The Collegian – October 7, 2016

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artist will be visiting Grove City College for the Christian Writers Conference.

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The Friday, Oct., 7, 2016

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Collegian The Grove City College Student Newspaper

Vol. 103, No. 5

Semester sabbatical Dr. Brown writes a book

Julianna Joseph Staff Writer

Fanfair to welcome alumni The annual Grove City Homecoming Parade featured various Greek floats, as well as a perfomance from the Grove City College Marching Band.

The festivities continued with the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen. 2016 Homecoming King James Leach and Queen Kaylee Strawhun are congratulated by last year’s king and queen, Zach McClelland and Gabi Ailinger.

For more pictures of homecoming see page 6 and 7.

KAREN POSTUPAC

News Editor

The Times High Education and The Wall Street Journal recently introduced a new set of U.S. college rankings. The results, which claim to be “pioneering,” do not include Grove City College.

“It defies logic that a school that is consistently ranked by others, including Princeton Review and U.S. News and World Report, as one of the nation’s top private liberal arts and sciences colleges would go from Money’s Top 100 one year to non-existent the next,” said President

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Prodigy to professional Angela Kim Staff Writer

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Wall St. Journal ignores GCC Molly Wicker

If you are looking for Dr. Daniel Brown this semester, you will find him hiding in an unmarked office in Hoyt, typing away like a fiend. Brown is taking advantage of Grove City’s sabbatical program, which is allowing him to spend this semester making headway on his new writing project. Being on sabbatical permits him to take a step back from practically the only schedule he has ever had.

“Having time away from classroom routine is refreshing and invigorating.” Brown said.

“This is the first time since kindergarten that I’m not in the Spring/ Fall semester mode.”

Grove City’s sabbatical program allows profes-

sors to take time away from teaching to work on projects that they would not otherwise be able to fully devote themselves to. Profess o r s m u s t apply for sabbaticals, justifying how t h e i r BROWN t i m e a w a y from teaching would be worthwhile. They must also be able to have their classes covered by colleagues within their department.

For a long time Brown had been unable to take a sabbatical because of the small size of the Communications Department. Now that the department has grown and he is able to have

Paul J. McNulty, ‘80.

“Grove City College didn’t change in a year, but the methodology that private sector reviewers use to evaluate schools did, and it is costing the College valuable third-party validation of its success as an educational institution with a tremendous return on investment.”

The rankings are based on 15 factors across four categories: forty percent of each school’s overall score comes from student outcomes, including their success after graduation, 30 percent from the school’s resources, 20 from how well it en-

gaged its students and 10 percent from the learning environment, or diversity.

What the WSJ does not disclose publicly in its explanation of the rankings is that the data from which the rankings are based upon is pulled directly from the federal Scorecard.

Schools which are not included on the DOE’s Scorecard are therefore automatically excluded on the WSJ/THE rankings.

After the College was omitted from the Scorecard in 2015, McNulty appealed to the Department of Education to either include Grove City College and oth-

ers that were left out of the database or provide a disclaimer to make it clear that not all colleges and universities were included.

After receiving no response, McNulty said, “We’re disappointed, but not surprised, that the Department has not responded to our request to include Grove City College in the Scorecard database, or at the very least, to provide a disclaimer to families that colleges that do not receive Title IV funds are not represented.”

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“He’s one of the best violinists in the world,” said Dr. Beverly Carter, Chair of the Department of Music, “when you’re concertmaster of the Philadelphia orchestra--you’re pretty much at the top of the game.”

David Kim — concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra since 1999 — will be coming to Grove City College campus on October 17, 2016. He plans to work with music students in the afternoon and present a public recital in the evening titled, “From Prodigy to Professional – A Life in Music.”

Kim’s recital will include both music and testimony as he shares a distinctly Christian message about his experiences and struggles throughout his life and career.

He will be performing a number of solo pieces from sonatas by Handel and Grieg to Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy to a hymn arrangement of ‘Tis So Sweet/Amazing Grace.

He will be accompa-

nied by Hugh Sung, an accomplished collaborative pianist. Sung has close ties with the college as his son currently attends Grove City College.

“Dr. Jeffrey TedKIM ford has served as the liaison with Mr. Kim,” said Carter. “and we are hosting the event in collaboration with Melissa MacLeod and Charlene Shaw, who head up the Showcase Series for the Office of Development.”

Kim began to play the violin when he was three years old. He studied with the famous Dorothy DeLay at age 8, later receiving his bachelor’s and master’s degree from The Juilliard School. He currently lives in a Philadelphia suburb with his wife, Jane, and two daughters.

Kim will perform in Ketler Auditorium of the PEW Fine Arts Center on campus on Monday, October 17, 2016 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available online at www.gcc.edu/davidkim and are free for Grove City College students.

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Molly Wicker News Editor

Makoto Fujimura, a prominent artist and well-known author, will be the featured speaker at this year’s Christian Writers Conference.

“I’m looking forward to sharing recent theological and creative discoveries,” said Fujimura.

For the inaugural conference of the newly formed Eastern region of The Conference on Christianity and Literature, Fujimura will offer a keynote talk about “Beauty and Exile: Negotiating, Exchanging, and Redeeming the Challenges.” As an artist and writer, Fujimura notes that “it is precisely in encountering and transforming our suffering into terrifying beauty that we know there is grace at the base of the universe.”

Fujimura is the recently appointed Director of Fuller Theological Seminary’s Brehm Center, a community that works to integrate worship, theology and the arts through critical academic study. He is an artist, speaker and writer recognized worldwide for his groundbreaking work which combines ancient Japanese painting techniques and decades-old scripture study.

A Presidential appointee to the National Council on the Arts from 2003-2009, Fujimura served as an international advocate for the arts, speaking with decision makers and advising governmental policies on the

JOURNAL said that the main criteria for inclusion “are that institutions are Title IV eligible, award four-year bachelor’s degrees, have appropriate Carnegie Basics classification, are located in the 50 states or District of Columbia, and are an active postsecondary institution.” Grove City College meets all of these standards except the first: the acceptance of Title IV funding.

“We excluded colleges where students do not receive Title IV funding because there was no official College Scorecard data available for students’ loan-repayment and earnings,” said a spokesperson from Times Higher Education. “Those missing data-points are essential to our calculation of the rankings.”

According to The Wall Street journal website, “The WSJ/ THE rankings offer students an invaluable guide because they pull back from the traditional emphasis on inputs – such as the average SAT scores of incoming freshmen or how many candidates were rejected – and place more weight on the students’ postgraduate success as well as their own opinions about the quality of their education.”

To formulate their rankings, The Wall Street Journal turned to Times Higher Education, a unit of TES Global Ltd., a London company owned by private-equity firm TPG Capital since 2013.

