August 2020 Volume 1, Issue 1
A Publication of The Gonzaga Bulletin Newspaper
A publication of the Gonzaga Bulletin Newspaper
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August 2020
DEVELOP YOUR LEADERSHIP AT GU
Payne Center for Leadership Development We offer a variety of resources and services for the Gonzaga community including: - Leadership workshops - Retreat Planning - Leadership Consulting - Leadership Library - A list of leadership opportunities around campus Our Ou programs include Partnering with Housing and Residence Life to provide programming, workshops, and retreats for the Learns 2 Lead LLC in Coughlin. We also sponsor the Experiential Leadership Institute, a semester-long leadership program that engages sophomores and juniors in engage experiences, reflection, and hands-on projects designed to further develop the leadership potential within each student. Reach out to us at pcld@gonzaga.edu or find us on the 2nd floor of Hemmingson. Welcome to GU!
Do you want to study Leadership? Th The Comprehensive Leadership Program (CLP) fosters the development of individuals who lead for the common good. Students will earn a Minor in Leadership Studies once completing the CLP. This School of Leadership Studies progra program provides transformational student experiences focused on three dimensions: Self-Awareness Relationship with Others Community Action Find more information at Gonzaga.edu/CLP. First-year students can apply for CLP through Zagtivities, in late September. For questions, contact clp@gonzaga.edu.
Zag Mag
A Publication of The Gonzaga Bulletin Editor-in-Chief
Riley Utley
Managing Editor Spencer Brown News Editors Arts & Entertainment Editors Sports Editors Opinion Editor Photo Editor Advisers Technical Adviser Assistant Director, Student Media Program Coordinator
Melina Benjamin Thea Skokan Hannah Hislop Luke Modugno Natalie Rieth Vinny Saglimbeni Asher Ali Audrey Measer Chiana McInelly John Kafentzis Nick Deshais Brett Hendricks Joanne Shiosaki Kayla Cartelli
Contact Info: Email: bulletin@zagmail.gonzaga.edu Office phone: 509-313-6826 Advertising: 509-313-6839 or adoffice@gonzaga.edu
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Table of Contents Campus Life 2-5 Arts & Entertainment 6-9 Sports 10-12
A Letter from the Editor
It’s safe to say I was not expecting to introduce you, the class of 2024, to The Gonzaga Bulletin under these circumstances — those circumstances being in the middle of a pandemic and through the medium of a magazine. Here at The Bulletin we work incredibly hard to bring you the week’s news in a way that is relevant and interesting to our community here at Gonzaga. We pride ourselves on telling stories that students and staff will care about and relate to. Having the GU perspective on the news is important any time, but especially now. This year we will be working to innovate The Bulletin to fit this unprecedented time we are living in as well as find new ways to present content that makes our work more accessible and interesting to you — our readers. We hope that through this magazine you find some answers to questions you have about joining the GU community and introduce you to this wonderful campus and city we proudly call home. Though the future is a bit cloudy we do know that The Bulletin will always be here for you and we will work hard to make sure we are telling the stories you care about. Today finding these stories has never been easier. You can find us at our website (gonzagabulletin.com), all social media, on one of our many newsstands around campus and our brand-new app. We encourage you to read this magazine and all the content we continue to publish. And even more importantly we encourage you to engage with us because we can’t create our paper without your stories. So, reach out anytime. We also have created a tight knit community of writers, photographers and editors that is made up of people from all walks of life and we want you to join. All you need is a passion for storytelling or photographing to apply just email bulletin@zagmail.gonzaga.edu. With all that being said I’m so excited to have you as part of the GU community and can’t wait for all of us to be back on campus in the fall! Happy reading,
Riley Utley
it’s all in the past
HISTORY of GONZAGA
By HANNAH HISLOP
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onzaga University basketball may have gained the school national attention, but did you know that GU had a football team? Fr. Joseph Cataldo, Jesuit Superior of the Rocky Mountain Missions, purchased land in Spokane Falls in hopes to build a school for the Native American Tribes in the area. In 1881, Spokane Falls was approved to become a city and put on the map. The city had a telegraph line put in and the Northern Pacific Railroad built tracks lining the north side of the Spokane River. The small town grew to be a city, although that was not the original plan. “By October, 1883, a stone foundation was laid out for a brick building that would measure one hundred feet long and fifty feet wide, with a full basement,” says GU’s website. “It would contain living quarters for the students, classrooms, a kitchen and dining room, library, chapel and living quarters for the Jesuits.” Only seven students attended GU in 1887. They were from all over the coast like Spokane Falls hoped for. By the end of the century, seven grew to 224 enrolled students. In 1948, the first women were admitted to GU, finally marking it a coed college. As well as classical and commercial classes, schools of specialty opened up. “Reflecting the spirit of the times, a School of Economics and Business Education was opened in 1921. Also reflecting a
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national trend toward more standardized educational criteria, classes in education were added to the curriculum,” the GU website says. “Summer courses for teachers began in 1924, and in 1928 the Board of Trustees established a School of Education.” GU was granted legal status by the Washington State Legislature, opening the GU School of Law. Gonzaga-inFlorence was started in the 1960s added to the possibilities for GU students. As GU developed as a school, sports became a huge part of the schools’ identity. GU football gained national attention before basketball did. Unfortunately, the football team was cut from athletics when World War II started and the campus was left deserted as men left to go fight in the war. As you walk through campus, some of the names of these iconic and historic people may sound familiar. Foley Library, Crosby Center, St. Aloysius Church and Cataldo dining hall. These are people who have helped shape GU and make it the school it is today. Gonzaga surely has grown since the beginning of its history. Spokane and GU have advanced together. Hannah Hislop is a news editor. Follow here on Twitter: @hannahvhislop.
