Issue 20

Georgetown College’s Student–Run Newspaper

November 9, 2016

TRUMP WINS ELECTION

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By EVAN MOORE Editor–in–Chief In what can only be called a once–in–a–lifetime historic election, Donald Trump will succeed President Barack Obama in becoming our 45th president.

At 2:39 a.m. Wednesday morning, Hillary Clinton called Donald Trump to concede the election. With the states of Pennsylvania, Michigan, Arizona and others still undeclared, Jake Tapper of CNN said, “The votes for Clinton just aren’t there.”

Soon after 10:30 p.m., BBC, Fox, CNN and other sources gave Ohio to Donald Trump, at the time giving him 167 Electoral Votes. Soon afterward, Clinton won Virginia,

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giving her 122. At 10:45 p.m., the New York Times gave a 93% chance of Trump winning.

The biggest shock for many observers came when Donald Trump led in Florida for over two hours, officially gaining its 29 Electoral Votes at 11:35 p.m.

This, along with a win in Michigan, gave Trump momentum that carried through the night.

Kentucky overwhelmingly voted for Trump over Clinton.

President Elect Donald Trump began his campaign advocating for stronger border policing and trade deals. He would come to denounce the U.S.’s military actions in the Middle East and the current trade deal of NAFTA. He also wishes to leave NATO. Having run as an anti– establishment candidate,

Trump has promised to make the following acts, among others, illegal during his presidency: becoming a lobbyist within five years of serving in government, accepting foreign Source: Wikipedia.com donations for elections Donald Trump began his campaign in June of 2015. and becoming a lobbyist at all after serving to come together as one in an elected position. He has united people.” He also also pledged to lower corpo- said, “The forgotten men rate taxes from 35% to 15% and and women of our counclose tax loopholes. try will be forgotten no Among his other poli- longer.” cies include building a wall The Electoral College along the southern border and will officially vote for the repealing and replacing the president on December Affordable Care Act. 19, 2016, and the Senate During Trump’s accep- will count the votes on tance speech, he said, “We January 7, 2017. Trump Source: Wikipedia.com owe [Clinton] a major debt of will be sworn in on Janu- Hillary Clinton began her campaign in April of 2015. gratitude ... It is time for us ary 20, 2017.

Unidentified man trespasses in Knight Hall page 2

Beard and Mustache Championship page 4

The Georgetonian to deliver papers around the community page 7

Cubs win World Series for first time since 1908 pages 10, 11

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News Unauthorized man enters Knight Hall

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Global

Headlines Compiled by William Thomas On a plane bound for Mexico City, a snake slithered out of the overhead bins to the horror of many passengers. The plane made a priority landing so the snake could be secured. Scientists have discovered an increasing number of twoheaded sharks every year since 2008, but they have yet to explain what might be causing the phenomenon. After someone allegedly stole a candy bar and left a note in one Kansas State University student’s car, Kit Kat donated 6,500 pieces of the candy to replace it. Hungary’s parliament rejected a plan by the prime minister to ban migrants from resettling in the country. The measure was only two votes short of passing. Thousands of protesters in Hong Kong have clashed with police while trying to protest the capital’s attempts to halt independence activism. A gunman in South Sudan opened fire on a group of soccer fans watching a game on TV on Monday, killing nine and injuring 11.

By DOUG MOLLETT News Editor Around 7:48 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the Phone–a–Thon office in the basement of Knight Hall, an unidentified man came into the hallway in which employees were working. He allegedly walked past the room, looked to see who was inside, smirked at a female employee then came back and stood outside the calling room towards the left of the doorframe.

He proceeded to inappropriately touch himself for at least a minute with the intent of self–arousal. One female employee, Aubri Layson, was on one side of the room, and the other two female callers were on the other side of the room.

The building was unlocked at the side door by the art building, but the door was not propped. The man had to have either watched the door or checked every door to see that it was unlocked.

“The man clearly had unlawful intent to purposely trespass in a historically well known all–female dorm and specifically a hallway that would be filled with dorms if not converted to offices,” Layson said.

A few minutes later, he left. Layson locked the calling room and called campus safety. Campus safety never came. The dispatcher told the officer

that the students were outside, so the officer never checked inside the building. The employees waited in the room for 20 minutes before they left.

Campus Safety was called a second time from the library so the employees could describe the occurrence and give a description of the man.

Layson met with Student Life and the Assistant Director of Source: Georgetowncollege.edu Campus Safety, and Knight Hall is a female dorm, and the basement is they have already used as office space for various departments. worked on increasing campus security not be a serious threat, but this man and making Knight Hall a more secure purposely trespassed, entered an all– building. female dorm and acted in lewd ways.