Times Higher Education was sold in 2005

by News Corp, the par-

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Makoto Fujimura has created many masterpieces as well as written many books. arts.

In 2014, the American Academy of Religion named Fujimura as its “2014 Religion and the Arts” award recipient, given annually to an artist, performer, critic, curator or scholar who has made a significant contribution to the understanding of religion amidst the art, both for academia and the public.

Fujimura has traveled across the country as a speaker, including to Yale and Princeton Universities, the Phoenix Art

ent of The Wall Street Journal owner Dow Jones and Co. Times Higher Education collaborated with WSJ to produce the rankings.

In an article published by The Wall Street Journal, Phil Baty, a rankings editor at Times Higher Education, says this ranking “is driven entirely by what matters most to students and families. The survey gets to the heart of what good teaching really is and how much a university is capable of stimulating and engaging students.”

A methodology report published by Times Higher Education details the process by which the rankings were formulated as well as the categories and their respective weights. According to this report, “data comes from a variety of sources from the US government (IPEDs, College Scorecard and BEA), from the THE US Student Survey, the THE Academic Survey and from the Elsevier bibliometric dataset.”

The Times Higher Education Student Survey is a survey for students to complete; however, that student list is limited to only those enrolled at the schools this survey has chosen to include. Grove City College is not included on this list of schools, preventing any student data from being collected.

The Times Higher Education Academic Reputation Survey is an invitation-only survey that is conducted of academics worldwide.

Grove City was not in-

Museum and the Aspen Institute. Fujimura found the International Arts Movement in 1992, a non-profit whose “Encounter” conferences have featured speakers such as Billy Collins and Miroslav Volf.

Fujimura’s has published three books, all focusing on the intersection of culture, faith and art. His most recent, Silence and Beauty: Hidden Faith Born of Suffering, will be the subject of most of his conference discussion.

vited to participate, according to Amanda M. McCreadie, the College’s Academic Resource Officer.

The overall methodology explores four key areas. Resources, which are worth 30 percent of the overall ranking, measure an institution’s capacity to effectively deliver teaching and includes three separate categories: finance per student (11 percent), faculty per student (11 percent) and research papers per faculty (eight percent).

Grove City’s website lists the student-faculty ratio as 13:1. The College does not report its specific spending per student or faculty research output.

Engagement, which is worth 20 percent of the overall ranking, measures how effectively an institution engages with its students and is made up of four categories: student engagement (seven percent), student recommendation (six percent), interaction with teachers and students (four percent) and number of accredited programs (three percent).

THE US Student Survey or THE Academic Survey are used to gather data for both student engagement and student recommendations. Grove City does not participate in either survey; however, U.S. News and World Report lists the College’s average freshman retention rate, which is 92 percent, as “an indicator of student success.”

Additionally, the College’s Accreditations and Affiliations are listed on its website. Grove City College is accredit-

ed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Additionally, nine departments are accredited and the College maintains formal affiliations with six organizations.

Outcomes, which are worth 40 percent of the overall ranking, measure the value for students who attend and the outputs of the institution as a whole.

They are made up of four categories: graduation rate (11 percent), value added to graduate salary (12 percent), value added to the loan repayment (7 percent) and academic reputation (10 percent).

U.S. News and World Report lists Grove City’s graduation rate as 85 percent. U.S. News also identified Grove City College as an “A-plus School for B students,” which indicates the College has a proven track record of helping students reach their fullest academic potential.

Moreover, PayScale

BROWN other professors cover his classes, hn is able to pursue his writing project.

Brown is very grateful to the other professors in the Communications Department and the staff at Buhl Library for making his sabbatical so productive and renewing. During his time away from teaching, Brown has been able to continue a project he has been working on for about eight years.

Brown has presented papers at conferences regarding the Christian Right in America since 2008. After several of these submissions, he realized that with more research he would be able to give a more comprehensive look into the way that conservative Christians have organized themselves.

With the amount of headway being made, a book proposal will likely be in route to the publisher by the end of his sabbatical.

Now, Brown’s new book, tentatively titled Rhetoric, Race, and Religion: The Beginning of America’s Religious Right, is well under way. In this book, Brown is exploring the origins of the Christian Right in America. It will focus on the roles that segregation, the Christian university syste,

and the federal tax exemptions have played in the development of the conservative Christian movement we have today.

The book reveals some details of the Christian Right’s past that many Christians probably will not be expecting. The public conception is that Roe v. Wade sparked the beginning of the conservative Christian movement in America; many believe that this is when Christians became organized against a common cause in our country.

His book will share many insights into what actually formed the Christian Righ, and what the implications of this formation are for us today.

Brown’s book is timely, and will likely spark conversation about where our country and the Christian Right are headed.

“I hope that the book serves as a reminder that the religious Right has some significant skeletons in its closet,” Brown concluded.

“During this election cycle I think some of these skeletons are coming out of the closet as evangelical leaders are showing support for Donald Trump.”

lists Grove City College’s ROI at $453,000 over 20 years, or annual return of nearly 10 percent. Graduates see an average early career salary of $48,100 a year that rises to an average of $84,700 at mid-career level, according to PayScale.

Additionally, the College reports a 97 percent placement rate in jobs or graduate school for alumni within six months of graduation.

The final category, Environment, which accounts for 10 percent of the overall ranking, analyzes an institution’s ability to provide an inclusive and diverse learning environment for students and faculty.

It is comprised of three categories: proportion of international students (two percent), student diversity (three percent), student inclusion (two percent) and staff diversity (three percent).

Although IPEDS does not account for staff diversity, it does report vast and comprehensive data on student enrollment.

Grove City’s Fall 2014 enrollment data includes statistics about gender, race/ethnicity and age.

While white women (1,269 of 2,509 total enrollment) claimed a majority, IPEDS also notes the presence of African American, Asian and Latin American students on campus.

“Grove City College has never asked the federal government for anything other than to be left alone to pursue its mission of providing students a high-quality liberal arts education in a Christ-centered community at a price that families can afford,” McNulty said.

“We face the same challenges that all colleges and universities do, but without the safety net of federal support because we stick to our principles and refuse to ask taxpayers to pay our bills. Ironically, the taxpayers are now funding a flawed rating system that is being used to obscure highquality, affordable college options. If the Department of Education cannot provide a truly fair and comprehensive tool for prospective students and their families, perhaps it is time for the Department to get out of the consumer information business.”

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Oct. 7, 2016

Grovers find callings

Dani Skinner

Contributing Writer The College hosted its 18th annual Career Fair this past Wednesday, its largest Career Fair to date.

Courtney Vago, Assistant Director of the Career Services Office, oversaw much of the preparation for the event so that it would come together smoothly.

“The Career Fair is our largest recruiting event of the year,” Vago said. “It’s a one day opportunity to connect with employers and grad schools.”

