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What happened to Hale: Updates on fire damage, fall library services DENE DRYDEN
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On May 22, a fire started on Hale Library’s roof, resulting in fire, smoke and water damage throughout the building. This fall, Hale will not be open as it undergoes cleaning and restoration. The 220 public computers, 1,600 seats and millions of print materials will not be available to Kansas State students and faculty until December 2019, when Hale is expected to be open to the public again. Until then, K-Staters will have to find alternatives for book rental, study spaces and public computer access.
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Fire crews responded to a roof fire at Hale Library around 4 p.m. on May 22. K-State Alerts notified students later that afternoon, stating the building had been evacuated and people should stay clear of the area. The Manhattan Mercury and other news sources later reported the accidental fire was caused by roofing work. The area that sustained the most damage was the Historic Farrell Library in the northwest section of the building, which was originally built in 1927, said Lori Goetsch, dean of Hale Library, on June 4. That northwest corner of the building also includes the Great Room on the third floor, the Information Technology Center and Media Develop-
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The exterior of Hale Library on July 25. Fences and construction vehicles surrounded the building’s entrances after the fire on May 22. ment Center. The actual fire damage was contained to the roof, but the rest of Hale’s 500,000 square feet of space was impacted by smoke and water damage. Goetsch said about 400,000 gallons of water were pumped into Hale Library to quench the flames. Michael Haddock, associate dean for research, education and engagement at Hale Library, said on June 25 that Hale rests on a slight slope toward Mid-Campus Drive, so that is how the water traveled
from the northwest corner of the building to the eastern sections. Over the summer, Belfor Property Restoration had 200 staff on site to remove wet ceiling tiles and drywall, remove furniture from the building and transport books to facilities near Manhattan Regional Airport and Fort Worth, Texas, for cleaning and restoration. Haddock said on July 23 that, at that time, 60,000 boxes of wet and dry materials had been removed from Hale Library.
ROAD TO RECOVERY
First floor renovations were scheduled to be done over the summer, but now those improvements will be rolled into an overall plan for restoring Hale Library. Haddock said on July 23 that, in the week prior, library staff started meeting with PVAG Architects to assess the building’s condition and start plans for renovation.
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Editors’ letter: Revamping storytelling by students, for students RAFAEL GARCIA DENE DRYDEN RACHEL HOGAN THE COLLEGIAN
Wildcats, The Collegian welcomes some of you back for another semester at Kansas State! For others, we welcome you to your first semester here. For more than one hundred years, the Collegian has served as the independent voice for the K-State student body. We’re a news service by students and for students, committed to telling our collective story in the best way we can. Media is no longer a one-way platform. Gone are the days of newspapers and media companies dictating the conversation, acting as gatekeepers of information. This change, by and large, is a great thing, but as an industry
we have been slow to adapt. The Collegian will now embrace that change and seek to build conversations between readers and ourselves. We want to be accessible to you. We want to build lines of dialogue so you can tell us what you want to read and know. Conversely, we can let you know about the stories that perhaps might have slipped under your radar and help you understand the more subtle issues that affect you as a student. As always, our lines of communication are open for your feedback, news tips, suggestions, compliments, ideas, jokes — whatever it is you want to talk about, we’re here to listen. If you have news to share with us, email news@kstatecollegian.com or fill out the form at kstatecollegian.com/ contact/submit-news.
Got a letter to the editor to send in? Email it to letter@ kstatecollegian.com or use the form at kstatecollegian.com/ contact/letter-editor. When in doubt, stop by our newsroom at Kedzie Hall 116, where you can speak to an editor about a question, comment or concern. You can also contact us on Facebook, Twitter or by phone at 785370-6356 and by email at collegian@kstatecollegian.com. Of course, K-State is nothing if not a family, and we want to be sure we capture the myriad of perspectives and voices in a family as large as K-State’s. For that reason, we have retooled our Opinion desk to now be the Community desk, headed by senior Kyle Hampel and junior Olivia Rogers, to seek out new perspectives and create a platform for student input on life at K-State. They will host
Q&As, solicit and edit opinion columns from the student body and write columns of their own. While most opinion columns published in the Collegian are representative of the author’s opinions and are not the official standpoint of the Collegian, from time to time, the Collegian’s editorial board may decide that an issue is important enough to the student body to warrant an official stance on our part. Whenever the editorial board issues such an opinion, these will be referred to as editorial and the byline will be The Collegian Editorial Board. It’s important to note that the Collegian separates the editorial board from our newsgathering side. That means that in our effort to remain unbiased in our news reporting, no reporters will play any role in creating editorials, and our
editorial board members will not report on issues on which they take a stance. This semester, we’ve also added a Culture desk, headed by junior Katelin Woods and senior Macy Davis. This desk will be charged with covering anything and everything relating to K-State’s vibrant and thriving culture. If you have a passion for writing, photography, graphic design, editing or anything related to journalism, come stop by the newsroom! We always invite writers, photographers and other talented students to work for and collaborate with us. Every assignment is paid. If you would like to contribute to the Collegian, stop by the newsroom, contact an editor or fill out a form at collegianmedia.com/join/apply. We do not hide the fact that the newspaper industry has struggled massively in the
past decade or so. For our staffers majoring in journalism, the future holds a feeling of uncertainty, and we can’t know what the industry will look like in even five years. But we also look at this uncertainty with a sense of optimism and excitement. In essence, our mission is to tell stories, in whatever medium we can. At a place like K-State, there will always be a story to tell, as well a community eager to hear it. No organization is better positioned to write about K-State like the Collegian, because as a newspaper staffed by and ran by students, we live these stories every day. For that reason, we see an opportunity to pave our path to be K-State’s best storytellers, and we invite you to join us in that journey. Have a great fall semester, Wildcats!
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While you were gone: Manhattan summer news briefs RACHEL HOGAN THE COLLEGIAN
TUITION
Tuition at Kansas State increased by 1.1 percent. As previously reported by the Collegian, this increase is the smallest spike among all public universities in the state and the lowest requested by the university since 1989. Under the new rates, students who are Kansas citizens will see their semesterly tuition step up by $53.10 on average, while out-of-state tuition will jump by $130.05.
SMOKING
The university enacted a complete ban of smoking on campus. The policy, which went into effect June 1, prohibits students, faculty and staff from using cigarettes, vaporizers, cigars, pipes and other similar devices while on campus except for when inside enclosed personal vehicles. Like similar policies at other Kansas universities, the ban will be “self-enforced.” Noncompli-
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There are also historical preservation specialists and art restorers on site who are attempting to preserve the library’s murals, Haddock said. “We are seeing some damage on the murals,” Haddock said. “The wall behind is plaster, and so they’ve got to dry it out really slow with the right humidity, which they’ve been trying to do. We hope no pieces of the wall have fallen off or anything yet. We have them working in there on the murals, trying to save them.” At the time of the fire, other K-State services were disrupted, most noticeably the university’s IT Services, which were housed in Hale. For several days, campus internet and some university websites were inaccessible. According to K-State’s Hale Library Recov-
ant students will be held responsible under the Student Code of Conduct, while faculty and staff may be subject to disciplinary action.
BUSINESS
Several new businesses opened their doors to the Manhattan public. Off of Poyntz Avenue, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers opened June 12, while Old Navy opened in May. In the same area, Ross and Manhattan’s second Panera will also open in the near future. El Patron Restaurant and Cantina and a cocktail lounge called Pool House held their grand openings downtown in June.
AGGIEVILLE
The city reached out to the public for input on the Aggieville Community Vision Plan with an online survey. The questionnaire, which offers more information on the initiative online, can be accessed at AggievilleVision.com. It will be available through Aug. 31. ery Plan webpage, 95 percent of IT systems and services are now available. Electrical power was restored to the Data Center in Hale on June 18, according to that same webpage. Now, the IT Help Desk and other IT services are located in Cats’ Den on the second floor of the K-State Student Union. Haddock said on July 23 that the target date for Hale to reopen will be December 2019, but he also said the first floor might be done by August 2019. At this time, the cost of repair and restoration has not been determined.
IN THE MEANTIME
K-State students, faculty and staff can still access K-State Libraries’ online resources. Haddock said those materials were not affected by the fire because they are digital, and K-State has access to 90,000 electronic journals. The 800 editions of
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Anderson Hall and the grand lawn open up to the rest of campus as the sun sets on Aug. 9, 2016. Formally known as the Main Campus Building or the Practical Agriculture Building when the campus was known as Kansas State Agricultural College, Anderson Hall was named in honor of former university president John A. Anderson, who served from 1873 to 1879.