Layson also met with Provost Dr. I feel strongly that campus residents Allen, and Layson said that she was should be aware of the situation to very attentive and encouraging and ensure their safety and to prevent furgave advice on how to get the informa- ther instances,” Layson said. tion out to the student body.

According to the report Layson Dr. Melissa Scheier was also sup- gave to Campus Safety, the man was a portive throughout this process and middle aged, Caucasian man, around never ceased to show her care and ded- 50, around 5’8, with an average build. ication to the well–being of students.

He was not athletic, but not overweight.

“This very well could be an isolated He had grey short hair of about an inch incident, but I feel that campus has the in length and a well–groomed grey right to know what is occurring. It may beard. He was well–dressed wearing a blue–green color palate. He had no noticeable tattoos, scars or markings.

“Regardless of the seriousness of this one incident, it was severe enough to my callers and myself, and I personally believe it’s better to be safe than sorry and that it doesn’t hurt to have a well–informed campus population.

“My main goal in advocating is for students to know that they need to be careful. Be attentive when walking at night and try not to walk alone. Do not prop or unlock doors. Be alert and responsible,” Layson said.

If you see anyone that fits the description given in an unauthorized location, please contact Campus Safety at 502–863–8111.

Campus Headlines Panhellenic Council holds recruitment panel

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By BAILEE BOGGESS Staff Writer On November 3, the Panhellenic Council hosted a panel in which current students within the Greek community gave insight about what joining Greek life actually entails. The event took place at 11 a.m. in the Ward Room in the library.

Traditionally, there is a meeting during the week of recruitment in the spring semester that gives a brief overview of different aspects of Greek life such as payments, GPA Requirements and more. However, this year the Panhellenic Council decided that it would be more beneficial to women interested in joining Greek life to provide a more detailed meeting during the fall semester.

There were two representatives – the president and the Panhellenic delegate for each sorority: Alpha Gamma Delta (Rachel Daniels & Abby Siever), Kappa Delta (Rachel Rouse & Sydney

Berry) , Phi Mu (Sarah Brooks & Shelby Vogel) and Sigma Kappa (Beth Brooks & Chandi Wilson). The representatives were there to answer questions asked by both students and those suggested by members of the council. Representatives from Zeta Phi Beta were also in attendance.

The event proved to have a great turnout, as over 60 women who are potentially going through recruitment showed up. Each person was given an information sheet to take home with them that described the aspects of each sorority.

The cost of recruitment was changed to $25 before the start of 2017 and $30 after 2017 on January 1. Registration is December 1 through January 18.

At the beginning of the event, the Panhellenic Council President Amy Kao described what the council actually was for those who were unfamiliar with what the body was concerned with. She told her hopes for the coun-

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cil in the future and for the upcoming recruitment season: “We are really excited about the upcoming recruitment in the spring and encourage women across campus to go through.

We want the process to benefit the entire Greek sorority community, and for those who want to go through to be as informed as possible so they can plan ahead.”

Those in attendance were then informed about the recruitment process that will take place in the spring.

The schedule of the events for each day was given and what requirements were necessary to register to go through recruitment. Then, the basics of what can and cannot be said for both potential new members and sorority members were given.

When it came time to branch out into the individual sororities, a list of questions were asked: What are the values of your sorority?, What is your philanthropy?, What is the general stereotype about sorority life that is not

true on Georgetown’s Campus?, How has being in a sorority changed you as a person?, What is a way that sorority life can help you in the future? and What is one thing you wished you had known before going through sorority recruitment?

These were the questions that the council felt were pertinent for those interested in going through recruitment to know. Questions were then taken by the students in attendance.

An ornament painting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Jones Hall Nelson Suite across from the Caf. This will be a great opportunity to get in the holiday spirit and to get to know others going through recruitment.

The Panhellenic Council’s Instagram is @GCPanhellenic1829. Students are encouraged to follow this account to stay up–to–date on schedules and events that Panhellenic Council will be hosting.

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Beard and Mustache Championship captivates

By WILLIAM THOMAS Features Editor

Each year, hundreds of beautifully–bearded men gather together to show off their manes in what might very well be one of the “manliest” competitions on the planet. The National Beard and Mustache Championships, which are presented

by Just for Men, a manufacturer of men’s hair coloring products, take place each fall.

This September, the famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn., hosted the event.

In what might be a shock, the competition is not merely just who has the best beard. Rather, the competition boasts eighteen categories, ranging from “full beard freestyle” to “Dali mustache” to “Fu Manchu.” The cate-

gories follow the traditional categories of the World Beard and Mustache Championships, and each one has specific guidelines and limitations regarding the length and styling of the hair.

