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Noe Guerrero Junior (he/him)
“Asexuality is a spectrum, so to just say flat out there is no sexual attraction period, isn’t entirely accurate depending on where you are on that spectrum. We are people.”
“That’s actually the first time that I have ever heard that term used before so I guess I’m just unaware of what it is. If you identify as asexual then that’s you.”
Zoe Hjelm Junior (she/her)
What does asexuality mean to you and what are your thoughts on those who identify as ace/asexual? “It’s hard for people who identify as ace, I just feel bad for them, not for who they are as a person but for what they have to deal with and trying to explain that to a person must be hard.”
Islim Ouldtaki Freshman (he/him)
“Anyone can do what they want to, it’s 2017. To be honest, I don’t mind it at all. It’s just freedom, ya know? If that’s what they think and how they feel then I’m not going to judge them.”
James Browning Freshman (he/him)
I think it’s interesting and that I guess I don’t know too much about it to have an opinion one way or the other but I think people should be able to do whatever they want regardless so it doesn’t bother me too much at all.”
I’m fine with it, that’s just their thing and I’m okay with that. I don’t feel too strongly one way or the other about it.” Aaron Dunham Grad Student (he/him)
Student Photo Corner
Copy Editor Taylor Waring
Reporters
Bottoms Up Junior Erik Rotness took this photo at the Upriver Dam, showcasing the beauty that helps power Spokane and its surrounding countryside.
Sam Jackson Sarah Giomi Jeremy Burnham
Graphic Designer Gail Powers
Photographers Mckenzie Ford Bailey Monteith
Faculty Adviser Carleigh Hill chill26@ewu.edu
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News
New campus dietician helps students learn food from fiction Josh Fletcher News Editor EWU now offers all students free access to a registered dietician who will personally set students up with a customized meal plan. “I’m a non-diet dietitian, because I’m never going to put somebody on a diet because I don’t think there’s a diet that fits every single person,” Natalie Stein, RD, Manager of Nutrition and Sustainability said. Stein started at EWU at the beginning of October of this year; she is ready to help anybody looking to improve their lives through what they eat. Stein can help students address needs such as allergies, or athletes looking to perform at a higher level. “The average cost, with insurance, to see a dietitian for one hour is about $100,” said Stein. “If you go to Eastern, that’s free.” A big problem most people have is eating healthy; for most people, it is because they do not know what to eat. One week it is how saturated fat (found in butter or coconut oil) is bad for you, the next it is how it will give you more energy and make you live longer. “There is just a lot of media on food, and it gets misinterpreted sometimes,” said Stein. “And that’s where people become misinformed.” Stein hopes to dispel some of the fad diets. Instead she wants to help people through an evidencebacked way of eating, one that is totally individualized. “[Most people] just want a one size fits all solution, and dieting and eating is not that at all.” Stein schedules people to meet
with her in her office so she can do a consultation and go over their goals, so she knows how to help. The process usually takes 45 minutes to an hour, but can save students a lot of time in guess work as to what they should and should not be eating. Stein didn’t grow up a super healthy teenager, and struggled with her own problems. “When I was in high school I was overweight,” said Stein. “I had dis-metabolic syndrome which is basically pre-diabetes...I was seeing a dietician every other week.” Stein says she decided to become a dietician after she had weight issues forcing her to be on medication--something she didn’t want to do. “I didn’t want to be on medication anymore, so I just decided to lose a bunch of weight,” said Stein. “The medication (Metformin) gave me a lot of stomach problems ... I didn’t want to have to deal with this.” Going through the process herself gives her an edge on her competition, Stein believes, because she knows how hard it can be. “It’s kind of hard to sit there and sympathize ... but in my opinion how much can you actually sympathize if you haven’t ever experienced it,” Stein said. Stein has only seen a few students since she took the job, but looks forward to seeing and helping more. “Most people don’t know [EWU offers this service]. I’m hoping they become more aware because I love helping people.” •
Photo courtesy of EWU Dining Services Registered dietician Natalie Stein was recently hired as EWU’s Manager of Nutriition and Sustainability. Stein offers free diet conultations to students, potentially saving them hundreds of dollars.
