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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY’S NOBEL PRIZE WINNERS Spartans Will? Spartans Did.
NEW YEAR, SAME BLESSINGS A unique approach to bringing in the New Year
MSU HOLIDAY GIFT PROGRAM MSU departments make a tradition of giving back during the holidays
MAKE MEMORIES WITH OTHER SPARTANS On campus and throughout the world, there are many opportunities for Spartans to connect with one another. Vist alumni.msu.edu
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TRADITIONS: MAKING AND BREAKING A letter from the editor BY LEAH BOELKINS
In this issue of ing Magazine, we focus on facets of tradition. The idea of traditions prevailed in creating this issue because they are a prevalent part of our lives that we give significant meaning and value to. They're something we grow up with, something that shapes us into who we are — something we create and pass down throughout our lives. We want to explore how making and breaking traditions can positively impact our lives. Take, for example, the second verse of MSU’s alma mater, which we read only once we've graduated, and the minor changes in the fight song we each learn at our first football game during freshman year. While cliché, holiday traditions involve giving gifts to family, friends and significant others, so we explore alternatives to the common tradition of gift giving by supporting families through MSU’s Holiday Gift Program. And outside of MSU’s community is the opportunity to find local charities to contribute to, such as volunteering at charitable organizations like homeless shelters. Giving back can happen in unconventional ways, too. Being mindful during such a consumer-driven holiday season can impact the environment. We talk about thrifting and how this shopping approach can be a great experience. It may not be your normal affair, but it’s a change in tradition that can benefit you and the planet. Traditions and habits go hand in hand — and focusing on what’s important in both is necessary — so, in this issue, we provide ways to kick bad habits and set personal goals if you find yourself in a seasonal slump. And if there’s one tradition we can count on every winter here in East Lansing, it’s the snow. So why not make the most of it and turn it into snow ice cream? Yes, that’s a real recipe. We at ing also explore our personal favorites when it comes to winter movies and traditions, because hardly anyone can say no to watching a holiday classic like Frosty the Snowman, right? As many of us are likely college students and young adults, it may seem like some traditions are being altered to fit with new life changes. It may seem like some of the traditions we’re used to have ceased completely. However, breaking tradition should not always be negative. After all, breaking tradition gives us a chance to grow, and it allows us the opportunity to make room for newcomers. Leah Boelkins is a senior studying professional writing with a track in editing and publishing. She spends her free time making Spotify playlists, trying to be a good cook and ordering takeout sushi when the cooking thing falls through. Keep up with her on Instagram and Twitter @leahboelkins.
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ON THE COVER 4 MSU’S NOBEL PRIZE WINNERS 8 NEW YEAR, SAME BLESSINGS 14 MSU HOLIDAY GIFT PROGRAM
FEATURing 6 REFUGE LANSING
IN THIS ISSUE 10 LISTENing 12 THRIFTing 16 SHOWing 18 HAPPENing 20 SUPPORTing 21 COOKing 22 WATCHing 24 LIVing 26 PHOTOGRAPHing 28 TRAVELing
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Michigan State University’s Nobel Prize Winners Spartans Will? Spartans Did.
BY HANNAH BULLION
Dec. 10 is known internationally as Nobel Prize Day. While modern-day earth shakers such as Malala Yousafzai and Albert Einstein are famously known for their Nobel Prizes, this year we’re looking back at Nobel Prize winners that have reinvigorated their industry with academic, cultural or scientific advances while also being proud Spartans. HISTORY OF THE NOBEL PRIZE The first Nobel Prizes were given in 1901 by Swedish and Norwegian institutions recognizing outstanding 4
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contributions to the following categories: Chemistry, Literature, Peace, Physics, and Physiology or Medicine. The Nobel Prize was widely acknowledged as the most prestigious award a scholar could achieve. Alfred Nobel, also known as the inventor of dynamite, bequeathed his entire fortune to the Nobel Prize in the year 1895. His hope was that the prize would be awarded to someone who promoted peace and new developments in the world, and that legacy remains today. Similarly, Nobel’s name survives in the element, nobelium, and various modern-day companies.
the redistribution of fragments of alkenes (olefins) by the scission and regeneration of carbon-carbon double bonds,” from the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology. Grubbs began his career as a chemist here at MSU. He received an honorary doctorate in science from MSU in 2006 for his outstanding work and contribution to chemistry at MSU and beyond. “Professor Grubbs has had a positive and lasting influence on innumerable colleagues and students throughout his academic career,” George Leroi, former dean of the College of Natural Science, said in a press release by MSU.
The first Spartan to receive the Nobel Prize was Alfred Hershey in 1969, whose work prompted a new age of discovery in science and health. Learn more about Hershey and other Spartan Nobel Prize winners below. ALFRED HERSHEY MSU alumnus Alfred Hershey received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1969. Born in Owosso, Michigan, Hershey received his Bachelor of Science in chemistry and his Ph.D. in bacteriology at MSU. Hershey was awarded the Nobel Prize alongside Salvador Luria and Max Delbrück for their notable discovery of the replication of viruses and their unique genetic structure. Prior to the award, Hershey and his assistant Martha Chase performed the famous HersheyChase experiment, which proved that DNA, not protein, was the genetic material of life. He moved with his assistant Martha Chase to Laurel Hollow, New York in 1950 to join the Carnegie Institution of Washington's Department of Genetics, where they performed their famous experiment. Their evidence on DNA changed the way that scientists now study genetics. Hershey passed in 1997, at the age of 88.