Thousands of people gather to observe the competition, but a total of seven judges are used to determine the winners. Judges, who are picked for their fairness and are not to know any contestants, are told to choose winners based on how the facial hair best enhances their overall appearance, style and personality.

This year’s overall winner was Taylor Welden, who also took home first place in the “Verdi beard” category. A Verdi is a short, round beard with a length not to exceed 10 centimeters.

It is often accompanied by a distinct, styled mustache.

It is named after Giuseppe Verdi, an Italian operatic composer known for works such as La Traviata, II Travatore and Rigoletto (realmenstyle.com).

Though perhaps the main interest in the competition is the beards, the organization also prides itself in having a chosen beneficiary each year. This year’s beneficiary was the Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s (TWF) “Hunters for the Hungry” program. Beard Team USA donated $1 for every ticket sold to the program and ensured that a minimum of $5000 would be donated.

The National Beard and Mustache Championships website offers several tips for those who might want

to compete in the competition. They highly recommend experimenting with different styling and grooming techniques long before the competition, and they urge contestants to keep their beards clean. They also encourage tasteful use of accessories to highlight the beard, including hats or sharp, tasteful costumes.

The competition is open to any and all who want to compete, including women.

They only ask that no fake beards are used in competition. The next National Beard and Mustache Championships are in Los Angeles, Cali. on November 10–11, 2017. More information on the competition can be found at www.nationalbeardchampionships.com and more information on TWF can be

found at tnwf.org.

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Winner of the Beard and Mustache Championship.

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Sports & Recreation

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Georgetown Basketball shines at Brescia

By DOUG MOLLETT News Editor

The Georgetown College Men’s Basketball team had a tough challenge on Wednesday when they hosted Brescia University out of Owensboro, Ky. The Brescia Bearcats never let the Tiger’s lead get too far away from them; at one point they had the lead cut to five.

The Tigers fought back with a high point run, and they came out with the win 85–73.

“This was not our best effort, and our guys know that. We must be better and do the little things that we talk about every day,” said GC coach Chris Briggs. “[Brescia] kept us off balance and out of rhythm for much

of the game…We needed to pull out a win against the we appreciate EKU for hosta game like that, and it will Colonels, but they fought ing us,” said coach Briggs. make us better.” hard against the NCAA Divi- He went on to say that he Quan Poindexwas proud of the ter finished the game Tigers and the with 16 points. Trent improvements Gilbert ended with his they had made game-high 23 points, 16 since their game coming from the first on Wednesday. half. He had four three The Tigers –pointers and shot great had a total of 14 from the free throw line. turnovers, shot Chris Coffey had his 11-19 from the second double–double foul line and of the season with 13 let the Colonels Source: Georgetowncollege.edu points and 15 rebounds.

The Tigers look to build upon the success that take six offensive Troy Steward had 12 they saw last year, making it to the National rebounds. points.

Troy Steward Championship Game.

On Sunday, Nov. 6, led the team with the Tigers traveled to Rich- sion I basketball team. At 18 points. Chris Coffey had mond to play the Colonels of one point, the lead was cut to 17, and six of his points came Eastern Kentucky University three. from impressive dunks. for the first time since 1960.

“It was a great game to “It was a great atmoThe Tigers weren’t able be a part of and once again sphere to play in and really

good for our guys to get that chance to compete against that caliber of a team this early in the season,” Briggs said.

The Tigers continue with the regular season on Friday at 5:30 p.m. against Midway in the Central Bank Jim Reid Classic. Georgetown will play Alice Lloyd at 4 p.m. on Saturday, and the women’s basketball team plays Saturday at 2 p.m. against Columbia College (Georgetowncollegeathletics.com).

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The Tigers make the most of their second to last game of the regular season against Univ. of Cumberlands.

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The Lady Tigers Basketball started their season off with a losesagainst Lindenwood Univ., but bounced back with a win over Lourdes University.

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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: TURNER ALTMAN

By DOUG MOLLETT News Editor This week’s spotlight is Senior Turner Altman. Turner is a biology major and chemistry minor (yes, he survived Dr. Fraley’s lab quizzes) from Pikeville, Ky., a city in southeast Kentucky commonly known as “God’s Country.”

After college, Turner plans to attend optometry school and then move back to eastern Kentucky. He hopes to start his own optometry practice, then become involved with local and state government and leadership.

“I have a huge passion for the people of Kentucky, especially Eastern Kentucky. I want to do my part by giving my time and skill set to make my community a better place,” Turner said.

