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Working hard? Or hardly working? Page 7: How alcohol use affects study abroad trips
HELP FOR HEALTH
Lafene Health Center extends resources to students affected by binge drinking
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Athletics Director Gene Taylor shares thoughts on player compensation Page 3
Wildcat Walk service sees decline in use Page 7
Gobble till you wobble: Thanksgiving ideas that won’t break the bank Page 8
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WAVES OF CHANGE Athletic Director Gene Taylor shares thoughts on player compensation DREW GALLOWAY THE COLLEGIAN
On Sept. 30, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill that will allow players to be compensated from their name, image and likeness starting in 2023. The bill is a piece in the pay-for-play debate, but it is not a pay-for-play law. “There has been so much talk about direct pay for play,” Kansas State Athletic Director Gene Taylor said. “This is the next iteration and the next logical step.” Taylor said the key issue in the bill is having a level playing field. “The best thing would be to come up with a legislation that would work for everyone,” Taylor said. “We can-
not have 50 different laws on the same issue.” Taylor said he would approve of a name, image and likeness bill in Kansas. “If we figure out something that is fair for the universities and for the athletes to have more money, I would be fine with [a bill in Kansas],” Taylor said. Not everyone in the Big 12 feels the same way. “The passage of SB206 will negatively impact the universities in California and will undermine the unique American collegiate model that has been an enormous source of opportunity for millions of young student-athletes and many millions of fans,” Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby said in a statement to media. Bowlsby said he believes
universities in California could become unstable and not successful with the law. “This bill creates great instability for the intercollegiate athletics programs at universities in California,” Bowlsby said. Bowlsby said he believes universities in California will have an unfair recruiting advantage compared to Big 12 universities. “The schools in our conference and those throughout the United States seek national recruiting and national competitive environment that can only be accomplished with fair and uniform rules and policies,” Bowlsby said. Taylor said he is not sure about how successful the bill will be because sponsorships for collegiate athletes could be tough to come by.
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“If it is just name, image and likeness, that affects very few athletes,” Taylor said. Another potential concern with the bill is Power Five conferences (Atlantic Coast Conference, Big 10, Big 12, Southeastern Conference and Pac-12) having a recruiting advantage over the smaller conferences because of the exposure. However, Taylor said he does not see that as a concern. “Power Five conference schools are more visible, so it could be an advantage,” Taylor said. “Group of Five communities are very supportive though so it might not be that big of an advantage.” Even those not directly involved in collegiate sports have an opinion on the matter. “I think it is okay for ath-
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The best thing would be to come up with a legislation that would work for everyone. We cannot have 50 different laws on the same issue. Gene Taylor
Athletics Director
Sustainability Club hosts first event to fight ‘fast fashion’ ANGELA SAWYER
Freshman wide receiver Joshua Youngblood makes a “WC” sign with his hands towards the crowd during K-State’s football game against West Virginia at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Nov. 16, 2019. The Wildcats lost to the Mountaineers with a final score of 24-20.
letes to get paid to a certain extent,” Matt Kennedy, freshman in finance, said. “They should be paid for their name, image or likeness, but
The Sustainability Club hosted its first event Tuesday in the K-State Student Union: Swap It, an event for students to exchange clothes. The event promoted sustainable fashion and tried to inspire people to move away from “fast fashion” — clothing that is made from cheap materials based off of current trends. The club encouraged students to drop off lightly used items and exchange them for something else, said Kaitlyn Smallfoot, the club’s co-president and junior in
mechanical engineering. “The whole point of this event was mostly to help prevent fast fashion and to really promote sustainable fashion,” Smallfoot said. “I think a big part of it is that I don’t really have the money to go and buy clothes all the time, and this is a great place to come and actually know they will find good pieces.” The event helped students develop good habits for the future. “Having sustainable habits while in college is something that is cheap and easier than people would think, and the habits that you make now can carry into your adult life,” said Agnes Aycock, club member and junior in hospitali-
ty management. “In college, it is definitely harder because you have limited funds. It takes more work and time to be sustainable. I think this is a really great way to not have to go out and buy new clothes and get something that won’t contribute to greenhouse gases.” The club hopes to make a positive impact during its first semester. “This is our first semester as a club so we kind of hit the ground running trying to get things rolling,” Smallfoot said. “This is our first big event that we attempted and basically we really wanted something that will get people involved and have people know that we are here.”