Grubbs is currently the Victor and Elizabeth Atkins Professor of Chemistry at the California Institute of Technology and continues to teach at MSU as a visiting professor. ALBERT FERT Adjunct professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at MSU, Albert Fert, alongside his German colleague, was awarded a Nobel Prize in Physics in 2007. He was awarded for his work with technology used to read information from computer hard drives, known to the science field as “the discovery of Giant Magnetoresistance." The Department of Physics and Astronomy at MSU has long-time ties to Fert and his work. It is because of Fert’s discovery that hard drives have become smaller and smaller over time. Not only did these Spartans make extraordinary contributions to their fields, but they also brought their findings back to MSU’s campus to inspire and educate a new generation. Nobel wanted this prize to be awarded to those who promote peace and education. These people all made contributions that initiated advancement, as well as a more understandable, and hopefully more equitable and peaceful, world.
ROBERT H. GRUBBS In 2005, Robert H. Grubbs was awarded the Nobel Prize in the field of Chemistry for his discovery on olefin metathesis, “an organic reaction that entails
Hannah Bullion is a senior professional writing major with New York City dreams. She is also the Editor In Chief of MSU’s fashion publication, VIM Magazine, and an intern for the College of Arts & Letters. Keep up with her on Instagram (@hannahbullion). MYINGMAG.COM
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about refugees constantly replaying in your mind. Refuge Lansing is changing the narrative by taking a stand against the culture of fear that has unfortunately become all too familiar in society. The local storytelling project is giving a voice to refugees who have been resettled in mid-Michigan while highlighting the positive impact these diverse groups have on Michigan’s economic, social and cultural development. Refuge Lansing brings 12 inspiring stories of resettlement to life through an exhibit, book and website. St. Vincent Catholic Charities, Samaritas Refugee Youth Services, The Global Institute of Lansing and the Refugee Development Center are four agencies supporting local refugee efforts. Along with these agencies, several others helped contribute to Refuge Lansing, including those who shared their stories and over two dozen creative writers, photographers and editors. The project’s primary goal is “to celebrate everything refugees add to our community, and to create a sense of empathy, hope, understanding and welcome.”
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REFUGE LANSING
Finding a home and hope in Lansing BY REYNA HURAND
Close your eyes and imagine you’re a refugee. Your home — what you’ve known as a safe, familiar place — is no longer safe anymore. You will face violence and persecution if you don’t leave soon. When you finally 6
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make that tough decision to uproot your life, you arrive in an unknown place, burdened with the inevitability of starting over. You feel anxious, scared and alone — unwelcome, even — with the negative narrative
“If you do not love refugees, you have not met one,” Erica Brown Binion, the director of Lansing’s Refugee Development Center, said. “We wanted to help the rest of the community, the rest of the world, see that refugees are people with dreams and hopes just like everyone else. They are committed and deeply rooted in their community.” Binion facilitated the connections between refugees willing to tell their stories, and the writers and photographers eager to bring the stories to fruition. One of the writers who contributed to Refuge Lansing was Melissa Kaplan. She interviewed Faaza Dawd, Mohammed Kathem and their four children — a family who sought refuge from the war in Iraq. Traveling from Baghdad to Chicago, they were hopeful and eager to build a new life for themselves. In the story, Kaplan highlighted the apprehension Faaza,
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Mohammed and their children faced; however, since resettling in Lansing, they have become active members of the community, finding contentment and belonging. “It’s important to tell these stories because these are our neighbors, part of our community,” Kaplan said. “There's a lot of misunderstanding and fear about refugees that familiarity and friendship can help alleviate.” Kaplan’s story is one of 12 featured in the Refuge Lansing project. Others feature a young artist with big dreams, a business owner with an unconditional love for his family and a network engineer who recognizes the value of education. According to the Refugee Development Center, there are roughly 700 refugees resettled in Lansing each year. Projects such as Refuge Lansing are an incredible way to encourage support of resettlement efforts. Refugees sharing their unique and diverse stories not only inspire
others but evoke a feeling of pride and acceptance; Binion recalls one of these special moments. “When one family completed the project, they called to reflect, saying, ‘I am so proud to tell my story. I am so proud to belong to this community, to belong somewhere again. Lansing is my home,’” Binion said. The next Refuge Lansing events take place Dec. 4-8 at Lansing Community College’s Centre for Engaged Inclusion and Feb. 1-22 at the East Lansing Public Library. For more information on the traveling exhibit and how you can help, visit refugelansing.us.
Reyna Hurand is a senior studying professional writing. You can usually find her curled up with a good book, her two adorable dogs and a hot cup of coffee. To learn more, you can follow her on Twitter and Instagram @reynasblogxo.