Turner embodies the qual-

ities that Georgetown College instills in its students. He first became involved with GC because many of his family members attended school here. Aside from that, Turner really liked the fact that we had a residential campus.

“I wanted to be able to live with my college classmates, not just get an education with them,” Turner said.

Turner loves that GC is a small school with small Photo submitted by Turner Altman classes. He really Turner, pictured with his girlfriend Victoria, hopes to wanted to get attend optometry school after he graduates. to know every-

one well and be able to have discussion–based classes.

“To me, Georgetown was the perfect balance in academic prestige, extracurricular activities and a social life. All three of these things I value greatly and didn’t want a college that just emphasized one,” Turner said.

On campus, Turner is one of the most involved students.

He has served two terms as Student Government Association Pres-

ident. He is the current president and he served during the 2014—2015 academic year.

Additionally, Turner has served as an Interfraternity Council (IFC) Delegate, Board of Trustees student representative, Tiger Tour Guide for the Office of Admissions, member of the investment team, Orientation Leader, resident assistant (RA), resident director (RD) and FFG Leader.

He also is a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity where he serves as the Ritualist and an Executive Council Member.

Off campus, Turner isn’t as involved, but he does enjoy long walks on the beach, riding polar bears in the Arctic and picnics…because who doesn’t love picnics?

Turner’s favorite Georgetown College tradition is deficont. on p. 7

Thank you from the Maskrafters The Maskrafter’s most recent play, “Shakespear in Hollywood” debuted Friday, Oct. 28 and had its final showing this past Sunday, Nov. 6.

By ED SMITH Theatre and Film Professor The Department of Theatre & Film, the Maskrafters and the cast and crew of Shakespeare in Hollywood offer our applause and thanks to all the students, faculty, staff, family and friends who attended the show. We are grateful for your support, and we look forward to seeing old friends and new faces for the spring production, Love/Sick (March 31, April 1–2, 7–9).

Photo submitted by Dr. Ed Smith

Features Georgetonian to be distributed in community

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By BAILEE BOGGESS

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paper across the community by placing stands similar to those on campus, which were purchased with the help of SGA, in various locations.

Community Hospital. These are all locations that are heavily trafficked in the city, and The Georgetonian newspathe staff hopes there will be a per has been a part of Georgelarge amount of traffic to pick town College’s up a newspaper. campus since the Just as they are on paper’s founding in campus, the news1903. Over the past papers will be free hundred years, to the community. the newspaper has Each business grown to become a and facility has widely read weekly expressed excitenewspaper. It is a ment about the soon student–run orgaawaited arrival of nization and has the newspapers, had many different especially the public formats. It is apprelibrary. At the Scott ciated by both curCounty library, rent and former they will be placed students of Georgeon a stand with town, the faculty the News-Graphic, and staff of the colanother local publilege and surroundcation. ing community of Staff member the city of GeorgeWhitney Bryan town. shares her thoughts However, even on new community though the suroutreach for the rounding commuGeorgetonian: “The The Georgeotnian/WILLIAM THOMAS three official places nities already value the newspaper, the Managing Editor Doug Mollett shows off the new that we are setting Georgetonian staff newspaper racks, which have been placed around up news stands decided that they campus and the community with the help of SGA will definitely bring wanted the colle- grant funds. more of a commugiate newspaper to nity awareness and gain more readers throughout Some businesses that have strengthen the relationship the city. been definitively chosen are between the college and the The editors and staff have Fava’s, the Scott County Public citizens of Georgetown. We planned to distribute the news- Library and the Georgetown want people in the community Staff Writer

to know what is going on at the college and get a better idea of what GC is really about.”

Editor–in–Chief Evan Moore, when asked about the new initiative, said, “In general, print newspapers are losing appeal. Mass media news on television and the internet has hit the newspaper business, The Georgetonian not

withstanding. However, this support from the community and the want for our publication shines on our future. We are more than happy to reach out beyond the college.”

Be on the look–out for the Georgetonian in stores and comunity gathering places next time you are out and about in Georgetown.

QUOTE MY GEORGETOWN PROFESSOR “Today was just one of those Mondays when I just didn’t want to participate in life.”

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Georgetown Tree Huggers

Turner, cont. from p. 6

nitely the Christmas Light Competition. “Nothing gets me more excited than seeing the Quad covered in Christmas lights!” Turner said.

Turner also very much enjoys Lambda Chi Alpha par-

ties at the Plum Tree Chinese but sometimes having fun restaurant. needs to take precedence over For underclassmen, Turner getting a 4.0.” has this advice: “Be involved in everything that you have passions for and truly make a difference. Make good grades,

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This week’s Tree Hugger is Sophomore Maddie Fletcher.

