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April 26, 2017
Admissions diverts attention away from sexual assault prevention
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Sexual assault prevention campaign hidden from prospective students at request of Admissions Office By KALLIE FLEMING Copy Editor
Throughout the month of April, Georgetown College participated in the Clothes Line Project as part of Sexual Assault and Awareness month. Georgetown College had been a host for this project for six years now. The project is currently led by Kristin Czarnecki. For the project, students were invited to decorate t– shirts which were hung up in the Student Center. Shirts were painted with messages such as “It was not my fault,” and “I am a survivor.” While this project was being displayed, some staff members in the Admissions Office instructed student tour guides to refrain from taking the prospective students through the Student Center, where the shirts were hanging. The Admissions Counselors chose not to give a statement, but Dr. Jonathan Sands Wise, Vice President
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of Enrollment Management, said, “From the stand point of admissions, this is an incredibly important event, and the conversation is incredibly important. It is not one that we want to try to incorporate into a regular visit for our students, or our prospective students, but we have happily, over the past two years, worked alongside the project, so that everyone could achieve their goals,” stated Dr. Sands Wise. Over the course of the interview, Sands Wise acknowledged the importance of the project, and that he has been part of the project himself in the past. The Admissions office was trying to avoid making the t-shirts the central focus of tours for prospective students. Sands Wise suggested that the project was more important for current Georgetown College students to see rather than prospective Georgetown College students. Sands Wise stressed that the motivation of the Admissions Office was not to hide,
or minimize the project, but prevent it from becoming the focus of the tours. Multiple tour guides at the Admissions Office confirmed that they were asked to not take prospective students through the student center while the t–shirts advocating for sexual assault awareness were displayed. The Clothes Lines Project has been bringing violence and abuse against women to the public light for 25 years. This project is a global effort, with projects in 41 different states and five different countries, and is put into effect on many college campuses (clotheslineproject.org). As explained on the project website, survivors of abuse are encouraged to design t−shirts, which are displayed in public areas. “The Clothes Line Project is meant to do a number of different things. It is a means of providing an outlet for survivors of sexual violence to write out something about their
experience, or express anger, or express a message of hope to other victims and survivors. It is kind of a therapeutic way for them to express their feelings,” explained Dr. Czarnecki. “It is a way of airing dirty laundry. So often sexual violence, and things of that nature, are meant to be kept quiet about, because no one wants to hear about it, or because the subject is too upsetting. This project is a way of making your experience known, and making it something to address.” Both Czarnecki and Sands Wise expressed that it is
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important to have conversations about violence and abuse against women. In the past, the project has been displayed in many different areas around campus, including the library and The Ward Room. When the project was displayed in more public areas, there were complaints from some students, that had been victims of sexual violence themselves, that they did not want to see the project displayed in such a public place, when they were simply trying to get to class. (continued. on p. 3)
“The Clothes Line Project is trying to make a difference, and that is something to be proud of, not to hide. While we run the risk of prospective students or parents asking about sexual assault on campus, we need to be honest.” — Maddie Long New healthcare plan appears disastrous page 11
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Zeta Phi Beta hosts presentation show Headlines for three new members
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Compiled by William Thomas A 12–year–old boy in Australia drove over 800 miles across the country before police were finally able to stop and arrest him. A bowler in New York set a world record by bowling 12 straight strikes in under 90 seconds. A 32–year–old “Simpsons” fan from the U.K. had his arm tattooed with 52 images of Homer Simpson. People in Austin, Texas have been engaged in a 48–hour contest to win a car that will be given to the person who can kiss the car the longest. France’s presidential race was narrowed to two candidates, progressive Emmanuel Macron and right–wing populist Marie Le Pen, following the first round of the election. Ivanka Trump was booed on stage in Berlin after she claimed her father, U.S. President Donald Trump, is a “tremendous champion” for families and women. Earth Day saw one of the world’s largest March on Science in over 600 cites and featured scientists, students and supporters alike.