5 EVENTS
By DEVON IYOMASA
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FRESHMAN GAMES This two-week long fall semester tournament for freshmen includes indoor soccer, softball, flag football and volleyball with teams made up of your respective dorm/hall mates. ZAGATHON Zags and community members come together each year to host the annual Zagathon dance marathon. Participants dance the night away and raise money for Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital.
LOGAN BLOCK PARTY The annual Logan Block Party is a great way to get off campus and make connections with your neighbors. There you’ll find games, free food and live music.
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FALL FAMILY WEEKEND In October, Zag families are invited to campus for a weekend visit where they can get a glimpse of campus life from performances to Kraziness in the Kennel. It’s a great time to reconnect!
A Zag and parent on Fall Family Weekend.
CULTURAL CLUB DINNERS Zags and community members come together each year to host the annual Zagathon dance marathon. Participants dance the night away and raise money for Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital.
FINDING your PLACE
how to get involved at Gonzaga By MELINA BENJAMIN
CHIANA MCINELLY IG: @picsbychiana
Cultural clubs provide a space for identity-based community and cultural learning. This photo was taken of a student preforming at the International Student Dinner.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT Are you interested in changing your community for the better? The Gonzaga Student Body Association (GBSA) acts as the voice and representation of the student body to the administration and faculty, voicing concerns, perspectives and suggestions. To get involved, be on the lookout for spring elections for positions that require campaigning, such as senators and president and vice president. Additionally, applications come out for other positions decided through a hiring process. This includes class representatives and clubs and organizations. CULTURAL CLUBS These clubs provide a space for identitybased community and cultural learning. All are welcome. They spend the year preparing large festivals and events that take place on campus in the Spring semester. The clubs in the Unity Alliance of Cultural Clubs are Asian American Union, La Raza Latina, Filipino American Student Union, International Student Union, Black Student Union, Hawai’i Pacific Islanders Club, Indigenous People and Rights Club, Gonzaga Against Poverty and Queer Student Union. STUDENT MEDIA Student Media at GU is composed of The Gonzaga Bulletin student newspaper, Spires yearbook and four journals. Students have the chance to develop their creative side as all publications are written, designed and staffed by students.
COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEERING The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) hosts a youth program called Campus Kids, a mentoring program that establishes one-on-one, meaningful relationships between a fourth, fifth and sixth grade students and a GU student. The GU website states, Monday through Friday from 3:30 5:00 pm, GU mentors and their mentees can be see together working on homework, playing educational games together, or simply hanging out together. CCE also offers a variety of opportunities to engage with the community. ENVIRONMENTAL Gonzaga Environmental Organization (GEO) works to improve sustainability on campus and to promote methods to help conserve the planet. They have implemented sustainability projects on campus such as the sustainability thrift shop and have taken part in climate change initiatives. Along with Fossil Free Gonzaga, they advocate for fossil free divestment at GU in favor of investing in companies that greater align with GU’s mission statement. PROFESSIONAL GREEK LIFE The Alpha Kappa Psi – Phi Omega GU chapter is a coed professional fraternity open to all grades and majors. The slogan on its website says, “Shaping people, Shaping business.” Alpha Kappa Psi members use the business skills they are taught in the classroom to acquire life skills such as the art of compromise, consensus building, project management, team building and networking.”
student RESOURCES Health and Counseling (509)313-4052 704 E. Sharp Ave. The campus’ doctor’s office. If students need a checkup, counseling or medicine they can see the physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and nurses. Lincoln LGBTQ+ Center (509)313-5760 Hemmingson Center 215 A safe and inclusive space for people of all gender, sex, sexual and asexual identities. The center uses its space to create an alternative place for studying and community building.
Running for Tent City numbers, like Kelley Morley, is a big tradition at GU.