ArtsEntertainment The Cordovas will be in Lexington November 23

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By ROSS SMITH Arts & Entertainment Editor As a lover of music, I am always excited for new opportunities to experience live shows. While listening to flawless, studio–produced records is always a pleasure, there is nothing like witnessing a great, live show. I find them to be more exciting and moving, and would suggest them to anybody who loves music of any kind.

Because I think this is so important, I would like to encourage my readers to consider seeing the Cordovas in Lexington at The Burl on Nov. 23.

The Cordovas are a national touring, Nashville–based rock band.

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Their talented musicians include Joe Firstman, Lucca Soria, Jon Loyd and Graham Spillman. They have toured at over 50 U.S. locations, including a headlining performance in Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley for Lightning 100’s Nashville Sunday Nights.

After listening to their 2012 self– titled album, I find their southern– rock sound to be classic

and soulful. Their music offers a relaxing vibe–it’s easy listening that anyone can enjoy. I especially enjoy the musicianship on their record “Old Dog,” which offers beautiful lyrics, a catchy steel–string and excellent harmonies.

The band spent last winter in Baja, Mexico working on new music with Grammy nominated producer

The first person to take a picture of a completed and correct puzzle and tag @georgetonian will be featured in our next issue.

Kenneth Pattengale of The Milk Carton Kids. What is most exciting is their new album, which is set to be released next summer.

Because the band is filled with talented musicians, I am confident that their live show will be a satisfying experience–especially for fans of southern/rock music. If you are interested in going to the Cordovas’s event at The Burl in Lexington on Nov. 23, I suggest you check out their music first, which you can stream for free on Spotify.

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Why you should check out FX’s “Atlanta”

By RYAN SIMMS Staff Writer When I first heard that Donald Glover (aka Childish Gambino) had gotten the rights to executively produce and star in a new comedy–drama show, I was intrigued. Donald Glover has a lot of experience in the acting industry with a co–star role in the fan favorite “Community” on NBC and was a writer for cult classic “30 Rock.”

My main concern with the announcement was whether or not Glover could deliver as both the producer and star of the show. However, after binge watching the entire show this past weekend, I was thankfully proved wrong—“Atlanta” has quickly

become one of my new favorite series out now on television.

The plot centers around a young Earn (played by Donald Glover) who is a Princeton dropout living in Atlanta with no money looking to make a big break to support his on–and–off girlfriend and small daughter. Earn discovers his cousin who raps and performs under the stage name “Paper Boi” and attempts to take his career off the ground.

The music featured in the show is compiled and collected by Donald Glover and features some old classics such as “Other Side of The Game” by Erykah Badu and “Elevators (Me & You)” by Outkast and new hits such as “Oui” by Jeremih, “Skrt Skrt” by Kodak

Black and “Broccoli” by D.R.A.M ft. Lil Yachty.

The first four episodes have received a 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and have been critically acclaimed by fans and critics alike. The characters in the show are all fresh and new, and they seem to connect pretty well with the audience, based on the show’s growing fan base.

One of my favorite characters on the show besides Donald Glover is Keith Stanfield who plays Darius in the show. Darius is the second–hand man to Paper Boi and develops a friendship with Earn throughout the season. Keith Stanfield has a pretty wide catalogue dating back to his debut appearance in “Short Term 12” in 2008 and, most

and Central America while honoring and celebrating this awesome holiday!

The Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout the country and by people of Mexican heritage living in other parts of the world.

The holiday is actually a three–day celebration during which family and friends gather to pray for and remember their loved ones who have died. The holiday is festive, joyous and meant to celebrate the lives of those who have passed.

Many people of Mexican heritage will argue that Day of the Dead is the most important holiday of the year.

The Lexington celebration had a great turnout, having over 600 confirmed responses on Facebook. People in attendace were able to colaborate with artists to create traditional arts and crafts while learning about the history of the holiday and the Mexican culture.

Attendees were able to join dancers and musicians in a candlelight parade

from the Living Arts and Science Center to the Old Episcopal Burying Ground to view a large exhibition of altars created by artists and various community groups. Decorating altars is one of the most common forms of preparation for this holiday.

Also at the celebration, various food trucks from authentic Mexican restuarants pleased guests.

Aside from the food, one of my favorite parts of the night was seeing all of the “Sugar Skulls” (calaveras) colored by elementary school students from all across Lexington. The skull is another very important symbol for Day of the Dead festivities.