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News EWU makes changes to parking payment methods Sarah Giomi Reporter EWU is partnering with PayByPhone Technologies to provide students with more ways to pay for parking meters on campus. EWU Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) recognized the previous parking system was inefficient because it required information to be entered in a specific way for enforcement to see that the payment was made. This made errors a common occurrence for students. The previous app was also unable to download on a majority of student’s phones. Starting at the end of October, students will be able to pay for parking meters by downloading the app for both iPhone and Androids. Students can create an account with a mobile phone number, credit or debit card, and license plate to register. Customers will also be able to pay by calling an 800 number provided by PayByPhone. EWU’s Director of Parking and Transportation Services, Michelle Rasmussen, said, “Students will The Easterner Archives also save money because the new vendor charges a Parking meters on the EWU campus. The meters now provide students with multiple smaller fee for its service.” options to pay for parking. The new program also increases efficiency for PTS by the new license plate recognition software
so enforcement can monitor all locations more effectively. PayByPhone processes more than $325 million payments annually through mobile web, smartphone, and smartwatch applications. The company strives to provide ways to make secure payments, reduce the need for waiting in lines, and the need to carry change. This will hopefully minimize fines and parking tickets. “This is an easy-to-use system that will make parking around campus easier and quicker for students and visitors,” said Rasmussen. PTS provides parking guidance and assistance to the Cheney campus community and the public while managing 16 lots, 455 meters and 3,232 parking spots with permits and free spaces provided throughout campus. PTS strives to be customer oriented by responding timely and efficiently to all customer requests and needs, especially with the new collaboration with PayByPhone Technologies Inc. EWU hopes working with this company will enhance the overall experience for students by reducing potential difficulties of getting to class and activities by making parking easy. •
PUB event promotes student involvement Sarah Giomi Reporter Students gathered around the Pence Union Building Mall on Monday, Oct. 30, to learn more about the upcoming renovations of the PUB at the event, “Putting the ‘U’ in Union.” The event was hosted by the PUB administration, with hopes to involve students in the construction project and be a part of enhancing the university. “We are excited to see how the renovated building and augmented services will contribute to the EWU student experience,” PUB Director Daniel Clapp said. Clapp and the EWU administration provided hot drinks for students to enjoy while looking at floor plans, answered questions and met those involved with the construction project. “I’m looking forward to the opening of the PUB,” said junior Kyla Trias. “It’s exciting knowing there will be somewhere new to
study and make memories my senior year.” The PUB will reopen in fall 2018, and the administration hopes to host more events to promote student involvement in the construction project. The renovation adds 4,000-square-feet to the previous design built in 1968 with aspects suggested by the students themselves, including safety, sustainability and a well-lit, open floor plan. “EWU is really embracing student involvement by including student suggestions in the remodel and hosting events to see floor plans, and what is actually being built on campus,” said junior Mekaelah Mayovsky. “It makes students feel heard and [feel like] an important part of the university.” Staff and faculty hope to encourage students to leave a legacy in the new student union. The event is just the beginning of enhancing Sarah Giomi for The Easterner student impact on university projects and Construction on the PUB opening fall of 2018. EWU is seeking suggestions and student throughout campus at EWU. • involvement.
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News Free flu vaccines for students Illustration courtesy of Pixabay
Amanda Haworth Chief Copy Editor Flu season is here. Students are encouraged to act fast and get their flu shot as soon as possible, preferably before the end of the quarter. “The whole purpose of the flu shot is to keep you out of the hospital,” said Marnie Smith, a registered nurse at the Rockwood Clinic in Cheney. “Flu is all upper respiratory ... cough, fever, chills. It’s all in the lungs and upper airways.” The flu vaccination has already been paid for by EWU students as part of tuition. “You pay for them in your tuition,” said Smith. “You technically pay for them, so please come get your flu shot.” The next flu shot offering be in Tawanka from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 8. Students will need to fill out basic paperwork for their patient chart prior to getting the shot, which Smith says takes about five minutes. One shot in the arm will help protect students this flu season. Thousands of
people in the United States die from the flu and other related viruses every year. “[The shot] safeguards you, because if you end up with the flu, you are always [at] risk of ending up in the hospital,” said Smith. “You can end up extremely ill. You can end up in respiratory distress. And considering most of the students live in a community in very close quarters, viruses are shared like crazy.” Flu season starts at the beginning of October and lasts until the early spring. Students can call the clinic and ask to get put on the shot schedule as long as Rockword is still offering them. Their designated day for giving shots are on Thursdays. The flu vaccination for EWU students will be in the lobby of Tawanka for the last convenient opportunity on campus this quarter. The flu shot helps prevents the flu and hospitalization from related viruses. The Rockwood Clinic has made it easy to get the shot, and will be on campus next Wednesday, Nov. 8. •
Briefs
Police to cite for jaywalking Brandon Cline Editor in Chief The EWU Police Department announced via Twitter on Oct. 27 that they will begin citing pedestrians who cross the street outside of the marked crosswalk when traffic is present.