This year, the Career Fair hosted 171 organizations representing 19 states as well as several international opportunities for students.

“About half of the student body is out of state,” Vago said. It is important to include companies from as many diverse locations as possible.

This event welcomes all years and all majors

and provides an opportunity for students “to get a better idea of what is out there, or to actively search for an internship or a job,” she added. “We want this to be a formal HR event.”

The Career Fair is unique because it offers multiple opportunities for face-to-face time, with over 370 recruiters all in the same location.

Another unique aspect to this event is the fact that these job representatives are often Grove City College graduates.

“Of those 370 plus total recruiters, about 145 of them are Grovers,” Vago said. This gives students in attendance an instant connection, one that they would not easily find elsewhere.

Renée Soderstrom, a recent Grove City College alumni, was a representative for Sherwin-Williams at this year’s Career Fair.

“I found a job at this company at the Career Fair my senior year,” Soderstrom said.

Soderstrom started out at an entry level

position at SherwinWilliams, but after completing the Management Trainee Program, she quickly moved up within the company.

“The Career Fair is such a great way to talk to so many different types of businesses with all sorts of prospective jobs,” Soderstrom said.

“I was not expecting to end up where I am today, but the Career Fair helped me realize there are so many opportunities out there and that I was really only as limited as I was making myself out to be.”

When asked what the typical student turnout is for this event, Vago stated that “we’ve had as high as 1200 [students] but typically we see 1100 in attendance.”

Vago stated how it is always very encouraging to see students so eager to jump on opportunities such as this one.

Employers also like to take advantage of the opportunities the Career Fair can provide.

JOE SETYON

The Career Services Office held its 18th annual Career Fair on Wednesday.

“A lot of these companies like to make the most of their trip by providing informational sessions before or after the Career Fair,” said Vago.

On-campus interviews have also been

conducted by certain companies this past week who wish to spend more time recruiting while they are already in the area. “[The Companies] are definitely here to hire,” said Vago.

The Grove City College Career Fair is an opportunistic environment for both the recruiters and the students and can also be a stepping stone for jobs that may come in the future.

Around the world from GCC Justine Simon Staff Writer Since the Stan and Karen Johnson Office of International Education was founded in 2007, 554 Grove City College students have studied abroad, in addition to the hundreds of students who have studied in the Grove City study center in Nantes, France.

Since then, students have represented the College in more than 44 different countries worldwide.

Currently, Grove City has 50 students living in different countries, taking college courses, immersing themselves in different cultures and learning what it means to be completely out of their comfort zone.

While other students are living the daily Grove City life of attending classes and participating in extracurricular activities, Grove City being represented in Belgium, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy and Spain.

Students study abroad for a variety of reasons, but experiencing and seeing the world is a key motivator for some to jump on a plane and go. Studying abroad gives so much more to students than just studying in another country -- it provides a way for students to find their identity.

According to Anna

Reed, a junior studying in Limerick, Ireland, “I have gained a further understanding of how grand and diverse the world truly is. Ireland has given me the chance to experience some of God’s most beautiful masterpieces, meet some incredible people with backgrounds vastly different from my own and has given me a fresh perspective of God’s sovereignty.”

Alicia Smith, a junior studying in Prague, Czech Republic, has been experiencing life like never before.

“Well, I’ve only been here for two weeks but I’m learning a lot about being independent and focusing on personal growth. I’m using this experience to figure out who I am, learning to love myself as well as learning to adapt to the circumstances around me,” Smith said.

The Office of International Education encompasses the College’s belief that travel is essential for growth.

They are committed to partnering with students to make it easy and affordable to study abroad. More than anything, they are committed to helping students excel worldwide whether that is for two weeks, a summer, a semester or a year.

Dr. Lois Johnson believes that, “Study abroad is one of those experiences that is once in a lifetime. It is an experience that is pro-

JUSTINE SIMON

Students at Grove City College have the opportunity to study abroad in a variety of foreign countries, including the Czech Republic. found in that it not only enriches you academically, it makes you more aware of the world and the impact of cultures on your career and on your personal life. You learn to become more tolerant, more independent, and more mature in the way you feel toward yourself, but also toward the world in which you live. No other single experience that you will encounter will do this for you and to you. It is inconceivable that one can have a full education without partaking of what this entire globe has to offer through study abroad.”

Grove City desires to foster a community for its students to learn -- and some of the best learning does not happen inside of the classroom.

For more information on intercession trips or studying abroad, contact Dr. Johnson at LLJohnson@gcc.edu or visit the Office of International Education in HAL 319.

England excites Alexandra Craven Contributing Writer Grab your suitcase and passport because this week we’re traveling to England.

England is part of the United Kingdom, located on the island of Great Britain. The country’s population has reached to just over 65 million with over eight million living in the capital: London.

Dr. Lois Johnson, Director of the Office of International Education, shared a few words about the beautiful country.

“I’ve probably been there over 15 times.”

Johnson took students on many faculty-led courses before studying abroad was possible.

In the past, Johnson said, it was possible to purchase a ticket for $400. Now one would be lucky to buy one for under $1300. The rising prices have made it difficult for students to

participate in intercession courses and study abroad opportunities.

England is a good choice for students looking to study abroad because it is an English speaking country. As a result, you won’t have to worry about learning a new language. This means that students can fit in and comunicate easier.

“It is a great and comfortable option since there is no language barrier,” said Johnson.

England also offers countless opportunities for many different majors. In recent years, students have participated in programs studying Biology, Political Science and Education.

There are also options for those interested in an internship abroad.

A popular destination to study is London, since it is the most populous, but there are also many hidden gems. Whether you like the bustle of a

big city or the quaintness of a small town, England has something for you.

If you’re interested in taking an intercession course, there are three upcoming opportunities in May and June 2017.

SSFT 210/GOBL 300 and ENGR 390/ HIST 390 leave late May 2017. Both trips will visit England among other countries as well. There is also an opportunity for education majors to take Issues and Trends in Early Education or Teaching Elementary Social Sciences in London from June 3-11, 2017.

Choosing to study abroad for a semester is a great opportunity to experience a different country and to immerse yourself into a different culture. Keep your eyes open for the next study abroad fair to get more information on the various program options.

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ARIELLA CARTER

The Grove City College Republicans hosted their first presidential debate-watch party on Sept. 26. the club plans to host parties for the final two debates as well.

College Republicans host debate-watch parties

Josh Delk Staff Writer

After months of anticipation, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton went headto-head on the debate stage last Monday.

The Grove City College Republicans hosted their largest debatewatch party to date for the event in the Student Union, where over 200 students

cheered and jeered as the Republican realestate magnate took on the Democratic former Secretary of State.

Grove City College Republicans Co-Chair Hannah Lutz commented on the “outstanding turnout” for the event, which she credited to “the Trump effect.”