We hope no pieces of the wall have fallen off or anything yet. Michael Haddock ASSOCIATE DEAN print-only periodicals that K-State receives, Haddock said, will be available in the Math/Physics Library in Cardwell Hall. The library’s help desk is now located at the information desk in the Student Union on the first floor of the building. There, Haddock said, students can get help with interlibrary loan, class reserves pick-up and more. “The main thing with in-
terlibrary loan is we can get it — we can get stuff fairly quickly for people — but you can’t come in the night before the assignment’s due,” Haddock said. K-State Libraries’ branch locations (Weigel Library in Seaton Hall, Math/Physics Library in Cardwell and Veterinary Medical Library in Trotter Hall) are also fully operational, according to K-State Libraries’ website. IT Services are also located
in the Union in Cats’ Den on the second floor. The Media Development Center, is located in Seaton 1. Resources that Hale provided like public computers, printing and study spaces can be found at other locations across campus. On-campus computing labs can be found in the Union, Seaton Hall, Dickens Hall and the Business Administration Building. Print stations exist at each of these locations, and color printing is available in Weigel Library. According to the Aug. 8 K-State Today announcement, students will have $20 for printing in the fall semester. Haddock said in July that Goetsch and Rebecca Gould, director of the Information Technology Assistance Center, are putting together a list of places to study on campus for students to use. Now, that list of study spaces can be found at k-state.edu/maps. Haddock said, howev-
er, the problem is none of the spaces are very big. “It at least gives students a choice, and they’re figuring out where they’ll have print stations in some of them,” Haddock said. A fund to support Hale Library’s restoration called “Help for Hale” can be found on the KSU Foundation’s website. K-State Libraries is also documenting the journey of Hale and its staff through blog posts on K-State’s website.
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Safe Zone program trains faculty, students to help others in need DENE DRYDEN
THE COLLEGIAN
When walking through a dorm hallway or by a Kansas State faculty member’s office, it is not uncommon to see purple decorations. But one particular purple symbol — a circle with illustrated hills in shades of violet, reading “SAFE ZONE, Open Minds. Open Doors.” — signifies that person is part of the Safe Zone program at K-State. According to Safe Zone’s webpage, the program is designed to “create allies for oppressed, marginalized and silenced groups.” Kodee Walls, staff psychologist for Counseling Services and Safe Zone program coordinator, said K-State’s Safe Zone program started in the ‘80s as a collaboration between Counseling Services and the Women’s Center (now known as the
Center for Advocacy, Response and Education) to develop and create allies for the LGBTQ community. “That’s actually pretty consistent with what Safe Zone programs across the country and at universities look like,” Walls said. Walls said Safe Zone’s programming fell under the umbrella for the Campaign for Nonviolence at K-State, and the program’s focus changed in the early 2000s. “It shifted to try to be more inclusive to all marginalized and oppressed minorities in the population,” Walls said. “So that it wasn’t just queer folks but also racial-ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, even international students coming to the states who maybe don’t have as many opportunities.” Safe Zone aligns well with the Principles of Community, Walls said, and Safe Zone’s goal
is to create a safe place for all people at K-State. “It’s really easy being
members of dominant culture, like this is a predominantly white campus, so when we go
to class and we see people who look like us, we don’t inherently feel misunderstood or unsafe,” Walls said. “But that might be the experience for students of color. When we don’t have to worry about holding hands with our partner on campus, we may feel safer versus maybe a lesbian or gay couple who don’t feel comfortable showing that type of interaction.” Walls said increased awareness of the issues faced by those of marginalized identities can change campus’ community culture to allow everyone to feel safe. Safe Zone operates as a network of allies who have attended the program’s Basic Ally Training, which Walls said covers a lot of broad content, including power dynamics, privilege and oppression, social justice and introductions to partner offices that can be resources for allies themselves or
can be places for allies to direct students in need of additional support. Safe Zone’s partner offices include the Student Access Center, International Student and Scholar Services, Office of Student Life, LGBT Resource Center and the CARE Office. These offices also offer advanced training sessions for Safe Zone allies on particular topics and issues that affect certain groups of people, like people with disabilities, veterans and transgender and gender queer individuals. “So if you have an area that you’re not quite confident about your understanding, you can go to presentations for more details, and they all sort of align with what the basic ally training starts with,” Walls said.
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Practical uses for the Wabash Cannonball dance KATIE MESSERLA THE COLLEGIAN
Whether at Wildcat Warmup, Traditions Training or your first K-State sporting event, undoubtedly sometime during your years at K-State you will be tasked with learning and performing the Wabash Cannonball. While this K-State tradition is often a game-changer during sporting events, it can also be used in many real world applications.
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At the basic training, allies are given stickers and buttons that display the Safe Zone logo so they can show their students and peers that they are part of the program. When people come to a Safe Zone ally for help, Walls said the main role of an ally is to listen and refer them to the service that best fits their concerns. “It’s really easy to get into a helping relationship and get way over our head,” Walls said. “The basic thing is to listen and refer. ... It’s not the ally’s job to justify, defend or investigate something; it’s sort of to be with the person as they need it.”
1. GET THE WABASHBOARD ABS OF YOUR DREAMS
If your normal workouts aren’t harboring the desired results, try the School Spirit Wabash Workout (Patent Pending). This application is one of the most popular, as it has helped thousands meet their fitness goals. Once you get to the point that simply Wabash-ing is too easy, feel free to add in weights. Start small and gradually get heavier. Some easy household items to use as weights include: textbooks, Phil the Bobcat or a
Walls added that training attendees do not have to become Safe Zone allies. ”You can just come [to trainings] because it’s important for you to maybe be introduced to some of these ideas and concepts that students in a class might be talking about, for faculty and staff,” Walls said. “With students specifically, I think it’s a great resource to have the knowledge of how to refer your friends or your roommate or your classmate or whatever if you know something is coming up for them that relates to one of their identities that are non-dominant.” Lindsay Kubina, access adviser and outreach coordinator for the Student Access Center, said she has facilitated advanced trainings with Safe Zone on how to interact with
sousaphone. But seriously, get creative!
2. SHOWING YOU ABSOLUTELY UNDERSTAND SOMETHING
Why nod your head or say “I understand” when you could nod your entire body? The best way to convey agreement or comprehension is by showing it in as aggressive a way as possible. This application is simple: when you understand or agree, simply Wabash while keeping your arms at your side.
3. MIXING A SALAD
As most of us know, the dressing is the least healthy part of most salads. If a salad is more evenly mixed there will be fewer clumps, and you can use less dressing. Healthy! This application is simple: build your salad as desired, leaving space on top to allow movement. Hold the salad container firmly in front of you, and proceed to Wabash until the salad is mixed thoroughly. What’s important is to remember to put a lid on the salad container before you begin to Wabash.
You don’t know what student is going to walk through the door ... Kodee Walls
PSYCHOLOGIST people with disabilities and intersectionality, which is the idea that people with multiple marginalized identities do not suffer identity-based injustice with one isolated identity. “The intersectionality presentation focused on working with fibers of sexual assault, sexual trauma, stalking,
harassment, to consider that there may be different backgrounds there,” Kubina said. “So you may have a person who is an international student who also has a disability, so there’s different things to keep in mind.” Kubina said her advice for potential or current Safe
4. A GREAT CONVERSATION STARTER
5. THE MATING CALL OF THE CENTURY
It can be tough meeting new friends in college, but this application of the Wabash Cannonball is sure to unlock some riveting conversation. Determine the individual you want to get to know, make eye contact and begin Wabashing. Be sure to maintain eye contact the entire time in order to form an unspoken connection. They’re sure to start up a conversation after that!
Zone allies is to attend as many trainings as possible. “You don’t know what student is going to walk through the door, what kind of issues they might be having, and it can be really helpful to have a diverse amount of trainings — not that you’d be expected to directly help that student with that specific problem, but to know the resources that are available,” Kubina said. More information about the Safe Zone program, including dates for basic and advanced training sessions, can be found at k-state.edu/ safezone.
Show those attractive K-Staters that you’re one cool (Wild) cat. Walk up to the person you are trying to impress and Wabash to your heart’s content. If you can memorize the Johnny Cash lyrics, feel free to spice it up by serenading your sweetie. A serenade with choreographed dance is always sure to impress. Welcome back, Wildcats! This is one of the many lessons from college you’ll be able to use for the rest of your life.
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OPINION: College advice for incoming university freshmen MONICA DIAZ
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Upon entering my first year of college, I had no clue what to expect. I was an out-of-state, first-generation college student. How was I going to pay for college? What classes was I going to take? How would I make friends? The questions grew day by day, but when I stepped on campus for the first time, it all made sense. I wasn’t entering college with all the answers, but I was entering with an open mind. For some of you, you may be a first-generation college student. Some of you may have been raised in purple and surrounded by Kansas State your whole life. Whatever the circumstance is, this opportunity is completely yours. As a current junior at K-State, I think I have figured out this university, so now I impart my wisdom to you, the class of 2022.
1. BE OPEN-MINDED
For many, you are going to be introduced to new ideas, new people and a whole new environment. Whether you were raised in a big city or a small town, you will experience so many new things. My freshman year, I lived in the residence halls and was exposed to people from all walks of life. I switched roommates, I joined Greek life and
I found my best friend within the span of two months. I was going through so many changes and felt like I couldn’t keep up with it all, but I decided to remain open-minded. I’m telling you this so you understand that you will face many new obstacles, both good and bad, but you must be adaptable and prepared for these new opportunities.
2. GET INVOLVED
Yes, the residence halls are wonderful, and eating at the Derby Dining Center with your floor mates is exciting, but you also need to branch out. Write a list of activities you like or want to try out. Attend a career fair at K-State. Go to different organizations and meet new people. My first semester, I wanted to meet people who wanted to challenge themselves academically and wanted to make memories of a lifetime. I got involved in great organizations and made amazing friends. I joined a sorority, got involved with campus leadership positions and started doing undergraduate research. I think it’s important you also understand that it is OK to say no. Not every organization is for you and that is okay. Whatever you do, I encourage you to get involved your freshman year.
