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THINK OF THE COWS AND SAVE THE WORLD How not eating meat everyday can help you and the environment

HISTORICAL WOMEN OF THE WORLD And why they 're awesome

SERVING PATRONS IN THE MONTH OF MARCH A GUIDE ON WHAT THE SERVICE INDUSTRY GOES THROUGH THIS BUSY SEASON

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Spring has traditionally been seen as the season of rebirth. It is a time of renewal, when the plants break through the leftover frost and the puddles make our walks more whimsical. For many, the still-new year doesn’t really seem to start until springtime. In a social and political climate as tumultuous as ours, it can be nice to take a moment to smell the newly budding flowers and take in the world around us as it springs back to life. Too often we forget that we are all human beings sharing this planet we call Earth. We get so caught up in the doom and gloom of the big picture that we start to lose perspective of what really matters: kindness and respect. We’re all strapped to this flying rock hurtling around the sun (in the same boat, if you will), and the least we can do is take care of each other. It does us no good to tear each other down and dwell on the little things, when we’re all in this together. Thankfully, change is on the wind. A record number of women have taken office in both the House and Senate, representation in media is at an all-time high and rising, and advancements in science and technology are being made every single day. The future is looking bright for 2019, but we shouldn’t forget about the wonders right in front of us. For this month’s issue, we here at ing Magazine wanted to take some time to not only acknowledge National Women’s History Month by highlighting the advancements that local women are making in every field imaginable, but also take a look at other perspectives we don’t often see in the mainstream media, such as what it’s like to work on the other side of the bar during that great green holiday. In the modern age, we tend to take a lot of things for granted. We’re often so caught up in, and desensitized by, the happenings of the world around us that we forget to appreciate what’s right in front of us. From our local bus drivers to food service workers, the natural wonders of the world and the impact we have on them – it’s important to celebrate and appreciate the world we live in, and to take that positivity and momentum with us as we look toward the future. As always, spring is a time for hope. As we look forward, let’s not forget to look at the people right beside us, at the world we’ve yet to explore and to all the possibilities at our fingertips. Make 2019 a year to remember – not for the darkness that lingers from years past, but for the overwhelming optimism and positive energy we channel into every new day. You don’t have to be perfect, just try and be better and the rest will follow. In the words of famed comedian Conan O’Brien, “Work hard, be kind and amazing things will happen.” Sarah Nowack is a junior professional writing major who is minoring in graphic design. She works for the MSU Libraries Publishing Services Department as a print and design intern. She enjoys playing video games, eating outrageous foods and, above all, making terrible dad puns. She can be found at @battlerouge on Twitter and @shiverbound on Instagram. 2

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Think of the Cows and Save the World

How not eating meat everyday can help you and the environment BY JILL CIAMPA Climate change is an enormous issue that needs to be solved, but it can be hard to see how little action we take every day can help prevent it from getting worse.

more than 75 percent – an area equivalent to the U.S., China, European Union and Australia combined – and still feed the world.”

“Seventeen of the 18 warmest years in the 136-year record all have occurred since 2001, with the exception of 1998,” climate.nasa.gov has reported. Greater recycling efforts and energy-efficient buses have been implemented in the Greater Lansing community, which is a step we should take pride in having made. But there are more small steps that we can take. For instance, reducing the amount of meat we produce and eat can help better our environment in tremendous ways.

Apart from the direct impacts that meat production has on the environment, it has many impacts on human life as well. Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss from scientificamerican.com talked to David Pimentel, an ecologist of Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Pimentel said ‘“... If all the grain currently fed to livestock in the United States were consumed directly by people, the number of people who could be fed would be nearly 800 million.” He adds that the 7 billion livestock in the U.S. consumes five times as much grain as is consumed directly by the entire U.S. population.”

Multiple factors contribute to meat production that makes the process harmful to the environment. Deforestation is the cause of 18 percent of greenhouse gas emissions globally, and transportation causes 27 percent of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S., according to climatecouncil.org and epa.gov. The Humane Society of the United States also found that in the U.S., 37 percent of methane emissions (which have 20 times the effect on increasing global warming and have been proven to cause depletion to the ozone layer) are released in livestock agriculture. Damian Carrington of “The Guardian” reported that “... Avoiding meat and dairy products is the single biggest way to reduce your environmental impact on the planet ... The new research shows that without meat and dairy consumption, global farmland use could be reduced by

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Along with the environmental benefits of lessening the amount of meat we eat, there are health benefits as well. Many studies have been done that name the fats in meat as a risk for heart disease. The high cholesterol in meats is one of the main factors that lead to coronary artery disease, a type of heart disease (cdc.gov). With all of this information, it is easy to claim that not eating any meat would be the best course of action, but there are side effects to becoming vegetarian or vegan that need to be taken into consideration, the most notable being are of nutrient deficiencies. These nutrient deficiencies (iron, protein and vitamin B-12) can lead to lowered rates of oxygen distribution throughout the body, bone growth,

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and lower brain and nervous system functions, according to livestrong.com. Make sure you look into supplements that could provide these nutrients or do some research before leaving meat out of your diet. If you are unable to give up meat, try to be conscious of your meat consumption. Best said by greenpeace.org “We all must develop ‘meat consciousness’ and reduce the level of meat in our diets ... If we decide to eat fewer meals with meat or dairy each week, we can have a huge impact on our collective health and the health of the planet.” Jill Ciampa is a professional writing major studying publishing and technical and public policy writing. She enjoys spending time reading and water-coloring. She can usually be found watching Netflix, traveling, or trying to 2/4/19 get someone to ING Magazine ad.pdf 1 9:35 AM understand her French. Follow her @jillcia on Twitter.

