profile addition to the West Virginia football team announced Wednesday. Just minutes after Grier’s trans-
fer was made official, the team confirmed the hiring of former Houston star Tyron Carrier as wide receivers coach, after previous coach Lonnie Galloway left to take the offensive coordinator job at Louisville. One of the most prolific receivers and return men in NCAA history, the 28-year-old Carrier played for WVU head coach Dana Holgorsen during the latter’s two year stint as Houston’s offensive coordinator from 2008-09. “I am excited for the opportunity to come to an outstanding school like West Virginia, to work for Coach Holgorsen and be a part of his coaching staff,” Carrier said in a press release. “It feels like I am home, being with Coach Holgorsen again. He did a lot for me as a player, and I’m looking forward to working with the receivers and learning from him as part of his staff.” Carrier was quarterback Case Keenum’s favorite target in Houston’s extremely prolific Air Raid offense during his playing career. Despite his 5-foot-7 stature, Carrier finished his career with the most kickoff returns for touchdowns (seven, tied with Clemson’s C.J. Spiller), most consecutive games with at least two receptions (53), secondmost receptions (320) and sixth-most all-purpose yards (7,490) in FBS history. After a short stint in the Canadian Football League, Carrier spent last season as a graduate assistant at Baylor. Holgorsen hopes that his familiarity with his offensive system will make him a perfect fit as WVU’s new wide receivers coach. “He was an outstanding receiver and returner when I coached him at Houston so he brings an excellent understanding of our offensive system,” Holgorsen said. “He also brings a good knowledge of the Big 12 Conference.” djstatman@mail.wvu.edu
WVU’s Kyle Davis slides safely home for the first run of the game against Eastern Michigan Wednesday.
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WVU avoids midweek trap with win over EMU BY DAVID STATMAN SPORTS EDITOR @djstatman77
For head coach Randy Mazey, midweek games are almost always “trap games” – and his Mountaineers have fallen into that trap more than once this season. But focus wasn’t an issue on a windy Wednesday night as the Mountaineers (16-11) turned aside Eastern Michigan (12-16) 5-1, as freshman starting pitcher Tanner Campbell earned the second win of his West Virginia career. The Mountaineers avoided the hole they fell into in last week’s embarrassing twogame sweep against Canisius, rebounding to finish their second straight midweek win after beating Marshall last night. “It’s a long season and you’re going to have ups and downs,” Mazey said. “You just try to coach these guys through stuff like that, and I think the last two games we had better energy and effort. Now we’ve won four out of five, three of those being onerun games. I think this team is starting to believe in themselves late in games, and I re-
ally like where we are right now.” After a series of dramatic games in recent weeks, West Virginia never really had to worry Wednesday night. Wildness from Eastern Michigan’s pitchers and Campbell’s strong outing pushed the Mountainers to an early lead they would never relinquish. The Eagles’ Austin Wilson and Kyle Huckaby walked eight batters in the first five innings of the game, and even though the Mountaineers went just 2-19 with runners in scoring position, they almost had too many chances not to score. WVU designated hitter Kyle Davis led off the game with a double, scoring on a Darius Hill base hit two batters later. West Virginia added two more in the third on an RBI double by freshman second baseman Marques Inman, breaking the game open. In what’s becoming a regular event, freshman catcher Ivan Vera was one of the offensive stars of the game, walking in his first three plate appearances before smashing a double off of the left field wall in the seventh inning. Hill added
two hits and two RBIs, bringing his average to .327 for the season. “I knew the wind wasn’t probably going to let me take anything too hard to right field, so I was looking for something I could square up away,” Hill said. “I got a couple balls I liked and took them the other way.” Meanwhile, Campbell settled in early and cruised to one of his easiest outings of the season. Campbell held Eastern Michigan hitless in the first four and two-thirds innings of the game, and was removed from the game after completing five scoreless innings and allowing only one hit. Campbell threw just 66 pitches in the sharpest and most efficient performance of the season, and even if he had kept the no-hitter alive, Mazey had planned for him to only go the five innings no matter what. “I didn’t really have as much velocity as I did last time, so I was just trying to hit my spots and compete,” Campbell said. “Make every pitch I could the best pitch. I was trying to keep it low no
matter what. The wind didn’t play a role for me.” As WVU took a 5-0 lead behind Campbell, a struggling Mountaineer bullpen managed to escape a pair of extremely dangerous spots and hold the lead. In the seventh, Braden Zarbnisky loaded the bases with no out, but third baseman Cole Austin turned a slick double play, conceding Eastern Michigan’s only run of the game but stifling any hope of a real rally. West Virginia loaded the bases again with two outs in the eighth, and left fielder Mike Mioduszewski shot a hot ground ball up the middle – only for freshman shortstop Jimmy Galusky to make a sprawling play to rob the Eagles of a couple runs. “The difference in the game tonight was the defense on the left side of the infield,” Mazey said. “That was literally the first time (Cole Austin)’s played third in years and he looked like Brooks Robinson over there. Jimmy’s play up the middle is as good a play as you’ll see in college baseball. That’s why he’s out there.” djstatman@mail.wvu.edu