By KALLIE FLEMING Staff Writer On April 12, Zeta Phi Beta hosted their second presentation show on Georgetown’s campus to welcome their new members. The event was held near the Quad, and all Georgetown students were invited to come. The new members are Freshman Catherine Bruce, Freshman T’yona McWilliams and Junior Skakela Smith. The new sisters stood alongside the current members of Zeta Phi Beta, Senior Demetria Quincy and Junior Kyndle Pace, who is the current Chapter President. Olivia Coleman, who is both an advisor and alum of Zeta, was also there to provide support and direction. Brothers and sisters from other Divine Nine organizations in Kentucky showed up to support and celebrate the new members. According to Coleman, each college in Kentucky that has a Zeta Phi Beta chapter sent a representative to attend the presentation show. The brother fraternity of Zeta Phi Beta, Phi Beta Sigma, was also heavy in attendance. Along with Greek affiliates from other colleges in Kentucky, a large portion of the Georgetown College student body showed up to view the show. Members from each Greek organization represented on Georgetown’s campus
could be found in the crowd. The presentation show included an abundance of singing, dancing and celebration. The three new members stood on stage and performed songs and dances, as well as recited information on Zeta that they had learned during the initiation process. Coleman described the presentation show as a “cultural experience.” This presentation serves as Zeta’s Chapel Photo submitted by Catherine Bruce Day, and the new Left to right: T’yona McWilliams, Catherine Bruce, members practiced Olivia Coleman (faculty advisor) and Shakela Smithextensively for the celebrated at the presentation show. Zeta Phi Beta received three new members on April 12. reveal. The turnout for the event was very large, and Coleman, who helped to organize Council (IFC), and we hope to get their the event, was very pleased. She said, support in return. We are making his“It is always great to have our broth- tory and Panhellenic and IFC are helpers and sisters of Zeta Phi Beta and ing us to making history through their Phi Beta Sigma come support us, but it continued support. Overall, I was very meant so much that the Greek popula- pleased and thrilled with the support.” tion at Georgetown came to support us. This presentation show is not the I think that is something that we must same as official initiation, which is a continue to do. Zeta will continue to private event and will occur at a later support Panhellenic and Interfraternity date.
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President Greene named Citizen of the Year By WILLIAM THOMAS Staff Writer Georgetown College’s president, Dr. M. Dwaine Greene, was named “Citizen of the Year” by the City of Georgetown and Scott County Chamber of Commerce on April 21 at the Chamber’s annual banquet. Though having lived in Georgetown for few years, Dr. Greene has made quite an impact within the college and local communities. Dr. Greene has worked to strengthen the relationship between the college and the surrounding community. In doing so, he has been chal-
lenged to overcome fiscal challenges, to encourage alumni and community involvement at the college and to bring more students from around the state into Georgetown and Scott County with increased enrollment and recruitment efforts. Dr. Greene’s impact has been felt; he has improved the college’s budget, and doubled alumni giving. The college also expects to receive the largest incoming class in several years this fall. Not only do his efforts better the college, but they also better the Georgetown–Scott County community as a whole.
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For concern regarding trigger warnings, Student Wellness and Student Life representatives decided that the display should be moved into the Student Center, an area that can be avoided. Dr. Sands Wise suggested that the Admissions Office was simply using “an abundance of caution.” However, some current students have expressed concerns that the Student Center should not be avoided during tours to avoid the conversation associated with the Clothes Line Project. “Because tours are taken down to the Student Center to view the bookstore, mail room, and radio station, avoiding the area completely is unnecessary. The Clothes Line Project is trying to make a difference and that is something to be proud of, not to hide. While we run the risk of prospective students or parents asking about sexual assault on campus, we need to
be honest. Sexual assault happens on all college campuses, but we are taking steps towards addressing the issue,” said freshman Maddie Long, who is a tour guide and supporter of the Clothes Line Project. Sophomore Marissa Thompson also expressed her frustration with the situation. She said, “I think it’s ridiculous that the school doesn’t want prospective students to see the ways in which Georgetown students have spoken out about such an important cause. It shows that sexual assault is a real issue. “If I were a prospective student, I don’t think it would affect my decision that much whether I came to Georgetown or not, but there are students who are truly passionate about the issue, and it could very much impact their decision,” she continued. Sophomore Emily Evans, a supporter of displaying the Clothes Lines Project to prospective students, said, “The fact that Georgetown held an
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event like the Clothes Line Project shows not that we regard our campus as unsafe, but that we acknowledge that sexual assault is a problem worldwide, and addressing a problem is the first step in tackling it.”
The location of the display may change, and the tour routes may change as well, but Dr. Sands Wise assured that the Clothes Line Project will continue on Georgetown’s campus in the future.
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Georgetown College Football plays annual Orange and Black game By MANDY FLAIG Staff Writer Thursday, April 13, was the annual Georgetown College Black and Orange football game. This is a game that takes place every year at the end of spring football practice season. The players are drafted by the coaches onto the two teams. Then, on game day, the teams play against each other. The Black and Orange game gives players the chance
to show what they have learned throughout the season and offers them the opportunity to prove who they are as players. It is a game of friendly competition that still shows a great rivalry and allows the team to see generally what to expect for the coming fall season. Kody Kasey stated about the game, “In our team, there’s always competition. Everyone
wants to be the best, but we also understand our role. Striving to be the best we can be, we push each other through competition and ultimately that makes us better as a unit.” The game is a great way to end the season until summer camp starts next school year. This also gives the athletic department a chance to honor its athletes and give out awards. This is the first opportunity the school gets to
see the incoming rookie team and recognize them. Players also took this game to honor Colson Machlitt. Max Nussbaum wore Colson’s jersey during the game. This year the Orange team came out on top and took the victory with a score of 21–16. However, the Black team did not go down without a fight. Each team played to the best of their ability as declared by Tight End Conner Ford. Ford stated, “We looked pretty solid
on both sides of the football. We still have a lot of work to do, but I’m sure that we’ll be ready for Faulkner come week one. [We’re] really looking forward to this season and seeing how far we can ride this train.” We are excited to see all of the exciting things that our Georgetown College Tiger Football team does next year and to see what our rookies are going to bring to the playing field next year.