SOPHIE CROSBY IG: @sophie_crosby
THE FASTEST fourYEARS
The GU traditions you don’t want to miss out on By THEA SKOKAN f you have ever watched “The Office,” then you are probably familiar with Andy Bernard’s quote in the series finale. Let me rephrase that, if you have ever watched “The Office” as religiously as I have and your brain is a vault of show references, then you are probably familiar with this quote: “I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” There are experiences at Gonzaga that are designated “good old days” moments. This is your guide to those moments and experiences:
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TENTING
This tradition needed to be first on the list. There is a reason why this event is televised and recognizable by anyone that knows anything about GU. Tenting is hosted about three or four times per basketball season. It begins early in the week with what can only be designated as “the running.” Everyone participating runs to a secret location on campus that is disclosed via Twitter at exactly noon. The first one to arrive gets a bright, shiny number one, indicating that they are the superior fan of the game. They are the coveted “Tent #1.” The night before the game is when Tent City takes shape. Over 100 tents are set up and one member of each tenting group must be in the tent at all times for the next 24 hours. The smaller details are what really make the experience: the chance to get on TV, hanging with the basketball team, breakfast burritos and coffee provided in the morning, and in the end, the best game you’ll experience all season. Tenting is a GU must. 4 | Campus Life
SKETCHIVATOR
Though not as eventful, and frankly not as exhausting, as Tent City, riding the Sketchivator is the next GU tradition. The Sketchivator is an old, cage-style elevator at the far end of College Hall. A few things make it a noteworthy tradition. The first is the prominent fear you feel stepping into it. It’s small. Really small. About 3 feet by 3 feet. And cramming five of your friends in it is nothing less than claustrophobic. Add that to the fact that it might break down at any moment and you have a guaranteed recipe for fun. The second thing that makes it tradition-statusworthy, is the signature wall. Due to the nature of the elevator, it stops wherever it is when you open the cage. This neat trick has led to the tradition of opening the cage halfway between floors to reveal a beautiful graffitied signature wall. Sign your name, leave your mark on GU.
student RESOURCES Campus Security (509)313-2222 503 E. Sharp
CSPS is the place to call if you feel unsafe or in trouble. They will give you a ride home if needed, help you find resources needed during an emergency and patrol campus to keep everyone safe. Writing Center (509)313-6610 Foley Library 121 Any essay, presentation or writing you need proofread or assistance with the Writing Center is here to help. The trained staff provides a comfortable space where students can get help with their writing or just find a quiet place to work. For more info, visit: gonzagabulletin.com
SUNSET PICNIC
A picnic is not exactly a noteworthy tradition, but a picnic on GU’s campus, witnessing a Spokane sunset while being fueled by the Cataldo Holy Trinity. Now that’s a tradition. Allow me to elaborate on the Cataldo Holy Trinity. Cataldo is one of two dining halls on GU’s campus. The biggest difference between the two being that Cataldo does takeout and all the food is the greasiest, heaviest, most delicious comfort food. The Holy Trinity is mac and cheese with sides of French fries and popcorn chicken. This beige, artery clogger will complete any picnic and costs you only one swipe. This is by no means an exhaustive list of GU traditions. When you arrive on campus, you’ll hear whispers of COG salmon and Jack and Dan’s, but some traditions are better left to be discovered by you and your friends over the next four years. You’ll even make some new ones. But, no matter what you do, never forget your best and worst moments at GU are truly the good old days. Thea Skokan is a news editor.
A letter to first-gen students from a first-gen
Editors Reflect The Gonzaga Bulletin editors summarize their first year at GU in three words We asked some of our editing staff to reflect on their freshman year at Gonzaga and describe it in three words. This is what they said: “Friends, basketball, eye-opening.” Riley Utely, Editor-in-Chief “Coughlin showers rock.” Luke Modugno, A&E Editor “Change for growth.” Hannah Hislop, News Editor “Emotional roller coaster.” Natalie Rieth, A&E Editor “Transformative, chaotic, exciting.” Audrey Measer, Opinion Editor “Daring, insightful, joy.” Melina Benjamin, News Editor “Learning new perspectives.” Asher Ali, Sports Editor “Wild, quick, hilarious.” Spencer Brown, Managing Editor “Cog salmon Wednesdays” Thea Skokan, News Editor “Rewarding, developing, understanding.” Vinny Saglimbeni, Sports Editor
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By MELINA BENJAMIN
