Don't Spoil the School Year

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CLOCKTOWER WHAT’S INSIDE PAGE 05 BEAT SUMMERITIS PAGE 08 NETFLIX MUST SEES PAGE 15 CARNIVAL The Clocktower Team | PC: Autumn Mott Rodeheaver

NEW YEAR, NEW CLOCKTOWER

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’ve lived in 24 different dwellings, five states and at least seven towns, not including my three months studying abroad in France, Guatemala and Belize.

It’s easy to say I like change and adventure. So when I got the job as Editor-in-Chief of The Clocktower, I thought, how can I change The Clocktower to create a new adventure for the readers while maintaining the high performance and standards of my predecessors?

The paper you’re holding now is the outcome of those thoughts and the suggestions from last year’s survey. This year The Clocktower is working towards reducing paper waste both with the size of the paper and by encouraging people to recycle the

pages when they’re done. As editor, I hope you find something exciting in every issue.

Some topics to look forward to include movie reviews, how-tos, sports, art, news, politics, collegiate culture and religion. We’re also bringing back the beloved Sudoku and we’re starting gift card giveaways, so check back with us, your almost-weekly school paper, each issue for your chance to win.

This year I hope you stick with my team and me as we strive to create an amazing paper for you the reader.

If you have suggestions or just want to pitch me a freelance idea, shoot me an email at Maegan.Luckiesh@ucollege.edu. I’m always open to fresh ideas and new writers and I’d love to hear from you!

Maegan Luckiesh is a senior studying graphic design.

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EDITORIAL

CLOCKTOWER STAFF Editor-in-Chief

Maegan Luckiesh

Assistant Editor

Danica Eylenstein

Head Layout Editor Hannah Gregg

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DON’T SPOIL THE SCHOOL YEAR

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or many, back to school season is filled with a unique blend of emotions. While there’s lots to look forward to, like a fresh start and catching up with friends, there’s also the all-too-common dread associated with summer vacation coming to a close.

Jovan Cross

In some ways, the start of a new school year is like opening a box of Bean Boozled Jelly Bellys.

Cameron Cizek

Imagine playing the game with your friends. Your turn comes around and you pick out a mysterious white jelly bean from the box, hoping with all your being that it’s coconut-flavored, only to be utterly disappointed when the taste of spoiled milk seeps into your mouth.

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I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but like the game, this school year will undoubtedly have its spoiled milk moments.

There will be mornings you’ll miss class because you pressed snooze one time too many, weeks that are so busy you forget to take time to eat and homework you genuinely forgot was due.

There may be moments when you’ll feel like you just can’t handle another disappointing serving of spoiled milk, lawn clippings or toothpaste.

You may even wonder why you ever agreed to play the game in the first place.

Similarly, when you find PC: Maegan Luckiesh yourself at a rough point in the semester, you may wonder if college is even worth the stress. We’ve all been there. It’s at this point in the experience you need to look back on just how great the game has been.

Sure, we’re bound to eat a few gross jelly beans during our time at Union. But for every gross flavor, there’s a pretty great one somewhere in the box as well. Most importantly, you probably agreed to the game because you weren’t playing it alone.

Remember who you’ve got in your corner to support you during those spoiled milk moments and all of a sudden you might find yourself realizing the game isn’t so bad after all.

Danica Eylenstein is a senior studying communication.

STAFF PAGE

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THE CLOCKTOWER STAFF

Maegan Luckiesh

Danica Eylenstein

Hannah Gregg

Jovan Cross

Cameron Cizek

Maylina Graham

Katie Turk

Max Bromme

Juliet Bromme

Esther Pervis

Britni Conrad

Kayla Potts

Levi Ventura

Alaysha Harris

Amanda McCarter

Ashley Bower

Jordan Judge

Kasondra Reel

Nicholas Morrison

Tyler Dean

Yeimy Rodriguez

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EDITORIAL

WHAT’S NEXT FOR UNION THIS YEAR

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hether you’re a new or returning student, I want to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of the Union College Associated Student Body team! I’m thrilled that you’ve chosen to attend Union College this year in your pursuit of a higher education. I pray that this year will be an opportunity for you to grow in learning, service and leadership.