GC Women’s Tennis team ends season on a successful note By AIDAN YOUNG Staff Writer Following the success of last year’s season, the Georgetown Women’s Tennis Team felt pressure to carry on the positive momentum that came in 2016. Losing three seniors, two of whom held second– team all conference honors, the young team was nervous about what was to come. However, it did not take much time for the women to surpass this hurdle. They now have a streak of 9–0. Lead by Juniors Shae Henry, Natalie Fiepke and Emily Novac, the team was able to finish regular season play with a 16–6 record including Mid–South Conference matches. To compensate for the exiting seniors, coach Jessica Cunningham brought in five talented freshmen to round off the team. Rookies Sam Reach, Ellen Postel, Madelyn Kauff-
man, Lauren Fazenbaker, and in many tough matches. She Madison Lett, all contributed accompanied this with a 14–4 to the team on and off the doubles record. court. Henry, Kauffthe number man, a one singles McCracken player for County the team, H i g h finished S c h o o l regular A l u m , s e a s o n ended the with a sinseason with gles record THE GEORGETONIAN/JUSTUS MARTIN a record of 11–8. of 17–2 Shae Henry focuses on the ball Henry also in singles during her match. competes matches, in doubles and a doubles record of 12–5. matches, finishing those with a Sophomore Abigail Ken- 12–5 record. nedy says Kaufman “clenched Henry came to Georgea lot of matches for the team, town from Henry Clay High including our 5–1 win over School and has been a cruCumberland University in the cial player for the team since Mid–South Conference.” arriving her freshman year. Fazenbaker, an Ashland Last season, she was the only native and number two for team member to receive MSC the team, finished the regu- Singles All–Conference First– lar season with a 10–6 sin- Team honors. Following that gles record after competing impressive achievement,
Henry earned the same acco- the Tigers as being ranked at lade this year, as well as Aca- number 25. demic All–Conference. Coach Cunningham says Post–Season Conference of the ranking, “It was a perplay started this past Sunday, fect end to a successful season. April 23. The Tigers upset To come back and beat a Cumberland University win- ranked team at conference ning 5–1 after obtaining a 3–0 shows the development of doubles lead on the first day maturity of this young team of matches. This was a big over the course of the season. achievement for the team, as They finished strong and the this win secured them a spot most exciting part is that they against Lindsey Wilson in the will all be coming back next conference semi–finals this season.” past Monday. While the Tigers could not overcome the newly ranked number two team in the nation, they had a truly impressive showing throughout their time in the tournament. National NAIA Women’s Tennis THE GEORGETONIAN/JUSTUS MARTIN Coaches Poll was Ellen Postel shows off her unijust released on April form. 25, and revealed
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The Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs this May By TREY SMALLWOOD Staff Writer If you can pull yourself away from studying for finals and maybe even finals you have, our commonwealth will be celebrating our biggest and most celebrative day of the year, The Kentucky Derby, on the first Saturday in May. The Kentucky Derby is a horse race held annually in Louisville, Ky. on the first Saturday in May, capping the two–week–long Kentucky Derby Festival. The race is a grade one stakes race for three–year–old Thoroughbreds at a distance of one and a quarter miles at Churchill Downs. Colts and geldings carry 126 pounds and fillies carry 121 pounds. The race is known in the United States as “The Most Exciting
Two Minutes In Sports” or year–old colts compete in a concern when a horse comes “The Fastest Two Minutes in series of races before the derby off a break, like Classic Empire Sports” for its approximate to earn points to qualify for the will be. He won his last grade duration. It is also dubbed derby. This year, in particular, one stakes in a hard–fought “The Run for the Roses” for the no horse has dominated these effort and then will have to blanket of roses draped come back in three weeks to over the winner. The run in the Kentucky Derby. Kentucky Derby is the But judging from his speed, first leg of the Amerhe has a lot left in the tank and ican Triple Crown will put himself in position to and is followed by the actually improve off this race. Preakness Stakes, then Another stand out who the Belmont Stakes. will be a serious challenger Unlike the Preakfor Classic Empire will be ness and Belmont McCraken. Stakes, which took Source: Louisville Images This horse was recently breaks from running Horses thunder around the first turn of beat at our local track, in 1891–1893 and the Derby. Keeneland, in a shocking 1911–1912, respectively, the races; so, there are many con- race where a long shot hit it Kentucky Derby has been run tenders to win the roses. big. However, every other every consecutive year since One of the biggest stand performance of McCraken 1875. A horse must win all outs has been the horse, Clas- has been impressive. This three races to win the Triple sic Empire. This is a classy horse has been having amazCrown. horse who wants to go the ing workouts and cannot be Each year the top three– distance. There is always some counted out of the race.