The announcement comes in the wake of a pedestrian who was hit by a car on the EWU campus on Oct. 26. The department reminded students and faculty that it is both unlawful and dangerous to ignore crosswalk signs. A citation will include a fine of $68.
Tapingo adds delivery service to app Rebecca Pettingill Contributor Tapingo, the app that makes ordering food simple, quick and convenient has now added a delivery feature. This brings food delivery to campus communities that may not have services such as UberEats available, like Cheney. If you didn’t receive the email from Tapingo announcing the big news, here’s what you need to know on how to start ordering: On the Tapingo app you first click the
delivery tab, to the right of pickup. Then you choose your restaurant. Last, confirm your delivery time and check out. Three easy steps to have your favorite food delivered straight to you. Tapingo already offers an a la carte option for students with meal plans, but now that isn’t exclusive to campus options. A la carte can be used to order whatever you may be craving right to your door. Tapingo is currently hiring couriers to deliver in the Spokane area. Visit Tapingo’s website to apply.
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Opinion EDITORIAL
Journalism still matters, now more than ever The Easterner Editorial Board That was the overarching theme of the National College Media Convention, a journalism conference held in Dallas, Texas during the past week. Four members of The Easterner, including two on the editorial board, attended the four-day convention, taking part in hourlong sessions and learning from professionals in the field. There were four keynote speakers at the conference. This editorial will detail the messages of two, Bob Schieffer and Dale Hansen. Bob Schieffer is a legendary Washington D.C. CBS reporter who has 60 years of experience in the field and has interviewed every sitting president since Richard Nixon. Schieffer’s main message of his address was as follows: “Journalists aren’t the opposition party,” said Schieffer. “They’re journalists. We are there to give citizens independently gathered information.” He’s right. With an uptick of individuals screaming “fake news,” journalists are continually being less trusted and viewed in an inferior light. But as Schieffer explained,
those few-and-far-between lazy reporters and outlets are ruining the credibility of the journalists truly putting in the leg work to obtain and report worthwhile information. At the end of the day, that is our job as reporters. To dig below the surface, figure out what is actually happening and inform the masses. And that’s where Dale Hansen’s message comes in. Hansen is a sportscaster for ABC’s Dallas affiliate, WFAA, who recently went viral for his monologue on the NFL and the public’s false perception of kneeling for the national anthem. His chief point in his keynote address was journalists have a duty: to tell the people what is really going on. In the age we live in, with press releases and sugar-coated information, Hansen stressed that journalists need to not be afraid of power for our society to survive. “If not us, who will shine a light on the injustices in America?” Hansen asked. “You can’t read about it on whitehouse.gov. Or dallascowboys.com. The day that happens, this country is done.” To Hansen’s point, journalism alone stands between the people and public relations. And for the masses to really understand what is going on, they need reporters
to vet the facts and details, and display it in a product that is both readable and informative. Without us, the message that is received can be controlled by anyone. Hansen said that unlike his generation, ours actually has a chance to make change in the world. Critical thinking, an important aspect of reporting, is the difference between being an original source and an echo chamber. As student journalists, we are the ones responsible for deciphering information about campus news for student consumption. As such, both Schieffer and Hansen mentioned that journalism is as important now as it’s ever been, and among the most important professions available. Without us, the public will resort to the press releases and fake news, and will undoubtedly suffer in the process. “People talk horribly about journalists, but they will miss us when we’re gone”, said Hansen.
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Just after 9 p.m. while cadets were doing a safety check in Dressler Hall, they smelled the odor of marijuana coming from one of the rooms on the 7th floor. An officer arrived on scene and was granted access to search the room from the three students. While searching the room, the officer found a small jar of marijuana and three empty cans of Four Loko in the garbage. The three students, one female and two males, were charged with possession of marijuana.
Drug Violation October 27 Just after midnight Friday morning, an officer got a call from a CA in Dressler Hall who noticed students who came in smelling of marijuana. The CA followed them up to their room on the 9th floor and smelled the odor outside their dorm as well. When officers arrived, they were granted access to search the room by the students. The office also noticed a strong smell of smoked marijuana, but after searching the room nothing, was found.
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DWLS October 26 Last Thursday evening, an officer pulled over a female driver who was on her cell phone and did not yield to a pedestrian in the crosswalk at Washington and Elm. When the officer ran her name, he found she was driving with a third degree suspended license and had multiple unpaid tickets. Driving with a third degree suspended licence in Washington is a misdemeanor and carries a maximum of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.