I feel extremely honored to serve as your ASB President. Our team is focusing on creating a stronger sense of community within Union College. With that in mind, what’s next for us?

We work on becoming a family by coming together as more than just acquaintances, colleagues and peers. We need to be present at all of the various sporting events, spiritual programs and ASB events, giving our Warriors

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and classmates the support they deserve, because that’s what a family does. Families support, love and lend a helping hand in all they do, and I believe this campus has the perfect opportunity to become that ideal.

As your president, I’ll be readily available to you and align myself with your goals. In order to fulfill this vision, I plan on being available as much as possible throughout the year to hear your vision for Union College. Feel free to stop into the ASB/Senate room in the Student Center (across from the ping-pong table) to say hello and share your dreams with me! You can also reach me at angenita.pierre-louis@ ucollege.edu.Together, let’s work on making this year incredible. Best wishes to each of you in this upcoming school year!

Regards, Angenita Pierre-Louis Angenita Pierre-Louis is a senior studying social work.

KICKING THE YEAR OFF RIGHT

riday, Aug. 24, 2018 is a day that will go down in Union’s history as the day the Union College Warriors played their first official soccer game. The Calvary University Warriors met the Union Warriors at the Speedway Village soccer field in Lincoln, NE, where Union fans filled an entire side of the lawn.

There were slushies and stadium horns, lawn chairs and umbrellas, not because it was raining, but because the sunny and humid 98 degree day left the fans and players feeling like they were in a sauna.

The fact that so many toughed it out is a true testament to the dedication of the Warrior fans. As for the team, they played an impressive game! Although they only had a week and a half to prepare, there was a considerable amount of chemistry between the players, which resulted in ball movement that left the defense frustrated and breathless. The astonishing point gap only grew as the game progressed. Because it was the first soccer game of the year, it was also the first event hosted and supported by the Warrior Fan

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Club. The club officers handed out free slushies to club members and stayed to cheer on the team every minute of the game. Warrior Fan Club president, Hophni William, summed up the hype at the game: “7-0! What an unexpected turn of events! Going to a Warriors game, you often think we’ll lose, but you plan on supporting your friends anyway. But that wasn’t the case with this game.

It was a great game and I enjoyed every minute of it!”

The first game was a huge win for the Warriors and a solid start to kick off their season. Check back in with The Clocktower in a few weeks for further coverage on how the season is shaping up.

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HOW-TO BEAT SUMMERITIS S

ummer has officially ended and coming back to college is something many students don’t look forward to. Why?

Because it means back to stressing over endless amounts of homework, attending hourlong lectures and mentally preparing for those late nights of studying.

Since you’re paying a decent amount of money to attend college, why not do whatever you can to make sure you start off your year on the right foot?

With that in mind, here are few tips that can help you beat that summeritis and get back into the swing of school.

Get back into a routine: Having structure creates a healthy environment so all you hardworking students can thrive. This means getting enough sleep at night, eating a healthy breakfast and setting out blocks of time in your schedule for homework and studying.

anything as simple as rewarding yourself with a Netflix original after finishing your homework or buying yourself something nice after acing that final exam. While school work is important, setting aside time to enjoy yourself helps keep you sane.

Reconnect with friends: One of the best things about coming back after summer vacation is seeing your friends.

Text messages, Facetime and phone calls sometimes aren’t enough to fill that void.

Take the time to hang out. Spending time with good company is a great way to keep stress levels low.

If you’re a student struggling with summeritis, then I challenge you to try these few simple steps to help ensure your school year is full of success!

Set long-term goals: When we write down our goals, we will be more likely to achieve them. Once they’re written, place them in a visible spot to remind yourself of what you hope to accomplish. This simple starting point will help you begin the year strong and keep you motivated.

Organize, organize, organize: Organization is the key to making your academic life less stressful.