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NEW YEAR
SAME BLESSINGS A unique approach to bringing in the New Year BY TREANDRA THOMAS
As soon as the temperature drops and fall sets into place, the holiday season arrives. This is the time for great movies, family bonding and snowfall. The new year sneaks up behind all the festivities and it forces you to think about everything you may have (or have not) accomplished; it also brings in a lot of new beginnings. Living another year gives you the chance to take your life and mold it into something that you like, something you are proud of. Whether that means going to the gym or doing your homework on time, you have the opportunity to change for the better. To me, that means spending time with family and bonding over the food we cook, and the childhood pictures our grandma forces us to look at. My approach to the new year was always accompanied by tradition. Many people I know decide to bring in the New Year in the form of a party, with friends or with their significant others. Some common New Year’s Day activities include going to Times Square, watching fireworks, or maybe even going to the bars and party. Many people I know tend to look down upon staying home with family because they feel that it is “boring” or uneventful. My view is different though, because my family has always been big on bonding and keeping traditions alive. One of our traditions is our New Year’s Day dinner. This tradition was passed down with many other rituals and routines that we keep up with today, and they all date back to the horrible times of slavery. This was our family’s way of bringing in blessings and making something good come out of the horrible pain that we endured. Some of our other traditions include spending Christmas Eve together as a family and opening our presents in front of everyone, all the way down to our beloved superstition that the first
man to walk into the house on New Year’s Day must have money in his pocket. My grandmother taught us all these things to keep the rich history of our family alive. Focusing more on our New Year’s meal, the dinner consists of greens, black-eyed peas and ham. The greens symbolize blessings in the form of money, the black-eyed peas represent good luck and the ham is for food to always be available and plentiful. Dinner begins early in the day on New Year’s Eve to ensure that it will be done and ready to eat as soon as midnight hits. It is very important that we eat the meal as our first meal of the year, to validate all the great things that we eat it for. My traditions have put everything into perspective for me. Spending time with family is not always a bad thing; it can be very healing and healthy. This time allows you to be your true self and to enjoy the many personalities and all the love that surrounds you. This is especially important to me because I miss out on a lot being in college, so the holidays are my catch-up time. I am going to continue to pass these traditions down to my children. New Years does not just have to be about drinking or creating a list of resolutions that you will never follow. It can be about something more valuable and making sure that with each year you keep sight of what’s important, like bonding with loved ones and keeping positivity around. Treandra Thomas is a senior majoring in professional writing. Treandra’s imagination has always been huge, and she explores that through writing in her free time. She is shamelessly obsessed with reality television shows and cooking. You can follow her on Instagram @treandras_world. MYINGMAG.COM
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L A N I G I R O E H T E R N E G N A C I R E M A Why we should bring Jazz music back into mainstream media Photo by Maggie Morgan
BY MAGGIE MORGAN
Characterized by improvisation and syncopation, jazz has been moving audiences and music lovers since its emergence at the beginning of the twentieth century. Over the years, it's as if jazz has gotten lost in the ever-changing, ever-evolving music industry. In today’s culture, a popular notion is that jazz is reserved for elevators, Christmas parties and your grandparents’ car. Recently, jazz has been making its way back into the popular atmosphere through people who love the genre and are ready to bring it into the spotlight. Damien Chazelle, writer and director of the two widely successful hits, "Whiplash" (2014) and "La La Land" (2016) brought jazz back into mainstream music. "Whiplash" follows the story of Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller), a first-year jazz student studying drumming at a prestigious arts conservatory in New York City. There, he faces the famed conductor, Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), who has an abusive teaching style. "Whiplash" was Chazelle’s foundation for his next masterpiece, "La La Land." The musical romantic comedy follows 10
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an aspiring jazz pianist (Ryan Gosling) and an aspiring actress (Emma Stone) as they navigate their life in Hollywood, their careers and their relationship. After the film released in theaters, it was hard finding someone who hadn’t seen or didn’t love it because the movie does a great job of confirming that jazz music is crossgenerational. Fans from older generations love the film for nostalgic reasons while millennials are convinced by the power and appeal of Ryan Gosling. "La La Land" is now critically acclaimed and boasts many different accolades including Academy Awards for best actress, best director and best original music score. MSU’s College of Music offers a unique jazz studies program that “is committed to the highest level of performance, mentoring, education and community outreach.” The program allows countless students, including recent graduates Pierre Charles III and Eric Smith, to hone their craft in a space solely dedicated to jazz.
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Charles graduated from MSU in 2016, and has always loved jazz. “I grew up with jazz music playing in the house. My father’s roots are in New Orleans, so listening to jazz music was a big part of my childhood.” He began to fall in love with the genre when he decided to take up piano as a child. “Improvising and creating music on the spot - that is the essence of what jazz is.” To Charles, jazz is more than just a style of music. “Jazz is a completely American art form, and much of American pop music of today actually traces its roots to jazz and blues.” Smith graduated as a piano major in the class of 2017, and like Charles, was introduced to the genre by his family. “My earliest memories associated with jazz are at my grandparents' house listening to big band music and singers like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole.” He describes the importance of jazz as, “Jazz and blues are the foundation of so much of the music, art and culture we experience in America (and consequently, around the world). To truly enjoy, appreciate and understand where we as a society have come from, and why we as a society create and consume the things we do; we cannot exclude or understate the importance of jazz and blues music and culture.” As for jazz making its way back into mainstream music, it is possible! The important thing is to educate people on music history and remind pop music fans of its
foundations in jazz and blues. Charles believes, “If jazz existed in a mainstream space, like on the radio, more people would start to appreciate the music.” It helps that films like "La La Land" have mainstreamed jazz and shows people that the genre is cool, complex and intricate while teaching about its history and individuality. If other media outlets can show jazz in that light, the style has a chance of finding its way back into the spotlight.