Suspicious Circumstances October 28 Saturday evening, a CA called campus police after smelling marijuana on the 5th f loor. The officer went up and arrived at the room with the CA at the same time a male student was opening the door. The officer noticed a strong scent of marijuana and was able to search the students’ half of the dorm. Nothing was found. The student said his roommate was there earlier with friends and they smoked, but he did not. The student was not charged with any crimes.
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A&E
Annual library fundraiser draws costumed crowds
Bailey Monteith for The Easterner (left) Antony and Cleopatra partake in the beverages offered at JFK Library’s annual Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest has been an annual fundraising event for the JFK Library for many years. (above) Two attendees play a spin the wheel game. Prizes ranged from movie note pads to champagne bubbles.
Mandy Nicole Contributor
Last Saturday, bedecked in diamonds, bow ties and shined to perfection, attendees of this year’s Oktoberfest poured into the JFK Library atrium for a night of oldHollywood glitz. Participants in the library’s only fundraising event of the year were met by volunteers. Some dressed as Hollywood starlets and heartthrobs, and some as quirky garb of cinema’s most colorful characters. Marie Antoinette disbursed tickets, a young James Dean offered bid numbers, and flitting through the crowds in surgical scrubs reminiscent of “Grey’s Anatomy,” Carol King kept the party running smoothly. King, the director of Library Engagement and External Relations, was the backbone of Saturday’s event. “It’s awesome,” said King. “Everyone is having a great time.” The Dean of Libraries Suzanne Milton said Oktoberfest belonged to King and her committee of volunteers. “Carol [King] deserves all the credit for tonight,” said Milton. “She and her team made it happen.” Patrons and guests expressed enjoyment of this year’s theme, and many got into the spirit themselves, dressed either in red-carpet attire or iconic costumes. Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, Indiana Jones, Chewbacca, Sandy Olsson, and Clint Eastwood all made appearances in the crowd of guests and bidders. Paul Rodman, a cataloging specialist for JFK Library, said most of the bidder numbers he distributed belonged
to patrons who attended year after year. “A lot of these people come every year,” said Rodman, comparing the event to a family gathering. Rodman, who also served as the head of the decorating committee, said Oktoberfest is a much-loved tradition for many of the guests. One couple, dressed as Professor Sprout and Mad-Eye Moody, said they attend Oktoberfest yearly as a way to support their son, who attends EWU, as well as the staff of the library. The goal of the yearly Oktoberfest celebration is to raise funds through silent and live auction, and to build the Collection Endowment Fund, with which JFK Library can purchase collection materials and resources for EWU students. “None of the money we raise goes toward operations,” said Milton. “Every penny goes into the Endowment Fund to support the students. This is all for them.” Patrons spent the first part of the evening participating in silent auctions and simple chance games. Christian Garcia and Kelly Parks, two graduate students who donated their time and talent, set the mood with live music. After the silent auction, DJ X, an EWU alumnus, provided a Broadway soundtrack and film score music while guests bid on bigger items in a live auction. The library won’t know exactly how much money was raised until later this week, but King is optimistic. “The night was a big success,” King said. “It might have been our best one yet.” Next week, after just a few days to catch their breath, King and her committee will begin to plan next year’s festivities. •
Bailey Monteith for The Easterner A library volunteer pulls pints of beer for Oktoberfest patrons. Patrons dressed up as characters such as Indiana Jones, Chewbacca and Marie Antoinette.
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A&E
Artist raises the question of gender binary art at EWU Sam Jackson Reporter “They Play,” an exhibition of artwork that raises the question of gender binary, will be displayed in the EWU Art Gallery. The artist, J. Casey Doyle, is currently an associate professor at the University of Idaho. Doyle has been teaching sculpture and ceramic classes there since 2011 and has been a teacher since 2007. Doyle started pursuing art in 2000, is trained as a sculptor, metalsmith and does performance art and video-based work. Doyle has a strong educational background in the art industry. According to his website, he received his M.F.A. with an emphasis in sculpture from the Ohio State University in 2007 where he was a University Fellow. “He holds a B.F.A. with emphasis in Sculpture and Metals
& Jewelry and a B.A. with emphasis in Spanish from New Mexico State University. In 2014, he received an Idaho Commission on the Arts Fellowship. He exhibits his work both nationally and internationally.” The work Doyle is presenting focuses around questioning gender binary and stereotyping through sculptural objects. “I’m going to have a series of enlarged ‘My Little Pony’ hair brushes that are covered in random textures,” said Doyle. “Often I am interested in pairing girl stereotype objects, like the ‘My Little Pony’ hair brush, with boylike textures that kind of question that realm of whether boys should play with certain things or gender. Then I’m going to have a whole other collection of hair accessories. Everything is scaled up to about two feet so they’re much larger than the original object.”