Even though horses Girvin, Gormley and Practical Joke seem like more likely options, you heard it first here that the longshot, horse–to–watch will be J Boys Echo. J Boys Echo is a horse bred for success. When you watch him run, you can see he is holding back. For a successful derby day, trainer Dale Romans will have to find a way to unlock this horse’s full potential. Unfortunately, J Boys Echo lost his typical jockey, Robby Albarado, to injury, which is never something you want to happen, especially at this late date. But, if you believe in history repeating itself, the last time Albarado lost a Derby mount due to injury, his horse, Animal Kingdom, captured the roses.
GC Lacrosse defeats Keiser University on Senior night By LINDSEY PHILLIPS Staff Writer Our Georgetown Lacrosse Team celebrated senior night on Friday April 21 with a great win at their last home game. Their opponent was Keiser University from Florida. GC Lacrosse is currently ranked number five in the nation and was quick to score five goals in the first two minutes and 19 seconds of the first half. This start propelled them to an impressive win, leaving the field with a score of 18–4. Unfortunately, Senior Brooklyn Fox was unable to play due to an arm injury. Nevertheless, she spoke fondly of
her senior night and the time she has spent helping build the team to what it is today. She stated, “As the first true lacrosse recruiting class to graduate, senior night this year it was very special to the players and coaches alike. We felt really honored to be a foundational part of such an amazing program the past four years, and the traditionally strung sticks from our coaches will always make us remember our time on the field here at Georgetown.” Each senior was given a custom strung lacrosse stick as a keepsake for all the sweat and tears they have put into this team. Fox was also hon-
ored to receive Second Team All–Conference. Through battling her injuries, she did not expect recognition in this way. This award speaks loudly to Fox’s true talent, character, and dedication. Sophomore goalie and defender Julia Tross has strong relationships with the senior class. She stated this about them graduating in just a few weeks, “This class was special. They were the first to be recruited, and each of them has left a lasting impact on this team. I love each one of them and will miss them terribly!” Avery Blackmon, sophomore midfielder, was awarded Conference Player of the Year
this weekend, which is a high honor. This season alone, she has received honors such as First Team All–Conference, National defensive player of the week, and Conference Defensive Player of the Week. She said, “I’m honored to be able to represent my team and school by being recognized as conference player of the year. But this could never have happened without the help from my teammates and the instruction of my coaches. They push me to get better every day and to go 100 percent. They give me the inspiration to just play and enjoy the game.” Blackmon scored her one hundreth goal and com-
pleted her two hundreth draw control on Friday. The team found out on Sunday that they qualified and will be participating in the coveted NAIA National Championship for women’s lacrosse in Greenville, S. C. Eight teams from various colleges will compete in tournament play, which will determine who will receive national honors this year. Other competitors include Ave Maira, SCAD, Davenport and a few others. It is an exciting time for the GC lacrosse team. Here’s to hoping they bring NAIA National Championship rings back to the Blugrass!
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: Mackenzie Zimmer–Sherrard By KALLIE FLEMING Copy Editor The Senior Spotlight this week is Mackenzie Zimmer Sherrard. She is originally from Louisville, Ky. and was brought to campus by her older sister, Morgan Zimmer. Initially, Mackenzie was determined to attend a different college than her older sister. “I wanted to have my own school,” Mackenzie explained. She knew she wanted to play soccer in college, and after touring many different campuses and meeting many different soccer teams, she gave in to her sister’s requests and scheduled a visit to Georgetown. During her visit, she practiced with the soccer team, alongside her older sister, and met many friendly faces. She also really enjoyed the snowball fight that was happening in the Quad during her visit. She remembers not wanting to go home after staying in Rucker for the night, “After I finally decided to come on a visit, I loved it.” Since she made the decision to attend Georgetown, she has been heavily involved on campus. Mackenzie is a Kappa Delta and has served
as Academic Success Chair, Standards Board and House Manager for the sorority. She was also captain of the women’s soccer team for two years, worked as an RA and was employed by the Writing Center. Mackenzie also mentioned being involved in Campus Outreach, the Investment Team and Habitat for Humanity. As far as involvement off campus goes, Mackenzie credits Kappa Delta for opening a plethora of service doors and opportunities for her. She works closely with the Girl Scouts and Repair Affair. She has also volunteered with Active Heroes, which is a project that works with veterans. The soccer team works with The Spindle Top Program as well, which is an effort to reach out to small Hispanic communities through the game of soccer. As a flourishing member of the Honors Program and the Oxford Honors Program,