Writing down your schedule, buying binders or notebooks for each class and investing in a planner are three simple ways to make sure you bring order to a chaotic life.

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Find motivators: Motivators are essential to make sure you have something to look forward to. It can be

Alaysha Harris is a senior studying communication.

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RELIGION

OVERFLOW HARDLY WORTHY

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’m a nursing major, and the deeper I get into the program and the closer I get to graduating, the more excited I’ve become with everything I’m studying. In the nursing program every time I’ve learned something new about the heart, kidneys or liver I would call someone and tell them all about it because it was so cool!

I loved it so much; I was bursting with excitement to share with any one who would listen.

This summer, I was introduced to the song “Overflow” by Tenth Avenue North. Certain lyrics really hit me: “Out of the dust, You created us We’re free to breathe We’re free to move Life is a gift we give back to You You set our hearts in motion” When God created us, He got in the dirt and breathed the breath of life into our lungs. He created us with the freedom of choice: we get to decide who we want to be.

As much as I love what I’ve learned, sometimes I forget that I have a purpose. I numbly walk through my day with a cloud of self-pity covering my head. And I’ve realized that on those days, my focus isn’t on living through Christ’s grace, but instead it’s on me.

“It’s evident that we were meant to live like grace is covering every step so we can risk and we can fall.”

Imagine a trapezist. She can’t start all the way up on the ceiling without training. She has to perfect her skills and even then, a safety

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net provides assurance that if she does take the risk and fall, she’ll be safe.

God doesn’t expect us to live perfectly. In fact, He has prepared a way that when we do mess up, He’s got us covered. All we have to do is accept that gift. God sets our hearts in motion. He makes them physically and spiritually beat. He fuels our desire to seek Him and to learn more about the world we live in.

But He knows that this world is so much more bearable if we’re fully dependent on Him. Once we’re so full of Him we can burst, we start to overflow, in all areas of our life.

So as the semester starts, dive into God’s word and allow it to work into all aspects of your life. Soon enough, you’ll overflow in so many more ways than you could imagine.

Kasondra Reel is a senior studying nursing.

UC SPECIAL

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BE LIKE FLOWERS

HUMANS OF UNION COLLEGE

Like the Roses that open At the first rays of spring Be Open to the possibilities that Surround thee Seeing the door in front Of yourself Wonder what is behind it HOUC is compiled by Danica Eylenstein.

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ne of the things I’m focusing on now is Psalm 46:10, which says, “Be still and know that I am God.” I have a tough time with the “be still” part. My focus for this year is to learn how to be still in life and try to find balance, whatever that may be for me and my family. I wish I’d learned back in college to be still for a few moments each day. I don’t think I did because I was so busy and focused on my classes, activities and work. In this new chapter at Union, I’m focusing on that–to be still. I’m kind of forcing myself to spend time in my Bible-I’m scheduling “still” time. I’m finding it enjoyable, but very difficult to do.

It’s something that I feel has been beneficial to me health-wise, mental health-wise as well as spiritually, just in the past few weeks I’ve been here. We’re very scheduled as human beings, but I think there’s some merit in learning how to be still.

For me, it also means not trying to look for ways to solve my problems and change my circumstances when I’m asking God’s help.

Part of my journey includes accepting that if I’ve asked something from God, I don’t want to take it back. It’s not just about my devotional time, but it’s about allowing God to work in my life.

Stacy Stocks is the head dean of women and the dean of students.

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Be afraid to touch the knob That can turn with a mere jostle But you know You feel the tug Maybe it’s curioties overtaking you Of the unknown Maybe its more A comforting feeling takes you You know He Will guide your paths You know He Will never harm you You know You can hope in Him Be like the flowers among the fields Trust Him To Care For you Like he cares for them - Gianna (LA) Diaz

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ENTERTAINMENT

5 SUMMER NETFLIX ORIGINALS YOU NEED TO WATCH NICFLIX

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ourteen movies came out exclusively on Netflix between mid-May and mid-August, and for “research purposes” I watched 11 of them. Yes, ELEVEN. I did that for you. You’re welcome. Here are my top 5 Netflix original movies from the summer of 2018.