Though Doyle’s work has evolved over the years, its core has always been semi-autobiographical. “In that I kind of work out some things that are happening directly or related to me, and even happening to the people around me,” said Doyle. “I think over time my work has evolved in terms of granting permission for myself and for those around me to kind of explore ideas and play.” Doyle’s process for creating his artwork usually starts with a concept and that he then works out through various materials. “A lot of my process is truly through play,” said Doyle. “I’ll work up through multiple versions of it until I lock into something … I try to not hold myself accountable for that initial idea but to be open to chance and in the moment while kind of making documentation of myself along the way.”
Though it isn’t his first time showing his work in Washington, Doyle is excited to be showcasing his work at EWU. “I am excited to see how the students react to it and to figure out a way to maybe engage further than just my show,” said Doyle. “Given that I teach at the University of Idaho, I’d like to see if there’s any sort of collaborative opportunities for workshops or some way for us to connect our students together.” The artwork will be in the gallery from Nov. 8 to Feb. 23 and is open for viewing on Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A reception for Doyle’s work will be held on Nov. 8 at noon. •
Courtesy of J. Casey Doyle
(bottom left) Portrait of J. Casey Doyle.
(top and bottom) ‘My Little Pony’ hair brushes covered in random textures partnered with boy-like textures. Doyle’s work has evolved over the years, and he has always kept his work semiautobiographical.
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Events
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Campus movie
Battle sports
What is it: Spiderman Homecoming When: Wednesday, Nov. 1 Time:8-10 p.m. Where: Showalter Auditorium Cost: No cost.
What is it: Paintball When: Thursday, Nov. 2 Time: 3-5 p.m. Where: Intramural Fields Cost: No cost.
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Comedy show
What is it: Comedy show featuring Kasey Nicholson and Vaughn Eaglebear When: Friday, Nov. 3 Time: 7 p.m. Where: Showalter Auditorium Cost: No cost.
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Homecoming parade
Carnival and train rides
What is it: Conclusion of homecoming When: Saturday, Nov. 4 Time: 10-11 a.m. Where: Downtown Cheney Cost: No cost.
What is it: Family festival carnival When: Saturday, Nov. 4 Time: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Reese Court Cost: No cost.
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EWU theatre students go back to grade school for 2017 fall musical Sam Jackson Reporter A cast of 20 EWU Theatre Department students are preparing vigorously to showcase “Heathers the Musical” this November. The musical will be performed throughout six shows on Nov. 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:30 p.m., Nov 12 at 2 p.m., and Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. at the University Theatre. “Heathers” takes place in a high school setting and focuses on Veronica Sawyer (Holly Kirkman), who is frustrated with the hierarchy and bullying portrayed at her school by a popular girl group called “The Heathers.” Soon, Veronica encounters a boy, J.D. (Scott Worley), who also rejects the pecking order. “A lot of the themes in the play are about bullying in high school, peer pressure to be cool, look a certain way and think a certain way,” said Worley. “The play shows what happens when that kind of hierarchy is interrupted or thrown off because of the struggle for a new world, the want for a new world and how that leads to the lengths people will go to create a better world.” Some members of the cast like how the musical portrays real life stereotypes and draws attention to the problem with bullying in high school. “My favorite thing about the play is how true it is to what’s going on right now in general anyways,” said junior Skyler Moeder, an actress who plays Stoner Girl. “I really like the way it hits every stereotype in high school. You have the popular kids [and] you have outliers such as the stoner girl [and] the geek. I feel like you get to see so many different sides of one story. It all comes together to really show where we are in society now and kind of poke at it but not throw everyone into it.” This show sticks out to the cast because it takes real life situations and elevates them. “Especially with this show, it’s brought us all a lot closer together because we’ve had to relive and go through when, and if, we were bullied in high school,” said Kirkman. “It’s just brought us closer together as an ensemble and made the show that much stronger.”
Bailey Monteith for The Easterner Holly Kirkman and Scott Worley pose for a picture after practice. Kirkman will be playing Veronica Sawyer and Worley will be playing J.D.