been literature classes. “I love Shakespeare,” said Mackenzie, with a smile. She also really loved taking the Hamlet Honors Seminar and an Ancient Ethic class. Mackenzie is a of part several Honors Societies including Alpha Lambda Delta, Omicron Delta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, Lambda Pi Eta and Sigma Tau Delta. On Tuesday, she was Submitted by Mackenzie Zimmer Sherrard awarded the Dean’s Scholar Mackenzie is thoroughly ded- Award from Dr. Rosemary icated to her academic success. Allen. She attended Oxford and was Following graduation, recently voted The Sorority Mackenzie intends to pursue Scholar of the Year. Mackenzie her master’s degree and hopes majors in English and minors to be a high school English in business administration. teacher. Her ideal master’s She expressed gratitude to degree would be in English Dr. Allen, Dr. Burch and Dr. and education. She is also Cooper for being mentors to interested in writing, as she her during her four years at spoke about how much she Georgetown. loves the editing and publishSome of her favorite classes ing process. during her college career have She will move to Quan-
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April 27, 2017 -11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fixing the Wind -11 a.m. Ministry Festival
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-Board of Trustees Meeting -11 a.m. Ministry Festival -5 p.m. – 9 p.m. President’s Club Annual Dinner
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tico, Virginia, after she graduates to be with her husband, who is a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. After six months, Mackenzie and her husband will move to Pensacola, Fla. , for his flight school. The one word that Mackenzie chose to describe her experience at Georgetown was enriching. She said that Georgetown has enriched her life in academics, friendships and community involvement. She is very appreciative of her time and experience as a Georgetown Tiger. She said, “It has given me a lot to be thankful for.” Mackenzie also gave plenty of advice to freshmen, so that they can be enriched as well. She said, “Make the most out of it. Step out of your comfort zone, go somewhere that you aren’t used to, join a club, try to tackle that class that you are really afraid to take. Make new friends, and talk to people that you wouldn’t usually talk to. Maybe get a few hours less sleep and go to a social function. Your undergraduate four years go by so fast and they shape you as a person. Don’t just sit in your room or go home every weekend. Step out of your comfort zone and be the best you can be!”
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By ELIZABETH SMITH Graphics Editor On my most recent lazy Saturday, I had the interesting experience of watching the Netflix original series “Santa Clarita Diet.” I’m not sure what prompted this life choice for my Saturday afternoon, but somehow my computer’s pointer icon was hovering over Drew Barrymore’s face, and I clicked play. Currently, there is only one season available on Netflix. However, these eleven episodes have earned 7.8/10 stars on IMDB (www.imdb.com). To be honest, the show was a little weirder than I had anticipated. The show expressed a sort of “Buffy the
Vampire Slayer” kind of weird. If you are a fan of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” and the use of paranormal activity to reveal contemporary issues, then this show may be for you. In this show, the mother in a family of three, Sheila Hammond, becomes a zombie. With little to no threat of an apocalypse strain of conflict, the central conflict of this series is this family’s attempts to maintain the normalcy of life as realtors. However, in becoming a zombie, Sheila is able to see how she has been absent in her daughter’s life and failing to embrace her confidence to her fullest potential, which has held her back in all aspects of day to day life.
Now, I would like to describe the plot–points that made this series such a binge worthy show. While I was only intending to watch the pilot episode to see what this show was about, I ultimately watched the entire season in one sitting. How could I stop watching when a realtor eats her coworker at the end of the first episode? Upon coming to terms with her new state of being, Sheila develops into an antihero as she decides to only pursue eating detriments to society: drug dealers, pedophiles and other felons. But, being a zombie with uncontrollable urges, there is a recurring event in the show where the mother accidentally
kills people. As the show progresses, Sheila becomes less and less human, which makes the cliff hangers at the end of each episode increasingly dramatic. The show has tendency to be excessively graphic: crunching of bones, blending of body parts, slurping of blood, etc. If any of those phrases made you uncomfortable then I suggest you shouldn’t watch this show, at least not on a full stomach. However, if you delight in supernatural scenarios, then I would recommend this show, as it offers a delightful twist on zombification for contemporary perspective.