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HISTORICAL WOMEN OF THE WORLD And Why They’re Awesome BY JORDAN WARREN

Emmeline Pankhurst was a British activist for women’s rights in the early 1900s. She headed the movement to win the right for women to vote. Pankhurst founded the Women’s Franchise League and later helped found the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU), whose members were later dubbed the “suffragettes.” Members of the WSPU were known for their aggressive forms of protest through arson, damage of property and hunger strikes. Both the Women’s Franchise League and the WSPU, along with Pankhurst’s work, helped British women gain their right to vote in 1928.

Mary Mayo wished for her daughter to be able to attend the Michigan Agricultural College (now Michigan State University), but at the time neither a women’s program nor a women’s dormitory existed at MAC. In an attempt to help create change, Mayo became very active in the The Grange, an organization where women were admitted as equals to men. Through The Grange, Mayo began to advocate for more opportunities for women at MAC. Mayo’s efforts led to the creation of a women’s program and the building of the first women’s dormitory, Morrill Hall, in 1896. Mary Mayo Hall now stands in West Circle at MSU.

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Filomena Nunes is the current theory alliance managing director for the Faculty for Rare Isotope Beams on Michigan State University’s campus. In addition, she is a professor in physics and astronomy who recently received the 2017 Inspirational Woman of the Year Award from the MSU Center for Gender in Global Context in the Professional Achievement category. Nunes has a doctorate in theoretical physics and is currently studying direct nuclear reactions and structure models.

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With March being Women’s History Month, it would be easy to consider and celebrate those women that we already know, such as Rosa Parks, Amelia Earhart or Marie Curie. While those women should continue to be celebrated, there are other notable women who should also be honored during this month.

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Sarojini Naidu was the first woman to be the president of the Indian National Congress as well as the first woman to be an Indian state governor. Along with these accomplishments, Naidu also helped found the Women’s Indian Association, an organization originally created to liberate women that later fought against illiteracy, child marriage and other social issues.

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Fanny Blankers-Koen was a 30-year-old, Dutch housewife turned athlete. She was constantly mocked by critics and told she was too old for track and field and should be home with her children. The press even nicknamed Blankers-Koen “the flying housewife” in an attempt to belittle her. Despite this, she entered the 1948 Olympics. When she arrived in London she looked to her fiercest critic and simply said, “I’ll show you.” Blankers-Koen won gold medals in the 100-meter dash, the 80-meter hurdles, the 200-meter and the 4x100-meter relay. Photo byDaan Noske Anefo

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Wangari Maathai was the founder of the Green Belt Movement that preserves and attempts to revive public lands and forests as well as helps reduce the environmental impact humans have on the planet. Maathai was not only the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate, but she was also the first woman in the region to become chair of the Department of Veterinary Anatomy and an associate professor. In 2004 she became the first African woman to earn the Nobel Peace Prize.

While many people accomplish great things in their lifetimes, take the time this March to look into the accomplishment of some of these women who reached their goals despite the limitations of their time and place and how they’ve shaped many modern women.

Jordan Warren is a junior studying professional writing. When she’s not studying you can find her watching Netflix in her pajamas, writing short stories or taking pictures of the squirrels on campus. You can follow her on Instagram @jortay_ole.

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HOLLYWOOD’S OBSESSION WITH REBOOTS Why Tinsel Town keeps recycling content and why they (probably) won’t stop

BY CAMILLE ALLEN In December of last year, Entertainment Weekly revealed a first look of Disney’s “Aladdin” for 2019, which featured the newly announced cast on the cover. This was met with mixed reviews, leaving some excited and others a little skeptical. There was also a noticeable feeling of fatigue surrounding this announcement of yet another movie remake. Every day it seems some film or franchise is being updated. So what’s the deal, Hollywood?

track record is key, especially if it has the potential to multiply. Hollywood is much less interested in the spectacle of a single movie and has lately been drawn to creating franchises that will lead to more films down the line. Looking at the numbers, it is hard to blame them for falling into this. In Business Insider’s list of “Top Grossing Movies Worldwide,” 13 of the top 20 are sequels and three of the remaining seven are remakes.

Studios have been recycling popular stories for as long as Hollywood has existed, but there has been an undeniable influx of remakes in the past few years. According to Den of Geek, there are currently 121 remakes in the process of being made, and Disney alone has three set to premiere in 2019. This is primarily due to nostalgia, which sells exceptionally well these days. Two of the highest-grossing sequels of all time are “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” and “Jurassic World,” both of which are tied to legendary franchises, and many of the remakes and sequels coming to theaters this year originated from beloved titles like “Charlie’s Angels,” “The Grudge,” “The Lion King” and “Aladdin.”

Perhaps the most important driving force behind this trend is intellectual property, which Michael Rothman of “ABC News” defines as any storyline, franchise or character that a studio or production company owns. So as long as these studios own the rights to these stories, they can do as they please, making it even easier to just re-create a story. The industry has had a streak of massive success just from updating stories and rebooting franchises, so this strategy has really paid off.