The show is easy to relate to, which leads to difficulty for the actors to shake off their characters and return to their real selves. “This is true about any show I think,” said Moeder. “You have to find a way to be able to get it off of you when you’re leaving.When we’re in this space where we have to remember what it feels like to be in high school again. Going through all these things this character is going through and being able to commit to this character. When you finally go back to yourself, you find it leaking in your real life without realizing it. You just have to take a moment and realize where you are in life and develop some kind of shake off or something.” The director appreciates the way the playwrights adapted the piece to be different
from the movie, in the sense that there’s a sense of hope at the end. “It does something that the film doesn’t do at the end, the film at the end is very cynical and nihilistic,” said the director, Jeff Sanders. “It leaves you kind of in that place of existential dread and questions if the world will ever get better. But the musical takes a moment and says no, we can, and it rides us out on that wave at the end.” This performance does contain strong sexual content, explicit language and violence, therefore there is a strong advisory warning. The show is free to EWU students with ID. For non-students, there is a $10 general admission fee (cash or check only). Nonstudents can reserve tickets beforehand by calling 509-359-2459. •
When we’re in this we have to remember what it feels like to be in high school again. Junior, Skyler Moeder Stoner Girl in “The Heathers Musical”
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Entertainment
Loose Change & Filler Text
EDITORS’ PICKS Book: “Betaball” “Betaball” by Erik Malinowski details the rise of the Golden State Warriors, one of the premiere franchises in the NBA today. From being one of the worst teams in the league to winning two championships in a three-year span, it has been a rapid ascent for the Warriors. Malinowski uses his journalistic skills to weave together anecdotes that tells the story about basketball history being made in the Bay Area. (Logan Stanley) Courtesy of Atria Books
Movie: “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” The sequel to “Kingsman: The Secret Service” has an action packed start. With the Kingsman headquarters destroyed and the world being held hostage, the Kingsman’s journey leads them to discover an allied spy organization in the United States. These two elite secret organizations must band together to defeat a common enemy. “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” is available now in a theater near you. (Audrey Seda)
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Restaurant: “A Taste of Thai”
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“A Taste of Thai” is a Spokane restaurant located just down the street from Mead High School on the north side of Division. Never judge a book by its cover or a restaurant by its entrance as looks can be deceiving. It is a petite, yet exquisite place to eat. The only thing that tops the decorations, is the food itself. Offering authentic, quality Thai food, it is no wonder “A Taste of Thai” is Courtesy of “A Taste of Thai” a Spokane favorite, receiving over 100 Google reviews and a whopping 4.7 out of 5. (Richard Clark IV) Andrew Watson for The Easterner
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Sports Eagles finish middle of the pack in Big Sky cross country championships Michael Brock Sports Editor
The EWU cross country teams concluded their conference slate on Saturday, Oct. 28 in Ogden, Utah. The women compiled 218 points and finished eighth out of 12 teams. Sophomore Kaili Keefe placed 13th overall in the 5,000meter race, finishing with a time of 17:55.0. Senior Kari Hamilton had the next best finish for the Eagles, winding up 34th overall in 18:22.9. The rest of the EWU women finished as follows: sophomore Kaelah Corrigan (55th, 18:59.8), sophomore Carli Corpus (60th, 19:11.1), freshman Lily Tyrrel (62nd, 19:12.8), senior Gracie Ledwith (64th, 19:22.0) and
freshman Ashley Arreola (89th, 21:45.7). The men accrued 251 points and a ninth-place finish. Sophomore Colton Johnsen placed 37th overall in the 8,000-meter race with a time of 25:57.5. Senior Logan Stahl was the next Eagle across the finish line, placing 50th in 26:17.4. The rest of the EWU men finished as follows: senior Austin Oser (57th, 26:39.9), senior Matthew Hommel (61st, 26:47.3), freshman Ronan Price (62nd, 26:47.3), senior Tommy Dolan (70th, 26:58.9), senior Mason Nicol (78th, 27:24.0) and junior Domenic Rehm (83rd, 27:53.1). The Eagles will compete next at the NCAA West Regionals on Friday, Nov. 10 in Seattle. •
Photo courtesy of EWU Athletics Sophomore Kaili Keefe competing in a cross country meet earlier this season. Keefe finished 13th overall in the Big Sky Championships on Oct. 28.
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The Easterner Archives Senior forward Chloe Williams takes a shot during EWU soccer’s home game against Southern Utah. Williams was named the Big Sky Conference Offensive MVP for the third season in a row on Oct. 31.