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Tom Misch: artist, producer, visionary By ROSS SMITH
Arts & Entertainment Editor Hailing from the musically rich south London area, Tom Misch is a 21– year–old singer–songwriter, producer and DJ with a long history of music composition. Having started playing his first instrument at the age of four and writing his own compositions at age 11, Misch has developed some interesting ideas about music production. I first discovered Tom Misch’s music this year when I heard a friend of mine playing his music video for his song “Crazy Dream,” a jazzy hip hop track featuring Loyle Carner. The artistic elements of the video accompanied by Misch’s impressive musician-
ship and production were intriguing enough to prompt me to dig further. The first thing I found was an SBTV video on YouTube called “The Tom
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Tom Misch frequently shares his guitar playing on Instagram
Misch Experiment.” In the video, Misch proposes to SBTV a four–day event in which he would meet with four artists he had never met to create a track with each of them. Four days, four new artists, four tracks. SBTV agreed to support the project. Red Bull Studios was used during the production days. The challenge was daunting, but Misch goes on in the 15 minute video to accomplish this task. The result was extremely positive; Misch and the artists started from scratch, created good vibes with new music and, most importantly, forged a relationship from nothing. Misch states in the video that those four days were about helping other artists see their visions created; making something out of nothing. This attitude
is always a good place to start when creating music with a new artist. Inspired by the experiment, I researched him more on social media, finding that his talents continue. He is an experienced keyboard player, guitarist, singer and beat producer. What I enjoy most about Misch’s approach to music production is his devotion to the art. It’s not about him, it’s all about the music and the relationships formed in the process of creating it. His is a truly genuine appreciation for the craft. If you are interesting in giving Tom Misch a listen, you can find all his links on his website, www.tommisch.com. I hope his approach to music leaves you as inspired as I was!
Panic! At The Disco sells out KFC Yum! Center By HARLEY DUBLOW Staff Writer The iconic pop punk band, Panic! At The Disco, took their “Death of a Bachelor Tour” into Louisville on Sunday, April 9. I was lucky enough to attend the show, which also starred Saint Motel and MisterWives as the opening acts. Panic! At The Disco started out as a four man group back in 2004 with drummer Spencer Smith, lead guitarist Ryan Ross, bassist Jon Walker and frontman Brendon Urie. Their debut album, “A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out,” was released in 2005, when the members were all just graduating high school. In 2008, the band released their second studio album, “Pretty. Odd.” Unfortunately, Ross and Walker left the
band after this release due to conflicting ideas about the sound and direction they wanted Panic! to go in. “Vices and Virtues” was released in 2011 with the two remaining members. This also marked Urie’s first attempt at composing lyrics, as that was Ross’ job before he parted ways. It was after this album that Smith left the band, leaving Urie as a one man act. He kept the Panic! At The Disco name for his fourth album, “Too Weird To Live, Too Rare To Die!,” which was released in 2013. “Death of a Bachelor” was released just last year, and the album tour began in February of this year. The showing in Louisville marked their fifth to last show, so, as one could imagine, it sold out quickly. The entirety of the KFC Yum! Center was filled from the floor to the
nosebleed seats by the time Panic! took the stage, with people of all ages. Saint Motel opened up the show with a short selection of songs followed by MisterWives. Both bands included the use of brass and a jazz–esque vibe, which Urie uses heavily in all of his songs on the “Death of a Bachelor” album. Panic! At The Disco opened with “Don’t Threaten Me With A Good Time” followed by “L.A. Devotee.” They also included a medley of songs from “A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out” that included the likes of “Camisado” and “But It’s Better If You Do.” The band performed two covers during their set: “Movin’ Out” by Billy Joel and their iconic “Bohemian Rhapsody” cover by Queen. Urie even performed a drum solo to “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars.
However, perhaps the most breathtaking moment was when they performed “Girls/Girls/Boys” from the “Too Weird” album. During the performance, footage of LGBT movements were shown on the screens, and famous members of the community, such as Ellen DeGeneres and Zachary Quinto, were showcased in a pop art style. Fans had also printed out small hearts in different colors to hold in front of their phones’ flashlights to light up the stadium in rainbow colors to represent the pride flag. It was a moment of peace and acceptance that I am not sure can ever be put into words. The entire experience was surely something to remember, and I cannot stress enough how much I recommend seeing Panic! live if you ever get the chance.