The event drew so many students because “everyone wanted to

hear the crazy things he was going to say.”

By hosting debatewatching parties for each of the election’s presidential debates, the GCC College Republicans hope to work toward their goal of “getting students involved with and educated in the world of politics,” said Lutz.

“It was a lot of fun from our perspective to see students get en-

gaged with the debate,” she added. “That’s what the College Republicans are all about.”

The crowd of students was energetic and animated during the debate, interacting with each other and demonstrating their support for both candidates.

While most of the audience were in either enthusiastic or reluctant support of the

Keeping your heart on guard Dr. Love From Lovesick in Lincoln: “What does it actually mean to guard your heart?”

“Guard your heart” has become a cliché of Christian dating culture, and I’m sure that many a Grover has had experiences with youth pastors, parents or friends who have given them this advice.

But where does this phrase even come from?

Most people tend to look to Proverbs 4:23 as the basis for guarding one’s heart. This verse counsels, “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.”

Of course, this verse doesn’t say anything specifically about dating, relationships or even love. At first glance you might conclude that the ever-sopopular “guard your heart phrase” is just another verse taken out of context.

But while this verse generally refers to guarding your heart against all forms of wickedness and foolishness, you can certainly

make a case that the same principle applies to relationships. Just like we need to guard against evil speech, lust, selfishness and the like, we need to also guard ourselves and our significant others against passions in our relationships that will cause us to make rash and harmful decisions.

To guard your heart, you have to be wary of mentally marrying your significant other before you can actually get married: know that relationships take time to develop, to share experiences and to build trust. Planning out the wedding after three dates is a little presumptuous, even at Grove City.

A big way to “take it slow” for Grovers is making sure that you don’t pray together.

Now hear me out: I don’t mean that you should never ever pray together over the course of your relationship, just not early on.

You should definitely pray about the relationship by yourself and with friends. But believe it or not, it’s not a necessity of the

Christian walk to pray before either of you touches your food at MAP. Prayer is an intimate and vulnerable time of communication with God, and early on in your relationship it can be dangerous.

It can create a temptation to impress, trying to show off your best Christian-ese words without thinking rather than honestly expressing yourself before God in that moment.

And if you do use that time to bear your life before God while your new significant other is with you, it can cross boundaries of intimacy and openness too early.

Guard your heart from using prayer and spirituality as a supplement to your relationship.

Vulnerability is of course key in any relationship, romantic or otherwise, but you need to be vulnerable wisely.

There is a reason that expressing your feelings feels risky and can be nerve-wracking.

Without the safety of a commitment, opening up and sharing intimate details of your life with someone can result in

deep emotional wounds that can take a long time to heal. Intimacy without commitment can be perilous.

However, don’t take guarding your heart too far to the point that you no longer are able to build meaningful relationships. Relationships require vulnerability and honesty in order to continue growing.

Make your intentions clear; communicate with one another so you know how you both feel about your relationship, and so you know where you are headed.

To quote Homer Simpson “Risks make life worth living.”

So yes, guard your heart, because it is the “wellspring of life.”

Don’t pour out yourself right away, because it can cause heartache in the future. And don’t let the culture of Grove push you to emotional intimacy too quickly in a rush toward marriage.

Have questions you want answered by Dr. Love? Email them to The Collegian at collegian.gcc.edu

Republican nominee, Hillary earned some applause for memorable comments such as “a man who can be provoked by a tweet should not have his fingers anywhere near the nuclear codes.”

SGA Sophomore Class President Evan Hangliter praised the debate-watching party, as it allowed students to “watch the future of our country and gov-

ernment unfolding.”

The number of students at the event was “very encouraging” said Hangliter, because “it showed me that the GCC community cares deeply about the future of our nation.”

The College Republicans will be hosting debate-watch parties for the second and third debates held on Sunday, Oct. 9 and Wednesday, Oct. 19.

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Boasting authentic Thai cuisine, Noodlehead is worth the drive to Pittsburgh.

Why not noodles?

Kelleigh Huber Life Editor If noodles aren’t enough to sweep you off your feet, perhaps the entrancing location in which Noodlehead is set will be enough to make you give it a try the next time you find yourself hungry in Pittsburgh.

Located on South Highland Avenue, the quaint restaurant offers an enjoyable experience for all, from the $9 entrees, which are sizeable portions, to the BYOB feature that gives you the opportunity to enjoy a cool drink alongside spicy noodles.

Open daily from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., Noodlehead provides a small menu with a large variety. Their appetizers range from spring rolls to dumplings, and also pig wings. In addition, noodle soups are available, both consisting of different noodles, meat, veggies and broth, showcasing their

diverse ingredients that are also featured in the entrees.

In addition to the diversity of noodle dishes, Noodlehead presents an atmosphere that draws you in off of the busy street and into the comfort of a small, home-oriented restaurant, complete with dimmed lights and despite the amount of tables, a quiet visit.

A few items to note before embarking on this journey: Noodlehead only accepts cash, although there is an independent ATM on site.

If you are traveling in a group, make sure that you all arrive together, because in order to be seated, everyone must be present. Apart from those minor details, Noodlehead is a sure win for families and friends alike.

“Featuring tasty noodle dishes inspired by the street markets of Thailand,” make sure to give Noodlehead a visit when you’re in the area.

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Entertainment

Oct. 7, 2016

A night to remember Paige Kraynak Contributing Writer

Joel Ansett ‘12 returned to his alma mater last Saturday, performing some of his most popular songs at a free concert.

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Joel Ansett comes home to GCC

Jenna Hershberger Contributing Writer

As Grovers who may have never experienced life at another college, it is easy to completely forget about the benefits of attending this school.

It’s easy to walk the halls of HAL, complaining about the difficulty of the academics, or slump in a seat in Hicks and moan about the food, or stand by a dorm room window and get depressed by the weather.

Sometimes it may take someone new or someone from the outside to remind students just what a wonderful school this is.

Last Saturday, Joel Ansett was just one of those people. When he

stepped onstage, he immediately gained the audience’s full attention by joking about feeling awkward and uncomfortable. He began his performance with a cover, but then launched into a few of his own songs.

One of his best and most popular pieces was “Turn to Gold,” a song in which he describes the beauty of Colorado aspen trees during the fall, and how they lose their gorgeous yellow leaves after only two weeks.

Angela Kim especially enjoyed it, explaining that “It’s my favorite because of the message that he shares about how true royalty is not about hanging onto the good things, but letting them go. [Ansett] said

that he always tries to hang onto things too tight, and he ends up making things worse.”

Indeed, not only were the lessons of Ansett’s songs relevant, but so was his personal story.

As a Grove City College student, he did not begin enhancing his musical skills until his junior year of college.

After a video featuring his music became incredibly popular with his fellow students, the Grover began performing at events, which led to his career as a professional musician.