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Manhattan’s Pick Pink trash service does more than take out the garbage — it uses 10 percent of its profits to promote cancer research. Bryan Elsey developed Pick Pink with his twin brother Chris. He said he decided to pursue the idea after reading articles in the Wall Street Journal about start-ups like Uber. Elsey said the name comes from his familial connection to cancer.
“My wife’s lost both of her parents to cancer. My mom has cancer currently, and I think cancer just affects a lot of different people and so we thought, ‘Well, that’d be kind of a worthy cause,’ and that could kind of be our brand, if you will,” Elsey said. “And I don’t think people really care who picks up their trash as long as it gets picked up. And then, the company’s giving 10 percent of the profits to cancer research and [if] the service is the the same — well sure I’d do that.” Elsey said he thinks their
company is great because it is affordable and provides free recycling. Elsey said recycling helps keep costs down when it comes to dumping trash — and it’s environmentally friendly. “The less trash that you can have going to the landfill — it’s better for the environment and it’s economically better for the hauler too because ... it’s the weight that they’re getting charged for,” he said. “So, if you got a bunch of recyclables that can be recycled, and you don’t have to put those in the land-
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DRINKING CULTURE wednesday, november 20, 2019
Data shows a downward trend in alcohol violations by minors DREW GALLOWAY ZANDT DURHAM
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Riley County Police Department Director Dennis Butler said the number of minor in possession citations issued in October showed a decrease from last year. These citations cover possession, consumption, purchase or otherwise obtaining alcohol by a person under the age of 21. As a class C misdemeanor for people older than 18, it is punishable by a fine between $200 and $500, 40 hours of community service and completion of an educational program on the effects of alcohol. A person charged with a minor in possession could also have their driver’s license suspended 30 days for their first offense, 90 days for their second and a year for their third. “The Manhattan Municipal Court sets the fees associated with the offenses and ultimately Judge [Patrick] Caffey imposes the fines,” Captain Richard Fink said. “The RCPD has no say in what, if any, fines
are imposed.” Butler said he believes there is a reason minor in possession citations are going down. “I believe underage users are making better decisions about where they consume alcohol,” Butler said. “Based upon college enrollment numbers there are fewer underage adults living in Riley County.” On top of minor in possession charges, there could also be a false identification charge if the accused person uses a false form of identification. The consequences for a false identification charge can result in a fine of up to $100,000 in some cases or 7 to 23 months of jail time. Another potential charge is interference with a law enforcement officer, Butler said. “Fake IDs are part of the social norm in college, but it is really dumb and not worth the potential consequences if you get caught with one,” said Cameron Green, freshman in construction science and management.
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A requested criminal intelligence unit report shows the monthly average of alcohol violations by minors in Riley
HEALTH ZANDT DURHAM THE COLLEGIAN
People between the ages of 12 and 20 drink 11 percent of all alcohol consumed in the United States, according the the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2013, the same age range accounted for 119,000 emergency room
visits for alcohol-related conditions. Drunkenness isn’t alcohol’s only side effect. Shortterm side effects of binge drinking may include injuries, alcohol poisoning, unprotected or unwanted sex, impaired thinking and motor functions and death. According to the CDC, underage drinking can lead to
County has decreased since 2012. “I am not surprised that MIP citations have gone down in Riley County because students are realizing that if you drink in a public setting, you will likely get an MIP,” Green said. The month with the most citations in Riley County, according to the report dating back to 2012, is March. This coincides with a Manhattan tradition: Fake Patty’s Day. From 2018 to 2019, violations decreased by almost half. This could be influenced by weather — Fake Patty’s Day 2019 was considerably colder than 2018 with the temperature dipping down to the low 30’s. “Most citations are through police officer observations and help from business owners,” Butler said. Last Fake Patty’s Day, RCPD had the help of nine different police departments to reduce crimes. There were only 23 citations for a minor in possession on the non-holiday, down from 54 in 2018. “We are proactive in educating the community in advance of the event and the morning of Fake Patty’s Day
activities,” Butler said. So far in 2019, there have only been two months with more than 20 alcohol violations by minors: February and March. In 2018 there were five months with more than 20 violations by minors. “Most MIPs occur in and around areas with high concentrations of underaged adults,” Butler said. Another potential reason for the decrease is partnership between RCPD and businesses in Manhattan. “We have been working with several entities, including Aggieville bar owners, to self-police and take a more prominent role in preventing minors from obtaining alcohol,” Sgt. Daniel Bortnick said. The partnership with the businesses has dealt with alcohol beverage control laws. “We have worked with businesses to educate their employees regarding [alcohol beverage control] laws and how to manage service to legal consumers,” Butler said. Green has noticed a larger police presence in Aggieville on weekends. “Around 11 p.m., a lot of police officers walk around Aggieville and sometimes they
come into bars to potentially look for MIP citations,” Green said.