3. APPRECIATE MANHATTAN AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER
In the midst of all your
studying, you need to take time and pause. During this time, I encourage you to explore everything Manhattan has to offer. Go to the football games and cheer on the Wildcats. Eat all the free food that you can get around the Student Union. Drive up to Manhattan Hill with your friends and share stories over half-price drinks from the Sonic Drive-In. Find a place to volunteer and serve the community. Search for the perfect coffee shop so you can study there on any given night. Hike through the Konza Prairie to watch the sunrise with your friends from your residence hall. Hammock at Tuttle Creek and have a bonfire with old and new friends. Whatever you decide to do, appreciate your four years in the place that will capture your heart forever. As you begin this new journey, I encourage you to fully experience all that K-State has to offer. You have the power to change a generation and make a name for yourself, so pursue the life you want and don’t look back. Monica Diaz is the social media editor for the Collegian and a junior in mass communications. 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.
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New admins fill roles of provost, ag dean, Union head GIBSON COMBS THE COLLEGIAN
Charles Taber will take over as provost and executive vice president after April Mason’s resignation on Aug. 15. In a release from K-State News, university president Richard Myers said Taber will also work on strategic enrollment management and budget modernization. “I will work in three main areas to improve the financial position of KSU,” Taber said via email. “(1) There are steps all universities must take to improve efficiency and effectiveness in administration, including assessing and revising budget processes; (2) we must be tireless in making the case for the value of higher education as a public good that deserves more public support; and (3) we must explore new sources of
revenue, including increased research funding and philanthropy. I have many ideas in these areas, but I also can’t wait to talk with KSU students, faculty and staff to hear what they are thinking.” As chief academic officer, Taber will be, in addition to serving as an advisor to Myers and serving as CEO in his absence, responsible for K-State’s academic priorities. According to the news release, this will include remodeling academic programs, academic planning, resource allocation and curriculum design. He will “focus on the quality of teaching and learning; providing global perspective and strategic direction to successfully manage operating budgets; and enhance the quality of the student experience at all levels.” Since 2013, Taber served as vice provost for graduate and professional education and
dean of the Graduate School at Stony Brook University in New York. He said that in the past he has “led several administrative innovations, including a new budget process and a new enrollment management process.” He has also worked as a professor and instructor in political science. “I have been a college professor for 29 years and an administrator for the last 10 of those years, and I absolutely love what I do!” Taber said. “I have served as Dean of the Graduate School, Dean of the School for Professional Development, and Interim Provost at my previous institution, Stony Brook University. I have broad experience with many different approaches to education, including online education, experiential education and teamtaught learning communities.” Taber said K-State, like other universities, is a complex
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community of people who hold their beliefs very strongly. For that reason, he said his political science expertise comes into play a lot as an administrator. “We have an opportunity to broaden perspectives by bringing people with different views together in challenging, supportive, inclusive environments,” Taber said. “I believe this is critical if our university is to truly be the engine of opportunity that we want it to be.” Corey Williamson, on Sept. 10, will become the new executive director of the K-State Student Union. According to a news article from the Student Union, Williamson gained years of experience managing and operating student unions at three other universities. After graduating from K-State with a master’s degree, Williamson worked as the co-
ordinator of operations at the University of Akron Student Union. In 2010, he became the associate director of programs of the Joe Crowley Student Union at the University of Nevada, Reno. Currently, Williamson serves as the associate director/interim director of the Iowa State University Memorial Union, where he works on departmental assessment initiatives, project management, technology services, as well as on annual capital renewal and budget planning. At Iowa State he also serves as the Black Faculty and Staff chair and co-chairs its Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion committee. “Corey is coming to our university with significant student union experience and a demonstrated understanding of what it takes to continue the momentum created by our current administration,” Pat
Bosco, vice president of student life, said in the Student Union’s news release. “We are incredibly fortunate to attract this K-State graduate and former student leader to our university community.” The current student union director, Bill Smirga, will retire on Sept. 10. “I am excited about the opportunity to return to the campus living room where I discovered my passion for the student union profession,” Williamson said in the news release. “As true for many of my fellow Wildcats, the K-State Student Union served as my connection to the Kansas State University community and played a critical role in my development as a student.”
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The MHK Dictionary: Your guide to K-State’s local vocabulary KYLE HAMPEL
THE COLLEGIAN
Aggieville (n) - A business district famous for its bars, restaurants and night life. Located southeast of the Kansas State campus, Aggieville is named after K-State’s former school mascot, the Aggie. Ex: “There aren’t many Aggies in Aggieville anymore, but there sure is a lot of beer.” Bill Snyder (n) - The K-State football team’s head coach since 1989 (minus a break from 2005 to 2008). Snyder will be turning 79 years old on Oct. 7, and he has received national awards for his coaching career. He is typically seen on game days wearing a purple windbreaker jacket and his iconic glasses. Ex: “Abraham Lincoln was a great leader and all, but he was no Bill Snyder.” Bluemont (n) - In general usage, refers to one of four possible locations: 1. Bluemont Hall, a building on the east side of the Manhattan campus, home to the College of Education and the Department of Psychology. 2. Bluemont Avenue, a major street running through the east side of town to connect Anderson Avenue and Tuttle Creek Boulevard. 3. Bluemont Hotel, a local hotel located near Aggieville at the corner of Bluemont Avenue and North Manhattan Avenue. 4. Bluemont Hill, the proper name of a location colloquially referred to as Manhattan Hill (see entry for “Manhattan Hill”). The Chant (n) - Also referred to as the vulgar chant or the KU chant. A rhythmic chanting of the words “f*** KU” that has been denounced by K-State figureheads for years. Most commonly seen at sporting events, particularly when the song “Sandstorm” by Darude is played during basket-
ball games. Ex: “Am I a bad person if I practiced the chant in the car today?” Dodo (n) - A colloquial insult referring to the Jayhawk, the mascot of the University of Kansas. In real life, the dodo was a flightless bird that was hunted to extinction in 1662. Ex: “I might have gotten a D on that quiz, but at least I don’t cheer for a red and blue dodo.” GWSS, or Gee-Whiz (n) - The acronym for the Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies Department at K-State. Commonly pronounced out loud as “gee-whiz.” Ex: “Gee-whiz, this GWSS class is harder than I expected.” Johnny Kaw (n) - A local legend that was created in 1955 by George Filinger, professor of horticulture at K-State. Kaw supposedly carved the landscape of Manhattan and invented sunflowers. There is a 24-foot-tall statue of Kaw in City Park. Various things in Manhattan are named after him, most notably Johnny Kaw’s Yard Bar, a bar in Aggieville sometimes affectionately referred to as “Kaw’s.” Ex: “That guy’s so buff, he makes Johnny Kaw look tiny.” K-State Family (n) - A term often used by university officials and marketing materials to encourage K-State students to treat one another with respect and show support in times of need, as if the student body was one big family. Ex: “I’m glad the K-State Family’s got my back no matter what my semester grades look like.” KSUnite (n) - A university event that occurred on Nov. 14, 2017. All classes were canceled in the afternoon, and a rally was held on the lawn of Anderson Hall to promote unity and diversity among the student body. 2017 saw the university
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Ever wondered what this was all about? Look no further than the first edition of the MHK Dictionary. enduring increased scrutiny due to a number of incidents in Manhattan that were perceived as racist or hurtful, and KSUnite was a response to said incidents. Ex: “I wish they’d cancel classes on my birthday like they did for KSUnite.” K.U. (n) - An acronym referring to the University of Kansas. Presumably, “UK” is not used due to its association with the University of Kentucky. KU and K-State are in-state rival schools, particularly when it comes to sporting events. Ex: “I’d rather put pineapple on my pizza than go to school at KU.” Lawrence (n) - A city located in northeastern Kansas that serves as the home of the University of Kansas. The famous Massachusetts Street runs through the east side of Lawrence and boasts an impressive number of businesses and attractions. Ex: “I’d love going to Lawrence if it wasn’t for all the KU fans.” The Library (n) - In general usage, refers to one of three
possible locations: 1. Hale Library, the largest library at K-State located in the center of the Manhattan campus. 2. Manhattan Public Library, the city library located on Poyntz Avenue in the southeast part of town. 3. The Library, a liquor store with a cheeky name located on the southern edge of Aggieville. Manhattan Hill (n) The colloquial name for Bluemont Hill. Located off Ehlers Road on Bluemont Drive in the northeast part of town, this scenic destination has picnic tables and walking paths, but it’s most famous for the giant white letters spelling out “MANHATTAN” visible from Tuttle Creek Boulevard. Ex: “This restaurant smells, let’s go eat our chicken nuggets on Manhattan Hill.” Pat Bosco (n) - The vice president for student life and dean of students at K-State. Often considered the “face” of the university, Bosco is a common sight at orientation ceremonies and major school events. He is typically seen in
a black suit with a purple tie, and his distinctive nose is hard to miss. Ex: “Pat Bosco high fived me today. I felt like a legend.” Richard Myers (n) The president of K-State since 2016. Myers is a retired Air Force general who served as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (the U.S. president’s highest-ranking military adviser) under former president George W. Bush. He is a native Kansan who graduated from K-State in 1965, and he can be identified by his stern face and white hair. Ex: “I’d feel so important if I could eat some pizza with Richard Myers.” Top of the World (n) - A nontraditional park with walking trails and a view of the city. Located off Seth Child Road on Top of the World Drive in the northwest part of town, Top of the World is good for a nature walk during the day and stargazing at night. Ex: “The Top of the World isn’t nearly as tall as the name would suggest, but I do like the fireflies.”
