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R UT H BA D ER GINSBU R G: THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL

uth Bader Ginsburg is dope. She’s served on the Supreme Court and has been for 25 years. She fights for gender equality and is a symbol for women empowerment. Here are some of the coolest things she’s done: Ginsburg graduated top of her class at Columbia University, so already you know this lady is smart. Her first couple years were spent at Harvard and—get this—she was one of nine females in a class of 500. Ginsburg is quoted as saying, “The entering class I joined in 1956 included just nine women, up from five in the then second-year class, and only one African American. All professors, in those now ancient days, were of the same race and sex.” You can only imagine how crazy that must have been (or

you can watch the movie so you don’t have to imagine.) While she was at Harvard, the dean allegedly chastised the women, asking them how they felt justified in taking a man’s spot in the class. Yikes. Ginsburg constantly had to fight to gain her rightful place. Even after she graduated, she struggled to find a job because most law firms weren’t hiring female lawyers. After searching and searching, she finally found a job, though not by her own means. One of her mentors threatened to stop sending clerks to a judge’s office unless he hired Ginsburg. Ginsburg continued to fight against discrimination in every job she held. She became the first female tenured professor at Columbia. She was on the road to breaking norms!

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RUTH B. GINSBURG

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Later, she served as president of the Women’s Rights Project in the American Civil Liberties Union. Her goal was to chip away at gender inequality, to gain small victories that would eventually win the war. Going for a big case and losing it could set them back, so Ginsburg stuck to the winnable cases. She was successful in five cases she brought before the Supreme Court based on gender inequality, even fighting to change an act that favored widows over widowers. Former President, Bill Clinton appointed her to the Supreme Court in 1993, where she was able to serve with the first female Justice, Sandra Day O’Connor for 12 years. She’s a frequent dissenter, pushing against conservatives to start a legacy of reforming the system. Ginsburg has been fighting for equality for a long time. She’s 85 and is more fit than I’ll ever be. This lady works out a couple times a week and does 20 push ups like it’s nothing. She’s faced battles with cancer (Fox News accidentally said she died.) But Ginsburg has proven she’s not going anywhere. She’ll continue to be there fighting for equality every step of the way.

Ashley Bower is a junior studying English language arts education.

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ENTERTAINMENT

ON THE BASIS OF SEX NICFLIX

ou know how movies fit into genres and categories so when people ask us what we like to watch, we respond with a few simple words and they understand exactly what we’re talking about? Well, recently a friend of mine introduced me to a genre that I’d never considered but just made sense—he called it, “important movies.” Important movies are the ones that tell stories people NEED to hear. They are movies that stand the test of time; they educate and inspire. When you watch an important movie, you don’t always recognize it at first, but by the end you feel an overwhelming impression that you just witnessed something that matters. That’s how I felt walking out of “On the Basis of Sex.” If you haven’t heard of it, the movie tells the story of the beginning of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s career and her fight for equality. For those of you who don’t know who that is, I highly recommend looking her up because she is DOPE. If I’m being honest, I didn’t know much about her going in other than she’s a Supreme Court justice fighting against gender discrimination and Saturday Night Live has performed sketches about her—yes, I use SNL as a reference for current events. Pathetic, I know. You don’t have to do any research before going into the movie, but I can guarantee you’ll want to learn more after you’ve seen it. The amount of adversity Ginsburg had to fight through—WOMEN had to fight through—in order to get an ounce of respect was infuriating and even when respect was given, it was conditional. All that adversity made it that much more inspirational and filled the script with quotable lines that had me going, “daaaaang.” It was simultaneously one of the most frustrating and inspiring movies I’ve ever seen.

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Frustrating, in the way people treated each other and just how ridiculous the beliefs were at the time. It’s easy to think, after watching this, that discrimination doesn’t exist anymore simply because of “how far we’ve come.” Sometimes it’s hard to recognize or accept that, as men, we can never fully understand it and while we’ve definitely made progress, there’s still so much that needs to change. Yes, there’s discrimination against everyone in some form or another, and this movie does touch on those, but at the same time it’s all so different that we can’t ever hope to understand anyone else’s experiences. The best we can do is listen and learn how to be better moving forward and that’s what makes this movie important. -Your Friendly Neighborhood Movie Guy

Nicholas Morrison is a senior studying graphic design and business administration.