Raygan Kilby, a sophomore, attended the event for her Spanish class. She said, “The Day of the Dead Festival was a great experience! I loved getting to witness the Latino culture right here in Lexington! Plus, the food and the atmosphere were asombroso!”

Sophomore Caroline Richards also attended. She said, “the food and music

recently, “Dope” in 2015 and a role as Snoop Dogg in “Straight Outta Compton.”

The second episode is probably the most profound in the whole season, where Donald Glover and show director Huro Murai delve into issues of mental illness and police brutality with such boldness that it is hard not to be impressed.

With season two already being renewed due to popular demand, it seems as if most people would agree with me when I say “Atlanta” is one of the most fascinating new shows of recent times.

El Festival del Día de los Muertos

By DOUG MOLLETT News Editor Last week, the Living Arts and Science Center in Lexington hosted a fun, cultural event that everyone could enjoy. The Day of the Dead Festival (El Festival del Día de los Muertos) was held on Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 5–9 p.m.

Attendees were able to enjoy live music, dance performances, art exhibitions and traditional foods of Mexico

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were both awesome, and I loved the artwork from the elementary students around the county. I think it’s something important for kids to learn about so that Hispanic students feel like their holidays are just as important. It was so cool to watch so many people come together and celebrate their own culture and share it with Lexington!”

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Trump wins presidency, shocks nation

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By PEYTON GRIFFEE Staff Writer

Well the improbable has happened: Donald Trump has won the Presidency. While many did not think this day would come, it is here. Last night in a shocking turn of events Donald Trump beat Hillary Clinton to become the next President of the United States. The good news is that we are still here and, no, this is not the end of the world.

While I for one do not think Donald Trump is going to be a good president, this is not the end of days. We, as a nation, will survive this. Mr. Trump, contrary to many peoples’ beliefs, will not just have free reign on our government.

Fortunately for us, we live under a government that has checks and balances, and Mr. Trump will be kept in check by our system. Sadly, Mr. Trump’s nomination, and now his victory, have shown that

there is a huge swing towards populism in this country, specifically in the Republican Party.

The nativist rhetoric by Mr. Trump will be hard to overcome for many. This includes me. Personally I can no longer call myself a Republican, as it appears that what the Republican Party wants and my beliefs no longer coincide.

I will continue to support conservative ideals but will no longer remain a Republican.

I hope that Mr. Trump proves me wrong; I hope he changes his tone and tries to heal the division he has helped cause. The division in this country is deep. We are more divided than we have been in a long time.

However, the country will survive these trying times. We, as a nation, have had some bad presidents, we have seen dark times before and we have always prevailed.

No, Donald Trump is not

the Anti–christ. He may be bad, but we will be just fine.

What we need to focus on now that this election is over is coming together. This has been one of the most divisive elections in history.

People have lost friends over this election, and violence has ensued. We can come back together as a nation. Regardless of our president, we can unite once more. We need to remember that we are all Americans, and that we are equals. It is time for change to be enacted. The President can not change the country, but you and I can. It is time we begin to heal this na-tion of its division.

While I am surprised by the outcome and the division it has caused, I believe this country will be just fine. As individuals, we can move on, and with each other we can make America whole again.

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Baseball is great again: Cubs win World Series

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If you happened to have missed the largest news story this side of politics, the Chicago Cubs (yes, those Cubbies) have completed the gauntlet of the Major League Baseball season and won the 2016 World Series.

The baseball gods have had it etched in stone for the last 108 years that the Cubs would not only lose baseball games, but do so in an agonizingly painful manner. Nevertheless, the impossible has occurred, and a storm of positive publicity for the sport of baseball has followed. Baseball is great again, and it is about

dang time.

Baseball is America’s pastime, and its roots run deeper than any other sport. It’s a game to be played by individuals young and old, a child’s game played by men to the excitement of every person regardless of lifestyle, ethnicity, beliefs or political views.

From the kids on the North

Opinion Baseball is great again (cont.)

Issue 19

November 2, 2016 Page 11

Side in Chicago playing wiffle ball in the street to the group of retired women watching spring ball in Arizona, baseball connects Americans like nothing else can.

In recent years, baseball has been said to be “too slow” and “declining” when compared to the NBA, NFL and other popular sports. I’ll see that argument and raise you a World Series Game 7 Indians comeback against the best closer in the MLB to force extra innings.

This was the exact event needed to kick–start the turnaround for baseball from t-ball

to the pros. It’s time to grab momentum by the horns. It’s time for cities large and small to promote the local little league. It’s time to call your uncle about getting that church league softball team together.

It’s time for minor league teams to promote the heck out of “kids get in free” nights. It’s time to encourage your little sister to tryout for the middle school softball team.