Varney’s (n) - A store in Aggieville that was permanently closed in 2016 after 126 years of business. Varney’s sold textbooks, art supplies and K-State merchandise. The building it used to occupy is currently home to Rally House, a sportswear and K-State merchandise store. Ex: “The lines at this book store are so long. I miss Varney’s.” Wabashing (v) - The traditional dance of the Manhattan people. Named after one of K-State’s school songs, “The Wabash Cannonball,” this rhythmic thrusting of one’s upper body is most often seen at sporting events. Ex: “I bet I could wabash on top of that statue. Here, hold my beer.” Willie the Wildcat (n) The official name for K-State’s school mascot. Willie can often be found patrolling the campus and silently interacting with fans on particularly happy days in his unmistakable purple outfit and gray fur. Ex: “Do you ever want Willie to cradle you in his big fuzzy arms, or is that just me?”
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OPINION: Why volleyball is the best K-State sport to watch live DENE DRYDEN
THE COLLEGIAN
Kansas State is known for its community that values family, legacy and athletics, but when we think of K-State sports, football most often comes to mind. Coach Bill Snyder and his football team are definitely the focal point for K-State sporting events. Though football games are fun to attend, the true underdog sport here is volleyball. Here are a couple reasons why watching K-State volleyball games is the best.
1. OUR TEAM IS GOOD
In the 2017 season, K-State volleyball had a win-loss record of 10-19, a decent record in a volatile sport like volleyball. Though I have watched our team suffer losses, I’ve never seen the Wildcats give up or slump in
their game. Our volleyball players always put up a good fight, and that’s commendable even in the face of a loss. When a victory happens, the back-and-forth struggle of the game is all worth it.
2. NO BRAVING THE ELEMENTS
I used to work as a peer security staff member for K-State Athletics, and at my very first football game as an employee, it poured so much there were several game delays due to the heavy rain and lightning. At other games, it seemed like it was always too hot or too cold to be comfortable in Bill Snyder Family Stadium. With volleyball, the games are indoors, so you never have to worry about rain, sun or snow. Wear your K-State spirit gear comfortably in Ahearn Field House during volleyball games. There’s no need to bring sun-
screen, hand warmers or an umbrella; just relax and enjoy the mildly warm atmosphere.
3. FREE FOR STUDENTS
Like most of the university’s sporting events, admission is free with a K-State ID. One of my biggest gripes with men’s basketball and football is that not only do students have to pay to attend, but you can’t purchase single-game passes. It’s all season long or nothing. You won’t be out any cash when you attend a K-State volleyball game, and that’s a big plus.
4. VOLLEYBALL IS FAST-PACED AND EXCITING
Much like basketball, volleyball is a game that keeps its players and spectators on their toes. If you look away, you could miss rapid-fire hits, blocks, tips and dives that make or break a play. Long volleys build up the best
kind of tension as you’re waiting to see who slips up first. With all the quick, skillful spikes and blocks, volleyball is high-energy and a blast to watch.
5. YOU DON’T HAVE TO UNDERSTAND IT VERY WELL
When I started cheerleading in junior high, I had to be at football games, and I didn’t know how football worked at all. Now that I know more about football, I can enjoy watching a game, but if you don’t know the rules, it’s hard to follow. With volleyball, if you understand the basic rules — three hits per side, don’t drop the ball, don’t touch the net — it’s an exciting sport to watch. As you understand the intricacies of the game more and more (especially as a former player, like me), watching volleyball becomes more of an im-
mersive, complex experience.
6. THE BAND IS THERE
A select group of musicians from K-State’s marching band are at every volleyball game. Much like the basketball team’s Cat Band, the traditional pep band wind instruments are spiced up with a drummer and an electric bass guitar player. They play the Wabash Cannonball, the Fight Song, Alma Mater and more. If the marching band and its traditions bring joy to your football and/or basketball game days, its energy is present at volleyball matches, too. Overall, you can’t go wrong with K-State volleyball, and that’s why I think it’s the best sport to attend. It’s free, it is always entertaining and you don’t have to stand for hours baking in the sun to see fellow students compete for K-State Athletics.
Dene Dryden is the Collegian’s managing editor and a junior in English. 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.
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Ernie Minton assumed a new position July 1 as the College of Agriculture interim dean and interim director of K-State Research and Extension. But Minton is not at all new to the university; he has been faculty member since 1983 and an administrator since 2008. “Since 2008, I have worked under three deans and in doing
so, I have had the opportunity to represent the dean in a wide variety of activities,” Minton said via email. “So far, I haven’t encountered anything that was a complete surprise, although as would be expected, some of the responsibilities are less familiar than others.” As chief administrative officer for the College of Agriculture and K-State Research and Extension, Minton will be a strategic leader in prioritizing the academic direction of the college, according to a K-State News release.
“I’m looking forward to working more closely with and on behalf of undergraduate students,” Minton said. “I will also have the opportunity to interact with our extension faculty more directly and understand more thoroughly the wide variety of programming activities that they deliver on behalf of Kansas residents. ... I am looking forward to interacting more directly with the other two mission areas, teaching and extension, that are so vital to our mission as a land-grant university.”
ATA Bus service adds new routes RACHEL HOGAN THE COLLEGIAN
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JACEN CLAPP
THE COLLEGIAN
Grievous injury, robbery, fire, natural disasters and serious illness don’t befall people on a regular basis (hopefully). It’s much more likely for one to encounter a mini-emergency, like a parking ticket or getting lost. In a place that isn’t home, new students may not know how to handle them. Read on to prepare for everyday mishaps.
SO, YOU RECEIVED YOUR FIRST (OF MANY) PARKING TICKETS...
Sometimes students park in spots where and/or when they are not supposed to, which can result in a citation. Your first thoughts may be wondering why you received the citation and what to do next. Jeff Barnes, interim director for Parking Services, said if someone doesn’t understand why they got a ticket they can call 785-532-PARK or email parking@ksu.edu to ask about the citation. If you do receive a citation,
it must be paid in person at the Parking Services office in the parking garage at the corner of 17th Street and Anderson Avenue, by depositing payment in any yellow misuse fees boxes in metered lots or online within 14 days.
SO, YOU’RE HAVING CAR TROUBLE...
If you lock your keys in your car or need any other locksmithing done on campus, contact campus police at 785532-6412. If you have a flat tire, run out of gas or have a dead battery, call Parking Services at 785-532-PARK.
SO, YOU LOST YOUR STUDENT ID...
K-State student IDs act as a photo ID, access/entry card, printing card, library card, Cat Cash debit card and meal plan card. If you have lost your student ID, then you should first report it to the K-State ID Center at wildcatcard@k-state.edu or 785-532-6399. The ID Center, located on the ground floor of the K-State Student Union, can flag lost or stolen cards to
prevent future use. Then, check lost and found in the Student Union’s Business Office on the third floor of the Union. You can reach the Business Office by taking the elevator or the east stairwell. You can also call the lost and found at 785-532-6575. If your student ID is not in the lost and found, bring a photo ID and $20 to the ID Center to get a replacement.
SO, YOU’RE LOST...
New students may find it difficult to navigate K-State’s large campus. There are some online resources that can help students reach their destination. For any smartphone users, you can download the K-State Mobile app, which has an assortment of useful tools including an online map of the entire campus, complete with a search bar so you can look up the building you need to get to. If a student does not have a smartphone then they can still access an online map of the campus at the university website. There are also maps of the Olathe and Polytechnic campuses on the website.
The Area Transportation Agency Bus service is offering free rides along fixed routes in Manhattan and Ogden during the entire month of August. Whether they’re avoiding the late summer heat or trying to save a few bucks on gas, students taking advantage of the deal can test out new routes and an emerging tracking service. The ATA bus began running three new year-round routes Aug. 6 in addition to the pre-existing two. Three routes will run twice every hour; two routes will run once per hour. Between all five routes, some notable stops include the Westloop Shopping Center, Walmart, Lafene Health Center, Via Christi Hospital, the K-State Student Union, Target, Hy-Vee,
City Hall and the Manhattan Public Library. ATA Bus director Anne Smith told WIBW that the additional routes were added to compensate for growth in the Manhattan area. “Manhattan has been growing and is continuing to grow,” Smith said. “We really needed to be able to meet that need for more service.” Beyond the month of August, students may still utilize the ATA Bus service for free with their student ID. More information on bus fare, routes and hours can be found at the ATA Bus’ website. Also available to students using the ATA bus service is Ride ATA Bus, a new tracking app from ATA and the Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization that shows a bus’ location in real time. Plans for the app began
more than a year ago during former student body president and vice president Jack Ayres’ and Olivia Baalman’s campaign. “[The Student Governing Association] has been pushing for this for over a year, so we are happy that it has finally come to fruition along with the other improvements to ATA,” said student body president Jordan Kiehl, senior in industrial engineering. The app is available via Google Play, and Kiehl said there are plans to integrate bus tracking with the K-State mobile app. “They are still making tweaks to it, so we haven’t yet explored getting that integrated in the K-State app, but that will certainly be coming,” Kiehl said. The Park ‘n’ Ride, Jardine and SafeRide shuttle services will continue to be available to students and faculty.