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AT K-STATE
While the legal drinking age is 21 in the United States, the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found 19 percent of respondents aged 12 to 20 admitted to drinking alcohol in the last 30 days. Until this semester, Kansas State required all students to take the Alcohol and Sexual Assault Prevention program on a yearly basis. In the 2018-19 academic year, 1.7 percent of the 2,444 new and incoming students under the age of 22
who completed ASAP’s Think About It program reported consuming alcohol daily and 11.2 percent reported often consumption. In the same year, 3.5 percent of the 8,731 returning students under the age of 22 who completed the Campus SaVE program reported consuming alcohol daily and 20.8 percent reported often consumption. “I think people drink underage because it is a societal norm in college,” Skylar Keaton, sophomore in business administration. “A lot of people drink because their friends do it or they are out meeting people and alcohol is almost always present in those situations.”
I believe underage users are making better decisions about where they consume alcohol. Dennis Butler RCPD Director
Lafene Health Center makes resources available to students affected by binge drinking worse grades, disrupted growth and development, abuse of other drugs and life-long effects such as memory problems. “I think that we are needing more and more prevention in the community,” said Jessica Blasi, Lafene Health Center’s alcohol and other drug education director. “Just so people are aware of those long-term effects, and I think a lot of that
has to do with understanding the population.” Connor McClain, junior in education, said he feels drinking culture is “shoved down our throats” in every branch of advertising. “Any movie or show that takes place in high school or college — there’s going to be booze,” McClain said. “When families go to football games,
everyone at the game is hammered. Kids see that, and they want to do that because it means they’re grown up and mature too.” Blasi said there are a variety of resources on campus for students whose health is affected by alcohol consumption. Lafene has doctors on staff that can talk about a student’s alcohol use.
If they believe the student is experiencing more than a dependency of alcohol, such as depression or anxiety, they can refer them to Counseling Services. Blasi offers educational courses on how alcohol and drug use affects the body and brain. To set up an appointment at Lafene you can go to their website or call 785-532-6544.
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ACROSS THE POND REBECCA VRBAS THE COLLEGIAN
Alcohol is a historically controversial substance in the United States. From the Prohibition movement, passing and repealing the 18th Amendment, the pendulum of public opinion has swung back and forth dramatically over the years. The United States is one of 11 countries boasting the highest minimum drinking age in the world, since it was increased from 18 to 21 by the National Mini-
mum Drinking Age Act of 1984. However, most other countries around the world have very different cultures surrounding alcohol consumption. “There’s a very different relationship with alcohol, especially in Europe, as opposed to the United States of American,” said Andrew Smith, professor of practice in journalism and director of the Collegian Media Group. “In the United States, drinking is an end in and of itself. In Europe, in particular, drinking is an addition to something else.” Smith began teaching an in-
Being drunk in public is considered very, very rude. Andrew Smith
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Wildcat Walk, a collaboration between the Office of Student Life and the K-State Police Department, has seen a significant decrease in use by Kansas State students, staff and faculty. In 2015, K-State police officers accompanied a member of the K-State community across campus as a part of Wildcat Walk 216 times. In 2018, that number dropped to 74. So far this year, Wildcat Walk has only been used 21 times. Lt. Bradli Millington, K-State Police support services coordinator, said usage varies from year to year. "ometimes there will be a
while where people really rely on it, and we'll be really busy with it, then it seems people will get more comfortable and it will suddenly drop off," Millington said. Millington said K-State Police receives more Wildcat Walk requests come in around the times when daylight doesn't last as long as well as around midterm and final exam times. "With finals coming up, people will be staying on campus later and later and we always see a trend of there being a spike in people needing us to be with them across campus, but then the number will typically flatten out again until the next time for exams," Millington said. Millington said a common misconception around Wildcat Walk is that it is only used when
ternational storytelling program abroad for students three years ago. Study abroad is a passion of his, Smith said, since he lived in the United Kingdom, France and Switzerland for a total of six years. Smith said far less “stumbling” takes place abroad than people might think, depending on where you are. “Particularly in western continental Europe, it is very bad form to be seen inebriated,” Smith said. “Being drunk in public is considered very, very rude.” Italy is a common study abroad destination for Kansas State students. Benjamin Adams, junior in accounting, studied abroad in Orvieto, Italy, last summer. Adams said his food and wine class was “amazing,” though he hated wine previously. “I learned a ton there,” Adams said. “I could actually appreciate the wine. And then we did the whole thing where you smell the wine, you taste the wine, you describe it, like, ‘Oh it’s so well balanced, and I taste notes of this,