Chloe Williams may not love the spotlight, but the spotlight sure loves her Jeremy Burnham Reporter
EWU soccer’s senior forward Chloe Williams has had quite the year. In April, she became the first player in school history to participate in U.S. Soccer’s under23 training camp. Once school started, Williams broke the Big Sky Conference’s all-time scoring record and the BSC all-time goal record. She also just picked up her third consecutive BSC Offensive MVP. But what had her nervous on Tuesday, Oct. 24? Media availability day. A television reporter was on campus to get an interview with Williams and Chad Bodnar, EWU head coach. Williams brought along her teammate, senior midfielder Aimie Inthoulay, for moral support. “After four years of this, you would think you would be used to it by now,” said Bodnar jokingly. Once the TV interview started, Williams was quick to deflect
attention away from herself. When asked about her latest record, she complimented her teammates. Such behavior is not unusual for Williams. Her coach said she is always concerned about the good of the team before herself. “She celebrates just as hard when her teammates score as when she does,” said Bodnar on Oct. 13, after Williams tied the goal record. “It’s a huge credit to her.” While attention is not her favorite thing, she has done a lot to deserve it over the past four years. Williams has been on the All-BSC First Team each season, and was the conference’s player of the year in her sophomore and junior seasons. Her love for soccer started much earlier than she started collecting accolades. “I started playing soccer when I was five,” said Williams, “and since then it’s the only sport I’ve wanted to be a part of.”
Jeremy Burnham for The Easterner Chloe Williams poses with her family during Senior Day. Williams is one of four EWU players named to Big Sky Conference first-team, the most by any team in the conference.
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Williams’ parents, Larry and Eileen Williams, remember encouraging her to try out some other sports. “She always wanted to play soccer,” said Eileen. “Given the opportunity to play other sports, she always turned them down and said she wanted to play soccer … She just loves [it]. She always has.” “I did softball for one year in first grade,” said Williams, “But that was it. Soccer has really been all I wanted to do.” By the time she reached high school, Williams’ talent became evident. But her parents made sure she was always playing for the enjoyment of the game. “It had to be for fun,” said Larry Williams. “There was never any goal to drive this to a college opportunity. We would check to see if she was enjoying it. She said yes, so she kept playing.” Williams chose to go to school at EWU for the opportunity to play soccer, and the chance to stay close to home. “In my junior year of high school, I decided to come to Eastern,” said Williams. “I knew I wanted to play soccer in college, and I had an opportunity to come to a program close to home. It’s a place where I knew I could meet my goals, both athletically and academically.” Williams came to a EWU program in transition. The Eagles were coming off a 2013 season in which they finished 1-8 in BSC play. They had also just hired Bodnar as their new head coach. Bodnar and Williams brought improvement to the team immediately. In the 2014 season, the Eagles finished 5-5 in BSC play. Williams had 16 points, and was one of only two freshmen to make the AllBSC First Team. In her sophomore season, Williams emerged as a star for EWU, becoming the program’s first player to win a BSC Offensive MVP award. She led the Eagles in goals, assists and points. The team took a big leap forward, finishing with a BSC record of 6-2-2, while going 12-4-3 overall. They finished with the best record in program history and made the BSC tournament. While they lost in the first round, the program had taken a
big step in the right direction. Williams led the 2016 Eagles back to the conference tournament, and picked up her second BSC Offensive MVP. This time, they won the tournament, and advanced to the school’s first NCAA national tournament. Williams also moved within striking distance of Idaho State’s Amanda Ellsworth for both the scoring and goal records. Her strong performance in 2016 caught the attention of U.S. Soccer. The program invited her to attend the under-23 training camp this Spring. “It was a great experience,” said Williams. “It was something I wasn’t used to. The level of play was crazy. It was amazing. I was so happy to be able to be a part of that, and to see what it’s like playing at the next level.” The 2017 Eagles finished 8-1-1 in BSC play, winning their first regular season championship since 2004. Williams broke the goal record at Idaho State, on Ellsworth’s former home field. Winning the regular season title also means they will host the conference championship. They hosted the tournament last year, but only because the top seed, Idaho, did not have a field that met the conference’s standards. This year they earned it. The team now hopes to extend their season. Winning the BSC tournament would earn Williams and EWU another appearance at the NCAA tournament. Bodnar is grateful for Williams’ contributions, both on and off the field. “She’s been a special player for us for four years,” said Bodnar. “She’s created and scored a lot of goals for us. But Chloe is an even better person than she is a soccer player. We’re going to miss her when she’s done. She still has some playing to do though, and we hope to get her to another NCAA tournament.” What’s next for Williams after she graduates? “Nursing school,” said Williams. “I’m not sure where yet. I graduate in the spring, and then I’ll go from there.” •
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Sports 2017 Big Sky Women’s Soccer Championships Wednesday November 1 #3 Northern Colorado
Friday November 3
Sunday November 5
#2 Montana
#6 Sacramento State
#4 Portland State #5 Northern Arizona
2017 Tournament Champion
#1 Eastern Washington
Who ya got? Introducing the Big Sky tournament field Jeremy Burnham Reporter
#1 Eastern Washington EWU enters the tournament with a single conference loss on its resume, and none to any team in the field. They also have home field advantage, which could prove to be significant. In five conference home games, the Eagles have not allowed a single goal. Senior goalkeeper Emily Busselman has 13 saves and a 1.000 save percentage when playing at home in BSC play. Offensively, the Eagles are led by all-time BSC goal leader Chloe Williams. EWU has a remarkable mix of offense and defense. They lead the BSC in goals, and are tied for the fewest goals allowed. The Eagles will play their first game on Friday, Nov. 3. at 1 p.m., against the winner of the Portland State vs. Northern Arizona match. The Easterner predicts: Look for the Eagles’ offense to overwhelm PSU or NAU in the semi-finals, and to win a close match against UM in the finals.