5: Cargo A few years ago, an Australian short film came out about a zombie-infected father who’s trying to get his baby girl to safety before the infection takes over. This movie is Netflix’s take on the story. It’s intense, touching and the concept is extremely original although I might like aspects of the short film better.

Watch that first.

4: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before This movie got tons of hype when it was released. It’s a typical high school love story with drama that could easily be solved if people would just COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER! It’s cute though. I did wonder what the flip kind of high school they went to because I definitely didn’t go on unsupervised ski trips willy-nilly when I was 16. But whatever.

3: Like Father Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammer have an awesome chemistry as estranged father and daughter who end up on a honeymoon cruise together. It’s hilarious, real and has all the feels.

2: Extinction Extinction was NUTS! Seriously. I kept pausing it and saying, “this is so nuts” to random people walking by. I was EXTREMELY invested in every single plot twist, and while

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the CGI wasn’t the most amazing ever, the cinematography was actually dope. I’m gonna stop talking so I don’t ruin anything.

1: Set It Up If you haven’t watched it yet, HIT. ME. UP. I watched it 4.15 times this summer — the .15 being the time I tried to watch it with my mom and she was NOT a fan. With its perfect cast and witty script including interactions and conversations that are awkward and completely relatable, Netflix has created a story that feels like we’re watching completely normal people fumble through this ridiculous situation. It’s original, adorable and HILARIOUS, explaining how it’s in the top 5 of Vulture.com’s ranking of all 141 Netflix original movies to date. So for real, go watch it. (Don’t forget to invite me.)

I’m making more lists this year along with reviews, spoilers, theories etc. If you have any suggestions or ideas, let me know!

-Your Friendly Neighborhood Movie Guy WARNING: DO NOT watch the movie How It Ends. Ironically the worst part of an already terrible movie is actually how it ends … don’t do it.

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

ARTS

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@THEDENVERARTMUSEUM | DEGAS: A PASSION FOR PERFECTION MEMENTO ARTEM

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here would you find nude women bathing, horses racing and ballerinas dancing? “Degas: A Passion for Perfection,” an art exhibit at the Denver Art Museum, explored those specific motifs in over 100 works when it made its only United States debut.

Although many would recognize artist Edgar Degas’ more renowned ballerina paintings, “Passion for Perfection” explores a variation of subjects in a way that shows Degas’ growth as an artist from 1855 to 1906.

Degas would often paint his subjects in a way that suggests intimacy. . Much like his contemporary Mary Cassatt, viewers are left with the thought of, “It feels like I’m there.”

However, unlike his peers, Degas would capture most of his subjects in his Paris studio rather than outdoors.

his time period. However, to Degas, the horses created an interesting artistic challenge.

As subjects, they provided an opportunity to study shape and motion.

Though Degas was inspired by classical masters who depicted the imagery of horses, it’s said that he may have also been inspired by the photographic innovation of Eadweard Muybridge, who captured the movement of horses, other animals and people.

Degas wasn’t just an artist. He was an avid learner that continually pushed himself to experiment and try new artistic methods with media like sculpture and monotype prints.

Additionally, he challenged himself to refine and perfect subjects that captured his eye.

This shows the mark of a true master – the ability to consistently be a student of art.

It’s something about this indoor studio that imbues his subjects with a closeness that feels incredibly raw and at times a little overwhelming.

Degas explored this intimacy in a repetitive way. Many times he would “copy and paste” subjects from one piece to another. You may ask, “Why would he do that? Why not get a new model for every piece?”

To him each subject had very special potential. He found the opportunity to experiment and refine each subject in an effort to study form. This is evident in a piece like “Racehorses at Longchamp” where some riders look very similar in their posture and movement.

This piece further demonstrates that to Degas, subjects provided learning opportunities that pushed himself to improve as an artist.