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Beyond nightlife: Places to visit in Aggieville during the day MADISON JAHNKE THE COLLEGIAN
Aggieville, aptly named for the Kansas State Agricultural College Aggies, initially served as a place for students to get their books or a haircut and spend time with friends. The shopping district is the oldest in Kansas and growing, now housing over 100 businesses in the six-square block area, making “The Ville” a well-known area for K-State students, Manhattan residents and visitors. While some may see it as “just a street with a bunch of bars,” this list of non-alcohol related attractions in Aggieville proves there’s much more than meets the eye.
SISTERS OF SOUND
Whether you’re into new wave, indie rock, oldies classics or
something completely different, you’ll be sure to find it here. This independent record store is the only one in Manhattan, selling new and used CD’s and vinyl worthy of spending hours crate-digging. The cozy shop frequently hosts live music of various genres and sells music and merchandise by local artists.
PANDORA ROLLED ICE CREAM
If you have yet to witness the trendy method of rolling ice cream or just want a sweet treat, head to Pandora for rolled ice cream made fresh from real ingredients. The shop offers a list of suggested combinations or the option to make your own from their extensive selection of toppings and ice cream flavors.
BLUESTEM BISTRO
This casual café and bakery features an extensive collection
of coffee, hand-crafted desserts, homemade soups and more. In addition to these culinary specialties, Bluestem offers entertainment in the form of live music, sing-alongs and a Sunday Jazz Brunch. During your trip here, you’ll inevitably find students studying, visiting families fueling up before fall football games and dogs hanging out on the patio with their coffee-drinking humans.
STRAIGHT UPP CREATIVE STUDIO
For art enthusiasts and the not-so-artistic alike, Straight Upp features an open pottery studio, canvas-painting events and craft evenings for when you’re feeling creative.
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‘touched’ A poem by Kaylie McLaughlin, Collegian news editor
Why do you walk like that, they ask and I say it is because my life has been weighed down by the knowledge that a man lives his life in proximity to mine with unpermitted evidence of what exists beneath my skirt, folded up inside me in the most intimate way possible and ripped away with the press of a button and without thought of the way it might make me shake at the thought of the sanctity he stole from me. Why does she act like that, they ask and she says it is because the only man who ever said he loved her was also the one that unbuttoned and reached into her jeans before she was even allowed to agree, his rough, guitar playing hands on soft and forbidden skin as he had such a nasty habit of doing with other girls, playing them and stroking them as if they were instruments he could add to his repertoire. Why does she cry like that, they ask and she says it is because someone she trusted took the bottle of wine out of her hands and as it shattered into a million pieces on the hard wood floor, he broke her into a million more and he ripped into her body as if it was a garden only meant for him to plant himself in, but from the soil, daisies didn’t grow, instead self-hatred sprouted in the spring and doubt bloomed as the leaves began to fall. Why do we talk like that, they ask and we say it is because our lives have been defined by moments we would trade back for the naivety they stole in a heartbeat, staring at our bodies in the mirrors, haunted by the war zone that they turned us into, carrying the weight of their hands on our skin because we don’t forget. We can’t possibly forget, the way their touch seared into our skin burned into our minds until the sunsets. Why do they laugh like that, we ask and they say it is because they got to keep living their lives as if nothing had ever happened and in that moment that we can’t move beyond, we were just another tally mark to add to their list, another body they get to call theirs and while we remain, lost, getting pulled beneath the sea crashing all around us, the clock on the wall never stopped ticking for them Why won’t you touch me, I ask and he says it is because he can still see another man’s hand print pressed on my chest, his name branded on my body claiming me like an animal he purchased to raise and slaughter at his flickering whim, never once stopping to think about the way he’s ruined my body and stole from me all I could give to the man that I actually love.
OPINION: ASAP training is a waste of every student’s time KYLE HAMPEL
THE COLLEGIAN
Editor’s note: This column discusses topics related to alcoholism and sexual assault and may be upsetting to some readers. Before I started writing this article, I turned to the rest of the newsroom and asked them if Kansas State was still requiring all students to complete the same Alcohol and Sexual Assault Prevention course they’ve had for several years. Sadly, the answer was yes. I’ve been procrastinating on completing my ASAP training before the fall semester starts. I do it every year despite the fact that I consider the topics of alcoholism and sexual assault to be gravely serious concerns. Some of my most liberal, justice-loving female colleagues said they clicked through it just to get it over with. I’m planning on doing the same — maybe I’ll set a new world record for “speedrunning” the ASAP course. Call me cynical, but I think there’s something very, very wrong with the way K-State
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From the vintage Schwinn bikes sitting outside to the original countertops and mosaic tile floor, Varsity’s retro feel pairs perfectly with the fresh-baked donuts that give the shop its sweet smell. The colorful, creatively-decorated donut options include a maple bacon bar, a purple “K-Stater” donut and
handles its ASAP training if the students who should love it the most are desperate for it to be over before it even starts. For readers who are not aware, the ASAP program is an online learning course where students answer questions and watch videos relating to alcohol consumption and sexual assault. Completion of the program is required for every enrolled student before the beginning of the academic year. More than anything, the problems with ASAP come from bad execution. The questions are leading. The videos are condescending. Worst of all, the program has had no major changes in the past several years, meaning this will be my fourth time clicking the exact same mind-numbing buttons for 30 minutes since 2015. Some of ASAP’s other problems are more subtle, and perhaps rooted in human psychology. Due to its tone-deaf, lighthearted presentation and its annual resurgence in the minds of students who thought they had already taken care of it, ASAP has become a joke. What’s insidious about its failure is that this has also turned the topics ASAP discusses into
jokes as well. There’s a particularly childish segment of the ASAP program where a woman asks for strangers’ cell phones and gets rejected to demonstrate the concept of consent. It’s indicative of all the problems ASAP has as a whole. The consent skit is downright insulting to actual human beings who have had their consent disregarded and their personal space violated. Having those barriers violently torn down by a perpetrator who barely sees you as human can traumatize even the strongest people. Consent is not something that should be explained with a comedy skit unless you’re talking to a kindergartener. What makes matters worse is what this tonal whiplash has done to the students who have to take ASAP training. When I hear someone ask to borrow their friend’s phone, all too often I hear the friend say with a laugh, “Whoa, do you have my consent?” Consent, personal liberty and human decency are now jokes. They’re sly little references to that annoying thing K-State keeps making us do every year, not fundamental rules of our lives that break a
person’s well-being in their absence. This begs an obvious question. Why does K-State still bother with a mandatory program that is so obviously flawed on every level? I suppose it’s easier than tackling the actual issues at hand: the poor sexual education in our state, the unhealthy fascination with binge drinking among young people due to a high legal age limit, the destructive traditions surrounding male sexuality and empowerment. You get the picture. Ideally, K-State wouldn’t even need an ASAP program because every student has been taught from birth to understand consent, limits and healthy relationships. That’d be perfect. But in our imperfect world, maybe K-State should just start with taking this subject matter seriously. Oh well, I suppose they’re still busy trying to distance themselves from fraternities to avoid being responsible for off-campus sexual assault and alcohol poisoning. Priorities, right?
more. Take one of the rentable tandem bikes for a ride, play a few notes on the shop’s piano or grab one of the ever-popular “Donuts Make People Happy” T-shirts. Thursday through Sunday nights, check out the Varsity Food Truck in the alleyway behind the store to watch a movie projected on the wall while enjoying a mac-andcheese grilled cheese.
tions, as well as pro team gear. Make sure to keep your eye on the store’s marquee for special discounts, event announcements and a clever joke every now and then.
students on food items such as burgers, tacos, sandwiches or wraps and more. Restaurants include Kite’s Bar and Grill, Taco Lucha, Tanner’s Bar and Grill, Keltic Star and Porter’s Bar and Deli.
RALLY HOUSE
With the first K-State game day quickly approaching, Rally House provides all the gear you’ll need to show your Wildcat pride then and every day. In addition to K-State apparel, the sports boutique offers home décor and gift selec-
ACME GIFT
If you’re looking for unique dorm adornments, birthday gifts or flower arrangements, Acme is the place to go. The shop is filled with cards and gifts for every occasion, and local Kansas-themed merch to rep your new (or home) town.
LUNCH SPECIALS
Several restaurants throughout Aggieville offer lunch specials popular among
Kyle Hampel is the opinion editor for the Collegian and a senior in English.