#4 Portland State Though PSU started BSC play with a record of 4-1, they have only won once in their last five games. They have been outscored 8-3 in that stretch. In their 3-0 loss to EWU on Oct. 13, they were outshot 25-2. They ended the season with two home losses and a tie on the road against Montana. They open tournament play on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m., against Northern Arizona, in their first neutral game of the season. The Easterner predicts: The Easterner expects PSU to lose in the first round. While they did defeat NAU on Oct. 6, that was during the first half of the season, and they have struggled mightily in Big Sky play since then.
#2 Montana When UM last visited Cheney, they had a self-goal less than a minute into the game. After that mistake, the two teams played 89 minutes of scoreless soccer. They held EWU to one shot on goal, and are the only team in the tournament to outshoot the Eagles in a game. The Grizzlies went 5-2-3 in BSC play. Offensively, UM is led by freshman forward Alexa Coyle, who had three goals and five assists in the regular season. A well-coached team by Mark Plakorus, the Grizzlies look to be EWU’s biggest challenge in the tournament. They open play on Friday, Nov. 3. at 10 a.m., against Northern Colorado or Sacramento State. The Easterner predicts: The Easterner expects UM’s semi-final match to be against Sacramento State. Expect Sacramento State to aim for overtime. The Grizzlies, however, will manage a goal in regulation to escape with the victory.
#5 Northern Arizona NAU opened the season as No. 2 in the BSC preseason polls. However, They have struggled more than expected. While they started conference play 3-1, they have just one win in their last six games. Freshman goalkeeper Taryn Benham has a lot to do with the Lumberjacks clinching a spot in the tournament, allowing one goal in NAU’s four wins in conference play. They open the tournament on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m., against Portland State. The Easterner predicts: NAU plays a PSU team that has also struggled down the stretch. Look for Benham’s play in goal to be the difference. If they beat PSU, they will face EWU in the semi-finals. The last time they faced EWU, they were outshot 16-5 in a 4-0 loss.
#3 Northern Colorado NCU qualified for the tournament because of their defense. They are tied with EWU and UM for fewest goals allowed in BSC play (6). Offensively, however, they have struggled. They are tied for last place in goals (8). Still, sophomore goalkeeper Madeline Burdick led the BSC in save percentage (.908), and tied with EWU’s Emily Busselman for most shutouts (6). The Bears’ first match is against Sacramento State on Wednesday, Nov. 1. at 10 a.m. The Easterner predicts: NCU takes on a Sacramento State team that led the conference in ties. This, mixed with the fact that the Bears are a low scoring team, poses a danger for NCU, as ties are decided by penalty kicks in tournament play. Look for Sacramento State to pull off the upset.
#6 Sacramento State Sacramento State remains the only BSC team to play EWU in Cheney this season and not lose. They held the Eagles scoreless in 110 minutes of play, the first of four ties for Sacramento State on on the season. At 3-3-4, they have been successful at forcing ties against the top teams in the conference. Freshman goalkeeper Aaliyah Fesili’s solid play provides her team with a chance to win each game. In tournament play, there are no ties. Their first game is against Northern Colorado on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m. The Easterner predicts: Sacramento State’s strategy of playing for overtime will get them past the first round. They will give UM everything they can handle, but The Easterner expects them to fall to Montana.