ARTS

TOP ART PODCASTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO MEMENTO ARTEM

odcasts have become a new medium for entertainment and education. From mysteries to interviews with influencers and everything in between, there’s a genre for everyone. Art podcasts approach the greater conversation of art in interesting and engaging ways. Here are some podcasts that will immerse you into the world of art whether you’re studying or on a drive.

It’s the perfect listen if you constantly catch yourself looking at modern art and thinking, “I just don’t get it” or “Why is this considered art?” “A Piece of Work” answers these questions and pulls you into the unique, strange and beautiful world of modern art.

“A Piece of Work”

Four recently graduated art history masters— Corrie Hendricks, Natalie De la Torre, Virginia Van Dine and Jennifer Gutierrez sit down to have conversations about art history in “The Art History Babes” podcast. However, these aren’t your average discussions on art history. The ‘Babes’ create a fun, engaging and insightful experience that will leave you excited to learn about new things you may not have known about art history.

Presented by WNYC Studios and MoMA, “A Piece of Work” is a 10-episode podcast series hosted by “Broad City” co-creator and star Abbi Jacobson. In this podcast, Jacobson’s main goal is to have an honest, authentic conversation about modern art that cuts out the artistic jargon. Also, she’s joined by curators, celebrities and friends including Samantha Irby, Tavi Gevinson, RuPaul and Questlove.

Recommended episode: Learned to Love Silence

How

Questlove

“The Art History Babes”

Recommended episode: Art History BB: Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” “ArtCurious Podcast” The “ArtCurious Podcast” is basically the art history class you never knew you wanted to take. Host Jennifer Dasal will take you on a journey through the weird, dramatic and funny parts of art history in a narrative way. This podcast explores epic rivalries, controversial artworks and much more. You’ll never know what interesting things you’ll learn while immersed in this podcast. Recommended episode: Episode #39: RivalsPicasso vs. Matisse Art can seem like a dry and boring subject, but it doesn’t have to be! Each of these podcasts provides a new and fun spin on conversations about art that will leave you entertained, informed and wanting to learn more.

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Cameron Cizek is a senior studying computing.

RELIGION

UPLIFT

HARDLY WORTHY

t’s been a crummy couple of weeks for—extreme cold, snow that turns to ice and constant clouds. The news isn’t any better. The world is kind of depressing, and with school on top of the weather, I can imagine some of you are feeling low. As I’m sitting here on my couch, I’m remembering two conversations that stirred my heart. I’d confided in two people that I’m feeling in over my head spiritually and they responded similarly. The essence, “but isn’t it great that God is willing to carry that burden so we can have peace?” That struck me right in the heart— I spend way too much time and effort working it out myself. I feel like the guy who was stuck on his roof in a hurricane. As the waters rise, he cries out to God for help. God sends a man in a canoe. When the man offers to help, he responds, “I’m praying to God and He’ll save me.” So the man with the canoe paddles off. Two more people, one in a boat and one in a helicopter, provide the same offer, but the man gives the same reply. They too, go away. Soon, the waters rise too high and unfortunately, the man drowns.

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When he’s reunited with God, he cries “why did you let me drown?” to which God responds, “I sent a canoe, a boat and a helicopter, what else could I do!?” If he had taken advantage of any of those vehicles, he would have had quite the story of God’s grace. Yet, he was left asking for more and wondering where God was. Sometimes we’re the drowning man. We ask God for his guidance, but still try to do things our own way and end up carrying the burden ourselves. Then we are left questioning why He never came to our rescue. In 2 Corinthians 12:9, God says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” (NKJV) In our weakness, God is his strongest. Other times, we’re the rescuer or the uplifter. We’ve been convicted with an urge to do or say something. God reminds us: “The fear of human opinion disables; trusting in God protects you from that.” (proverbs 29:25 MSG) Whether we’re the rescued or the rescuer, He will provide us with the strength to overcome our weaknesses. It’s okay to not be okay and ask for help or prayer. It’s also okay to offer a prayer or hug and remind someone that God’s working for our good. Kasondra Reel is a senior studying nursing.