Maggie Morgan is a junior majoring in Professional Writing with a concentration in Creative Writing. Hobbies include: spending all of her money on concert tickets, trying to convince Green Day to let her be their friend, geeking out about music history, and dreaming of writing for Rolling Stone. You can follow her on instagram at @ swaggie. maggie.
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THRIFT YOUR WAY
THROUGH EAST LANSING A sustainable way of shopping BY LEAH BOELKINS
Despite popular belief, the word “thrifting” doesn’t just mean buying your grandmother’s old sweaters — although we’re not saying that you won’t see anything that resembles one if you go to a thrift shop! If you take your time and search hard enough, finding hidden gems in an overwhelming thrift store can be easy, and you’ll feel accomplished at the same time. Thrift stores vary greatly, so know what you’re getting into before stepping into one. The stores that rely solely on donations like the Salvation Army, Goodwill and Volunteers of America (VOA) are the cheapest thrift stores with the most variety of items; there’s usually at least one of them in every city. The inventory can be overwhelming in stock, but you can often find the best items for the best prices in these stores. When it comes to thrifting at “SalVal,” Goodwill and VOA, pay attention to the deals that these stores may be having (lots of them have a weekly “color” where items with a certain colored tag are discounted), don’t be on
a time crunch when you go and go into it with an open mind — this will help you find the best pieces possible. If you’re less into hunting for hidden gems and more into having a curated selection of items, smaller consignment or secondhand shops are available. Local options include Kellie’s Consignments in Okemos and Metro Retro in Lansing, among many others. Thrifting is a sustainable shopping method, but it is also an unconventional way to give back to the planet. It’s no secret that buying from big companies with extremely low clothing prices isn’t the most eco-friendly or ethical consumer decision. Since purchasing from pricier brands that are ethically transparent in clothing production isn’t feasible for everyone, thrifting and reusing materials are beneficial alternatives. The holidays are a time for giving back, and thrifting is one way you can give back: not only seasonally, but throughout the entire year. Although it’s hard to avoid purchasing from brands that may not be the most ethical, you can be a more conscious consumer by staying aware of where your clothes come from, the factors that go into making them and more sustainable shopping choices. Leah Boelkins is a senior studying professional writing with a track in editing and publishing. She spends her free time making Spotify playlists, trying to be a good cook and ordering takeout sushi when the cooking thing falls through. Keep up with her on Instagram and Twitter @leahboelkins.
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The holidays are a time to come together and appreciate friends and family, and one way we show that appreciation is through gift giving. Typically, we spend a lot of time shopping for gifts or stocking up on things during post-holiday sales. While indulging for yourself or for a friend during the holiday season is something that most of us love and know as tradition, we at ing want to expand your consumption options with a shopping trend that has been growing in popularity: thrifting.
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GIFT PROGRAM MSU departments make a tradition of giving back during the holidays BY EMMA MOLLER
The holiday season is a time for family and friends to enjoy traditions, laughs and memories together. It is also a time to enjoy giving to those you care about. For many people, gifts are undoubtedly one of the most fun and exciting parts of the holiday. But what about those that may not be able to afford to give gifts? The Holiday Gift Program at MSU works to remedy this situation by giving back to MSU families.
is the Holiday Gift Program, which was started to help families in need at MSU during the holiday season.
Headed by Administrative Assistant Laraine Walton, the Holiday Gift Program is run through the Student Parent Resource Center. The center was founded to provide support, resources and connections for student-parents during and after their time at MSU. One of these resources
Being a student is hard in general, but having a family to support is tougher. Going to school or back to school is a big decision that can leave a big dent in the budget. Programs like the Holiday Gift Program alleviate stress and give hope to families that need it. The program also makes
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“Families chosen must be currently enrolled students with children at MSU and members of the Registered Student Organization — Student Parents on a Mission (SPOM),” said Walton. “However, if a student with children comes to us with a need, we will try our best to accommodate them.”
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it easy for MSU departments and community organizations to be involved.
and help those that may feel isolated are key in making sure everyone in the MSU community feels welcome. The program allows MSU to come together and help their own during a time when help, care and love is needed most.