Horse racing became a popular and fashionable pastime among the higher class during

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Cameron Cizek is a senior studying computing.

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POLITICAL OPINION

DONALD TRUMP AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD ADMINISTRATION

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o begin, let me say: if I had to identify with a party, it would be the Democratic one.

However, I prefer the term liberal. I didn’t vote for Donald Trump and I don’t like most of the things he’s done in office.

He’s crude, impulsive and has a lessthan-stellar character. That being said, Hillary Clinton is weird and I didn’t vote for her either.

This year I’ll be keeping you posted on what’s happening with our country and how our President responds.

Let’s summarize the top five events from this summer: • Trump met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at a summit. Things were/are tense because of the allegations North Korea is receiving regarding nuclear weapons. The summit was friendly, leaving Trump and Jong-un on their way to being best pals.

• Trump announced his plan to funnel $12 billion into a Space Force program. Meanwhile, Flint, Mich., is still wondering if their water is clean, I still have to pay thousands of dollars for health care and loans stick around for decades. Oh well.

• Trump’s administration submitted a proposal to stop the anti-pollution standards for cars, which seems to be a pretty specific dig at his predecessor. In defense of the proposal, Trump said more fuel-efficient cars would mean more people on the road, which means more accidents. Yep, that was a justification.

• Trump confirmed the allegation by Michael Cohen that he paid off two women to stay silent about their affairs with the president during the election season, but with his own

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money, rather than with campaign funds.

Like that makes it okay.

• Mollie Tibbetts was abducted and killed by an illegal immigrant. This tragedy has put a spotlight on immigration giving the Trump administration another excuse to focus on that, as if it’s the worst thing happening in America today.

This summer was full of controversial themes and talks with people of both parties being offended. The biggest challenge we face in this political climate is a sense of fragility and a need to defend our opinions.

This year my challenge to you is to be willing to have open conversations without building walls. Try to be kind and think about the opposite side’s argument before assuming the “I’m right, you’re wrong” stance. Be open to having conversations, regardless of others’ beliefs and remember those beliefs don’t have to define them. If you ever want to contact me to talk about my articles, I’d be happy to discuss!

Ashley Bower is a junior studying English language arts education.

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TAXATION IS THEFT L

iberty is one of the fundamental founding principles of America, but it’s been under attack from bipartisan authoritarian policies. Already this year, many issues have gained the national spotlight as our nation struggles with its identity and values. Let’s recap: • Multiple mass shootings, including those at Santa Fe and Parkland, have renewed a public discussion on gun control and the right to bear arms.

As Democrat representatives dust off their soap boxes, demand criminals respect gun free zones and denounce ‘assault’ weapons, whatever those are, Republicans are on their knees thinking and praying for the families.

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Signing a directive to create a new Space Force military branch.

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• Trump allowed his thoughts to drift spaceward this year as well, signing a directive to create a new Space Force military branch. Meanwhile at NASA, the agency is still operating on the same budget as the border wall.

• Anybody remember learning about Smoot-Hawley? Trump wanted a piece of that sweet, sweet protectionism pie and started himself a trade war. While the steel and aluminum tariffs haven’t disrupted the market too badly, the over $1 trillion in tariffs that he’s looking to impose towards China and Europe will set us up for equally devastating retaliatory measures. Thanks Donald ...

Racism and sexism continue to divide the country despite liberal media’s best efforts to blame everything on the white male and conservative media’s best efforts to blame everything on literally anyone else.

• Speaking of this year’s budget, infrastructure has a budget 3 percent the size of the $716 billion defense budget. Our other big ticket item, the nearly $1 trillion we spend on social programs, is often as bloated and poorly managed as many military programs. Got to love big government!

• Congressional Democrats lost their minds as Trump pulled out of the Paris agreement.

Republican thoughts and prayers are with the environment. I guess it could be worse; we could be subsidizing coal plants ... Oh wait, we are.

Taken as a whole, it’s a wonder that anything gets done in this country. With both main parties determined to prove the other eats puppies, it’s easy to get defensive and fall in with their tribalism.