This practice of re-creating films usually comes in three forms. You’ve got your remakes like “A Star is Born,” which features a familiar story, give or take a few changes, with a shiny new cast. Then there are sequels or spinoffs that either bring back original characters for a new adventure or bring on a new cast to expand on the original franchise, such as “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” or the new “Men in Black” movie planned to release this summer. Then there are reboots, which hit the reset button on a film by keeping the general concept but changing the story, such as last year’s “Tomb Raider” or the various “SpiderMan” series. Audiences with a love for these stories and characters allow studios in Hollywood to make a film without any risk because if you take an already successful title, add a few extra story elements and some prominent red-carpet faces, you’ve got the recipe for a blockbuster. A successful

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Sequels and reboots have become Hollywood’s get-out-ofjail-free card, but this is not inherently a bad thing. Many people love seeing their favorite characters return to the screen for another sequel, and sometimes it is nice to see a movie from your childhood reimagined through today’s film standards. While some may prefer these franchises to remain untouched, it is important to remember that Hollywood filmmaking is – above all else– a business. If something is projected to make a quick buck, or in this case a quick billion bucks, can you really be upset when they jump at the opportunity?

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Camille Allen is a Junior studying professional writing and graphic design. She enjoys learning new instruments, watching rom-coms and snapping pictures of cappuccinos. Find her on Instagram

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An in-depth guide to understanding the NCAA Tournament. BY ROCKILA YOUNG AND MICHELLE MCKERNAN March Madness is an event that many look forward to, but it can seem overwhelming at times, especially if you are not familiar with basketball or the tournament itself. But don’t worry, it’s a lot less scary once it’s explained. The NCAA Tournament was created in 1939 and has grown from just eight teams to 68 teams that compete in seven rounds for the championship title. There are two ways for a team to earn a bid (a ticket so to speak) to enter March Madness.

Automatic qualifiers

The 32 Division 1 conferences all receive an automatic bid to enter the tournament. No matter how the teams did during the regular season, as long as a team is eligible for postseason play and wins its postseason conference tournament, it gets a bid.

At-large bid

This is how the other 36 teams get chosen for the tournament. After the regular season and conference tournaments have been played, a 10-member NCAA Men’s Division 1 Basketball Committee, known as the Selection Committee, comes together and decides what other teams deserve a ticket into the tournament. Using stats and rankings from the regular season and the postseason conference, as well as looking at what impressed the committee, the committee decides which teams will get a bid into the tournament. All of this takes place on Selection Sunday, which is March 17 this year.

What comes next

Once the 68 teams are selected, they are assigned to one of four regions, East, South, West or Midwest. This decides the matchup of the first round. On Selection Sunday, the teams are ranked by the Selection Committee one through 68. These rankings are derived from how the teams played in the normal season and conference tournament performance. Selection Sunday is as it sounds, it’s the day the Selection Committee announces all teams, ranks and brackets. The teams are now broken down into 16 teams in four different regions. After being separated, each 10

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team receives a rank between one and 16. This ranking is considered a “seed.” Four teams are eliminated in the first round and that knocks the number down from 68 teams to 64. The four teams that are eliminated within the first round are referred to as the “First Four.” The first round of matchups is determined by pitting the best-ranked team against the worst-ranked team. For example, the No.1 ranked team would play against the No.16 ranked team and so on. The intention is to give the best teams an easy first matchup. Thirty-two games are played within the first week to determine the “Sweet Sixteen.” After that, the “Elite Eight” are crowned, which leads to the four remaining teams, referred to as the “Final Four.” Teams then compete until there is one team left to claim the championship. If you want to watch the madness of March Madness you can view the stream online on “March Madness Live” or your choice of station: TBS, TNT, TruTV, CBS or even the Big Ten Network.

March Madness committee and brackets

The Selection Committee is in charge of choosing the teams to play in the tournament. It also oversees the seeding and the brackets. The people on the committee serve five-year terms. As mentioned earlier, the committee is responsible for bracketing. This is how the NCAA includes the viewers in the tournament. Viewers and fans can guess on how they think the tournament is going to go. With over 50 stories about the teams, the NCAA website offers advice for filling out your bracket sheet. It gives information that can potentially help you win. There are stories about past bracket winners, past tournaments and more. Brackets open after Selection Sunday, right after the committee announces the teams or “field” as the NCAA refers to it. Brackets will close that following Thursday, before the first game. This is meant to be a fun way to interact with March Madness, and it is not a competition you should be scared to participate in.

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an interesting fact that may help you when it comes time to fill out your bracket sheet: Since the beginning of the tournament in 1939, 35 different teams have won. UCLA has won 11 championships, which is the most of any team.

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Good luck on predicting your winners and staying sane during this time of Madness. Enjoy the tournament and the experience it brings. Go mad, but not too mad!

Rockila Young is a senior studying professional writing with a concentration on editing and publishing and a passion for creative writing. She one day wishes to be a published novelist and chief of editing. While having a passion for writing, she loves children and is currently working at a child care center. You can follow her on Instagram @r.o.c.k.i.e Michelle McKernan is a senior studying professional writing with a concentration on editing and publishing. When not working or at school, you can usually find her cuddled up with her dog enjoying a book or catching up on some muchneeded sleep.