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Bigger than books: Local bookstore bolsters feelings of community RACHEL HOGAN THE COLLEGIAN
The store is cramped: barely larger than two dorm rooms, but full of books. Just inside the door is a mat that says, “Welcome to the Neighborhood, Shop Small.” Only a small sign posted in the window alerts passersbys to the presence of Claflin Books. As the store’s website claims, the books on the shelves are “selected, not stocked.” Stormy Lee Kennedy, the store’s owner of 25 years, said many of the books are suggested by customers who have read them and think others will enjoy them. “We had a very nice compliment gave to us that our inventory reflected people who like to read,” Kennedy said. The books on the shelves include “A Dog’s Purpose” by W. Bruce Cameron, field guides on Kansas’ nature, children’s books and the work of local authors including university president Richard Myers. The store attracts a base
of “loyal” customers, Kennedy said, namely, Kansas State students and grandparents. “We have a nice base of people who have been loyal customers, so we’ve been very fortunate that way,” Kennedy said. “We’ve had the honor of serving some K-State students, and sometimes those students continue to stay with us.” Despite the base of loyal customers, Kennedy said Claflin Books is unable to compete with other bookstores such as the Books-A-Million in Manhattan Town Center around the corner. “We don’t compete,” Kennedy said. “We’re just a bookstore that is here to share what other people are reading and enjoying. ... There’s no way we can compete. We don’t have the inventory. Our inventory is totally different.” On some days, Kennedy said the store sees only one customer. She also said she isn’t sure how much life the store has in it. But Claflin Books is more than a bookstore; it’s a supporter of community.
Tucked into nooks and cubbies around the cash register are copies of the Collegian, city catalogs and maps and copies of the Konza Calendar. The store works with Friends of Konza Prairie, for which Kennedy is an honorary board member. Kennedy and Claflin Books are also part of the Manhattan Arts and Humanities Association. “The town and gown work together to promote arts and humanity ties,” Kennedy said. “We’re trying very hard to network together and at the same time, when we have a lot of new people in Manhattan for the first time, we can network with them. ... It helps the store, but the big things is it shows people that Manhattan is willing to help.” And it’s not just on a large scale. Kennedy said the No. 1 reason why people like where they live, why she likes living in Manhattan, is because they feel safe there. “What are the composites that make up ‘safe?’” Kennedy said. “It’s across the street.
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The storefront of Claflin Books. The book store has been located at 103 N. 4th Street for four years and continues to serve the Manhattan community. There’s a barber over there and we wave at each other each morning. People stop in and say
‘good morning.’ It’s that kind of thing. It’s things like that that we’ve got in Manhattan, and I
feel a responsibility to return to it. That’s kind of what is at the heart of it.”
OPINION: Nintendo Switch is the best console for college students KYLE HAMPEL
THE COLLEGIAN
This column was originally published on June 12, 2018.
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Who could say no to all these characters on the go?
The major players in the video game industry wrapped up their press conferences at the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo on June 12, and watching all the trailers, gameplay and buzzword abuse for several days gave me a single, dominant feeling above all else. Thank God I bought a Nintendo Switch. Microsoft and Sony are clearly running out of big ticket games to release as the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 near the ends of their product lifecycles, but Nintendo’s impeccable momentum is showing no signs of stopping. I’m hardly a console fanboy,
but as a college student, I’ve been finding that the Nintendo Switch is a perfect fit for my lifestyle. Here are a few reasons why the Switch is perfect for students:
1. GAMES FOR EVERYONE
Do you want to play “Fortnite” on a Saturday with the boys? Does “Puzzle Puppers” sound too cute to put down? Is a dedicated Mario Kart machine all you really need? The Switch does it all and more. From puzzlers to shooters, adventurers to racers and with plenty of jumping on Goombas in between, the Switch’s library of games is sure to satisfy any college student with time to kill between classes. And judging by Nintendo’s E3 presentation, the Switch’s games are only going to get better from here. “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate,” anyone?
2. YOU CAN PLAY IT IN THE BATHROOM Yes, really. And not just your bathroom — any bathroom. Nintendo has described the Switch as a “hybrid console.” Is it a handheld device that you can plug into your TV, or is it a home console with a built-in screen that you can take with you? That’s up to the individual, but it’s undeniably the Switch’s best feature. If you’ve ever wanted to ride a go-kart down a mountain while Taco Bell takes its sticky revenge on your colon, the Switch is a must-buy for its portability. It even conveniently fits into any backpack!
3. IT’S SURPRISINGLY CHEAP The Switch’s suggested price of $300 is admittedly
steep for a lot of American college students, but with the latest iterations of the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One being over $400 each, I think it’s a fair price to pay for portability and those juicy Nintendo-exclusive party games. I respect Microsoft’s efforts with the Xbox One, and I even own a PlayStation 4 myself (thanks to a pricing error), but the Switch is the only console on the market that has allowed me to ride valiantly into battle with nothing but my underpants and a wooden mop in “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” while I was waiting at the DMV. There’s nothing else like it, and it’s made being a college student so much more bearable. Kyle Hampel is the opinion editor for the Collegian and a senior in English.
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Introduction to Wines teaches OPINION: 8 elective courses for satisfying K-State 8 requirements wine appreciation, selection KYLE HAMPEL
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There are few things that can ruin a perfect undergraduate semester more than the K-State 8. The K-State 8 program requires every student enrolled at Kansas State to complete a certain number of credits in eight general areas of study, presumably to create a more enlightened student body or whatever. Since you probably aren’t majoring in something that covers all eight requirements, that means electing to take courses outside your department if you want a diploma. But what are the best elective classes to take if you just want to graduate and don’t care how you do it? I’m glad you asked.
1. NATURAL DISASTERS - GEOL 125
K-State 8 quotas: Natural and Physical Sciences, Social Sciences This lecture-style class is absolutely ideal if you’re feeling lazy. You’re not required to meet or talk to anyone else, the course material is elementary and the exams are as easy as they get in college — if you study, at least. Oh, and if you miss a lecture? No problem. All the lecture slides are available online at all times, making catching up a breeze. You probably won’t fall asleep while you’re learning about tornadoes and volcanoes, but if you do, all is not lost.
2. MASS COMMUNICATION IN SOCIETY - MC 110
K-State 8 quota: Historical Perspectives For easygoing lectures, it doesn’t get better than this. This introduction to the school of journalism and mass communications will show you how we got from telegrams to social media without ever boring you or giv-
ing your brain a stress fracture. The class is another impersonal lecture with no required socializing (like most popular electives), but you’ll definitely get to know the professor’s personality if it’s the legendary Steven Smethers behind the podium. My only recommendation is to pay attention to the due dates for the online quizzes — I got a B because I slept through two of them. Oops.
3. HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL - MUSIC 170
K-State 8 quotas: Aesthetic Interpretation, Historical Perspectives In my experience, this class is a paradox. It’s easy and informative, but you’re probably not going to like it. The material and the quizzes are totally doable for any student in any major, and the seats in the lecture hall are comfortable enough. Unfortunately, you’ll also have to deal with having your eyes and ears assaulted by poor audio and video equipment on a daily basis. If you can get past the sudden spikes in volume that make you jump out of your seat and the music videos that look and sound like they’re being played inside a fish tank, it’s not bad. It’s still better than taking a drawing class, at least.
4. INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHICAL PROBLEMS - PHILO 100
K-State 8 quota: Ethical Reasoning and Responsibility Have you ever wanted to argue with strangers about the existence of God and get graded on it? Gosh, have I got the class for you. I can’t guarantee that this intro class will turn you into a heavenly super-person full of philosophical wisdom, but it will at least teach you how to explain your morals and personal values without losing your cool — a valuable skill in any traffic jam.
The course is intriguing without being too challenging, and the philosophical essays are surprisingly easy to write. You might even get your mind blown once or twice when the professor starts asking questions that sound like lyrics from a Pink Floyd album. Not bad.
5. GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY - PSYCH 110
K-State 8 quotas: Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning, Social Sciences Sitting in a lecture hall and teaching your brain about itself is the epitome of what college is all about. This class is a little more costly than others since you need to buy a remote control for quiz participation (yes, really), but it’s pretty easy throughout the semester. You’ll learn about Sigmund Freud, Ivan Pavlov, Carl Jung and why they were all horribly mistaken about human psychology due to their limited understanding at the time. It’s a great time if you like proving old people wrong.
6. INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC OF THE WORLD - MUSIC 249
K-State 8 quotas: Aesthetic Interpretation, Global Perspectives I hate to be dramatic, but this class will convince you that everything is music. Off-beat drum pounding is music. Passing gas through your mouth is music. Even country radio is music. Although this class is probably the toughest one on this list, it’s definitely worth the effort to study and take daily quizzes so you can learn what music means to people around the world. You’ll listen to mariachi, jazz, reggae and even an obscure style of Indonesian percussion that takes up an entire chapter of the textbook.
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Michael Ottenbacher, head of the Department of Hospitality Management, holds up a bottle of wine in front of the sign at Justin Hall. The wine tasting classes Ottenbacher teaches are offered in the fall and spring semesters.