Most of all, it’s time to plan that trip to *insert favorite team’s city here* to catch the weekend series against the Cardinals because everyone loves to hate the Cardinals.

Speaking of catching a game, when buying tickets, baseball can appeal to every level of income. Whether you’re looking to spend the “big bucks” behind home plate or are looking for the $5 seats, baseball can accommodate and provide you with a breathtaking view. It’s time to forget the $300 NFL nosebleeds and catch a game down the line for a tenth of the cost!

Baseball is the sport of the people; it’s refreshing to see players who are real people too. You don’t see baseball players making the headlines for all the wrong rea-

sons like you see NFL players do. Rather, you see Brandon Phillips taking 20 minutes of his pregame routine to interact with the fans, you see the feel-good story of Anthony Rizzo overcoming cancer or you follow players like Brandon McCarthy on Twitter. You feel a connection with them through a game you played when you were little, and they continue to play today.

Sure, basketball has the high scoring, football has the hard hits and hockey has the fights; but baseball gives you so much more: the crack of the bat, the pop of the mitt, the

diving stops, the bang–bang plays, the brush back pitch leading to the bench clearing brawl.

There’s strategy and luck, there’s pure talent and dedicated practice, there’s strength and finesse, there’s love and hate, joy and heartbreak and there’s even the Cubs winning the World Series. It is time to forget the fad–sports and re– embrace the greatest game ever played.

By BAILEE BOGGESS

to, Americans have turned the holiday into a secularly celebrated event. Now, it is characterized by children dressing up as characters in costumes and travelling from home to home “trick–or–treating.”

Halloween has given the candy industry a huge boom over the years, which has been very good for the economy as a whole. It is also not a holiday limited to just children, as many adults enjoy the festivities through throwing parties of their own. American culture has engulfed Halloween as a ‘scary’ time of year, but is sometimes taken a bit too far (such as the clown epidemic that occurred before and around the time of Halloween).

When fall comes into full swing, Thanksgiving season begins. This is a traditional American holiday, as it celebrates the foundation of our great country. Commonly

associated with the pilgrims that settled in Plymouth, Massachusetts, the holiday holds its meaning as a celebration of harvest.

Those who celebrate the holiday find themselves gorging in harvest–related foods such as turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. While Thanksgiving in the past had a more religious meaning, it has now become a time where families enjoy time together and bond over a home–cooked meal.

Another important event associated with Thanksgiving is the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, which airs on TV and is held in New York City each year.

Christmas is perhaps the most awaited holiday all year.

While people all over the world celebrate Christmas, Americans are notorious for having the Christmas craze.

This is one of the only American-celebrated holidays that still retains its Christian background. It is a day set aside to celebrate Jesus Christ’s birth on December 25.

However, while many celebrate this wonderful moment in time, American culture has also placed a large emphasis on retail shopping for Christmas presents. In almost every home, you will be able to find a decked out Christmas tree filled with presents underneath. While this may seem like a holiday meant for buying, giving is also not forgotten as many organizations have grown accustomed to creating present–drives to give to those less fortunate.

Finally, New Years Eve marks the beginning of a new year, and a transition out of the old one. Americans truly enjoys this holiday, and it is centered around a large ball that is dropped in Manhattan

in New York City at midnight each year. This has happened every year since 1907, except during the second World War. Because of the correlation between this holiday and alcohol consumption, law enforcement often increases patrols and roadblocks during this time.

Overall, each holiday is unique in nature but all have been deeply ingrained into American culture. One thing to note is that many of them had a religious background during their origination but have since deviated from that due to the secular nature of American culture. One can ponder over whether this is a good or a bad thing. However, each holiday does have its positives by creating wonderful memories through the celebration.

It’s time: holiday season in the United States

Staff Writer In America, holidays are perhaps some of the most important rituals for those that enjoy them. From Halloween to New Year’s Eve, each holiday has its own special traditions. Holidays dominate vacation times, retail business and more. For those who enjoy holidays, it can be a time of enjoyment or it could also be a time of frustration. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most popular holidays celebrated by Americans.

First up, Halloween. As this one just passed, it may be easier to reflect on the festivities that took place just a couple of weekends ago. Traditionally a Celtic holiday that originated in present–day Ireland, the holiday originated as the eve before All Saint’s Day. While it no longer holds the specific meaning it once used

T H E B A C K PA G E

By RACHEL CHEATHAM

A woman who wants a better America

Refuting the Refusal of Refugees

Dear readers of the BackPage, With the Presidential election ending, the time has come to consider what we, the people, do next. Since I am writing this article on Election Day, it brings about the important question, in what ways is our newly elected President aiming to better the country?