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SERVING PATRONS IN THE MONTH OF MARCH A guide on what the service industry goes through this busy season BY MICHELLE MCKERNAN After the busy holiday season is over, the service industry has a lull in business that servers can find taxing. That all changes, though, in the month of March, with March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day. Before these events, a server might be lucky to have football fans rooting for their favorite team on Sundays, but this year the real banger will begin on March 17, which will not only be Selection Sunday, the kick off for the NCAA tournament, but St. Patrick’s Day as well. Selection Sunday is the day when a 10-person committee from NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball chooses 34 basketball teams to participate in one of the most-watched tournaments in America. Now, on any different Sunday, the bars would already be packed with patrons waiting to hear if their favorite teams had made the cut. Drinks would be poured, wings and other bar food would be served and nerves would be frayed. Now mix this with arguably the busiest drinking day of the year and the servers and other waitstaff are already holding their breaths. St. Patrick’s Day, also known as “The Feast of St. Patrick,” is a widely celebrated holiday where folk of green blood and party enthusiasts alike come together to enjoy the festivities that await at their favorite pubs and restaurants. For the many people who work in the service industry, they know what this holiday entails and prepare their staff for the upcoming onslaught of customers. Careful planning goes into the preparations for the sudden influx of customers. Even well-trained and experienced servers can become exasperated with the demand for the combination of rowdy sports fans and college students looking to celebrate the drinking holiday. The mixture of both of these holidays on the same day is already causing stress amongst business owners and other 12

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staff members who work at these facilities. Jim MacQueen, owner of Coach’s Pub and Grill in Holt, voiced his frustrations “It essentially takes away a day of revenue for us. Normally, we could count on two days of heightened revenue that week. Since St. Patrick’s Day is so consuming, there is no way to satisfy both types of guests [sports fans and holidays celebrators].” The wait staff is preparing for the busy holiday as well. One server, Jessica DeVeaux, recounted last year when she worked on St. Patrick’s Day. She started with explaining how the opening staff had to be there by 6:30 a.m., which is very early compared to the 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. opening times that usually occur. “I got my first table around 10 a.m. At first, there were six people, but from 10 to 3:30 p.m. there ended up being about 15 people all on one tab. I can’t remember how much the bill was, but it was close to $400 and the ‘big spender‘ tipped me $40,” DeVeaux said. “Around 11 is when I got crazy busy because we filled up. Mostly drinkers and apps here and there. The day crowd, for the most part, was very polite and generous!” A break finally occurred between 6 and 7 p.m. when she had time to tidy up and prepare for the night rush. “You definitely could tell that the later crowd was a little less fun. I felt like everyone was burnt out. I stopped taking tables around 10:30 p.m. but after side work, it was around midnight before I was done.” After 13 hours of serving practically nonstop, anyone would be exhausted. That doesn’t include the prep work and clean-up that most servers must do, though, and after a busy day like St. Patrick’s Day, anyone would be ready to drop.

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It’s not always the safest job either. Security guard Donald Wilson reflected on his experience while working security during these special events. “By the end of the night, everyone is drunk. A good majority of the people loved me because I was fun and didn’t take any crap, but there are always the people who started stuff,” Wilson said. “I have been taken on by four guys at once (on a separate occasion than the events being described) and was seriously injured, so I’m always on my guard. I just wish people knew that when you’re a jerk, I may not tell you to leave, unless we’ve reached that point, but your food and drinks are going to suck from then on. We all communicate with each other and are a team, so if you disrespect one of us, we all will react towards it.” The festivities of both events flowing together are going to be stressful for anyone working them. To the patrons and customers who plan on participating in these events, please keep a few things in mind; servers usually make up to about $4 an hour and have to tip out the bartenders, bussers and sometimes even the cooks a percentage of their sales,

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which means that if a server was tipped poorly all night, they might just end up paying out of pocket to the other staff. So they rely on your generosity to help them make any sort of profit for the day. A rule of thumb, tip at least a dollar for every drink. It doesn’t matter if it’s water, soda or a spirit, someone is still taking care of your needs. Customers should also keep in mind how much alcohol they have consumed, as it is the server’s responsibility to cut you off once you have reached the point of intoxication – not only for your safety but theirs as well. Don’t get offended and angry when they must make this call, as it is their job and they are required to do so by law. The servers and other workers want you to get to your next destination safely. Most importantly, though, enjoy your time and have fun celebrating both of these events on March 17 and remember to take care of your servers.

Michelle McKernan is a senior studying professional writing with a concentration on editing and publishing. When not working or at school, you can usually find her cuddled up with her dog enjoying a book or catching up on some muchneeded sleep.