“Toward the end of October each year, I send out a request to the MSU community and those who have previously “I can truly say coordinating this program is one of participated in the Holiday Gift Program, asking if they’d the highlights of my job. I look forward to this time of like to participate for the current year. Sponsors will then year, every year. The MSU departments and community email me with the name of a department contact and the sponsors who adopt these families for the holidays are size family or families they believe they can support,” very generous in their giving,” said Walton. said Walton. “I then send the wish list out “Every year, this program never fails to to our student parent listserv, and once I bring me to tears with how caring and begin receiving wish lists, I start the willing the MSU community is to help process of matching departments our student families.” with families. Individuals within the sponsoring departments then Not only does the Holiday Gift contribute financially — their own Program allow strangers to personal money — and purchase connect, but it allows friends and what they can from the student’s co-workers to grow closer as well. wish list. During the first week Photo by Laraine Walton Participants from departments and of December, sponsors begin organizations work together to buy Carley Hough (MSU graduate contacting student-families to then class of 2016) and her and prepare gifts, and the program meet, greet and deliver or pick up daughter Sanaa Shorter allows people that converse and interact their gifts.” every day to connect with each other on a more personal level. This is more than just a Walton receives the wish lists from the professional task; this is a personal one that enriches families and reviews them before giving them to the lives of everyone involved. sponsors. From there, the sponsors get to buy gifts for their assigned family. “Families request what they need, such The holidays are about reflection, tradition and love. The as clothing, gift cards — gas, Walmart, Meijer — school Holiday Gift Program embodies all those qualities. Buying supplies and toys for children,” said Walton. gifts and caring for others through this program allows individuals in departments and organizations to reflect on Different departments around campus take part in the the things that may be taken for granted and start a new program each year. MSU’s Resource Center for Persons tradition for years to come. Helping others is an act of love with Disabilities (RCPD) is one of the main contributors to the Holiday Gift Program. Denise Hartman from the RCPD that will undoubtedly brighten someone's holiday, and perhaps their entire year. says that each year they participate they are “filled with joy and gratification.” If you would like to join an MSU department or community organization in taking part of the Holiday Gift The holidays are about more than just giving gifts and love Program and sponsoring a family, you can contact Laraine to close friends and family; they are about opening up to D. Walton by email at waltonl2@msu.edu or by phone people and reflecting on everything we are grateful for. at (517) 884-0146. Giving to others, especially those in need, brings the true spirit of the holidays into the lives of those in the MSU community. Additionally, being a part of an organization Emma Moller is a junior majoring in professional that gives back to community members in need is a way to writing. She hopes to take her dreams and goals to get connected with other people. the big city one day, but for now she can be found In a school with over 50,000 people, it can be easy to feel alone, especially during the holidays. Programs that engage
sipping on Starbucks, listening to alternative rock and trying to find her aesthetic. Follow her on Twitter, @_emma_ moller, and let her know how that aesthetic search is going.
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Finding Neverland
The stunning broadway production flies in to Wharton Center BY REYNA HURAND
When Scottish playwright and novelist J.M. Barrie created the enchanting story of Peter Pan, it captured the hearts of audiences everywhere. This December, viewers can escape to the magical world of Neverland and rediscover the power of imagination as Wharton Center showcases the Broadway musical Finding Neverland. Based in 1903 London, Finding Neverland tells the fictional story of J.M. Barrie, who lacks inspiration after his last play fails. When all hope seems lost, Barrie unexpectedly meets the beautiful widow Sylvia Llewelyn Davies and her four sons: George, Jack, Michael and Peter. What follows is a charming story chronicling Barrie’s adventures with the family as he reclaims the inspiration he thought was lost. His experiences ultimately lead him to write the highly successful play, Peter Pan, which dazzles the fictional London theatregoers. “I feel like you really develop a relationship with the characters; they come to life,” said Bob Hoffman, public relations manager at the Wharton Center. “Finding Neverland is really about allowing your imagination to run wild. And that’s what J.M. Barrie did. I feel like when I was in the audience, that’s what happened to me: I was transported somewhere else.” Named winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, the production features a stellar cast and 16
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crew, including Tony-winner Diana Paulus as director and Emmy-winner Mia Michaels as choreographer. The show also features an original score and a unique, stunning set design, something Hoffman notes he has “never seen at any Broadway show before.” In addition, Finding Neverland creates a valuable opportunity for those in the Lansing area. Viewers can experience a captivating performance that will be difficult to forget. “Isn’t it wonderful that we’re able to have this incredible art that you see in big cities like New York and London here in East Lansing at the Wharton Center? And, I think, that’s so important,” said Hoffman. “If MSU students or anyone can come to the Wharton Center and escape for a while, it’s worth it. Theater is magic. And who doesn’t like magic?” Finding Neverland will be at Wharton Center from Dec. 12 through Dec.17. For tickets and more information, you can visit whartoncenter.com/events/detail/finding-neverland. Reyna Hurand is a senior studying professional writing. You can usually find her curled up with a good book, her two adorable dogs and a hot cup of coffee. To learn more, you can follow her on Twitter and Instagram @reynasblogxo.