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Maskrafters compel freshman to stay at Georgetown
By KENDAL WARREN Staff Writer A quarter of the way through the first semester of my freshman year, I was already planning to transfer. Not because I thought Georgetown is a subpar institution, or because I wasn’t fitting in, or even because of the food at the Caf (although that last one is pretty convincing). In fact, the naïve reasoning behind that potential decision is a whole other story; what’s important here is what convinced me to stay. In February of 2016, I came to Georgetown for the second time in my life. It was a day Georgetown dedicated to incoming students who were interested in the arts, and ended up being more life changing than I could’ve imagined. On this day, I met my roommate. On this day, I met two of my role models. On this day, I auditioned to be a Maskrafter. The first show I did here was directed by the wonderful
Ed Smith. This is a man with a boisterous attitude, hilarious wit and ridiculously kind nature all wrapped together with a bow tie. Auditions were of course nerve-racking, but also a lot of fun. And the fun never stopped. All the way up until we finished striking the set, there was always fun. Even when we spent long nights trying to get a set ready for an opening night that very week, it was still the best week of my college experience so far. When our second show with the legendary George McGee began a few months ago, the fun only continued. The people in this program are amazing. Our two directors are so invested in all of us. We have a stage designer who isn’t afraid to take on difficult projects. We have seniors who are so passionate about their craft that it’s such a shame to lose them, even though we know that they’re going on to do amazing things. We have juniors who are so diverse in their areas of expertise that
they effortlessly round out our group. We have sophomores who are already so talented that it’s sure to be a pleasure and a blessing to see what they can do in the years to come. And as for my classmates, the freshmen: well frankly, we don’t know what we’re doing, but we know that we have a whole group of people who see potential in us that they’ll bring to the surface if it’s the last thing they do. I said I wanted to transfer, but I couldn’t. I couldn’t leave behind a program that had already given me so much in such a short time. So the Maskrafters were the first people I told that I wasn’t going to be transferring,and their ecstatic reaction nearly brought me to tears. Apparently, they’d already known I wouldn’t be able to leave. It’s funny how that little group managed to see through me before I could. As a character said in the first show I ever did here, “maybe that’s part of being an actor, people can see right through you.”
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Opinion
Issue 11
April 26, 2017 Page 11
New healthcare plan appears disastrous By WILLIAM THOMAS Staff Writer For several years since its implementation, Kentucky’s online healthcare exchange service, Kynect, has been championed as one of the most successful enactments of the Affordable Care Act, including its role in expanding Medicaid for qualifying Kentuckians. Kynect was put into effect under the watch of former Governor Steve Beshear, but current Governor Matt Bevin has been working hard to reverse the good that has been done. In a move that should be shocking to Kentuckians, Governor Bevin is working to overhaul Kentucky’s Medicaid program, calling the process a way to “enhance” benefits of Medicaid recipients. Unfortunately, though unsurprisingly,
Bevin’s plan is not one that a job, passing a GED exam, will benefit Kentucky. Bevin’s losing weight and quitting move will not enhance ben- smoking, among others. Each efits, but rather will reduce time a Kentuckian completes them. Medicaid recipients are one of these activities, he or currently covered for vision and dental work, but the proposed changes will make it harder to access those benefits. Moreover, to earn the right to use the benefits, Bevin’s proposal suggests that Kentuckians must adhere to a “MyRewards” points system. The points can be earned by fol- From Flickr.com lowing several rules which Bevin deems moral and good for society. she will earn points in the form Included among these prac- of dollars that can be spent for tices, which can earn individ- healthcare. ual points, are: community These all sound fine and service, actively looking for dandy, and it is hard to argue
that they are good things to do, but it is wrong to require them in order for a Kentucky citizen to access healthcare. The most obvious concern is that those who are in need of healthcare might not be able to complete these activities to satisfy the requirements. An elderly Kentuckian who is bedridden simply will not be able to complete community service. Likewise, a single Kentucky mother who is working multiple jobs just to look after her children might not have time to complete such work. Just because the governor is a multi–millionaire, who lives in a mansion bought at a suspiciously discounted price, does not mean that his constit-
uents, especially those receiving Medicare benefits, are. Additionally, Kentuckians receiving Medicaid should be insulted that their own governor does not believe them honest enough to receive medical care. To award points to those who are actively searching for a job assumes that most people receiving Medicare benefits today are lazy people who want to live off the government without doing any work. The problem is, is that they are not! Kentuckians are not lazy, they are not liars and they do not deserve to be labeled as such by their governor. Governor Bevin is bad for Kentucky, bad for healthcare and bad even for those who voted for him. Kentucky’s healthcare has never been better. Now is not the time to dismantle it, overhaul it or throw it in the trash.
Bittersweet memories from an early graduation By KATILYN JACKSON Staff Writer “How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard,” said Winnie the Pooh. The wise words of Winnie the Pooh have never painted a more accurate depiction of my own life. As a senior graduating in only a few short weeks (I refuse to acknowledge the
actual number of days), I realize they were not kidding when they said time in college passes by in the blink of an eye. In no way does it feel like I have been at Georgetown for four years; perhaps, because it’s only been three. During the first semester of my freshman year, I realized I could graduate a year early as long as everything on my carefully planned schedule panned out. At that point
an internal battle waged as I loved Georgetown from the moment I set foot on campus, and there was so much I had left to pursue. They say that college is the best four years of your life, did I want to cut that down to three? Eventually, the knowledge that I COULD do it made me determined to try. Do I regret that decision now that I am facing the reality of many goodbyes? Surprisingly, I do not. Because of my
decision in that first semester, I have learned the value of each moment, and I feel like nothing has been wasted. No class was taken without a purpose, no leadership position was passed up and no friendship was pushed aside to revisit at a later date. Because of my decision, every day has counted, and I feel as though I have lived these three years to the fullest. So, if I could offer any piece
of advice to all Georgetown students, graduating early or going in for that victory lap, I would just encourage you to live with purpose. Resolve to befriend that person, apply for that position and get something out of every course. I promise you, it will make your goodbyes so much more difficult, but your memories abundantly more sweet.