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BY MADISON SIMMERS European backpacking is a “coming of age” adventure to experience the continent’s diverse cultural phenomena. Its popularity has increased steadily since the 1950s, especially within the college-aged demographic as part of a “gap year” – typically a yearlong break from school. While travelers romanticize and liken their adventure to independence, there can be hidden frustrations and worries preluding the trip, especially if travel rates are a concern. However, backpacking’s attractiveness is due to its low cost and independent travel. Insight from veteran backpackers can provide value for future experienceseekers, especially with the trip’s inexpensiveness past the flight fares. “My best friend and I were planning to go to Europe all of high school,” said Justin Lobb, a student at the University of South Carolina. “We got the idea from my dad since he did the same thing after he graduated college back in the day.” When asked what he would tell prospective adventurers, Lobb advised about the usefulness of planning and time management. “What we did to plan the whole thing was picking a city to fly into and one to fly out of, and then filled in the dots in between,” he said. “We flew into Amsterdam and had to be in Barcelona, I think, three-and-a-half weeks later.” When arriving at the initial destination, Lobb referred to resources, research and previous backpacker accounts as guides. “One thing that helped a lot was the all-you-can-ride Eurail train pass we got,” Lobb said. “And then also booking hostels in advance, so we actually knew we had somewhere to stay.” Among their travels, transporting from one country to another, they relied heavily on Europe’s Eurail – the continent’s express train that travels through 28 European countries – and emphasized its ease of use. The Eurail Pass is an all-in-one pass allowing access to most trains across Europe. However, stay advised about train reservations. It’s recommended to check if a train requires reservations. If not, passengers can board immediately after showing the Eurail Pass. “It (Eurail) makes everything a lot easier. I wouldn’t say it’s hard to use as I never got mixed up,” Lobb said. “You can look up train time online and sometimes reserve a seat 14

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if it’s an overnight or long ride.” Once arriving within any unfamiliar territory, check for hostel availability. Hostels allow for real-world interaction with the culture of a country. They’re a form of temporary accommodation encouraging a shared social experience since there’s at least one bed per person within a communal area. “Every hostel was different,” said Whitney Thalheimer, an avid traveler. “Some felt like five-star hotels with a great community of people of all different ages.” The travelers spoke about immersing themselves within the local communities with the help of youth hostels and public transportation. Reflecting upon her experiences, Thalheimer spoke of backpacking cultivating change within herself because of firsthand experience. “My favorite experience was freedom the and excitement I had no matter where I went. It was unknown territory that felt so welcoming and was so beautiful in every aspect,” Thalheimer said. “Living out of a backpack made life much simpler, made me appreciate my surroundings more and made me less materialistic.” Lobb provided last-minute suggestions for prospecting European backpackers. “We went from Amsterdam to Belgium, Germany, Italy, France and then Spain. The sights and people and culture in Florence were my favorite, but the best nightlife without a doubt was in Barcelona.” According to Lobb, “Capicola ham in Italy is NOT regular ham. The locals in Paris trying to dance with you on the street usually are also trying to get your wallet. And I highly recommend the Hofbrauhaus in Munich.” It’s also highly recommended to start your adventure today. Look into European backpacking, save money for the flight fare, buy your Eurail Pass and book your hostel. Immerse, engage and enrich your knowledge through firsthand adventuring. Madison Simmers is a senior studying advertising management and professional writing with a focus in editing and publishing. You can always find her with tea in hand and ready to take the day head on. If not, she’s binge-watching YouTube videos or watching “Cheers.”

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Female Artists: Appreciated and Acknowledged Women’s History Month just got an artistic twist BY MOLLY HARMON

Name five modern-day artists off the top of your head. Try Googling “famous artists” and see whose names pop up. How many of those artists are women? Many people, through no fault of their own, have been primarily introduced to male artists as the upper-echelon of the art world. The resolution can lie both in recognizing the talent of current female artists, and visiting museums in order to do so. This is not meant to ignore male artists who have worked the entirety of their lives in order to make a name for themselves. Being thoughtful about those underrepresented, however, is necessary. The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum on Michigan State University’s campus currently features Ursula Biemann, a videographer and artist among numerous other fantastic titles who presents a video entitled “Subatlantic.” It is one of the participating pieces in the overall project known as “When the Land Speaks.” It was described by MutualArt.com as a piece that confronts “resource extraction, sustainability, land rights, and displacement and dispossession.” Biemann lends the viewer a bird’seye view into beautiful landscapes connected by powerful bodies of water. An activist for art and the environment can inspire others to pursue multiple passions that may appear to the public as impossible to combine. Meredith Stern and Molly Fair are also featured at the Broad Museum as part of the selection of print from the portfolio “Migration Now!” exhibit. Both women use their innovative voices to advocate for immigrants’ rights and condemn the dehumanization of immigrants. Fair specializes in screen prints while Stern creates portraits, and both interweave powerful, politically driven messages throughout their individual portfolios. The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) currently features “Ruben & Isabel Toledo: Labor of Love,” a grand exhibit that honors Detroit’s history with industry and modernization. This couple created installations inspired by permanent pieces of the DIA’s collection. Much of the artists’ work was specifically influenced by Diego Rivera and acknowledges his contribution to Detroit’s art scene. While the exhibit is housed in the Special Exhibitions wing, pieces of it are also displayed throughout the DIA’s

other collections, nearby the muses for each piece. The entire exhibit is bilingual, featuring descriptions of the work in both English and Spanish. The DIA’s official website states that Isabel “conceives of shapes and structures for her fashion designs” while Ruben focuses on “sculpture, painting and illustration.” Another exhibit in the DIA, “From Camelot to Kent State: Pop Art, 1960-1975,” features Mary Corita, who wore many professional hats such as successful pop artist, teacher and even Catholic nun. The artist facet of herself used art to advocate for those subject to racism and poverty. She yearned for justice and understanding in her community. These women artists, among countless others, have been buried under notions of sexism and patriarchy in society. That is not to say their work hasn’t been appreciated or noted. They obviously have made a difference in others’ lives, and they have their work featured in renowned museums. However, the fact that one must dig to find these talented female artists begs the question: When will women have their time in the spotlight? Recent years have paved the way for women to raise their voices unapologetically and to stand up for the acknowledgement that is rightfully theirs. Hopefully this message of empowerment will resonate in the art community.