ollege is filled with firsts: new experiences, new people and new interests. This can be nervewracking for any first-year student. But for first-generation college students, there is more at stake. Every first-gen student’s experience is different but it often can involve managing finances, charting unknown territory, learning which resources are actually helpful, battling impostor syndrome, feeling pressures from family and more. The transition can be difficult, but it is important to know, you are more than capable of figuring it all out. I am the daughter of a Khmer Rouge genocide survivor and carry with me my mother’s resilience and sacrifices. I am the daughter of a father who came from unknowns to successes but instilled in me that education was something he wished he never let slip so I would never do the same. It is important to me that as I grow as a person, I never forget my roots, my “why” and how being multiracial has shaped me. As I am now an incoming senior (it goes by faster than you think), I want you to know that you should always bring your perspectives to the classroom, speak up and be proud of your history. You can make a great impact on shaping your education the way you want it. As I’ve experienced, this can be a process. And that’s OK. My freshman year was about establishing and finding a community that pushed me, strengthened me and made me happy. I signed up for the Building Relationships in Diverse Gonzaga Environments (BRIDGE) pre-orientation program which was an empowering way to enter college among other students of color, LGBTQ+ students and first-generation students. If you did not sign up for this program, you can also get involved by applying to be a BRIDGE mentor as a sophomore, junior or senior and get involved with the office of Diversity,
Inclusion, Community and Equity (DICE) in the meantime. I then actively joined cultural clubs: Asian American Union and Filipino American Student Union, specifically. These spaces inspired me to get involved with issues on campus I cared about such as intergroup dialogue to foster intercultural communication and DREAM week to raise awareness on immigration rights. I also found some of the most special people in my life through these clubs, who are still my friends to this day. Additionally, I joined the student newspaper as a staff writer and am still a part of the team, now as a news editor. As an international relations and journalism double major, I wanted to make sure that I was involved in cocurriculars that could develop my professional skills. With this being said, I encourage you to join a lot of different groups and meet a variety of people. There is a lot available on campus to discover. Gonzaga is there to work for you and to contribute to your growth so utilize its many resources. It’s important to feel comfortable but also to push yourself out of your comfort zone and never limit what you choose to seek out. It is already an accomplishment to maneuver the college application process and be accepted to various universities. And now you have chosen GU and are eagerly waiting for the school year to start. Congratulations. GU is lucky to have you. You define the next generation of scholars and professionals. I hope you come to realize that there will be a community, your own community, that will support you even when you feel lost. But remember, you are your own best guide. Live your freshman year as the main character you know you are. Melina Benjamin is a news editor. Follow her on Twitter: @melinabenj.
Pack up and Zag up
What’s worth it and what can stay at home By JENNA ROGERS
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n top of all the excitement and nerves that go into your pre-college haul, this year you also have to factor in the pandemic when you’re browsing through Target. To try to make your lives easier, I’ve compiled a list of items that are guaranteed to not collect dust in your dorm, as well as a list of items you could skip. Things to bring: Fan: While many students may be anticipating snowy Spokane winters, each August many are left in shock at how warm our summers can be. In the residence halls, students get full control of the heat within their dorm rooms, but they are at the mercy of the building’s maintenance crew to control the air conditioning. Personal items: Bringing things that add personal touches can help ease the feeling of homesickness. Whether it be a stuffed animal your grandma gave you, photos of your friends and family, or your favorite inspirational quote pinned on your wall, these little things can help keep you grounded and comforted in those moments when home might seem a little farther away than usual. Laundry bag: A laundry bag, in addition to the hamper, has a two for one purpose. I could use it to carry my detergents and other laundry supplies with me to the laundry room, and then during the return
trip I had a clean bag to put my newly washed clothes in, rather than the same hamper they came out of. Calendar/planner: A calendar or planner is a great organizational tool to utilize because it allows you to clearly lay out all your academic and extracurricular activities, so nothing gets forgotten. When you can see your busy weeks before they hit, it becomes easier to plan ahead and prioritize your workload in order to avoid feeling overwhelmed at the last minute. Mattress memory foam cover: A memory foam mattress pad is a dorm room item that I never would have thought to buy on my own, but it ended up being one of the best investments I made for my dorm room. Not only will it make the transition to sleeping in a new room easier, it will also help your dorm feel a little bit more like home. Kitchen Supplies: If you have any desire to make brunch with your friends on Sunday morning, bake brownies during midterms or just occasionally cook your own meals to break up the monotony of eating in the dining hall, you must bring your own kitchen supplies. I highly recommend utensils, plates, bowls, mugs, a pack of sponges and dish soap.
Do Bring
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Mini fridge Toaster/ Microwave Mattress cover Shower shoes Laptop Mirror First-Aid kit Surge protector Bed light, lamp 6 | A&E
Jenna Rogers is a staff writer. Follow her on Twitter: @Jennamr05.
Candles Cooking appliances Heaters, halogen lamps, heat lamps Portable AC units Hot plates Large furniture items Pets Excessive T-shirts Leisure Reading
The Hemm Den offers students a variety of food options with a relaxing atmosphere.