OLIVIA BERGMEIER THE COLLEGIAN
This article was originally published on July 17, 2018. If you think the phrase “fruit-forward, foxy, buttery, burnt and chewy with a barnyard odor” sounds like something from a random wine review generator, you wouldn’t be alone. But, Kansas State’s Introduction to Wines course, HM 442, offers a light at the end of a dark tunnel of pretentious wine tasting phrases. The classes range in size from 35 to up to 100 students per class and are offered every semester in the hospitality management department. Michael Claus Ottenbacher, professor and Department of Hospitality Management head, teaches the wine tasting course, and he said he believes it is vital for those looking for work in hospitality. “I think wine is an important aspect of the hospitality industry and for restaurant and
food service,” Ottenbacher said. “Not to just sell the wine, but to really understand it, and very often customers might have questions.” Ottenbacher said a solid understanding of the intricacies of wine opens the door to financial profit. “You can also give recommendations to match wine with food because if that is not well done, you cannot really lose money but give up the opportunity to make extra revenue and profit and then to also enhance the customer experience,” he said. To get to the point of really utilizing wine in the industry, Ottenbacher and sommelier Cristina Milostan, who helps to direct the classes, teach an introductory course beginning with wine basics, moving to a more advanced understanding of food pairings and specialties. “They learn the basics about wine, which is how to serve wine, how to open a bottle of wine, how wine is produced, what has impacts on the taste and the quality of the wine and
then also how to taste wine, how to describe wine and also how to match wine with food,” Ottenbacher said. Ottenbacher said he believes his class is not only for students involved in the hospitality, but for a wide variety of programs at K-State as he said it imparts students with refined knowledge. “When you’re going out for a business meeting you also should understand or know the basics of wines,” he said. “It helps you to feel more comfortable.” Ottenbacher touched on the topic of wine appreciation. There are many aspects of the production process that goes unnoticed to the public eye. “I think if you also have more knowledge, you also see how many steps, how much hard labor and how much expertise goes into winemaking and really appreciate the product much more,” Ottenbacher said. When asked what his favorite wine was, Ottenbacher said he prefers a dry Riesling, which has a lower level of alcohol.
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OPINION: Studying abroad is an adventure every student needs MONICA DIAZ
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For some college students, studying abroad isn’t even a question. Some students are fully prepared to go abroad and seek out a new adventure — but this isn’t the case for everyone. Although there is nothing wrong with staying in the states for your college career, you are missing out on what the world has to offer. It is crucial to your education and development as a person to seek out more of the world. I was once told that not all classrooms have four walls, and this statement has resonated with me since. Here are three reasons why studying abroad is pivotal for any college student. 1. Submerging yourself in other cultures helps you become more open-minded In the states, we are used to routine and familiarity. We
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are surrounded by a familiar language with familiar comfort foods and a familiar lifestyle. Studying abroad pushes you out of your comfort zone and breaks down those barriers of familiarity and routine. For some study abroad sessions, the first barrier to overcome is the language barrier. I studied abroad in Costa Rica and went from being surrounded by English to being submerged in Spanish. I was prepared and understood the language, but for many, this isn’t the case. Being immersed in another language can provide you with a valuable life skill even after you leave. Not only is the language barrier a new adjustment, but the food and way of life is also different. In the states, you can grab a burger and fries within two minutes, but in other countries, you can’t go to a restaurant expecting fast food because you they will take their time to make your meal. Trying the local cuisine is an important part of experienc-
ing another culture. Even the food you are used to from back home will be different, and that is something to celebrate. Personal values will also differ in other countries. In my experience, Costa Rica was laid back and ran on “tico time,” which meant being late to an event was practically expected. Going to a family gathering meant dressing up, meeting all your host family’s relatives and speaking to everyone in their native language. The way of life in other countries is so different from what we are used to, but it’s fascinating. The differences between cultures are something you will truly cherish when you study abroad, and you are guaranteed to become more open-minded. 2. Studying abroad allows you to discover yourself and build independence It’s common knowledge that studying at a university helps you discover yourself and
build independence, but studying abroad will help you evolve more than anything else. When abroad, you will be introduced to a new culture and begin to see what the world truly has to offer. You may discover that you love to listen to salsa, dance to reggaeton or even explore a new beach with 50 other students who are also studying abroad. You never know what you will discover about yourself until you are introduced to this new experience. In addition to discovering yourself, you will build more independence through studying abroad. Being in another country without your family, friends and cultural norms — not to mention spotty Wi-Fi — will force you to become fully self-reliant. I was surrounded by a different language, a welcoming host family and new lifestyle in Costa Rica, but that allowed me to depend on myself more than ever before. Simple tasks such as asking for directions in
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As college students, the biggest privilege we have is being able to attend the university of our choice. Schooling is often viewed as a burden, but studying abroad made me see that others view it as a blessing and a privilege. It’s all about perspective. Whether you study abroad for two weeks, during the summer, a whole semester or a full year, I encourage everyone to study abroad. The financial burden and fear of the unknown is overwhelming, but that will not compare to what you will gain from seeing a new side of the world. Whether this is your first year or your last year in college, take the risk. Choose a new culture, a new language and a new lifestyle. If the opportunity presents itself for a new adventure abroad, choose the adventure.
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OPINION: An analysis of the medieval defensive capabilities of Kansas State’s mightiest castles to Dickens Hall, dumping hot oil from the second floor and locking the doors should be fine.
ANDERSON HALL
The exterior of Nichols Hall on July 25, 2018.
MICAH DRAKE
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If there is anything that remains true from childhood to adulthood, it’s that strangers are always dangerous and safety is not guaranteed. Any day now, paramilitary forces from Wyoming or whatever can invade our proud state of Kansas. And who knows what those Wyomingites are going to attack us with? This is why Kansas State University has castles — limestone castles with battlements and more — because the day may come where a “Red Dawn” situation occurs and Fort Riley is on vacation. Each of these strongholds has its own strengths and weaknesses. Which will you choose?
DICKENS HALL
Capacity: Quite a few people Dickens Hall can be seen as a standard castle, boasting only one balcony from which to dump boiling oil on invaders. But worry not, as the windows
on the top floor open up, allowing you to dump boiling oil from there, too. This building — err, castle houses the departments of philosophy and statistics, which are both incredibly important for a castle that will be holding a large amount of refugees. Not only will you have statisticians inside for rationing supplies and counting beans, but you will also have philosophers to ask, “Why is beans?” The exterior is rugged, and while it could be argued that most days you can just walk through the front door, keep in mind that the doors can be locked.
BLUEMONT HALL
Capacity: A whole darn lot of people Many claim Bluemont Hall is the arch nemesis to Dickens Hall. If these two Manhattan castles had stewards, Dickens would have a kindly old mage in a felt hat, while Bluemont would have the creepy, bald version of Merlin from the movie “Excalibur.”
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Getting into this castle is the easy part, but navigating it could require a guide. The endless hallways full of boring walls seem to shift in ways that will make it very easy for you to get lost. That said, if you do enter and get lost, having your campus invaded will be the least of your problems, which could be a good thing if you think about it.
Capacity: Very important people, including you Anderson Hall is the Grand Central Station of K-State, holding the office of the president and other administrative abodes. On its surface, this castle has the best of both worlds. There’s plenty of room, and the rockin’ tower gives you a view of the whole campus, but there’s a catch. In a state of emergency, invaders may attack many buildings at once, but their leader will seek out the K-State president first. The decision is yours. Do you trust the president’s security to defend you as well? You should, I hear those folks are quite nice.
NICHOLS HALL
Capacity: A castle’s worth of people Nichols Hall is perhaps the “castle-est” of all the castles on campus, sporting superb defen-
sive walls with cover in the form of trees so dim-witted invaders may not notice the castle is even there. Unlike many castles on this list, Nichols features perfectly spaced battlements along the edge of its roof so defending archers can take cover. The battlements are so perfect, they must have been designed by the inventor of castles himself. Being home to a theater, dance studios and various arts and sciences, Nichols Hall has exactly what you need to stay entertained as war rages on outside. The only real downside is how obvious of a choice it is by those “in the know” such as yourself. Is that really a downside, though? You’re great, and more people who think like you would be even better. This is a good plan.
MEMORIAL STADIUM
Capacity: Grass, I guess? This is just silly. Look at this, you can walk right in the middle of it. There are only walls on two sides, and the building to the south of it isn’t even a castle
— it’s more of a palace, really. What sort of wool am I trying to pull over your eyes here? Worry not, as I have saved the best for last. Memorial Stadium is not one poorly designed castle, it is two separate underground bunkers. The east and west stadiums are both fine halls to wait out an invasion, walled on their outside ends by shatterproof glass with battlements on the roof. Not only this, but the stands that lay over top of the secret bunkers are covered by camouflaging grass, making this place your safest bet against medieval attack drones. The only drawback is the inability to pour hot oil on anyone, as these buildings have no discernible second floors, but sometimes you have to sacrifice the finer things in life for safety and security. Micah Drake is a senior in English. 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.
HOLTON HALL
Capacity: Talking furniture (and probably a few people) The home of K-State’s student support offices is a terrifying gamble of a castle for several reasons. One is that the galloping hordes may gravitate toward Holton. If our administrators were crippled, the campus’s infrastructure would crumble with it. That said, the galloping hordes may actually avoid it like the plague due to their notorious aversion to paperwork, so it’s still got a chance. If you’re into that sort of emotional roller coaster, this castle may be the one for you. Similar
The exterior of Dickens Hall on July 25, 2018.