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Molly Harmon is a junior professional writing student from California hoping to end up in a big city. She loves finding hidden fashion gems, listening to pop culture-esque podcasts and snapping her fingers at poetry open-mic nights. If any of that piques your interest, you can follow her on Instagram @mollyharmon.

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Irish Desserts Baileys brownies and Guinness Dark-chocolate cake BY JILL CIAMPA Adapted from loveswah.com, these recipes will help you put a little Irish flavor into your cooking this month.

Baileys Irish Cream brownies

1 cup Guinness beer 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter ⅔ cup cocoa powder 1¾ cups caster/superfine sugar ⅔ cup sour cream 2 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 cups plain flour 2½ teaspoons baking soda

1 cup flour ½ cup unsweetened cocoa ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ⅓ cup chocolate chips ¼ cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Cooking spray

Baileys cream-cheese icing

Instructions for brownies

Guinness dark-chocolate cake

4-5 cups powdered/icing sugar ½ cup butter at room temperature 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature 4-6 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream (to taste)

Instructions for cake

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Melt all the butter and Guinness in a saucepan over low heat (make sure the saucepan is deep, as you are adding more ingredients to it later). 3. Once everything is melted in the saucepan, turn off the heat and mix in the cocoa and sugar a little at the time. 4. In a separate bowl, use a mixer to beat the sour cream, eggs and vanilla together until they are a creamy consistency, then add the beer mixture from the saucepan. 5. After everything is mixed, add in the flour and baking soda. 6. Put the batter into a smaller pan, about 9 inches. 7. Cook for one hour.

Instructions for icing

1. While the cake cooks, use the mixer to start the icing. Add the butter and icing sugar together first. 2. Once that is consistent, add the cream cheese a little at a time. 3. Then add the Baileys. 4. Once the frosting is fluffy, frost the cake and serve.

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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt into a bowl and mix. 3. Put the chocolate chips and butter in a separate, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture until it melts, start with 1½ minutes, mix, and then add 30 seconds each time after. 4. Once it is all melted, add the sugar, eggs, Baileys and vanilla extract. Add the sugar only a little at a time or else it will clump. Microwave this mixture for a minute, mix, and then repeat for 30 seconds at a time until it looks consistent 5. Put the liquid mixture into the flour mixture. Mix until everything is combined. 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Jill Ciampa is a professional writing major studying publishing and technical and public policy writing. She enjoys spending time reading and water-coloring. She can usually be found watching Netflix, traveling, or trying to get someone to understand her French. Follow her @jillcia on Twitter.

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Las Fallas The Spanish festival where art, culture and fire collide. BY MICHELLE RIED Las Fallas is a festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain, from March 15-19. “Fallas comes from an ancient tradition where carpenters of the city, a day before the feast for St. Joseph, burned wooden articles in front of their workshops that were unusable throughout the year,” said Pepa Martí, a native of Valencia. “It is the most important celebration in Valencia because St. Joseph is the patron saint of Valencia.” Now rather than burning unusable materials, people spend months preparing fallas, or sculptures to put up in the streets. They range in size, some reaching over two stories high. The ninots, or puppets, on the fallas are made of wood and plastic foam, papier-machéd and painted to represent the world, typically in a satirical way. “When you look at it really closely and read all the artist statements … they talk about the history and are often politically motivated,” said Katherine Stark, a student at Michigan State University from the study abroad program in Valencia. Las Fallas has scheduled events such as la Mascletà, la Plantà, la Ofrenda and la Cremà. From March 1-19, la Mascletá, a short pyrotechnic display, takes place in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento at 2 p.m. Maddy Alpert, another MSU student who studied abroad in Valencia, said that this portion of the festival “... focused on the sound. It’s just loud. That’s the (best) way to describe Fallas. It was definitely the craziest week of my life.”

La Ofrenda, or the offering, spans March 17-18. This is where the religious portion of the event is focused. Men, women and children bring flower offerings to the Virgin in the Plaza de la Virgen. They dress in traditional Valencian outfits. The women’s include lace, veils, jewelry and sashes. “My host sisters absolutely loved it,” said Stark. “They dressed up a few times during the week and had their hair specially done.” While walking around the city to see the fallas, there are plenty of stands selling Spanish foods and drinks. A traditional treat to have during this time is a buñuelo. The fried dough creations resemble doughnuts and are made with pumpkin, rolled in sugar and perfect for dipping in chocolate. The party doesn’t stop at night. Mobile discotecas, or clubs, are set up in the streets and people are out until the early hours of the morning. On the final day, the fallas are burnt to the ground during la Cremà. All week long there are things to do and as Stark said, “It was a good cultural experience, something [you] would definitely not experience anywhere else.”