T H E B A C K PA G E Bride kidnapping still exists By RACHEL CHEATHAM
A woman who thinks one is too much
Dear readers of the BackPage, Bridal kidnapping isn’t something we can ease ourselves into. For anyone who doesn’t know, bridal kidnapping is when “single young men kidnap their bride of choice and pressure them to agree to marriage” (rferl.org). Men who commit bridal kidnapping under Kyrgyzstan law can be charged with rape and kidnapping. Sadly, in reality, they hardly ever are. The sentencing is a maximum of three years with the minimum being paying fines. It’s a slap on the wrist judgement failing to eliminate crime. Obviously something isn’t working when “between 68 and 75 percent of marriages in Kyrgyzstan take place with bride kidnapping” (rferl.org). The lack of consent is alarming but perhaps what’s even more suprising is how deeply rooted stockholm syndrome is within the tradition. Women of previous marriages originating with bridal kidnapings do their part to force the newly kidnapped girl to accept the marriage. Ironically, the marriage ceremonies can not commence until she relents to wearing a ceremonial white scarf, symbolizing her marriage. Norkuz, a kidnapped bride, physically wrestled with the groom’s female relatives for an hour in order not to have the white scarf placed on her head. She gave up after an hour. “Ideally in Kyrgyz circles, a bride’s family gets a price for their daughter, but Norkuz is 25—considered late to
marry—and the women remind her she is lucky she was kidnapped at all” (pbs.org). This isn’t isolated to Kyrgyzstan. It’s common in Ethiopia, Burma and other parts of Central Asia. “In 2003—the last year for which statistics are available—the National Committee on Traditional Practices of Ethiopia found that 69 percent of marriages begin like this, with the triple– whammy of abduction, rape and a forced signature” (independent.co.uk). It’s rare for women to escape from their kidnappers. They often relent or commit suicide. Of the women who do, the majority are faced with backlash because they are thought to be ‘impure’ and can be ostracised from their families. The reasoning for bridal kidnapping can vary. For some kidnappers, it’s because the woman they want to marry has rejected them. Perhaps they’ve only seen her once. In the case of Burmese women, it’s a population problem. 30 years of China’s one child per family policy coupled with tradition placing preference on boys over girls has left the country with approxiametly 120 men per 100 women. It’s estimated that by 2020 there will be 24 million Chinese men who won’t be able to find wives (telegraph.co.uk). While marriages can go through the legal match–making process, bride kidnapping and selling has become just as popular. It might be because for around a $1,000 you can buy a Burmese girl.
The Burmese women are sold into what some call “martial slavery” (telegraph.co.uk) because they were tricked to come across the border to China for the promise of jobs. The ostracization of women escaping their kidnappers could alleviate if more cultures eliminated the virgin idolatry mindset. It’s a common theme with bride kidnappings. In the 17 countries that practice bride kidnapping, they also prioritize a woman’s virginity above her safety. Because the kidnapped women know they’ll likely be ridiculed and judged as ‘damaged goods’ if they refuse the forced marriage many relent to it. Boge Gebre is the women’s rebellion in Ethiopia. Repeatedly throughout her life she was told to accept the nature of her surroundings. This was the way things were, so don’t make a fuss. She said, “I thought–how can this be my culture, if it kills me? What is culture? It is something that is constantly changing. In Europe, you burned witches. That culture changed. Every woman has a sense of her own dignity. “I knew I was not a cow, a chattel, and I did not want to be treated like one. No woman wants to be abducted or cut up. This is true whatever your culture. Culture is not stagnant–it is transient”(independent.co.uk). Her movement has empowered both women and men in her community to push for equality. She and her
companions are moving to eradicate genital mutilation and forced marriages. Unsuprisingly, getting rid of these practices is only the beginning, not the end, for the fight of equality. Daughters will still be forced to enter marriages their fathers approve of, but as Boge Gebre stated, “it’s progress.” Gebre has been able to create an accepting community for women who escape from thier forced marriages. Instead of being ostracized they will be celebrated for their bravery and strength. Instead of having to forgo their education, the girls and women are able to earn scholarships to schools and universities. So, how can we help? For starters, raising awarness, because otherwise this will continue. We can expedite the end of forced marriages the more people discuss and talk about them. We can demand governments investigate and hold the perpetrators accountable as their law demands. Finally, we need to enable and empower women in our own communities, because if they feel week then we won’t ever be strong. In the words of Audre Lorde, “I write for those women who do not speak, for those who do not have a voice because they were so terrified, because we are taught to respect fear more than ourselves. We’ve been taught that silence would save us, but it won’t” (bustle.com).