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Time to hit the books Zags
Counting down top campus study spots
By KELLIE TRAN
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s exciting as college is for all incoming and undoubtedly impressionable freshmen, there is one inevitability that continues to plague every university student’s academic experience — studying. No one likes it. No one wants to do it. But alas, we’ve all agreed to voluntarily subject ourselves to it for another four years. Studying is not an activity that anyone particularly enjoys engaging in, but since you’re already here it doesn’t hurt to check out six of the best study spots on Gonzaga’s campus. Not to mention, these insider secrets will be especially useful when the doomed dead week comes around. Yes, I’m talking about finals week. Scary. 1. Hemm Den Coming in at No. 1 on our list is Hemm Den and for good reason. The most important feature it touts: impeccable food accessibility. Not only is it conveniently surrounded by The Marketplace, COG, Starbucks and Wolfgang Puck, it’s also next to the Foley Library, making the basement of the John J. Hemmingson Center one of the most common places for students to study. It’s equipped with tables for individual or group studying and couches to transfer to when you’re on hour five of sitting in the same position during finals week. Because of its location, Hemm Denn is great for those who need a convenient place to study but don’t necessarily need total silence. Plus, the top floors of Hemmingson offer tons of light if you are ever in need of a quick and refreshing place to hit the books during the daytime. And who can forget the
infamous spinning chairs? 2. Foley Library This one is a no-brainer. Everyone almost always associates libraries with scholarly activities and productivity; GU is no different. The most attractive part of Foley is that each floor is organized by noise level. Like Hemmingson, it’s a great place to quickly print and allows for collaborative work (the bottom floor) as well as total silence (the top floors). The desktops at Foley are also available for student use, which is awesome should you ever run into any technological issues with your own laptop or forget to bring a charging cable to the library and your laptop dies. It happens. 3. Rosauer The secret is out. Rosauer does indeed have a stellar study space. Technically Rosauer is GU’s Education building, but the main floor also offers a printer and peaceful booths for all types of crash-coursing (we’ve all been there). It’s great for those that prefer studying in spaces with fewer people and is super convenient for students who live closer to the north side of campus (Lincoln and Alliance). It also has a super comfy atmosphere, aka great for 10-minute head-on-table power naps. 4. Jepson Lounge Jepson is one of the buildings a lot of students frequently have classes in, so if you spend a lot of time on this side of campus it’s good to know it also offers plenty of space to take a quick break in between classes or study for your next exam. It’s also home to Thomas Hammer,
which is arguably the superior destination for coffee on campus. It had to be said. 5. College Hall If you’re looking for a place to study with your friends in between classes, GU’s oldest building is the place to go. After class hours, students can crash any of the rooms for all their studying needs. The cool part about College Hall is that it’s one of the least common spaces to study so it’s pretty often that you’ll find yourself occupying a whole level. The main floor also offers large rooms for students to study or hold meetings. The vintage architecture makes it easy on the eyes when you’re zoning out, but not for too long because it’s very obvious scholarly vibe will most certainly bring you back to consciousness. Fr. Joseph Cataldo did not create this establishment for you to daydream. 5.The Goller Classroom This one is a slightly more exclusive option, but if you have the fortune (or misfortune) of knowing anyone who lives in Goller, the classroom connected to it is probably one of the best spaces to study either alone or with friends at odd hours. You do need a Goller keycard to enter which is one of its biggest disadvantages. However, unlike Hemmingson or the library, it never closes so if you want the option to ride till dawn or go on romantic 12-hour dates with your physics homework the choice is yours. Kellie Tran is a staff writer.
Skateboards are one of the most popular modes of transportation at GU.
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Bikes, skates and scooters, oh my!
Modes of transportation for carless Zags By NOAH WONG
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aking class on time on a campus that may be several times the size of your high school campus requires some forethought. Here are a few of the best ways a new Zag can find their way around campus. Bicycle: The most cumbersome method of transportation but speedy, mostly weatherproof. No matter the conditions, a bicycle provides consistent results and can be almost as quick as a car. There are plenty of places to lock up and some dorms have secure enclosures 8 | A&E
for safekeeping or even bicycle lockers for individual storage. The Gonzaga Outdoors Bike Shop on the corner of Mulligan and Madonna can service and repair bikes and it has a free tool/pump station that is available all hours of the day. It also offers day/weekend rentals for mountain or road bikes as well as a semester/yearly rental program. Skateboard: In contention with the bicycle for the most popular way of getting around, a skateboard (longboard, cruiser, penny, electric, etc.) suits the campus’ mostly flat topography. Though Bulldog Alley is laid with brick, it’s smooth and a good surface to ride on.