Our immigration and refugee system need to be discussed, not only in the sense of illegal immigration, but also the pressing issue if and how many Syrian refugees we should admit into the country.

Senior Jacqui Johns interned over the summer at the Kentucky Refugee Ministries. Her duties as a Case Worker intern involved helping set up apartments, and taking social security appointments among other things.

What surprised her the most was the amount of responsibility resting on the shoulders of the KRM workers. They’re constantly trying to take care of all the needs of the refugees.

Johns explained most of the refugees coming through the organization come from the Congo, Afghanistan, Syria and Buton. Unfortunately, these same people have been through refugee organizations in the countries they are departing.

Marlee Mirre, the Volunteer and Donations Coordinator for K.R.M., shed more insight into her job, and also explained how she contributed to helping dispel streyotypes of refugees. While in college, she began working for K.R.M. Lexington as an intern. After her internship, the position for Volunteer and Donations became available and she got the job.

She said, “Not only am I able to work with clients from all over the

world, but I am also able to talk to individuals in the Lexington community about K.R.M. and give them some background information on where and the conditions from which our clients come from. Being the Volunteer Coordinator, I coordinate all volunteers that are working with K.R.M., onsite and offsite. Being the Donations Coordinator, I work with different groups and individuals to bring in necessary donations for Kentucky Refugee Ministries.”

Dana Lea answered questions about the media’s protrayal of refugees. She said, “We are always surprised by any negativity displayed against refugees in the media but recognize that often there is a lack of understanding of the process for resettlement and the intense vetting each individual and family must go through.

“This lack of understanding can be used to spread fear and then hate.

However, we believe the media in the U.S. is trying to dispel any incorrect rumors about resettlement and our agency, along with other affiliates around the U.S., work tirelessly to advocate upon the behalf of our refugee clients and to educate the general public about the misconceptions and actual realities of resettlement. Lexington in particular has been an extremely welcoming community for refugees.”

She continued, “We find that Lexington, being a university town, is already very diverse, and therefore more accepting of the international populations immigrating to the city.

KRM receives support in so many ways from volunteers, to cosponsors, to welcoming rhetoric from the Lexington community, including churches, community groups, student groups, organizations and nonprofits, and indi-

viduals and families. Despite a small but vocal minority of the population opposing the work we are doing, this is overwhelmed by the amount of support the organization receives.”

Dana Lea, the Community Engagement Coordinator, recognizes the issue of security, and the fear among Americans. “However, many Americans are not given the full story and fear and hate can easily spread due to a lack of education on refugee matters.

The United States’ refugee program is a very secure and highly vetted program for immigration to the U.S. “Many Americans tend to blend the issues Europe has with the migrant crisis and the US process. However, the situation in Europe is very different due to its proximity to locations of crisis, where the refugees are fleeing from.

The United States has a process that is very secure and refugees are basically handpicked to come to the U.S.” Lea went on to explain the largest issue with integration is security and the language barrier of being unable to speak English. “What is surprising is how quickly clients are able to pick up English in only a matter of years, and most clients have willingness and are eager to learn and be accepted into American society.

“Of course, it can be more difficult for integration when a specific population has a rather large diaspora in the host country. For Lexington, our largest refugee diaspora is the Congolese. Though this can make integration more difficult, it is also a safety net for individuals who are new to the U.S. You cannot overestimate the usefulness of having a community of people to help guide new arrivals.”

Johns shares a similar mindset.

While a popular belief is refugees are coming to take our jobs and take over our culture, she said that’s not the case. Although America may have its perks, Johns said refugees might not necessarily want to be here. Because, ‘here’ is not ‘home’.

Ted Cruz has made remarks in the past, saying “it’s ‘astonishing’ that only three percent of Syrian refugees admitted to the United States so far are Christian” (factcheck.org). While it’s true the majority of refugees will probably have different religions, different morals or ethics, that doesn’t mean we should turn them away.

It’s possible to integrate refugees into our nation smoothly and effectively. Just look at the Aljabooli family, the first Syrian refugee family in Iowa.

They were middle class Syrian citizens, “with lives marked by school plays and holiday vacations” (Time.com).

Refugees who come to America, or other nations, are families like our own.

At the end of the day, we can debate the security of our refugee systems. We can count all the reasons why certain groups shouldn’t be allowed in because their countries are under ISIS control.

But, we must have faith in our refugee system, and if it’s so far gone that we can’t stand it then we must reform it. Either way, we can’t simply accept disdain for government services without offering a solution to change them.

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