Union College is a place that gathers people of many different backgrounds and beliefs, so it’s my hope that our campus can dissolve party lines and become an intellectual crucible that develops, refines and strengthens ideas.

I call you to have an open mind and even if you find others’ viewpoints untenable, respect those around you as the children of God they are.

James Clague is a senior studying computing and engineering.

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SPORTS

IS THE NFL RUINING FOOTBALL? YOU HEARD IT HERE LAST

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ourth down and seven, 1:52 left on the clock and your favorite team is up by two points, with a playoff berth on the line.

The other team throws it short and your star linebacker makes a perfect tackle, but something isn’t right. Your defense isn’t celebrating like they should be. The official on the far side has thrown his flag and your linebacker has his head in his hands.

He didn’t hit the tight end’s helmet, but he did dive head-first, resulting in a fifteen yard penalty and an automatic first down.

you have seen the play, you’ll never forget him going down and grabbing immediately at his lower back.

Shazier has been battling paralysis since and is nearly back to walking normally on his own. However, he’ll likely never play football again and the NFL felt they had to do something.

The previous rule only protected the player being tackled; the NFL changed the rule to protect the tackler.

The new rule will encourage better tackling technique, making the game safer for both sides.

Their offense is now in field goal range and they simply milk the clock before trotting out their kicker to put your season to rest.

Many people in the football community have expressed concern that a similar situation will occur this year after the NFL made changes to its helmet rule.

The new rule states; “[it’s] a foul if a player lowers his head to initiate and make contact with his helmet against an opponent.” This means, even if a player lowers his head to make an ankle tackle, or to block at the line of scrimmage, he could be flagged for it.

Officiating of this rule has been inconsistent at best throughout the preseason, and though it’ll likely improve as time goes on, it’s definitely a penalty that’ll make games harder to watch.

So why the change? While they haven’t been transparent throughout this process, it’s clear that the NFL is changing this rule in large part due to Steelers’ linebacker Ryan Shazier’s injury last year.

If you haven’t seen the play, he lowered his helmet into an opponent’s shoulder pads. If

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Tyler Dean is a senior studying finance and math.

NEWS

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HOT-N-READY RESTAURANT T

he Collegeview neighborhood provides a number of conveniences for the people of Union, including some quick eateries as an alternative to Union Market or Cooper’s Corner. Local favorites include Goldenrod Pastries, The Mill and Colby Ridge Popcorn & Gifts.

This summer’s latest addition to the neighborhood is Little Caesars, which opened its doors on July 10 and happens to be less than a mile away from campus. Little Caesars can be found at 4822 Pioneers Blvd. on the corner of South 48th St. and Pioneers, in the same parking lot as Colby Ridge.

This hot-n-ready pizza place is just close enough to take a stroll for a Sunday afternoon study break and it serves quality pizza at a decent price. A pizza can cost as little as five dollars.

Little Caesars opened their first location in Garden City, Mich. in 1959 and are now located in all 50 states and 18 international markets. The company strives to give back to the communities they are a part of through outreaches like the Love Kitchen, which

provides free, hot pizza to the hungry and homeless. Little Caesars has twice received the President’s Volunteer Action Award for their Love Kitchen outreach.

The newest Lincoln location shows a company-wide policy of caring for their customers and communities through the friendly smiles hungry customers will see as soon as they enter the building. The restaurant itself is small, but during the lunch hour the place isn’t crowded. People can go in and order a pizza and it will be done within a few minutes.

Some Union students and staff have already enjoyed the restaurant, “I love pizza, but the cheesy bread is my favorite thing there. Just make sure to get some marinara sauce for dipping,” said John Luckiesh, who works as a counselor in the enrollment department.

Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Little Caesars has a wide variety of options including pizza, bread, deserts and wings. Late night pizza cravings or quick study breaks any time of day can be cured through this fast, take-out only pizza joint.

Jordan Judge is a freshmen studying business administration.