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ART AND CRAFT BEER FEST Please your eyes, ears and taste buds BY ARIK HARDIN
Do you like piña coladas? And getting caught in the rain? If so, there’s not much that can be done to help you. However, if you are a fan of beer and love looking at and experiencing various forms of art, the perfect opportunity is waiting for you. On Friday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 27, the Art and Craft BeerFest will be returning to REO Town in Lansing. The festival will be spread
across four venues in REO town: the Cadillac Room inside Riverview Church, Robin Theatre, AA Creative Corridor and a heated tent connected to the REO Town Pub. All four of the venues are located within the same block and offer a unique experience, so that attendees can go between the four locales as they please and experience everything that each one has to offer. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. The gathering is an amalgamation of different experiences, including an art show. The festival will be showcasing the work of 15 different artists who specialize in various styles including photography, painting, metalwork and sculpture. For Paul Starr, the founder of the Art and Craft BeerFest, promoting local artists is the reason he continues to host the event each year. All the art displayed during the festival is available for purchase. “The most rewarding thing about organizing this event
is seeing the art sell,” said Starr. “One hundred percent of the proceeds go directly to the artists.” In addition to the physical art displayed at the festival, musicians will be taking the stage across the four venues. Over the two-day span of the festival, 16 different artists will perform their music, with genres including country, classic, jazz and alternative rock. There will also be screenings of a few short films and comedy shows that are sure to make everyone laugh. A festival cannot exist without food and drink, of course, and the Art and Craft BeerFest will definitely not disappoint. There will be 22 different flavors of beer on tap, provided by Right Brain Beers, a Traverse City brewery. If you are not a fan of beer, have no fear, because there will also be 15 flavors of hard cider and 19 types of wine for you to choose from. The festival will also include food vendors like Pie Hole Pizza Truck, Gump's BBQ and Mark's Place. So, grab your drink of choice, have a snack and enjoy the art and music that will surround you at the Art and Craft BeerFest in REO Town. Advanced tickets for the festival cost $35 and VIP tickets (which grant you earlier access to the festival) cost $45. There is also an option to purchase a designated driver ticket for $15 that will allow you to attend the event and help your drunk friends find their way home safely. For more information about the event, or to purchase tickets, visit www.artandcraftbeerfest.com. Arik Hardin is a senior majoring in English with focuses in communication and popular culture. When he isn’t planning for his future career in publishing, you can find him crocheting another scarf, watching Disney movies and cuddling his dogs. You can follow him on Twitter at @arikhardin2. MYINGMAG.COM
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HELPING OTHERS IN EAST LANSING Make helping others in your hometown a part of your holiday tradition BY EMILY JENKINS
When the holidays arrive, and festivities take up all free time, it’s easy to forget about those in need of extra support during Michigan’s harsh winter months. Although we may have the best intentions during the season of giving, it can be hard to know where to start. In East Lansing, there are numerous organizations dedicated to helping those in need and guiding those who want to donate or volunteer their services. Three organizations that work to help people year-round are Gateway Community Services, Haven House and Volunteers of America. Established in 1970, Gateway Community Services functions as a teen shelter for those in need of a place to stay. It is the only homeless teen shelter in Lansing for ages of 16-20. In addition to offering crisis hotlines, they works diligently to help LGBTQ+ youth find a place to stay if necessary, with professionals available for counseling. For more information, visit gatewayservices.org. Haven House, which opened in 1983, provides emergency housing for one- and two-parent families. This organization works to help families regain self-sufficiency and draws volunteers from the community to participate. Volunteers can help make dinner, work in the office or organize games with children. To look for volunteer opportunities, go to havenhouseel.org. The oldest organization of these three is Volunteers of America, which was established in 1896. Providing a variety of services, this organization is committed 20
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to helping local people in need of assistance over the holidays. Volunteers of America offers food for those in need of a meal and shelter for veterans, seniors and families in the East Lansing area. For more information, visit voami.org. For students looking to simply donate, many of these services provide lists of needed items; popular items are diapers, toiletries, canned food and winter clothing. There are many organizations on campus that hold fundraisers like canned-food drives during the winter months, so students can donate in dorm lobbies or hubs on campus like the Main Library or Wells Hall. Volunteering is also a fantastic way to get involved without having to spend money. If you’re looking for an opportunity to meet new people in the Lansing area while helping a great cause, check out the websites provided on this page. Organizations are always looking for eager volunteers with positive attitudes to help during the busy winter months, when homeless shelters become busy. While winter does increase the importance of homeless shelters, it is important to remember that giving back is not just fashionable during the holiday season. The colder temperatures bring a greater need for shelter; these organizations and many others offer services year-round. Emily Jenkins is a sophomore student majoring in professional writing and comparative cultures and politics, and minoring in Spanish. She is a crossword puzzle enthusiast, a soup lover and she adores gorillas.
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A cheap, tasty treat to enjoy this winter
BY ARIK HARDIN
If you’re new to colder climates, you might still enjoy the novelty of the winter season. The snow, heavy winter clothes and hot cocoa all have their charm. However, if you are unfortunate enough have to experienced many years of winter, you will inevitably reach the same conclusion: winter is by far the worst season. Thankfully, we have a wonderful solution to make snow into something that you can celebrate every year. Snow ice cream is a simple, fast and inexpensive way to turn boring, flavorless snow into a delicious treat to share with friends and family alike. So, put on your gloves, bundle up and get ready to make a delicious, wintry treat.