Skateboards are small enough that storage is convenient and they can be carried into the classroom. Some spaces, like the COG and Jepson have board racks for a variety of board sizes. Scooters: Comparable to the skateboard in function and relative size, scooters offer a similar speed and range in mobility but rely on arm intensive steering. Many students tend to leave scooters by the entrance of classrooms so as to not clutter the classroom. As the skateboard and bike do, electric scooters can offer a speedy trek. Throughout campus, Lime scooters are scattered about, offering a scooter to those who do not have one. They can go up to 14 mph off campus, but they are limited to 7 mph on campus so it may not be worth riding one unless going off campus. It’s also paramount to remember that all Lime scooters are not the same. Depending on battery life or condition, some are faster or ride smoother than others. There isn’t any way to tell until you pay through a mobile app and actually ride them, so good luck guessing. Through the Lime app, one can find and unlock a scooter by paying $1 and it charges 25 cents a minute. Requiring no dock, the lime scooters can be found and parked anywhere, so be mindful of where you park them. Roller skates: A fashionable and unusual way of traveling around campus, one is sure to attract glances. For lab classes, one may need to bring spare shoes to change into, as professors will not permit wheeled shoes. Zipcar: A unique option for those who didn’t bring their cars to campus, Zipcar allows students to rent cars for short periods of time. Parked on Standard Street next to Dillon Residency Hall, a $25 annual fee in addition to hourly or daily rates allows you to drive wherever the heart desires. Zipcar even allows you to make reservations to ensure you have access to a car when you know you’ll need one. For the registration process, a driver’s license and a way of paying are required. Bus: Currently, masks are required to ride the bus and fares are temporarily suspended, but your student ID card grants free rides. An easy way to get downtown Spokane, be sure to plan ahead as the bus doesn’t always arrive on time. Like all public transportation, riding the bus allows you to “people-watch” or even get homework done if you’re the productive type. Noah Wong is a staff writer.
Home away from home
Tips and tricks for freshman living
By ALLIE NOLAND
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ransforming a dark and dingy dorm room to a place of comfort and individuality is key in making a freshman year living space feel homey after a long school day. Caitlyn and Meghan Casey are incoming seniors this fall and twin sisters. Their freshman dorm in Alliance was unique from what most students saw while walking through rooms in residence halls. “I would say the part of our room that made it the most unique and our own was the fact that we made our own bedspreads from old T-shirts,” Meghan said. “This brought a bunch of color into our room but also made it feel homier. We were also able to share our memories with friends who came into our space.” Brainstorming unique ways to incorporate personality into your dorm is important in making the space your own. This can be attained by making a bedspread, covering a wall with memorable pictures, collaging a bulletin board with magazine clippings or stacking your favorite books on your window sill. “I would say that when it comes to decorating, pick bright colors,” Meghan said. “Lighter colors complement the darker colors while still drawing your eyes toward your design pieces. The lighter colors make the room more inviting and
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A Gonzaga dorm decorated with lights, pictures and a hammock.
more conducive to studying.” Bringing special items from home and placing them throughout your dorm room will help make Gonzaga feel like home. It will also showcase personality and originality. Caitlyn and Meghan also decided to go the extra mile and rearrange the furniture in their room to create flow, space and maximum lighting. It was worth the effort and didn’t take long. “Most of our friends had never considered moving the furniture from the configuration that the school staff put it in,” Meghan said. “This also helps to make the room feel like it’s your own.” Lofting and raising dorm beds is one of the biggest campus living hacks out there. Space is vital. With a raised bed, it is easy to store winter clothes, ski gear, luggage and rarely accessed items. Utilizing every nook and cranny under the bed is something freshman will learn quickly after showing up on campus with way too many items and clothes. Establishing what you are going do in your room is key for creating the right space and vibe. If it is finding a balance between relaxing and studying, make sure the desk space is open and that there is ample lighting. If it is having your friends over often, make sure there are a lot of seating options. The Casey twins put their beds in an
‘L’ shape with one lofted to the highest option and one just slightly raised. This set up created space for having people over but also allowing a productive study space. “The L shape also kept the beds and wardrobes from blocking the lights,” Caitlyn said. “Having good lighting is key in making the room feel bigger and less dingy.” Another tip that freshmen should know about is getting an electric kettle. Without a kitchen, it can be hard to make food and satisfy cravings. An electric kettle allows students to make ramen, coffee, tea or even pasta. This versatile kitchen appliance will save freshman from walking to the COG when they really aren’t feeling like it. Beyond all, staying organized is the ultimate dorm hack. Making sure that everything has a place will make it easy to keep your space clean, easy to live in and a place that other people want to be. Before stepping foot on campus, freshman should make a list of what they need and what they want to bring to make their room their own. “Putting a little extra effort in your room makes a huge difference in your entire year,” Meghan said. “This is because you spend more time your room than you think you will.” Allie Noland is a staff writer.
How to Hoop:
Gonzaga Style
By VINNY SAGLIMBENI n March 12, the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments were canceled due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus. The Gonzaga Bulldogs had high hopes for success prior to the tournament on both the men’s and women’s side, but they were unfortunately cut short. If and when the 2020-21 NCAA basketball season comes around, students and fans across the country will be excited for yet another run at the first NCAA championship in school history. Gonzaga basketball
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impacts the GU culture unlike anything else on campus, bringing together old and new generations of Zag fans. It will be new students’ first time seeing their school compete as one of the most successful sports programs in school history. Prior to attending their first game in the stands of a basketball powerhouse like GU though, there are some things that first year students should know about The Kennel in order to get hyped for a special year.