and I smell notes of floral.’” Adams said he didn’t experience too much cultural shock in terms of alcohol, but did say that could have been because he was in a small town with a population that skews older. “In a smaller town, you know, the culture is probably a bit different, it’s not as impacted by globalization I would say,” said Joe Milostan, director of Education Abroad at K-State. “The type of city you’re in I think certainly impacts the kind of cultural experience you’re having. I don’t know if I can really speak to how that impacts drinking culture. I think the bigger thing impacting drinking culture would be access to other young people or other students.” Bailey Martin, senior in electrical engineering, spent five months last year studying in the Czech Republic, where she said casual drinking was common. “It just wasn’t as big of a deal,” Martin said. “There wasn’t like people who went crazy drinking quite as much, because drink-
International education or ‘just a party?’ ing was more normal. You didn’t accidentally drink too much as often. The Czech Republic especially is probably one of the heaviest drinking countries, but not in a bad way. They do a more casual drink-one-beer-a-day kind of thing.” Martin isn’t far from the mark. Data from World Bank found the Czech Republic has one of the highest volumes of alcohol consumption per person each year. Italy falls below the United States by this measure. Though the legal drinking age in the Czech Republic is technically 18, regulations are not strictly enforced, Martin said. “They don’t check, you could probably look like you’re 14,” Martin said. “They would only check in a grocery store, but not in a bar.” Martin turned 21 before she studied abroad in Europe. “I think it made it different for me when I went over there,” she said. “It wasn’t as much of a shock to see drinking everywhere because I had already been able
to go to Aggieville.” Milostan said besides pre-departure orientation, students receive special orientation upon arriving at the country that addresses its local cultural norms and laws. As the director of Education Abroad, Milostan said he sometimes gets feedback criticizing study abroad as “just a party.” “That happens here, you know,” Milostan said. “I would be surprised if alcohol usage really was that different.” Smith said though he has experienced a few times where students got more “raucous” than is culturally acceptable, he has never had to deal with a serious incident involving alcohol. Many students tend to be intimidated in an unfamiliar country, making them cautious about risky drinking, he said. “Generally students are fairly respectful, because pre-departure, we try to really emphasize their role representing the university, and they take that seriously,” Smith said.
Wildcat Walk service sees declining utilization it is dark, but in reality, it is used at any time of day. "It is a 24/7, 365 day service," Millington said. "It is really mostly used whenever someone might feel uncomfortable being on their own on campus, which could be in the middle of the afternoon or right after someone getting out of class, and that's really the whole point of us offering this service." Before Millington was the coordinator of K-State Police's support services, he used worked with Wildcat Walk as a bike officer. Millington said he appreciated meeting people and interacting with the K-State community as part of his job. "I would hop on my bike and ride over to them and have a conversation with them. I liked
having the contact with them and asking them 'How're you doing?' or 'Where're you from?,' and I would just usually ride by them and try to have the best contact with them I could have," Millington said. He said that usually Wildcat Walk escorts are done by unarmed K-State security officers, but users can request a police officer for a greater sense of security. Officers can walk or ride on bicycle with whomever requested the escort between areas on campus or up to two blocks off-campus. Wildcat Walk service can be requested by calling 785-395SAFE, through the LiveSafe app or by pushing one of the blue light emergency buttons found across campus.
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Students can request a Wildcat Walk escort through the LiveSafe app.
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When stepping into the theater to watch James Mangold’s “Ford vs. Ferrari” I wasn’t sure what to expect. Many movies of this genera are — simply put — not my thing. I’m not into cars, I’m not sporty and I know nothing about this real-life event. All that said, I’m glad I went. “Ford vs. Ferrari” brings something to the table for many of its viewers. “Ford vs. Ferrari” tells the true story of British driver Ken Miles, played by Christian Bale, as he rises to stardom in the 1966 24 hours of Le Mans race in France. Miles is part of a team trying to defeat Ferrari in the race with a Ford car. Miles was guided by his lifelong friend Carroll Shelby, played by Matt Damon, and this movie shows both the relationship between these men as well as the changes that occur throughout their lives.