CUISINE

DAIRY FREE IS THE WAY TO BE

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DANICA DISHES

t wasn’t until recently that I learned Dunkin’ Donuts offers almond milk as an alternative in all of their drinks. As an east coast native and avid Dunkin’ fan, my heart was beyond happy to hear the news. You can’t go wrong with a Dunkin’ vanilla iced coffee with extra vanilla, and from now on non-dairy drinkers won’t have to. You may be saying, “Wow, Danica, do you live under a rock? Coffee shops have been offering non-dairy milk for years!” Though I’m aware that offering non-dairy options isn’t a new trend, I hadn’t realized chains even as widespread as ‘Dunkin had added them to their menu. Learning about Dunkin’s almond milk alternative got me thinking about other eateries who could potentially offer non-dairy substitutes. I set my mind on a mission and spoiler alert: it ended quite nicely. Coming in at the top of my list is another item I found by accident. While at Panera Bread one night with friends, I noticed the carb-loving chain offered a peach-blueberry smoothie with almond milk. It’s delicious; it’s healthy; it’s definitely worth a shot. Bonus points to Panera for offering almond milk as an option for their coffees as well, even though it isn’t advertised much–just ask! For just 49 cents, substitute almond milk for many of the drinks on their menu. Their hazelnut coffee is especially good!

Lincoln-based Yogurtini, Cherry on Top and Ivanna Cone all offer non-dairy sorbet options each day. I tend to favor Yogurtini, because they consistently offer two different non-dairy flavors, and I’ve never had a sorbet flavor I didn’t like. With Yogurtini’s recent expansion, it’s now even easier to get your froyo fix. Check them out at either their O St. or Cheney Ridge location. Going back to coffee shops for a minute–if you’re a coffee fan, I’m sure you’re well aware of Starbucks’ non-dairy offerings, when it comes to subbing for soy, almond or coconut milk in your drinks. And while, yes, this is awesome in itself, Starbucks has a few other non-dairy options, and one I’d particularly like to focus on. If you’re looking for something snacky, most Starbucks sell single serve bags of Hippeas vegan cheddar flavor puffs. These cheese-like puffs are made with chickpeas, but they honestly aren’t half bad. They don’t taste exactly like their dairy counterpart, but overall it’s a great snack choice, especially after a long, caffeinated study session. Did I miss your favorite non-dairy alternative in the area? If so, let me know! Shoot The Clocktower an email or a tweet and join the conversation.

Danica Eylenstein is a senior studying communication.

SPORTS

THE COMMENTATOR PROBLEM YOU HEARD IT HERE LAST

n the AFC Championship a couple weekends ago, there was a sequence of plays in which CBS color commentator Tony Romo correctly predicted what the Patriots would do. He has since received tremendous praise for his insight and uncanny ability to read what both teams were trying to do, and rightfully so. However, many of the plays he predicted were not all that complicated. For example, when the Chiefs put two safeties deep, it meant they were trying to guard the sidelines deep. Thus, the Patriots just had to throw over the middle (which they did.) Similarly, on a key fourth down, the Chiefs stacked defenders in the middle, so the Patriots only had to run the ball outside of this stack of defenders (which again, they did.)

Rather than letting a pair of commentators work week in and week out for decades at a time, why not try getting fresh ones into some kind of a rotation? Then, it’d be fairly simple to keep the ones who are good and switch out the ones who aren’t. Additionally, it could be interesting to experiment with different commentator set ups; for example, perhaps bringing in two color commentators, each of whom are a fan of one of the teams involved. This would bring insight into both teams’ season beyond statistics and could set up some good debates between the commentators. In all, commentating needs a change. Tony Romo is great, but he needs to be the rule, not the exception.

While Romo did a great job of recognizing this and commenting on these (and many others) before the plays happened, he is certainly not the only person in the world who could make such a prediction. I think the outpouring of admiration he has received is indicative of an underlying problem in the world of sports broadcasting: most announcers are tremendously mediocre at best. This problem extends far beyond football; I’d argue that there are maybe a dozen truly great commentators across the whole of sports. The reason for this mediocrity is the “fraternity” nature of many sports, since most commentators are either ex-players or have simply just worked in the sport for a long time and so their natural promotions eventually take them to the broadcast booth. Over time, the current slate of consistent commentators will have to be phased out, and when they are, I think networks should begin experimenting more with their commentators.

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Tyler Dean is a senior studying finance and math.