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Howard impresses heading into final season as WVU quarterback By Alec Gearty Sports Writer @DailyAthenaeum
Before putting on his pads for spring practice a week ago, the last time WVU quarterback Skyler Howard wore full equipment was for his 2016 Cactus Bowl win against Arizona State. Four months removed from his 532-yard, fivetouchdown performance in Phoenix, Howard is looking to “restart the process” in preparation for what will be his senior season. “My goal coming out of that game is to build off that and stay consistent,” Howard said. “We’ve done that through six practices. We are seeing those big plays made down field; the confidence is high and its only going to grow. This is just the start of it.” With head coach Dana Holgorsen not yet disclosing an answer on the starting job yet, Howard is only focusing on what he can do to improve himself. Through the spring practice thus far, Howard has been working with strength and conditioning director Mike Joseph on his footwork. “Coming into the offseason, I really wanted to focus on my feet, calming things down and staying in the pocket,” Howard said. “It all starts with my first step and my drop and calming that down.” Howard is off to an impressive start in practice and it all has to do with his confidence.
WVU’s Skyler Howard prepares to throw a deep ball last season against Texas Tech. “It’s good,” said WVU the Fort Worth native beat head coach Dana Hol- out touted prospect Wilgorsen. “He is pretty con- liam Crest the following fident. The last time he year for the starting job. But played live football he while he earned the covthrew for (532) yards, sec- eted starting job, Howard ond all- time in the history found himself in the midof West Virginia football. dle of the pack amidst his He is pretty good.” Big 12 QB counterparts. After sitting behind forHoward threw for 3,145 mer Mountaineer Clint yards with 26 touchdowns Trickett for most of 2014, and 14 interceptions, gen-
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erally finishing between fifth and seventh place in the conference’s offensive categories. His relationship with the wide receivers, especially Ka’Raun White, and handling pressure is something that Howard looks to improve upon this spring. When Howard became the starting quarterback, it
was with a brand new wide receiver corps outside of Shelton Gibson and Daikiel Shorts. Howard is still developing chemistry with his receivers, and he says the play of his wide outs is really coming along this time of the year. “You can tell they’re getting it,” Howard said. “ One that’s really coming along
is Ka’Raun (White), he’s making a name for himself. ” Howard’s “process” means being on the same page with his offensive line, a unit that wasn’t the most consistent for the Mountaineers last season. Howard was sacked 31 times in 2015, second most in the Big 12, which is far from ideal for any offense. With new offensive coordinator and veteran line coach Joe Wickline being brought in to coach the offensive line and offense as a whole, it will be a matter of time before the relationship between QB and offensive line grows. “I think we have a good understanding of each other and know what to look for,” said WVU senior offensive lineman Tyler Orlosky. “I think nothing has really changed except polishing it off.” The 2016 season will be Howard’s last year of eligibility, following his journey that started as a walk-on at Stephen F. Austin, to a year at Riverside Community College in California, to a starter at WVU. Howard is motivated to make this year something that he’s been longing for. “Yeah, as it would be for anybody, how far I’ve come,” Howard said. “When the days you lack motivation, when you think about what you did to get here and that makes you push forward. I can’t come up this far and fall short.” dasports@mail.wvu.edu
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Baseball
Vera developing into reliable option for West Virginia lineup By Chris Jackson
Associate Sports Editor @CJacksonWVU
With a highly-touted freshmen class already making its mark on head coach Randy Mazey’s program, one particular catcher is beginning to catch the eye of onlookers this season. Ivan Vera has recently proven to be a reliable starter for the Mountaineers despite sitting behind Ray Guerrini on the depth chart, often finding playing time as a designated hitter. Through the first 26 games, Vera leads the way with a team-high .440 average (minimum 20 at-bats) and is finding a groove at the plate lately. His pinchhit single in the top of the 10th-aided by an errorlifted WVU to a 5-4 victory over in-state rival Marshall on Tuesday evening. “I just stick to my routine,” Vera said. “Every now and then whenever I feel like the game’s kind of steamrolling me, I’ve got to step back and take a deep breath, clear my mind and get back in there and get locked in in the present moment.” Vera’s often been overlooked by other big-name freshmen Jimmy Galusky, Darius Hill and Kyle Gray, but his name’s been heard increasingly over the past few games. He started all three games in the series victory over No. 16 Oklahoma State last weekend, going 3-for-10 with a pair of walks. Patience has continued to be key, including a threewalk showing in Wednesday’s 5-1 victory over Eastern Michigan. He’s been waiting for the right pitch, choosing not to force any ac-