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REVIEW: ‘Kiss the Ground’ an acute book about ag DENE DRYDEN
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This column was originally published on June 5, 2018. In early June, I sat on my couch reading my first novel of the summer. I was about halfway through the book. My partner commented, “I can’t believe you’re reading a whole book about dirt.” The same question popped in my head when my father, a farmer-turned-educator-turned-farmer-again, gifted “Kiss the Ground” by Josh Tickell to me last Christmas. It made sense that my father enjoyed the book, as “Kiss the Ground” is all about regenerative agriculture, which produces better food in a way that is good for the Earth. After the book sat on a shelf for months, I picked up “Kiss the Ground,” and I can now say that I have a more educated, thoughtful view of agriculture and food than I had before. Tickell’s book introduces the concept of regenerative agriculture in several steps; each chapter details one facet of agriculture and its impact on the environment, from cows to nitrogen, from the global politics of humans’ environmental impact to the power of one consumer making sustainable choices while grocery shopping. “Kiss the Ground” promotes diversified farming (aka
growing more than one type of plant in a field), no-till operations, ditching chemical sprays and becoming more attuned to the soil and environment — for practicing crop producers, there’s much to learn here. But for most of us, who are just food consumers and maybe plant parents to windowsill succulents, “Kiss the Ground” is an accessible read for those who haven’t been on a farm or know much about agriculture. Tickell beautifully molds two big issues into one book: climate change and feeding an exploding population of humans (and the animals they consume). The solution for both is regenerative agriculture, which enriches our soils for better food production by promoting biodiversity. And when the soil is healthy, microorganisms will help bring more carbon dioxide into the Earth’s crust, recycling it from our oceans and atmosphere. The greenhouse gasses we put out can be put back into the ground — and it’ll benefit us in the long run. “Kiss the Ground” starts off slow, but once readers hit chapter two, Tickell’s meshing of scientific studies, world history, U.S. agricultural policy and present-day agriculturalists’ stories creates a powerful source of knowledge, never mind a great read to start off summer. In this book, Tickell also writes about more controversial topics with good measure. His stance is pro-beef, as he
writes that letting cows graze on our crop fields is one of the best options for healthy soils and humanely produced beef. However, he doesn’t discredit those who choose veganism or vegetarianism. He also writes against GMO crops, but not for the reason many are opposed to GMOs; instead of concern about the genetic changes, Tickell realizes that many GMO crops are often farmed in conjunction with soil tillage and heavy chemical usage, two practices he urges crop producers to stop. My only criticisms of the book are really nitty-gritty: besides the novel’s slow beginning, there were only two portions of the book that rubbed me the wrong way (and they both don’t concern agriculture). In Chapter 7, a portion of the book all about topsoil and the negative impacts of tilling fields, Tickell writes a tangent on the lack of gender diversity with farmers. Most farmers are male, and he speculates that if more women were farmers, they’d use less pesticides because “a woman, whose body and whose children are far more susceptible to the effects of chemical toxins, might at least think twice before donning protective gear in order to apply some type of -cide onto the very fruit, vegetable or grain she will feed her children.” To me, this speculation relies heavily on gender roles, particularly that a woman’s
highest priority is supposed to be her children. Yes, female bodies grow babies, but men also have children that they care for. As responsible parents, shouldn’t fathers be just as concerned about what’s on their kids’ food as mothers? Instead of speculating that women will instinctively opt to avoid agricultural chemical use, why not ask men to consider their children, too, when they spray their corn fields or use Round-Up on the front lawn? Second, one of Tickell’s suggestions at the end of the book is for readers to found charter high schools, particularly ones with an agroecology focus. There are many problems with public education in America today, but ditching public schools in favor of charter schools is not the right solution. Take every step Tickell recommends, except that one. The National FFA Organization is centered around agriculture and is beneficial for public high school students, so it’s a worthy educational experience to invest in — Tickell mentions this, too. Despite its flaws, “Kiss the Ground” is written in that sweet middle spot where nth-generation farmers can learn how to better do business and people not connected to agriculture whatsoever can read up on how to be informed, involved consumers.
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Recent court ruling changes Kansas’ voter registration process RACHEL HOGAN THE COLLEGIAN
This article was originally published on June 26, 2018. A federal court decided this summer that Kansas’ proof of citizenship law is unconstitutional. On June 18, Chief District Judge Julie Robinson ruled to strike down the Secure and Fair Elections Act of
2011, saying the law violates the National Voter Registration Act and the Fourteenth Amendment. The law, put in place by Secretary of State Kris Kobach in 2011, required people registering to vote in Kansas to provide documentation proving their citizenship. The League of Women Voters of Kansas (LWVK), one of the plaintiffs in the case, said such requirements increased the time necessary to register an applicant from three to four
minutes to an hour. Now that the law was struck down, registration to vote is once again a brief affair. “It takes five minutes or less, and it’s done” Christine Hutchins, member of the Johnson County chapter of the LWVK, told the Kansas City Star. Since the ruling, freshly naturalized citizens have registered to vote without being made to submit naturalization documents. Instead,
they, and anyone else registering to vote, only needed to disclose their name and address. Manuel Novas-Garcia, one of the newly registered voters, emigrated from Spain to study at Kansas State. He now teaches Spanish in the Blue Valley school district, USD 299. “The motto of this country is ‘no taxation without representation,’” Novas-Garcia told the Kansas City Star. “I’ve been a taxpayer for six
years, and it was time to join the club of voters.” During the trial, Michael McDonald, professor at the University of Florida, said the former documented proof of citizenship requirement “disproportionately affects the young and those who are not politically affiliated,” as summarized by the court ruling. McDonald’s testimony was corroborated by Marge Ahrens, former co-president of the LWVK, who said the
law’s impact was “huge.” “It was a dead hit,” Ahrens said. Ahrens said LWVK volunteers struggled in the past to successfully register hundreds of young people to vote at high schools and universities because they did not have documented proof of citizenship readily at hand. For example, an attempt to register college students at Washburn University ended with only 75 successful registration attempts out of 400.
The inside scoop: How Call Hall ice cream is made ALEC MADRIGAL THE COLLEGIAN
This article was originally published on April 25, 2018. Any Kansas State student worth their purple salt has had a cone of ice cream from the famed Call Hall, either from the hall itself or from their new location in the Student Union. To get to the ice cream counter, though, every ice cream cone starts with the university’s own herd of dairy cows, numbering more than 200 Holstein cows today. Jared Parsons, dairy plant manager, said about 20 percent of the milk produced from these black-and-white cows stays on campus while the remainder is sold off to Dairy Farmers of America. Call Hall is part of the
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As someone in the middle ground of the agriculturally involved spectrum, I found a lot of value reading “Kiss the Ground.” After all, I like eating food and breathing oxygen, like most other people I know.
animal science department on campus and serves as both a fully functioning dairy production facility and a classroom for firsthand experience. The hall produces more than 45 different flavors of ice cream, but how does that sweet treat get from cow to creamy goodness? Parsons said the first step in making ice cream is with the whole milk brought in by trucks from the dairy farm, which is then pumped through the pasteurization machine at the plant. “This is what makes it safe, and then it is pumped into the holding tank,” Parsons said. From there, the cream gets separated. “We get 10 gallons of cream for every 100 gallons of whole milk that are ran through it,” Parsons said. “So we end up with 90 gallons of skim and 10 gallons of cream.” From the cream, two different types of mixes are produced: If you care for our planet’s health and your own health, I’d recommend reading “Kiss the Ground.” Tickell not only digs deep into the issues agriculture and the environment face today, but he also ends the novel with a list of actions consumers can take to support regenerative agriculture. If you’re worried about the state of our planet but
We get 10 gallons of cream for every 100 gallons of whole milk ... Jared Parsons
PLANT MANAGER a white and a chocolate mix. “From those two mixes we can derive the 46 flavors on the book,” Parsons said. The mixes contain milk, cream, dry milk powder and two types of sugar and are cooked and held at 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes in a 200-gallon vat. From there, the mix is rapidly cooled to 50 degrees Fahrenheit and placed into 220-gallon storage tanks for
a day. From there, the mixes are placed in individual 55-gallon tanks specific to their flavors in preparation for freezing. In the flavor tank, the necessary dyes and flavorings will be added. The mixes are frozen in a 1961 Cherry Burrell continuous ice cream freezer capable of pumping out 80 gallons of frozen ice cream per hour. “It is original to the plant
feel like one person can’t make a difference, this novel will change your mind. I would also highly recommend this book for students in the College of Agriculture. “Kiss the Ground” is a good starting point for diving into the practice of regenerative agriculture, and the sooner you know about it, the sooner you can implement these
practices into your future operation or business. All in all, “Kiss the Ground” is a wholesome read for everyone, especially those working in agriculture and people who are concerned about the health of our planet and its people. It’s a novel about dirt. And when we consider where our food comes from, that makes dirt critically important.
and has made every drop of Call Hall ice cream ever sold,” Parsons said. Soft serve ice cream comes from the machine, but in order to become the Call Hall ice cream on the shelves, it has to go through one last process: hardening. The ice cream comes out of the machine at 15 degrees Fahrenheit, but needs to be taken down to -20 degrees or -25 degrees, Parsons said. “Without the step of getting it down to -20, it would become gritty very fast like your mom or your grandma’s homemade ice cream,” Parsons said. Call Hall contains a blast freezer which is maintained at -28 degrees Fahrenheit for the hardening of the ice cream. Jake Eckert, K-State alumnus and employee at Call Hall, said it takes about two days to complete the whole process of making the ice cream. Dene Dryden is the managing editor for the Collegian and a junior in English.
Once hardened, the ice cream is ready to be sold to the dairy plant’s customers.
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