Now, he has the chance to return to his alma mater and continue gaining an audience from current students.

In fact, Jordan Luntz, who sang for one of the concert’s opening per-

formances, had never heard Ansett’s work before Saturday, but said that “I thought he was absolutely incredible.

He is truly gifted, and I can honestly say that I enjoyed every second of his concert. It’s so evident that he puts his heart and soul into his music, and he loves the Lord. I’m most definitely a fan now.”

In the same way that Ansett has had the opportunity to hone his skills and gain new fans while at this school, the three musicians who opened for him had the chance to do the same.

Coby Bartolucci, Jordan Luntz and Matt Vavro performed several covers. Bartolucci even played a song he had written himself.

The three gained spots

at the show after their stellar performances at Java Jam. Luntz, a freshman, explained that “I truly can’t express how blessed I feel to have been chosen to open for this event. Music is such an important part of my life, and I was worried that coming to college as an Engineering major, I wouldn’t be able to be as involved as I would like.”

But thanks to all the different opportunities presented to her, Luntz was able to get involved.

“God is good, and Grove City is such an amazing place that is constantly presenting opportunities for students of any major to share their passions,” she added.

Cocktail dresses, snazzy gentlemen, Christmas lights and Swedish Fish all made an appearance at the Homecoming Dance.

It was an eventful evening, as the DJ played popular music and students from all years came together for a night of fun. The main dance was held in the Breen Student Union and the ballroom and swing dance alternatives were held in Crawford Hall.

Arriving promptly at the dance was not as unfashionable as some might think. Before the crowd of people showed up, the few in the Student Union had the opportunity to bust out their best moves to songs like the Cupid Shuffle. This would not be possible later on in the evening, as the floor became packed with dancing students. It was so full that it took a few minutes to cross from one side to the other, dodging stray feet and elbows.

When needing a break, students were welcome upstairs into the Great Room, where junk food, water and a photo-booth were located. Students were able to escape the crowd of dancers and move to a quieter, carpeted place to talk for a bit.

It was crowded in the Student Union, and many students wished the weather the swing and ballroom dances could have been held outside. However, the decorations were fitting for the “More Magical than a Fairytale” theme.

Christmas lights and tree leaves gleamed in the SAC

‘Sully’ lands with a bang

Tyler Landman Contributing Writer

So far this year, the cinema has disappointed.

The slate of movies usually starts out poor in January and February, but is expected to improve as the year goes by until the final weeks of summer.

Instead, some of 2016’s best releases came out early on in the year, including “Deadpool” and “10 Cloverfield Lane,” then the quality of movies dissipated soon after.However, the recent release of “Sully” may have broken this trend.

“Sully” tells the incredible story of the “Miracle on the Hudson,” way back in 2009.

The movie yields a PG-13 rating, but the only people who may not remember that day’s events are those under the age of 13.

So why should you see this movie if you know what happens? How can somebody stretch

208 seconds into one and a half hours?

Director Clint Eastwood recaps those 208 seconds and the various perspectives of the people involved in the flight and the succeeding rescue, but Eastwood’s greater focus was on what followed.

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Homecoming 2016

A weekend of parties, parades and revisiting past memories Joe Setyon

Managing Editor Grove City College welcomed its alumni back home last weekend with a variety of special events. On Friday night, students and alumni congregated in the Breen Student Union for the annual Homecoming Dance, where attendees ate, drank and danced the night away.

The next morning was the Homecoming Parade. Students, faculty and townies watched in awe as floats from various Greek groups sailed down the street.

It was a beautiful display of vivid color, the hard work students put into the floats definitely paid off.

Early in the afternoon on Saturday, Greek groups and campus or-

ganizations set up tents on lower campus and on the quad, giving alumni the opportunity to relive old loyalties. Five and ten year class reunions were celebrated, but most notably, the Class of 1966 returned for its 50 year reunion.

The football team also played its Homecoming game in the afternoon. Before kickoff, the Homecoming king (James Leach) and queen (Kaylee Strawhun) were announced.

Though Grove City was celebrating the 50th anniversary of the undefeated 1966 team, the Wolverines were defeated by Waynesburg 14-10.

The festivities concluded on Sunday morning, with a Homecoming worship service led by Rev. John Downey ’75.

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Coffee, music and Chex mix

Olivia Conrad Contributing Writer Music and snacks brought students to the SAC on Wednesday for the Student Government Association (SGA) Coffee House.

Six acts performed at the low-key event, with students free to come and go as they mingled and enjoyed refreshments.

Peter Wentz opened up the event with some pleasant acoustic tunes.

Jeremiah Lin performed second that evening, with a few original and cover songs on both guitar and piano.

Coby Bartolucci and Kaylee Strawhun created a nice blend of voices as they sang.

Sara Goncz performed some original songs on her guitar along with a few covers including “Dreams” by The Cranberries.

The fifth performance was by a group made up of Jordan Horst, Josh Tracey, Tyler Mulley and Alex Locher. Christine Miserendino also joined them for the first two songs. This group has performed together in past coffee houses before, which showed through their cohesive sounds.

Luke Ritchee and Abby Buirge closed out the night with a cover of “Heavy” by Birdtalker.

SGA provided a fallthemed Chex mix made

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SGA Coffeehouse Concert was Wednesday in the Breen Student Union. Grovers enjoyed music, coffee and snacks. the Junior Senate Chair for Social Affairs. It was also made with candy corn and pretzels.

It was very popular with the crowd and was mostly gone by the end of the night.

For drinks, there was tea, hot chocolate and a variety of coffees avail-

able. As it got later into the night, more people gathered to enjoy the music and the relaxed atmosphere.

“I came for hot chocolate and to be with my friends. It’s nice to just take a break and be around the people you love,” sophomore Pearl

New to Netflix

Matthew Hoekstra Staff Writer

Binge-watchers have reason to be excited in the month of October, as the streaming service has announced the movies and television series that will be added to its streaming library this month. Among the titles are a handful of Netflix original movies and series and a number of classic films.

Netflix has already made several additions to its streaming service.

“Breakfast at Tiffany’s”,” “Dazed and Confused,” “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”, “How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days” and “Titanic” are among the titles new or returning to the streaming website.

“I’m excited that ‘Titanic’ is back, because it’s such a sweet movie,” said senior Erin Koehler. “If anyone else wants to watch it, I’ll watch with them. Maybe with a boy. Not like a Netflix and chill, but just Netflix, you know?”

If you are looking for a new series to watch, American Horror Story: Hotel (season 5), Arrow

(season 4), Supernatural (season 11) and The Flash (season 2) are ready to stream.

Netflix is also unleashing quite a bit original content on the binge-watching community. Among these titles are “Russell Peters: Almost Famous”, “Joe Rogan: Triggered”, “Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids,” “Black Mirror (season 3),” and “The Mr. Peabody and Sherman Show (season 3).”