ADVICE

BUMBLE, INTERNSHIPS AND TATTOOS HEY HANNAH

ey Hannah,

Do I text a guy on Bumble if I’ve actually met him a few times and might run into him at work? Also, he swiped right first. Buzzworthy

Girl, if he swiped right first talk to him in person! If you’ve met him already and there’s potential to see him at work then put down your phone and go make a personal connection. You know he’s into you, so go for it! Hey Hannah, How do I get past feeling unqualified for an internship? Un koala-fied Dear un koala-fied, If you got the position, it means they want you! They see potential in you, so have confidence in yourself and your abilities. Ask questions and be eager to learn; you’ll feel right at home in no time! Internships are a learning opportunity. You aren’t going to be a professional right away, and they know that. Don’t stress so much. Get excited! Hey Hannah, Should I get a tattoo? Do you think society has progressed enough that it won’t matter in the workplace? Over th(ink)ing Hello Over th(ink)ing, If you’re sure you want a tattoo, then get one. Be mindful of where you’re going to work and be strategic about where you place it, but I think society has progressed more than you’d think. It’s your body, and if a tattoo is something you want then that’s really your decision. I have a few tattoos myself and have never been denied job or internship opportunities. I keep most of them hidden so it hasn’t been a big

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deal for me, but I can’t speak to every employer’s stance. If you’re going into the medical field, most employers ask that they aren’t in obvious locations or they might ask you to wear three-quarter sleeves if have a lot on your arms. Hey Hannah, How do I get away from an unhealthy friendship when I see the person a lot. I mean come on, it’s Union. Fri-end Hey Fri-end, As horrible as it sounds, not every friendship is meant to last. And that’s okay! Being part of a broken friendship doesn’t make you a horrible friend or person. Tell the friend how you’re feeling and that you can’t continue the friendship. The conversation might be awkward at first, but if the friendship is negatively affecting you, then you need to get out of it. There are so many people who you can make friends with. Don’t forget to reach out to those outside of Union too. It’s better to be genuine with yourself than to force a relationship you don’t actually want. Let yourself move on and find friendships that positively affect your life. Hannah Armstrong is a junior studying health and human performance.

LIFESTYLE

BE SUCCESSFUL!

heard some really good advice a couple of years ago. It went something like, “If you want to be successful, start doing what successful people do.” I liked this phrase a lot because it made me reconsider my actions. Are my actions leading me towards my goals?

Give It Up

Here are some characteristics that successful people typically have. If you aren’t already doing these things, maybe consider trying them. Also, look at the people around you. If you don’t want to be like them, stop doing what they’re doing.

Something most successful people do is strive to be better. Even when you think you have a skill mastered or a chapter thoroughly studied, you can always learn more. Look for areas in your life where you can improve.

Wake Up Early

By following these steps, you will be on the right track to success. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, said, “Some people dream about success … while others wake up and work hard at it.” Success will take a lot of hard work but I know you can do it!

Many of the world’s most successful people wake up early. Getting up early teaches you to be disciplined in the small things. Studies have shown that people are most productive first thing in the morning.

In order to reach your goals, you usually have to give something up. You may have to go for a run or study for a class during time when you normally might watch your favorite show or hang out with friends. Always Improve

This is because your brain is fully rested, which allows you to work on tasks much more efficiently. In addition, getting up early gives you a head start on your day. While others are still snoozing away, you can work in peace and quiet. So stop hitting that snooze button and maybe set your alarm clock a few minutes earlier. That being said, early mornings are only productive when you have adequate sleep, so go to bed early too! Success is the Sum of Small Efforts Many of the world’s most successful people didn’t start out successful; they had to work their way up. People like The Rock, Oprah Winfrey and Eminem all started in some of the worst conditions. Their childhood environments were far from ideal, yet they didn’t let those circumstances stop them. They started by focusing on the small things and eventually it lead to great success. Start doing the same and make the most of every situation.

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Lena Wilkie is a freshman studying international rescue and relief.

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LIFESTYLE

WEEKEND ACTIVITIES YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO OUT FOR

hen the weather gets bad and you don’t feel like braving the cold, it can help to have fun activities right where you are. These are a couple of indoor activities you won’t have to leave the dorm to experience. Game Night: Get some friends together and unleash your competitive side with UNO, Apples to Apples or even some Exploding Kittens. You’re sure to have a wide variety of games to try if everyone contributes, and even if not, a simple deck of cards and a quick internet search can give you ideas.

ing up with that book you bought, but never got the chance to read. Also take advantage of the many digital books that are offered online! If you have a library account with Lincoln City Libraries, you can use Hoopladigital.com for free and access hundreds of ebooks, audio books and comics. If you’d rather not make an account, you can also check out Gutenberg.com which offers over 58,000 free ebooks at no cost!