What you’ll need for a normal batch (serves 6):
• 13 ounces canned evaporated milk • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1 ¾ cups sugar • Pinch of salt • 8 cups (more or less) clean snow
Kitchen tools you’ll need: • 2 large mixing bowls • Large spoon
Directions: 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine evaporated milk, vanilla extract, sugar and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well-blended. 2. Take one of your large mixing bowls and fill it with fresh, clean snow. Feel free to get more than you think you’ll need. It’s just frozen water, after all. 3. Slowly combine snow with liquid mixture. Add and mix in a cup or spoonful at a time until you reach desired consistency. 4. Split into individual bowls (or just eat it all by yourself) and enjoy!
What you’ll need for a smaller batch (serves 3):
• 5 ounces canned evaporated milk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • ½ cup sugar • Pinch of salt • 4 cups (more or less) clean snow
Arik Hardin is a senior majoring in English with focuses in communication and popular culture. When he isn’t planning for his future career in publishing, you can find him crocheting another scarf, watching Disney movies and cuddling his dogs. You can follow him on Twitter at @arikhardin2. MYINGMAG.COM
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My favorite holiday movie is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (a classic, honestly) because of the memories and traditions I have behind it. Every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, my family and I would go out and pick out
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My favorite holiday movie is essentially anything that plays on The Hallmark Channel during the month of December. I love how cheesy and dramatic they all
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our Christmas tree for the year, come home, decorate it, and finally relax and watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. To this day, it's one of my favorite holiday traditions and one that is still going strong.
are. In a weird way, they always put me in the holiday mood.
KELSIE DONALDSON My favorite holiday movie is The Santa Clause with Tim Allen. My brother and I love to watch this movie (and the other two in the series) every year. It's such a fun story and it never fails to put me in the Christmas spirit. From Santa falling
off a roof to the main character's white beard that immediately grows back after he shaves, this movie is full of iconic scenes and quotes. Remember, seeing isn't believing. Believing is seeing.
ARIK HARDIN My favorite holiday movie is How the Grinch Stole Christmas (the Jim Carrey version, of course). I first saw the movie when I was a kid and I have been in love with it ever since. I watch it with my family multiple times every holiday
season (including with my cousin Kylie, who is ten times the fan of the Grinch that I am), and we spend weeks quoting the movie to each other. It’s a cheesy movie, but it is by far the best.
REYNA HURAND My favorite holiday movie would be the 1966 cartoon How the Grinch Stole Christmas. I remember my family and I used to watch it together during the holiday season while decorating sugar
MAGGIE MORGAN
The Holiday has been my favorite winter film since I was a freshman in high school and I needed something to boost my mood. My mom sat on our couch with my little sister and me and prefaced the film by telling us that it was her
cookies and drinking hot chocolate. To this very day, when it's on TV, my dad calls me into the room to watch it.
favorite holiday movie. It's clichĂŠ and adorable, but sometimes that's exactly what you need! Plus, anything that combines the talents of Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jack Black and Jude Law is bound to be amazing!
EMILY ORLANDO The holiday season is my favorite time of the year, so I naturally have an abundance of movies that I like to watch during the month we have off school between semesters. One of my favorites, and perhaps the most underrated, is Christmas
REBECCA RYDER
My favorite holiday movie has got to be The Polar Express. There's such a childlike wonder to it, and I love the musical numbers, too. I watched it with my sisters while growing up in Florida,
with the Kranks. Don't let the Rotten Tomatoes score scare you; the movie is funny and heartwarming, and Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis's portrayal of goofy yet loving parents will 100 percent remind you of your own.
and it was always fun to crank the air conditioning up, cozy up with blankets and hot chocolate and pretend we were having a white Christmas!
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IN WITH THE NEW Breaking bad habits without the stress BY EMILY JENKINS
As 2017 turns into 2018, many people will use the new year as an opportunity to start breaking bad habits. Here at ing Magazine, we’ve compiled a list of suggestions to make kicking old habits teasier and more fun!
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SET A LIST OF PERSONAL GOALS
It’s impossible to start getting rid of bad habits if you don’t know what habits you’re trying to break. To get started, make a specific list of what it is you’re trying to stop doing: biting your nails, watching too many YouTube videos, sleeping in too late or any other small thing you’d like to cut back on. The process of creating the list of 24
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habits to break is vital; writing out your goals will help you to visualize what you hope to achieve and help you organize your thoughts. Make this list short! Don’t try to come up with more than one or two habits to focus on breaking at a time. Doing so can get overwhelming and be counterproductive.
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CREATE A GOAL CHART
After this list has been created, try making a goal calendar. After each day of successfully avoiding a bad habit, check that day off with a big checkmark or even a fun sticker. Keeping a calendar like this is a gentle,
stress-free way to remind yourself of your goal, and it’s exciting to see your calendar fill up with days full of achievement. If you’re trying to stop biting your nails, for example, each day you avoid biting your nails gets a check. By the end of a week, it will be so satisfying to see each day filled with the mark of success!
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Do this often and with pride. Breaking a bad habit should not be a painful process that offers no enjoyment. Did you avoid sleeping in too late over the weekend? Buy that shirt you’ve been wanting! Did you stop picking your split ends for a week? Devour some delicious chocolate. It’s important to continually praise your own success because quitting bad habits is exhausting work. To stay up to the task, keep reminding yourself it’s worth the effort by treating yourself when you succeed.