“Those all sound so ridiculous, but they could be good,” senior Brad Warmhold said when he was told about the new crop of Netflix original content.

Warmhold is still optimistic for this crop of Netflix original content.

“I feel like that’s how most Netflix Original Series look when I first hear about them, but most of the ones that I’ve seen have been decent.” Warmhold was most excited for “Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids”, he said.

It is not all good news, though. A handful of popular titles will be gone from the

streaming service by the end of the month.

The “Back to the Future” series, “Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius,” “The Interview,” “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh,” “The Truman Show” and “Psych” will all be gone from Netflix by the end of the month.

“I am saddest about ‘Psych’ leaving,” said senior Briley Langehans. “During my freshman year, I would have a ‘Psych’ night every Friday night with some friends. We found that we could watch six episodes of ‘Psych’ in one intervis session. So I’m very sad ‘Psych’ is leaving because of the memories that I have with it.”

Overall, this month does not seem all that different from any other month for Netflix users. A handful of exciting movies and shows will be made available on the service, and some users will be disappointed by the shows and movies that are no longer available to stream.

Scalzo said.

The musicians and the members of the SGA worked together to make this coffee house a success. Justine Simon, one of the Vice Presidents of Social Affairs, believes that this was “A great way to propel us forward into fall.”

It’s never too early to get a head-start on your Christmas shopping, right? Starting at 10 a.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday between October 14 and 23, shoppers can get their Christmas prep done early. There are over 230 booths and venders expected, all housed in six separate buildings- and yes, they’re heated! Booths will be open Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

According to familyfestivals.com, shoppers will “see many of the region’s best artists and craftsmen displaying their finest crafts including functional and decorative wood, appliqued & embellished clothing, personalized Christmas ornaments, dried and silk floral arrangements, photography, prints, painted glass, jewelry, fabric decor for your home, children’s toys, scent-

ed candles, unique gift items, tapestries, decorative flags, soft sculpture, personalized signs, pet treats & collars, purses, and much, much more!!!”.

In addition to their large selection of handcrafted knick-knacks, Shelly McCombie will be performing classic Christmas songs to fatigued shoppers, free of charge. And for all you children-at-heart, Santa Claus will be making a special appearance in his antique sleigh. A photographer will not be provided, so bring your own cameras.

Parking is free, admission is $6 per person and the event will go on, rain or shine because all exhibits are indoors. This event will take place at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 2151 N. Main Street, Washington, PA 15301. Even though this event is an hour and twenty minutes from Grove City, what better way is there to spend a weekend off campus?

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When people feel the government has become to tyrranical, they often protest. Some even advocate for anarchy.

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Is anarchy the answer?

Joshua Sikora Contributing Writer

When one thinks of anarchy, scenes of burning cities, vast riots and general chaos are conjured in the mind.

Yet these images stem from the state of anarchy, rather than an anarchist society. A society which exists without a government is said to be in anarchy.

Perhaps the greatest fear people have when they think of anarchy is that without laws or police, death would be severely widespread, and it would be too dangerous to step foot outside one’s home.

While there may not be an inherent defense against criminals from some form of central government, this fear holds little weight.

First, in the absence of government, all restrictions on firearms would disappear. Without the limitations on acquiring firearms, ownership would be widespread across a society. Data already shows that areas where gun ownership is high

there are generally fewer murders.

The cities in the United States with the most murders are cities with severe gun control laws.

FBI statistics also note that as gun ownership has increased in recent decades, violent crime has decreased in the same time period. With gun ownership widespread, it is more likely that a potential victim could fight back, which could deter potential criminals.

Second, believing that the lack of a government would lead to increased murders is based on the assumption that laws prevent murder.

Plato said that “Good men do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while bad men will find ways around the law”. What Plato is saying is that a good man will be a good man, whether there is a law or not, while a bad man will be a bad man, with or without the same law.

There is legislation against murder today, and yet there are thou-

sands of murderers. If a law prevented murder, it does not make sense as to why so many commit murder.

Man will act according to his own moral compass, whether a law forbids him from doing something or not. If a man is determined to kill, he will attempt to do so.

The only difference is that under anarchy, his potential victim has a higher chance of being able to defend himself.

Assuming that anarchy will lead to an explosion in murder is assuming that millions of people are willing to commit murder, yet are held back by words on paper.

The absence of government is not the real threat to the lives of people, but rather the government itself.

The statistics from the twentieth century are a perfect example to see the threat to citizens by their governments, rather than each other.

The largest loss of life in the twentieth century came from the government’s direct ac-

tions over their citizens.

These actions range from genocide, to policy induced famine, to killing political opponents.

Though the numbers are still debated, deaths in this manner number approximately one quarter of a billion people.

If the number of war deaths are added, the number only grows larger. War is a government construct, and without government, it is likely that wars would disappear. During the twentieth century, between soldiers and civilians, an estimated eighty million people lost their lives due to the wars of governments. Adding that to government deaths inflicted on civilians, there are over three hundred million lives lost because of the actions of governments.

Over the twentieth century, millions also lost their lives at the hands of their fellow human beings, without government involvement. However, this number is but a fraction of the deaths govern-

ment is responsible for.

An estimated eight and a half million people were murdered in the twentieth century. Going by the estimates, for every murder, government was responsible for almost forty deaths around the world.

In order to assume that anarchy is a bigger threat to life than the government, one would also have to assume that for every murderer, there are thirty-nine people willing to commit murder, and are only held back by the law. That assumption is a stretch.

The idea that deaths would spike under anarchy are pure speculation, and ignores the nature of anarchy.

Yet, when examining history, the idea that government is a source of death is empirical obvious.

Without a government, we would be unlikely to see large numbers of deaths. But with government, more deaths would almost be a certainty.

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Should we follow the French?

Joshua Fried

Foreign Correspondent Living in the heart of Paris for two weeks, there are two things that stand out right away. The first is that the pigeons are smaller than in the states and twice as courageous.

Maybe it should be said they’re irrationally fearless.

The second thing is that as a result of the numbers of homeless individuals, every public restroom costs anywhere from 70 cents to two euros to use. The result of this courtesy is that the majority of homeless individuals are forced to choose between buying a little food and utilizing a proper restroom.

The purpose of this article is to explore the idea of a restorative utopia for the homeless and impoverished. The ideas may or may not be original, but they are original for me.

The thought stems from the apparently wrong belief that a socialist or communist government could somehow eradicate poverty, yet the po-

litical system of France does not appear to be any different than that of the States.

Maybe that means that the States are a lot more socialist than they would wish to admit, or maybe there is no relationship between poverty and economy.

Maybe there is only the connection as a result of the economy dealing with money and poverty lacking money, but this connection may potentially be a fog to distract from reality.