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Ivan Vera awaits a pitch from Tanner Campell in Wednesday’s 5-1 victory over Eastern Michigan. tion off the bat. “I kind of just found my own routine and that helped a lot,” Vera said. “I stopped chasing pitches and sitting on one that I want to hit to either sitting away or sitting in. I was sitting slider and once I get it, I just don’t miss it.” In Sunday’s 8-1 defeat to the Cowboys in the series finale, he finished with two of the team’s four hits. It was a crucial bounce-back performance individually after totaling one hit in the pre-
vious two games combined despite the loss. Being a catcher has helped his development at the plate, taking in everything from a different vantage point to help grow his game. It has paid dividends recently, grasping a better overall understanding of Big 12 baseball. “I think it also helps being a catcher because you get to see the ball,” Vera said. “It just helps you slow the game down. It makes you see pitches. It makes you aware
of your surroundings in the present moment.” But the ability to witness everything early on in the season as a spectator in the dugout gave him another unique perspective. There were lots of conversations with coaches and players to enhance his knowledge, another vantage point differing from the view behind the plate. “You get to see the view and see everything that’s going on,” Vera said. “You get to talk to your coaches ev-
ery now and then on your atbats. Even if you’re not in the game you can talk to them to see what’s going on.” Now, he’s not spending as much time in the dugout like he was before Guerrino. He’s earned more opportunities with his efforts to become a reliable hitter when he gets the chance, a more integral piece to the Mountaineers 16-11 record. It all stemmed from hard work and increased time at the batting cages, a devotion to becoming a better base-
ball player and helping the team win more ballgames. “He’s so calm and collected and he controls the tempo of the at-bat,” said WVU head coach Randy Mazey. “He never gets too excited about anything. He can get hits on this side of the field and he can get hits on that side of the field. He’s pretty hard to defend as well. He can hit all three pitches. He’s a good all-around baseball player.” cgjackson@mail.wvu.edu
Track
Mountaineers look to send numerous athletes to NCAA Championship By Joel Norman Sports Writer @DailyAthenaeum
When the West Virginia track and field team split up a week ago for three different tournaments, it was for one simple reason: to gain as many qualifiers as possible. Head coach Sean Cleary is determined to send as many of his athletes as possible-if not all of them -to the NCAA Track and Field Championship. “Our goals are simple this weekend; to qualify as many as we can for the NCAA Championships,” Cleary said in an interview with WVUsports.com. “We don’t split the team up very often, but when we do, we do so with the intentions of hitting NCAA qualifying marks,” The only other time West Virginia will split up this season will be from April 22-23. Some of the Mountaineers will compete in the Jesse Owens Classic in Columbus, Ohio, and others will participate in the the Virginia Challenge in Charlottes-
ville, Virginia. For West Virginia to get to the NCAA Championship in Eugene, Oregon in early June, it will need to build off of the success of this past weekend. Three sophomores led the way at the Stanford Invitational on April 1. Jillian Forsey competed in the 5,000 meter run and finished 14th with a time of 16:05.89. Br ynn Harshbarger set a personal best in the 10,000 meter run, which she completed in 35:28.09 for 34th place. Bria Welker ran in the 400 meter dash and got 33rd place with a time of 58.92. That same day, freshman Danique Bryan and s o p h o m o re Sha m oya McNeil participated in the Texas Relays. Bryan leaped 5.54 meters in the long jump section B for a ninth place finish. McNeil jumped 12.75 meters for a fifth place finish in the triple jump. West Virginia planned on participating in three events last weekend, but the Miami Duals on April 2 were cancelled due to
high winds. Senior Tori Bertrand, sophomores Rebekah Lafata, Sara Finfrock and Madelin Gardner, and freshman Jordan Hess were unexpectedly sidelined for the week. While no Mountaineers claimed victory in their respective events, the season is still young. West Virginia still has six events remaining on the regular season schedule. Regardless, the focus is still on making the regular season worthwhile. In the two month indoor track and field season, no Mountaineer athletes qualified for the NCAA Championship for the third straight season. Most members of that team are on the outdoor team as well. The chance to amend the struggles of the winter season are still fresh. Cleary is unaccustomed to not competing during the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championship. His teams have qualified as a whole in all but three of his eight seasons. Six times, he has sent at least one athlete to the
Championship. To continue that streak, West Virginia must continue to improve. The Mountaineers did not ap-