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LIFESTYLE

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SABBATH ACTIVITIES IN LINCOLN

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inding the perfect activity for a relaxing Sabbath afternoon can sometimes be a difficult task, especially when you’re in a new city. Luckily, Lincoln has plenty of areas that are perfect if you want to get off campus for a few hours. Although Holmes Lake is close to Union’s campus, it’s still a great place to visit on Sabbath. You can choose to follow the paved walking trail around the lake or string up a hammock and relax in the shade.

There’s also plenty of tables for a picnic lunch and a beach volleyball court if you’re in the mood for a more lively activity. The park’s proximity to the campus is a great bonus; it’s only a short bike ride away if you don’t have a car.

Wilderness Park offers a pleasant escape from the city. At 1,472 acres, it’s Lincoln’s largest park and contains many trails for walking, biking and even horseback riding through the woods. It’s best not to visit this park after it rains because its many dirt trails will turn to mud. On sunny days though, it’s a great place to enjoy one of Lincoln’s quieter areas and explore trails with a group of friends.

If you’ve never had the chance to see a bison before, Pioneer Park Nature Center may be a

fun place to spend the afternoon. This wildlife sanctuary contains woodlands, wetlands and prairie habitats. With eight miles of hiking trails, raptor exhibits and an education center, you’re likely to have a great time and learn a bit about Lincoln’s wildlife. The center is open year-round and admission to the nature center is free, although donations are accepted.

Although outdoor activities are often the go-to on Sabbath afternoons, there are some indoor options as well. Racquel Amich, a junior IRR major, recommends the Sheldon Art Museum. During one of Amich’s visits, the museum displayed military photos about the effects that war has on people.

“It’s really impactful seeing the different pictures and how each one had a different message,” Amich said. “I would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for just a nice chill Sabbath afternoon and if you love art.”

Admission to the museum is free and the current and upcoming exhibitions can be found at sheldonartgallery.org.

Although it can be difficult to find the perfect Sabbath afternoon activity, Lincoln has a lot of options. This weekend, grab some friends and visit one of these sites!

Amanda McCarter is a senior studying biomedical science.

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CARNIVAL OF CLUBS O

n August 18, the last Saturday night before the semester began, the associated student body leadership team held the annual ASB handshake. This year, the event was carnival-themed.

The ASB team, in collaboration with the Student Life office decided to try something new and included club rush as part of the event. Every club on campus had a chance to set up a booth and feature an activity or a treat to promote their club and recruit students.

The social justice club incorporated their mission into their activity. “We had ladderball and we decided that for every game we played, we were going to donate 10 cents to Voices of Hope so that was really cool to be able to do,” said Hannah Miraglia, a senior elementary education major.

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The club donated $50 to the organization, which empowers those who have experienced relationship violence, sexual assault and abuse. In addition to finding a way to make their booths look attractive, clubs were able to set their yearly fee. Student Life granted each student fifty dollars with which to select any clubs they wanted to join.

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If students happened to exceed their budgeted amount, they were able to pay the additional fee at the business office. There was no limit to how many clubs a student could join; the only limit was an individual’s interest. While learning about the clubs, everyone had the chance to connect with new faces and old friends on campus.

The line for the main event, the handshake, stretched from the front of Woods Auditorium around the sidewalk to the the administration building and started with Union’s president, Vinita Sauder. Each person took the time to introduce themselves and shake hands with every person in line. “I did meet new people, so that was good,” said sophomore health science major, Veronica Carrasco.

Towards the end of the night, students moved toward the infamous widowmaker, which was located on the hill between the Larson Lifestyle Center and the Don Love Building. The widowmaker is a giant blue tarp with a wall of fifteen mattresses at the top. The goal of this game is to run up the tarp and jump on top of the mattresses without using any hands. This would be easy enough if the tarp wasn’t soaked with water and four gallons of soap. Hunter Cowin and Joslyn Lewis were granted cash prices for beating the widowmaker.

Keep on the lookout for posters announcing the next ASB Saturday night activity!

Yeimy Rodriguez is a junior studying business administration.

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