Kennel Club
Senior Clare Martin will be serving as club president of the Kennel Club this year, a student run group that organizes events throughout the school year for all sports, and that also runs the student section known as the Kennel Club. Martin went abroad her junior year and was not on the board last year but is excited to serve as the Kennel Club president this upcoming year. “I was first on the Kennel Club board my sophomore year and I served as the Women Sports Representative,” Martin said via email. “I found out in March I was going to be the president and have been busy getting ready for next year ever since.”
Ticket Distribution
Like with any sporting event as big as GU basketball, students need a ticket to get into the game. For women’s basketball games, ticket distribution requires you to walk in through the McCarthey Center’s main student entrance either before or during the game, and then you’re in. Men’s basketball games are a bit different. The Sunday before a series of games depending on the schedule, students are asked to wait outside of McCarthey Athletic Center until they’re given a number by the Kennel Club, that facilitates ticket distribution for events run by the GU Athletic Department. Once students receive a number, they are asked to return to McCarthy at a later time so they can get their Zagcard swiped for however many games they would like to attend. Students then line up outside McCarthey again on game day and are let into the Kennel 1.5 hours prior to tipoff. If students aren’t able to make a ticket distribution, students can go to the ticketing office located inside McCarthey and get their Zagcard swiped for any of the games with available seating left. Students will be notified when games have spare ticket availability via email. Although things may be uncertain now, when the time comes for Zags basketball to avenge the shortened season, first year students should anticipate a great year. “Freshmen should be excited to be part of something great when they walk into McCarthey,” Martin said. “They should look forward to being the sixth man at the games and being a part of all the cheers, the electric energy that comes from Zombie 10 | Sports
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Students get their seets in The Kennel early to see the team warm up.
Tent City
A few times each season, students get the chance to participate in Tent City — a time when the Kennel Club sections off an area of campus (typically Herak Quad or Foley Lawn) so students can pitch tents to camp out in overnight and wait to get into the game. Tent City is normally set up for games against a big non-conference opponent, BYU, Saint Mary’s, and always for senior night. More information about Tent City can be found on the GU website. “I wish I went to every single Tent City, game watch, etc. when I was a freshman,” Martin said. “While abroad, the thing I missed most about GU was the Kennel. It made me realize how I wish I had never missed an opportunity to be in The Kennel even though I went to almost every game, I still feel like it wasn’t enough.”
Nation, and jamming out with the Bulldog Band at women’s games. Freshmen should be excited to experience an energy that is completely unique to Gonzaga when they go to a basketball game at GU.” Vinny Saglimbeni is a sports editor. Follow him on Twitter: @vinnysaglimbeni.
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GU athletics outside of basketball provides added excitement BY SAMANTHA DIMAOO
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ost people are aware of Gonzaga University’s existence because of our nationally ranked men’s basketball team. Even the students typically prioritize men’s basketball games over other sports because of the hype around it and its abundance of media coverage. They wait in line for hours and sleep in a tent with snow on the ground during Tent City just for a decent spot in the stands. Men’s basketball is their blind spot, but there is so much more to GU athletics. Women’s basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, tennis, cross country, track and field, golf, rowing – all of these sports deserve recognition from the GU student body for the extensive effort and vigor they put into honing their craft, and by going to their competitions to cheer them on you can demonstrate that acknowledgement. “Just grab a friend and just go to the games,” Kennel Club Vice Pesident Danielle Peretti said. All sporting events at GU are not only completely free of charge for students but they are also a great form of relief from the stresses of college. When worried about a test, a relationship, money or anything else, attending a sporting event with a couple of friends can serve as an effective distraction. For freshmen in particular, it also serves as a useful method to meet new people. There is an intriguing sport for every season during the school year, not just winter. Part of Kennel Club’s goal is to inform people about every sport on campus so that students are aware of all the opportunities they have to support their fellow Zags and have a good time while doing it. “They all have their own unique pace, [their] own unique style,” Kennel Club
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At GU soccer games students can enjoy a fun match with a Spokane sunset.