pear in the United States ing that poll is key to gainTrack and Field and Cross ing a team invitation to the Country Coaches Associa- NCAA Championship. tion’s weekly poll and have yet to this season. Enterdasports@mail.wvu.edu
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Men’s Soccer
Thursday April 7, 2016
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WVU to hold walk-on tryouts for students Louisville announces more Hoops sanctions By Roger Turner Sports Writer @DailyAthenaeum
The West Virginia men’s soccer team will hold its walk-on tryouts for the upcoming 2016 season on Tuesday, April 19 for all prospective WVU students interested in joining the team. Registration for this year’s tryout will begin at 3:15 p.m. on the Men’s Soccer Practice Field, located adjacent to the WVU tennis courts and Hawley Field. Interested students must be enrolled in at least 12 credits each semester, and be classified as a full-time student at WVU. In order to ensure
participation if selected for the men’s soccer team, students must have at least one year of NCAA eligibility remaining. In addition, all participants must meet the required minimum 2.0 grade point average in order to try out. The registration process will take place from 3:153:45 p.m. Participants must present appropriate documentation during registration and prior to the workout, including proof of insurance, a completed physical from the last six months, proof of registration as a WVU student and a completed WVU athletic compliance form. The com-
pliance form can be found on the men’s soccer page on WVUsports.com, or requested from coach Scott Bowers. For proof of registration, students can present a printout of their class schedule or a letter from the WVU registrar’s office. The workout will commence at 3:45 p.m. following registration and will last about two hours. Students must wear shin guards, cleats and athletic gear in order to participate. Failure to present all required documentation and/or required equipment for the tryout will disqualify a student from participating in the workout.
Students are encouraged to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center prior to stepping on the field on April 19. Potential candidates should also be on time for registration, and physically prepared for the twohour workout session. If prospective students have any questions, contact Scott Bowers in the men’s soccer office at (304) 2939889 or scott.bowers@mail. wvu.edu. For more information and updates on the Mountaineers men’s soccer team and tryout, follow @ WVUMensSoccer on Twitter and Instagram. dasports@mail.wvu.edu
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville has announced additional self-imposed sanctions on its men’s basketball program in the wake of an escort’s allegations, reducing scholarships for the 2017-19 seasons and restricting official recruiting visits and recruiting opportunities for staff. The school announced Feb. 5 a postseason ban for the Cardinals after its investigation into allegations a former staffer hired an escort and other dancers to entertain recruits and players determined that violations did occur. A release on Wednesday stated Louisville will lose one scholarship in each of the 2017-18 and 2018-19 seasons with official visits reduced by one each in 2016-17 and ‘17-18. Several investigations are ongoing into Louisville’s program, including one by the NCAA. The governing body is expected to interview Louisville coach Rick Pitino this month about Katina Powell’s allegations revealed in October. Louisville coaches also have 30 fewer days to recruit prospects, a 24 percent reduction. The release said the decision was reached through a “collaborative process” between Louisville President James Ramsey and several investigative committees; Chuck Smrt of The Compliance Group; athletic director Tom Jurich; and Louisville coach Rick Pitino. University counsel Steve Thompson said in the release that after much deliberation, “the University believes that self-imposing these penalties is appropriate. While the University could elect to wait until the infractions process is complete, those consulted agree that these penalties are consistent with NCAA legislation,
and imposing these penalties now is the right thing to do and may advance the University’s goal of expediting resolution of this matter.” Louisville’s athletic department is also taking additional steps to improve oversight of the program and ensure compliance with NCAA and Atlantic Coast Conference rules, the release added. The school plans no further comment until the conclusion of the NCAA’s enforcement process. Ramsey thanked faculty and staff that helped in the decisions and cited Jurich and Pitino in particular in the release. The president said that “their integrity and decisive leadership have served the university well during these challenging times.” Powell alleged in the book “Breaking Cardinal Rules: Basketball and the Escort Queen” that former staffer Andre McGee paid her $10,000 for 22 shows from 2010-14 at the players’ Billy Minardi Hall dormitory. Pitino has denied knowledge of the activities Powell described in the book and said during an interview last month that he saw “nothing unusual” during occasional visits to the dorm. He has vowed not to resign in the wake of the scandal but said he would use part of the offseason to mull his future with the program, as he does after every season.
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