Michelle Ried is a senior studying professional writing with a focus in editing. Along with that, she is also studying Spanish. When she’s not working, she is spending time with her friends, family, camera or watching Netflix with her three favorite felines. She can be found on Instagram at @michelles_picture_stash. MYINGMAG.COM

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A TAXING ORDEAL Getting to the root of East Lansing’s new citywide levy BY ROCKILA YOUNG So, you all got the email from the government stating that taxes are no longer a thing, right? They’re ending it? Yeah, me neither. What we did get was an email from the city of East Lansing informing the residents and employees/ employers that a new city tax law has been passed. The email stated that East Lansing voters passed a law, informed us of when the law will go into effect and told us what needed to be done by a certain date with W-4 local tax forms. Now, the email did include a very small “tax information” section, which just referred back to everything that was stated earlier in the message. Not one part of the email informed us, the residents and nonresidents working in the city, what the tax was being used for. Many of the residents of East Lansing just attend school here, and therefore wouldn’t be aware of this law because this isn’t their hometown. The same goes for employees who work in East Lansing. East Lansing voters, however, may have known what the email referred to immediately. There is a link provided in the email that will give more detailed information about the new tax. After following the link, doing further research and talking to some employers’ accountants, who all had to attend a meeting to be enlightened, the new city tax is more understandable. The email informs us that the new city tax rate is 1 percent for residents and 0.5 percent for nonresidents. What it doesn’t mention is that the tax will end after 12 years. The money will fund the East Lansing Police and Fire Department protection and pension liabilities. Twenty percent will fund the Police Department, 20 percent will go to the Fire Department and 60 percent will be directed toward unfunded pension liabilities. 18

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Unfortunately, the city of East Lansing is having a financial crisis and has had to make necessary cuts and take necessary actions, which is just a long way of saying they’re in debt like the rest of us. Now, we the people of East Lansing are paying for it. No, the tax isn’t a lot, but the least they could have done is to make clear what was happening to people’s paychecks. Yes, our police officers and firefighters need protection. Yes, retired people deserve to have pensions – it’s what they worked for – but who’s to say that we all can afford this tax? A lot of East Lansing’s population is in school, which already costs a lot. A lot of East Lansing residents have children, which costs even more. A lot of people are already in debt, and no one is trying to add an extra tax for them. Anybody who is employed in East Lansing pays a federal and city tax on top of other taxes depending on their status, such as being a homeowner. Why isn’t the money we all pay in the city tax enough? Where are the city tax funds going? We should know more if we’re being told that they’re taking more money. Now that you’re informed, how do you feel about it?

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MICHIGAN WOMEN FORWARD Organization stands as an advocate and fighter for change BY MOLLY HARMON In an age where women are making strides professionally, socially and economically, Michigan Women Forward is the perfect organization to set an example for future philanthropy inspired by the power of women. Michigan Women Forward began in 1986, thanks to Mary Jo Pulte and her recognition of the lack of philanthropic funding to organizations driven to aid women. The foundation’s official site states its mission is “to accelerate Michigan’s progress by advancing equality and opportunity for women and girls.” Leading by example, it drives that statement home and then some. #WOMANUP covers the organization’s first pillar and the fact that women receive 10 percent less funding than men do. That percentage drops even further for women of color. Therefore, Michigan Women Forward wants to set women up for success and provide them with a network of support via the many supporters who are willing to give back. Jennifer Pappas, Michigan Women Forward director of external engagement, said, “Many of these women who come to us don’t have the access that you or I may.” The philanthropic foundation created a micro-loan fund to aid women. When individuals donate, they may specify what they are passionate in supporting. That can mean leadership programs, seminars specific to science, technology engineering and math (STEM) topics or the overall mission of Michigan Women Forward. Its programs also include #UGOGirls, which encapsulates the second of the organization’s three pillars and focuses on developing Michigan’s next generation of women leaders. Pappas said the #UGOGirls programs “focus on high-value careers like STEM careers,” and she added that entrepreneurship is also covered. These women who will one day change the world are given the necessary tools to

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learn qualities like communication, leadership and collaboration. Not only does Michigan Women Forward establish an outlet for aspiring women, but it also has helped in the prosecution of sexual offenders through a program called Enough SAID. Michigan Women Forward’s website details its unending work with the Detroit Crime Commission and the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office to fund the testing of over 11,000 untested rape kits found in the Detroit Police Department. The project began 10 years ago, and Pappas said that the effort has made waves of progress. “As of March of 2018, we are really proud to share that all 11,341 rape kits have been tested,” Pappas said. “We’ve also raised enough funds to fund the cold-case unit. ... It’s one thing to have them tested, and another for there to be detectives and staffing to actually investigate these crimes.” The program has resulted in over 130 convictions and nearly 2,200 investigations. Needless to say, Michigan Women Forward is an advocate for survivors and the justice they deserve. Keep up with Michigan Women Forward at miwf.org as well as on Facebook and Instagram.