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yet don’t forget that breaking any habit takes time and patience.
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GO EASY ON YOURSELF
One mistake is by no means the end of the world. Biting off a hangnail after avoiding chewing your nails for two weeks does not mean all your work is for nothing. Sleeping in past noon one Saturday does not mean you’re doomed to do so every Saturday after that. Be forgiving,
ASK OTHERS FOR ADVICE
There’s no shame in asking loved ones for advice. Friends and family are always there for you and are willing to help you break habits. Get a friend who wants to quit watching too much TV and make it a friendly competition of who can avoid binge watching the most over Photo by Emily Jenkins the course of a week. Ask your parents if they have any tips, too. Most importantly, however, don’t be afraid to reach out if you can’t break a certain habit on your own or if you’re struggling with a more challenging problem. The MSU Counseling and Psychiatric Center is always available for counseling, no matter the problem. If you need more information, you can contact the office at caps@msu.edu. The counselors there are always happy to help. Hopefully, this list can help you get a good start on breaking your bad habits during 2018. The staff at ing Magazine wishes you the best of luck in quitting your unwanted habits this season! Emily Jenkins is a sophomore student majoring in professional writing and comparative cultures and politics, and minoring in Spanish. She is a crossword puzzle enthusiast, a soup lover and she adores gorillas.
Our Fight Will Not Be Won, Until it’s finished. Thank you to everyone who fought with us this year. We supported over 85,000 men and women and raised vital funds for research, however Michigan has still lost 1,400 loved ones to breast cancer this year alone, including our very own, Beverly Wall. We are making a difference, but we can do more. Act. Donate. Get Involved. Be More Than Pink.
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thy Seasons A year-round look at the most photogenic campus in the U.S. BY ALLISON BERTRAM
Michigan is without a doubt the best state in the U.S.; with endless activities, beautiful scenery, diverse cities and friendly people, what’s not to love? We also get to experience these things in four beautiful seasons. Ing Magazine may be biased, but we can’t resist sharing our favorite photos from Michigan’s most-Instagrammed spot — MSU!
Spring It’s the most confusing time of the year: It can be 70 degrees in March and snowing in April, while you’re still trying to find the motivation you never had after winter break. Despite all of that, MSU’s campus is full of budding beauties this time of year.
Summer We can’t get enough of MSU’s agricultural roots. Taking a walk through the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden can be the perfect study break amid those accelerated summer courses. Most students don’t stick around East Lansing for the summer, making it the most peaceful time of year on campus.
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Fall Fall in Michigan seems to never last long enough before the snow starts to fall. MSU’s abundance of trees provide the perfect setting to enjoy this shortlived season. Whether it’s walking to your 8 a.m. class or playing Frisbee with friends, take the time to soak up these vibrant colors.
Winter For many students, winter can be a struggle. The first snow is a sure sign that the end of the tough fall semester is near. You can wish it away all you want, but there’s something magical about how the snow sticks to the pine trees — and to your face as you walk to class. Allison Bertram is a junior studying professional writing with a focus in editing and publishing. She enjoys exploring Lansing, visiting coffee shops and greeting any dog that crosses her path. Follow her on social media at @alli_bertram. MYINGMAG.COM
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Loose ends to tie before you leave BY DEIDRE DAVIS
MAKE ONLINE BANKING YOUR BEST FRIEND
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When traveling, you can’t easily stop by a branch. You might not even be able to call. Online banking will be a lifesaver for you when you need to make a quick transfer or order a replacement debit card. Start using it now to familiarize yourself with the system before you take off for your next adventure.
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LET YOUR CREDIT UNION KNOW YOU’RE TRAVELING
Your credit union tracks your spending activity to help protect you from fraud. If they think you are in Michigan and a purchase from Ireland appears in your account, they might block your card. Before you leave, place a travel notice on your account to avoid mishaps of the sort.
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DON’T FORGET ABOUT THOSE BILLS
When you’re trotting around the posh neighborhoods of London, your Netflix subscription is probably not on
your mind. Give yourself one less thing to worry about and schedule your payments, such as subscriptions and credit cards, in advance.
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CHECK ATM LOCATIONS BEFORE YOU LEAVE
ATMs often offer you the best conversion rate. Make sure you look ahead to see what fees are associated with ATMs and if that will be the best choice for you to get local currency. If you’re not in a major city, though, it could be difficult to find an ATM and withdraw money. In that case, make sure you research alternatives such as getting the appropriate currency prior to leaving.
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PLAN FOR EMERGENCIES
Unfortunately, things don’t always go as planned. Prepare for the unexpected as much as you can. Keeping an additional debit or credit card in a safe place and only carrying a small amount of cash are backup plans in case you lose your wallet. Deidre Davis is the Chief Marketing Officer at MSU Federal Credit Union. MSUFCU’s headquarters are at 3777 West Road East Lansing, MI 48823. Contact Deidre at deidre.davis@ msufcu.org or (517) 664-7877.
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