What causes poverty, if it is not the lack of monetary resources?

Or the lack of resources in general?

The impoverished seem to be backed into a wall that only the rarest of lucky individuals can escape, so how can that be fixed?

For this idealistic experiment we will use the United States as the hypothetical state.

The answer has to start in two places, not one.

First, individuals across the United States have to be willing to give up some luxuries.

Luxuries are not evil or even bad, and the rich wouldn’t have to

sacrifice everything.

Yet this first item may be realistically impossible to hope for people to have charitable hearts and active hands in change.

The second starting place is an even more radical idea. The state would have to get its budget under control.

It wouldn’t require perfection, but it would require cutting military spending drastically for starters.

When almost 54 percent of the budget goes into military spending for a country not officially at war while millions sleep on the streets, there should be more than a slight uproar.

This doesn’t mean that soldiers should take pay cuts, but all other spending ought to be drastically reduced, specifically in offensive measures.

Defensive measures should be drastically cut as well, and people like Donald Trump can donate to military spending if they so firmly believe in its importance.

Once the budget is cut, there should be a

flat tax of at least forty percent across the board on individual income, with a quarterly refund of five to ten percent of taxes paid.

This money should be used to reduce poverty in the country. This reduction of poverty would begin by building small cities for the homeless and the unemployed. The housing would not be luxurious, but it would be a roof, a bed, a restroom, food and security.

The next step is to separate the handicapped from the able workers in this impoverished group. The handicapped would go into federally funded medical facilities to aid in their recuperation whether it be a physical or mental disorder.

Those that end up in the city, would be placed in a government structured job search.

Some of the jobs would be cooking, cleaning, and security in the new cities. Initially, one can seek the job they desire, but after a short period of time, they would be placed in a job.

Yet this money would not be paid to them,

instead, these cities will operate on a government point system that they can redeem for education, housing upgrades, and other necessities.

The point of the system would be to get those in poverty who are capable of working and lack the resources to find work to gain education, and eventually graduate out of the cities into better jobs and better housing, where they would no longer be in the point system but would gain the income from their new work.

This system also would protect single mothers, who would be provided for with assistance in child care and a heavily reduced work week, such as ten to twenty hours of work or education instead of working forty plus education.

This idea is the idealistic groundwork of a potentially revolutionary idea, but it requires more thought and time to take it from the ideal into the real.

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No true Christian can be feminist

Harrison Dean Caleb Gramm

Contributing Writers In recent years, feminist activists have attempted to fuse Christianity and modern feminism. While the writers who postulate this position are wellintentioned, there are serious flaws with their arguments. The most obvious is the utter incompatibility of Christianity and feminism with regard to gender roles.

Christian feminists in publications such as the Huffington Post, Relevant Magazine and The Odyssey Online attack the idea that treating men and women differently is permissible at all. One writer goes so far as to say, “In fact, the only ‘roles’ ever assigned by God are to

children when they are called to obey their parents.”

This quotation echoes the beliefs of many Christian Feminists. But is this view compatible with biblical theology?

God clearly defines gender roles throughout the Bible, painting a picture of Christ and the Church through male-female relations.

Our whole identities are pulled into this beautiful analogy, extending even beyond marriage.

During the creation of man in Genesis 2, God forms Eve to be “A helper fit for [Adam]” and creates them both in His image; the two genders share the divine spark that makes us human, and places us above all other material creation.

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are made most clear in Ephesians 5:22-33, in which Paul defines what a biblical marital relationship should look like. By Paul’s definition, both husbands and wives are called to sacrifice themselves; women being called to be submissive in Christ to their husbands (verse 22), men being

called to sacrificially love their wives the way Christ loves the church (verse 25) and to teach and help their wives through the working of their sanctification (verse 27).

This system is not oppressive to women - it doesn’t label them as inferior to men any more than a church

member is inferior to her pastor or a citizen is inferior to his president. The two genders have simply been given different roles by God in light of their natures.

As Galatians 3:28 says, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

In terms of salvation, and in mankind’s stewardship over the Earth, men and women are equal, both called to work to the fullest extent of their capacities for the glory of God. There is no biblical commandment that discourages women from being in the workplace; in fact it could easily be argued that Proverbs 31 actively encourages it.

Likewise, the Bible

gives several examples of admirable women in positions of control: Deborah led the Israelites to victory and Rahab ensured safety for the Hebrew spies.

God’s system of gender roles in the family and the church does not exclude women from being leaders in business or government. However, the biblical norm is male headship in the family.

Men and women are different and the Bible clearly teaches that they should have differing roles in the family. As long as modern feminism seeks to abolish all social gender differences, Christians cannot consistently embrace this movement.

Be a Christian or be a feminist. You can’t be both.

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Rio Arias

Perspectives Editor In today’s interglobal and interdependent society, one of the most important things we can do is be knowledgeable. What happened? When?

Why? How? In fact, much of our daily activity depends on being informed, from everything to the latest celebrity scandal to international legislation passed. But how exactly do people stay up to date on the news?

For many baby boomers, and even those belonging to Generation X, news comes from the television.

Some depend on newspapers and magazines, while others use online articles, but well known publications are the go-to source for news over and over again. But millennials often rely on social media in order to keep them updated on current events.

This doesn’t necessarily mean that the one outspoken family member on Facebook that everyone has becomes a valid source of journalism, but rather that popular sites like Twitter and Facebook and even Snapchat can link articles that do carry validity, and are able to share news stories faster and with more ease than television programs that require more preparation.

In the case of the Boston bombings, journalists used Twitter to quickly update the public on known information as it was announced, and eventually the police joined in the activity as well. Using the same social media platform, the Boston Police Department used tweets in order to quickly share suspect images and eventually announce that a suspect was indeed taken into custody.

Without Twitter, the search for the attacker could have taken much longer than it did, and press conferences would have taken longer to convey the same information through publications. But what does this say about our society, that we use an entertainment platform to discuss serious issues?

First it shows a shift in the role of social media. People are spending less time using Facebook to post statuses about all of the activities they’re up to, and using it only for more thoughtful posts, or ways to keep in

touch with distant friends and family. There are less cat videos shared, and more talk show hosts discussing current issues like Colin Kaepernick taking a knee or the disgrace that has become the presidential election.

Twitter has also evolved from sharing hourly updates about life to witty tweets and hyperlinks to articles and news outlets. Out of all of the social media platforms, Twitter is the most time sensitive, with tweets to be shared in seconds, allowing for something like the Boston bombing investigation to be updates so quickly.

Even snapchat has created “stories” shared by most popular media outlets where journalists will write about things like Olympic wins or recent controversies as well as more entertainment-based articles.

Millennials have grown to trust social media, and it’s with good cause that we have. Being young usually means that we’re less set in our way of doing things, and social media is a way we are able to change a routine of life, like watching to news, into something even more accessible to people.