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CELEBRATING WOMEN OF MSU BY JILL CIAMPA To celebrate March as Women’s History Month, we are showcasing the women in sports on the Michigan State University (MSU) campus. Across the court, field and dance floor, women are changing the game. For example:

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● Hannah Jung, a fullback on the MSU women’s rugby team, was invited to join the USA Rugby’s Women’s D1 AllChampionship Series Team. ● Maddie Haggerty was named Most Valuable Player at the annual volleyball banquet in January. ● Junior Sarah McLean was chosen from 21 volleyball athletes for the College Sports Information Directors of America Google Cloud Academic AllAmerica Team. ● Both MSU’s cheerleading and dance teams went to nationals in January. ● Nia Clouden of the basketball team beat the previous rebound record with nine rebounds in a game.

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● Freshman Charla Echols of the MSU softball team was selected for the 2019 Junior National Training Team by USA Softball. ● Sophomore Sophia Franklin set a new a track and field record by breaking the school’s pole vault height at 4.18 meters.

Jill Ciampa is a professional writing major studying publishing and technical and public policy writing. She enjoys spending time reading and watercoloring. She can usually be found watching Netflix, traveling, or trying to get someone to understand her French. Follow her @jillcia on Twitter.

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Test Your Luck This quiz will help you lead a more charmed life BY JORDAN WARREN

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Everyone needs a bit of luck. It was luck that brought you and your best friend together, and it was luck that led to some of the world’s greatest discoveries. While everyone knows about your standard rabbit’s foot, four-leaf clovers and horseshoes, here is a quiz to match you with a charm that fits you best. Where would you prefer to travel one day? A. England B. Italy C. India D. Everywhere! What motto do you prefer? A. “Use the dirt life throws at you to plant the seeds of your success.” – Matshona Dhliwayo B. “We are most alive when we’re in love.” – John Updike C. “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates D. “When one door closes another door opens, but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.” – Alexander Graham Bell What bad luck often befalls you? A. get sick a lot B. have bad relationships C. get answers wrong D. don’t get as many opportunities

What job appeals to you the most? A. Farmer B. Stay-at-home parent C. Professor D. Midwife What kind of shampoo would you use? A. An all-natural dandruff shampoo B. Anything that smells like roses C. Any shampoo that works for my hair type D. Whatever’s lying around, I once used a random bar of soap to wash my hair What drink would you choose? A. A cup of tea B. A glass of wine C. An Orange Zinger (a cocktail featuring whiskey, orange marmalade, ginger, and soda) D. Whatever my boss drinks What animal would you prefer? A. Squirrel B. Ram C. Elephant D. That cute bowtruckle from “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”

What might you do in your free time? A. Lie out in the sun B. Hang out with my friends or significant other C. Read D. Look for my dream job on LinkedIn Photo by Pixbay.com 22

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If you answered mostly A, your good-luck charm is an acorn. Originating in England, acorns are associated with witches and are known for protecting you from illness. If you answered mostly B, your good-luck charm is a cornicello. Originating in Italy, cornicellos are thought to ward off evil and bring happiness to marriages and relationships. If you answered mostly C, your good-luck charm is an elephant. Popular in India and Thailand, elephants are known for their wisdom and strength and it is thought that keeping their figures around would bring you the same attributes.

If you answered mostly D, your good-luck charm is a key. Keys have long been a symbol of liberation and freedom. Keeping a key on you is thought to bring you good opportunities.

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OH, THE PLACES YOU WILL GO Ways to Travel for Less During the College Years BY: DEIDRE DAVIS Many college students talk about wanting to see the world, experience new cultures and gain a broader understanding of life outside their own community. Some people believe that your college years are the best time to travel. Why? Because you likely have fewer responsibilities than you will once you graduate and start a career. Here are some ways you can travel at reduced costs while in college. Travel in the summer or take a short-term trip Traveling to Europe can be expensive. As a student, you can access hostels to stay at greatly reduced costs over hotels, and take advantage of other opportunities to save through careful planning. Road trips in the United States are also a great way to travel. You already speak the language and can drive your own car. If several people ride together, you can share gas expenses, too. Study abroad One of the best ways to see the world is to study abroad during your college years. There are colleges all around the world that will provide you with credits that count toward your degree. You can often use financial aid to cover the cost of classes. Check in with Michigan State University’s study abroad program – one of the best in the country – for more information. Consider short-term mission trips Perhaps your church or religious organization plans trips that you could be a part of during your college years. It is possible you will need to raise funding to subsidize the trip, but sometimes the organization will offer scholarships if you come up short. Volunteer abroad Another way to see the world is through volunteering. Volunteer positions can be teaching, building, consulting,

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caring for children or protecting the environment. The Peace Corps, AmeriCorps and other organizations have both domestic and overseas opportunities. You may need to pay your way to the volunteer opportunity, but your room and board are often subsidized once you are there. Find a job or internship abroad Working abroad is another great way to travel and experience new cultures. There are many options if you are flexible and willing to try new things. If you have a college degree (and in some places, even if you don't), you can make money teaching or tutoring English. Save money to travel Almost all college students can save enough money to travel, if it's a priority. Think about what you spend on new clothes, computers, phones and going out to see movies. Saving a little bit each month can add up to enough to make a trip possible. Saving money for traveling is not as hard as it may seem. Michigan State University Federal Credit Union’s knowledgeable employees can walk you through various products and services to help you reach your travel goals. Stop by a branch or visit msufcu.org to learn more about sub-savings accounts, cash-back credit cards and other ways to save. 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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