Treasurer Austin Versteeg said. At soccer games in the spotty fall weather, friends lay out a blanket on the grass under a famous Spokane sunset or sit on the cold bleachers wrapped up in layers with a cup of hot chocolate warming their hands. Meanwhile, they observe the players dribbling around the field showing off their amazing footwork and bangers into the goal. Baseball is another gratifying sport to watch with a group of friends. You can go out to eat before the game, and then sit in the springtime sun and chat for hours while watching players sprint around the bases and make unbelievable catches in the field. Besides soccer and baseball, volleyball is another exciting sport to watch. Since the games take place in the Martin Centre, which is much smaller than the McCarthey Athletic Center, the fans stand even closer to the players and get to feel like they are a part of the action. They are afforded the opportunity to heckle the other team, cheer thunderously
for their school and, ultimately, bring the Kennel atmosphere outside of The Kennel. “It’s always so electric and you get a lot of fun involvement from the crowd, both studentwise and community-wise,” Peretti said. The Kennel doesn’t average as many students for women’s basketball games as it does with men’s basketball, but the number of families, alumni and sports fanatics make up for it. The energy at these games is as explosive as the men’s games, if not more so. The women’s team often shows as much promise as the men’s team which makes the games exciting and rewarding to watch. Since fewer students attend the women’s games, it is easier to get a front-row seat without having to sleep in freezing temperatures or do homework on the ground while holding a spot in line like you would have to do for men’s basketball games. “It is upsetting to me to see that our women’s team doesn’t get as much acknowledgment,” Peretti said. “I mean they had a record-breaking season last
season and they’ve just been doing so so well.” Some sports matches are more difficult to attend because their locations are not always right on campus. Home tennis matches are played three blocks east of campus at the Steven’s Center, but cross country, track and field, golf, and rowing all compete at more distant locations for home events. It is still easy to support these athletes and stay up to date with their team’s record by livestreaming the events. Along with that, each team, as well as the Kennel Club, has nearly every form of social media, which is consistently updated with upcoming games, results and athlete recognition. Sharing these posts is a great way to acknowledge their accomplishments. “Just do your part as much as possible to support Zags,” Versteeg said. Kennel Club sends out an email every week with upcoming dates and promotions for certain games that encourage students to attend. The club always welcome any questions and feedback through social media, email or during office hours. Getting into different sports as a freshman is exciting because you get to watch those teams develop over the next four years. Tumultuous cheering is never required but always encouraged. When a goal is scored or a home run is hit, screaming until you can’t speak and applauding until your hands sting can be the best part of the whole game. “Go to as many games as you can while you have the chance,” Kennel Club President, Clare Martin said. “You have to take advantage of it while you can.” Samantha DiMaio is a staff writer. Follow her on Twitter: @dimaio_samantha.
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Club(s) The Gonzaga club volleyball team won the DIAAA 2018 Championship.
Club sports at Gonzaga provide athletic opportunities for all
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BY ZACH WALLS hile high school senior night might mark the end of some sports careers, over 700 Gonzaga students participate in club sports each year. With more than 25 clubs covering 20 sports and activities, there is ample opportunity to extend a high school athlete’s career at GU.
Soccer
The world’s game is represented by both a women’s and men’s club soccer teams on GU’s campus. Both clubs hold tryouts in early September, with semiweekly practices occurring on Mulligan Field. Additionally, each club participates in a rigorous fall season and club tournaments. Keep an eye out for College Hall whiteboards with tryout information.
Hockey
Easily a fan favorite, the Gonzaga Hockey Club practices and plays home games at the Eagles Ice Arena about 10 minutes north of campus. While practices are late in the night during the week, weekend home games draw hundreds of Zags to provide a true home ice advantage. The squad is coed and open to all hockey lovers on campus.
Volleyball
Perhaps the most competitive club teams on the national stage, the men’s and women’s volleyball teams more than hold their own against larger schools. The men’s team won the DIAAA Championship in 2018, with the women’s team finishing third. The teams practice during the early morning hours in the RFC and have matches all around the region. 12 | Sports
Baseball & Softball Both the club baseball and softball teams can be seen honing their craft on Mulligan Field, home of most outdoor intramural sports. Club baseball is a member of the National Club Baseball Association and competes in the Northern Pacific North League each spring. The club practices twice a week, with weekends consisting of three game series resulting in around 15 games a semester. Softball, meanwhile, is a member of the National Collegiate Softball Association and battles the University of Oregon, Boise State University, Washington State Unversity and Eastern Washington University during its season. “Being able to balance social life, classes and participate in other activities while also getting to play [softball] and have fun with a team is such a great opportunity,” said Abby Morris, a junior.
Basketball
Gonzaga offers both men’s and women’s club basketball teams. Both clubs practice twice weekly in the Rudolph Fitness Center (RFC) and play competitive schedules against other universities’ club teams, local community colleges, and, in the men’s case, local adult recreational teams.
Rugby
One of the oldest and most historical clubs on campus, the first Gonzaga men’s rugby match was held in 1892. Recently moving into the Northwest Collegiate Rugby Conference, men’s rugby draws dozens of students to Mulligan Field for home matches. Furthermore, the club has a vast alumni network. “Freshmen should come out for the squad because it’s a great chance to instantly gain 30 friends and build a great network around campus,” said president of the men’s club Will Dodds. “We have a great alumni network and I know a bunch of the guys have been a big help to graduates getting jobs.” In turn, the women’s club plays its matches against other clubs teams, both collegiate and recreational. The matches take them all over the Pacific Northwest and even north into Canada. No experience is needed, and all incoming freshmen girls are encouraged to come out. Additional club sports offered include tennis, men’s and women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s ultimate Frisbee and Spikeball. Recently, a trio of esports clubs have popped up on campus. GU boasts clubs in League of Legends, Overwatch and Super Smash Bros. Zach Walls is a staff writer. Follow him on Twitter: @ZachWallsTV.
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