Try a New Recipe: Baking up some sweet treats can be one of the best ways to spend a day indoors. AllRecipes.com can provide you with plenty of inspiration to make the perfect snack. You can try a mug cake recipe for one or make a large batch of cookies to share and brighten a friend’s day. Self Care Night: Take a night to treat yourself right and destress from the week. Order take-out from your favorite restaurant and just relax with your favorite music or tv series. Grab some face masks, paint your nails and just enjoy some time to yourself so you can be re-energized and refreshed to start the next week. Learn Something New: There’s never a bad time to learn a new skill. With sites like YouTube and highbrow.com, there are thousands of free tutorials and lessons right at your fingertips. You may not be able to master a new skill in one day, but you might just find a new passion that could last a lifetime. Enjoy a New Book: With textbook reading assigned nearly every day of the school week, leisure reading can easily be forgotten. A snowy day can be perfect for curl-

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Amanda McCarter is a senior studying biomedical science.

HOW TO

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HOW TO FIND THE PERFECT DATE SPOT

alentine’s Day is just over a week away. It’s time to start planning ahead to pick the perfect date spot for you and your valentine. Let me be clear though, Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples, it can also be a great time to spend with close friends. Here are seven date spots that work for both couples and friends. The Bowling Alley Bowling is a great activity to do with fun people because if you aren’t very good you still have a great time. I’m one of those people who sucks, but I love bowling because I always have a great time if I’m with people I love. Parkway Lanes and Hollywood Bowl are both less than 10 minutes away from the school. The Movie Theater Movie theaters are a go-to date spot because they are fun and inexpensive. Because it’s Valentine’s Day, treat yo’self by going with your date or friends to the theaters with reclining seats. All the Marcus theatres in Lincoln, besides Edgewood, offer this comfy amenity.

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Ice Skating

I don’t know if it’s just me, but I think ice skating is so romantic. Holding hands with your significant other while trying not to fall makes for an entertaining time. Plus, it’s a great photo opportunity for Instagram. John Breslow Ice Hockey Center is having a free ice skating night on February 15. Defy Gravity Defy Gravity is a trampoline park located that offers open jump, a warrior course, dodgeball, a climbing wall and so much more!

The Omaha Zoo

A Husker Game

Take a day trip to Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. You can go early enough to grab brunch before heading to the zoo or you can grab dinner after an eventful day out.

I love watching college basketball and what better way to enjoy some sports than with the ones you’re close to? The Husker men have two upcoming basketball games on February 13 and 16. Purchase tickets online to surprise your date.

An Escape Room If you haven’t tried an escape room, I highly recommend it. This is a great activity to do with a big group of friends. The room usually costs a set amount and can be divided. Check out Junkyard Escape Room, Lincoln Escape Room or Escape Lincoln. Pro tip: check out Groupon for discounts.

I hope this list of date spots gave you a few ideas. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Alaysha Harris is a senior studying communication.

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MISC. CORNER

HOUC HUMANS OF UNION COLLEGE

WHAT’S NEXT? Thursday Feb. 7 & 8 • Winter Break Wednesday Feb. 13 - 16 • Basketball Tournament Friday Feb. 15 • 7:30 p.m. Tim Timmons Concert (CVC) Tuesday Feb. 19 • 10:30 a.m. Chapel - ASB Convocation Friday Feb. 22 •

HOUC is compiled by Maegan Luckiesh PC: Kayla Potts

o when I tell people I’m a social science education major the first question I get is, “That’s cool … what can you do with that?” I’m like, “I can teach with it.” People don’t really understand what it is. So social science is the study of people, it’s how we interact. It’s something I think everyone can benefit from it. Social science is like an umbrella. Social Science is the top and then there’s history, psychology, sociology, economics, geography, political science, etc. With teaching people really focus on the history aspect but there’s so much more. History is just dates and people and names but if you add the sociology aspect it’s more about what’s happening. Why are they doing this? Why are they thinking this way? What’s their mind set? With social science you can do law school, you can do business, there’s a lot of options. I feel like it could be applicable to anyone’s career. It helps people understand why we do certain things. I was going to do history, and history is cool and all, but I wanted to do more of the sociology aspect. Social science is made up of less history. It’s a whole field and not just a subject. With my degree I can choose my classes. I want to teach middle school. I love the middle school aspect because they are so eager to learn. I mean they can be rough but I’ve loved every middle school I’ve seen because the students want to learn and the teachers can be kinda goofy. Nicholas Lawrence is a junior studying social science education

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