The brilliance of this movie is in the relationships that is built between its main characters and the interactions they share with the less important roles. Bale and Damon show an excellent ability to blend into their roles, allowing the viewer to believe the actions of each character. Miles is difficult, but because of his redeeming relationships with his son and wife, viewers aren't entirely frustrated by his attitude. The film shows us that, although he doesn’t fit into the norm, he possesses outstanding qualities aside from his faults. In short — it works. I can not attest to the accuracy of the driving, but I was impressed by the cinematography of the scenes in the car. My first impression when it comes to a racing movie is that the scenes in the car might get repetitive. This isn’t the case. What works well is not that the shots are all different, but that the shots made in the car
have meaning. For example, during the movie they often show a gauge that pushes the limits of the car. In the movie we learn that that gauge can’t be pushed passed a certain point for too long without the car breaking down. Since we've learned this, we feel suspense as we watch the gage nearing its breaking point. The cinematography also showed its strengths in close ups of people, showing active backgrounds that felt authentic to the time and details that helped build the story. I was never bored watching the movie and many times felt completely immersed in this experience, even though its not entirely relatable to most people. I was left wondering whether or not this movie does anything new for the inspirational sport genre. For me the answer is both yes and no. The structure of this movie feels like it follows a specific
formula. The plot isn’t anything crazy: an underdog narrative we all have gotten used to. What is different than most of the inspirational sport movies is the exceptional quality behind the sound design, acting and filming. I was invested in the story because so many parts of this film sold it. If you're on the fence about this film, you should investigate it. This film sets a high standard for inspirational sport movies and possesses you to learn more about the story they told. It presents a level of acting I haven’t seen in a long time and gives the viewer something to be inspired about. Abigail Compton is the multimedia editor for the Collegian and a senior in fine arts. The views and opinions expressed in this column are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Collegian. Please send comments to opinion@ kstatecollegian.com.
It’s always fun to bring out the elaborate place mats, purchase turkey shaped cookies and put the big cornucopia in the center of the table, but removing them is an easy way to save. Skip the decorations and soak in the people sitting on each side of you. Let good conversation, laughter and delicious desserts take the place of a fancy setting. Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, and making ourselves aware of the good things in our lives. It only seems right to take the cheaper route, not stress about money, and focus on the many non-material things around us worth celebrating. Anna Schmidt is a sophomore in mass communications. The views and opinions expressed in this column are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Collegian. Please send comments to opinion@ kstatecollegian.com.
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While the pilgrims of 1621 who celebrated the first thanksgiving went the traditional route in their meal choices, we don’t have to. It’s 2019 and the possibilities are endless. There are so many non-traditional thanksgiving meal ideas that not only save you money, but also have the potential to add a flare to your dinner. The average Thanksgiving turkey costs around $22. Add the elaborate pies and stuffing’s to that and the cost only steepens. When you consider a themed meal, you can avoid the hefty price of a turkey as the main dish. Ideas for these alternative meals may include an Italian option, where you can cook up a delicious pasta dish for your main course at around a fraction of the cost. Or, if you’re wanting to go even more modern, American party foods is a fun alternative. Homemade wings and sliders are an entree option
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If you’re the planner in the group, it can be easy to look at what needs to be done to put on a successful dinner and simply do it. However, most of the time everyone wants to chip in, they just need direction. Sit down, make a plan and assign different dishes or festive decoration purchases to each friend or family member. This takes the financial burden off of you, and leaves you spending $10 on a single dish, rather than $100 on an
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that can be made at around half of the price of a turkey.
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Pumpkin pie is a traditional Thanksgiving favorite. The K-State Dining Centers had Thanksgiving dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
Thanksgiving is one of America’s most prized holidays. It signals the nearness of the Christmas season with another excuse to eat good food, take off work and spend time with people we love. However, with the growing trend of “Friendsgiving” celebrations, along with meet ups with both maternal and paternal sides of the family, the humble holiday can get quite costly. While a fancy Thanksgiving meal is always nice, Black Friday and weeks of Christmas shopping are just around the corner and college students are already in a bit of a bind in the money
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department. Here are some ways to experience a full Thanksgiving celebration without breaking the bank.
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Gobble till you wobble: Thanksgiving ideas that won’t break the bank
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