Because of the prominence of social media in our society, young people are able to share and think about issues that we otherwise would not know or even care about, without friends and family close to us bringing it to our attention.

It’s trendy to have an opinion, or start a blog and talk about things important to us. In college many students who didn’t care about politics or research current events suddenly find themselves trying to learn as much as they can, because it has become an accepted and encouraged part of our lifestyle.

The use of social media doesn’t represent a fad or drift in thinking; but rather represents a change in the expectations we have for ourselves. As globalization continues and interdependence becomes even more essential to our lives, our culture will shift to allow for the greater sharing of information and ideas between all kinds of people, no matter the time or the place.

Beaches, babes, boisterous Hollywood parties and blaring city lights ... That’s what California is, right? Los Angeles? The center of the universe? Well, not quite.

Take it from a Cali native; the City of Angels is not the be-allend-all, nor is the state of California. Don’t get me wrong, I had a good run with it. There are a lot of stellar memories I love to look back on, and I would not trade those experiences for the world.

I mean, you can drive a couple hours and snowboard, then find a river and kayak. After that you can head over to the desert, make idiotic decisions, and still find time for some Laguna Beach waves.

If you feel so inclined, maybe release your inner kid for a day at Disneyland or see a washedup child star on Hollywood Blvd while observing some enthusiastic individual defile Donald Trump’s star. There are museums galore and stores selling everything you can think of. You can even get by all year with a ripped pair of jeans and a sweatshirt- at least where I am from (Orange County). And then there’s the food.

You cannot get better Mexican cuisine anywhere else in the country (especially at my grandparents’ house).

Then, of course, there’s In-nOut. If you have not experienced the wonder that is a double-double and animal fries you, my friend, are sadly deprived.

California also holds my family and my lovable critters which definitely counts for something. I have had so many diverting opportunities while growing up that shaped me into the person I am today.

However, traveling over 2,000 miles to attend Grove City College has shown me how much I did not fit in back home.

There must be something magical in Lake Erie that makes people friendlier over here, but whatever it is, I appreciate it immensely.

Maybe East Coast natives disagree about this, but I have never felt more at home in a place so far away from home. I have visited New York, Washington D.C., Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. While they are all very different, there is a certain sheen that seems to come from the rich history and abundant greenery. I feel the pull of the old brick buildings and the long stretches of

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corn fields. The cities’ pulses even feel different – a mellow, but deliberate beat compared to LA’s disjointed palpitations.

Okay, so perhaps I am not a fan of seafood or an abundance of roadkill, but Sheetz is probably the best thing ever and at least there are enough animals around for running over them to be a problem.

That was a bad joke, but in all honesty I feel accepted here. Maybe it is just the Grove City townies, but I finally feel like I can mention God and no one will have a heart attack or have to retreat to their safe space. I feel as though the world is bigger and my options are brighter.

I enjoy traveling back to the OC, hiking with my mom and driving my temperamental VW Jetta to random places for some quiet time.

But each occasion that calls me back to my house is marked with familiar corners that now seem foreign, and spacious streets that now feel a bit more crowded and lonely.

Everyone’s values seem to be nonsensical and I can never quite shake the feeling that I am becoming someone who needs more than a good burger and a few crazy memories. For some, maybe they will find growth in coming to my hometown or the West Coast in general and staying awhile. I do not blame you. Your world will become bigger too.

So yes, dear reader, there are obnoxious haters everywhere you go.

Yes, of course, there are those who want to get out of their small towns and take on the distorted glittering beacon that is Los Angeles – and they should have that chance. It will be one for the books, I promise.

Go forth. Continue your own journey. Ride some waves and eat some vegan tacos. But as for me, in the words of the late Tupac, “Thug life to me is dead”.

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Football falls to foe Tim Hanna Staff Writer

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Prior to Grove City’s Saturday home matchup against Geneva, the current varsity soccer team took on the alumni varsity players from years past in the annual Hall of Fame Game.

Men’s soccer on track for playoffs

Joe Setyon

Managing Editor The Grove City College men’s soccer team is playing well as it enters the thick of its President’s Athletic Conference Schedule. The Wolverines (9-3, 1-1 PAC) lost to Geneva in its PAC opener during Homecoming Weekend, but rebounded to defeat Washington and Jefferson College on Wednesday.

On Oct. 1, the Wolverines hosted archrival Geneva, one of the many notable events that took place over Homecoming Weekend. Many alumni were in attendance, and earlier in the day, the Wolverines inducted its 16th class into the Men’s Soccer Hall of Fame.

The first inductee, Lance Sabados ’91, played on the varsity squad from 1987-1990, earning First Team All-

PAC honors three times.

As a senior captain in 1990, he was named the team MVP. He graduated with the fifth most goals in school history (27) and had 59 points total for his career.

Meanwhile Mike Koper ’04 was a stud defender for the Wolverines from 2000-2003.

He was First Team AllPAC recipient twice and was the team MVP as a senior.

After the induction ceremony, Grove City played its annual Hall of Fame Game, which pitted current varsity players against various alumni from the program’s history.

Finally, it was time for Grove City to take on Geneva, which resulted in a nail-biting 2-1 loss for the Wolverines. Geneva scored early in the first half to take a 1-0 lead, but the Wolverines responded in the 34th minute with a goal from freshman

forward Christian Caporaso.

The game remained tied until the 81st minute, when Geneva found the back of the net, and the Wolverines eventually ran out of time to tie things up.

In the loss, junior goalkeeper Malcom Blake had three saves and allowed two goals.

Next, the Wolverines hosted Washington and Jefferson on Oct. 5, winning 4-1. The Wolverines rolled in this game thanks to goals from sophomore midfielder Jimmy Hueber, junior forward Peter Tobias, senior midfielder Dale Reese and senior forward Stephen Betteridge.

Meanwhile, Blake made five saves in goal.

Grove City has been led on offense by a variety of players, including seniors Reese, Betteridge and the freshman Caporaso.

Betteridge has the

most goals (eight) and points (22) on the team, and is tied for the lead with assists (six). However, right behind him is Reese, tied for the lead in assists and second in goals (seven).

Meanwhile, Caporaso has also scored seven goals, while only starting three games. However, Caporaso looks to be the future of the team, as he still should have three years of eligibility remaining after this season.

Looking ahead into the near future, Grove City will visit Bethany on Saturday. It will be the start of a stretch that will see the Wolverines go on the road for three of its next four games, all of them against PAC opponents.

It will be a crucial stretch for Grove City, one that could make or break its season.

The Grove City Wolverines found themselves on the losing end of a tight matchup against President’s Athletic Conference (PAC) opponent Waynesburg University in the annual Homecoming Game.

After trading punts multiple times in the first quarter, the Waynesburg Yellow Jackets struck first with a touchdown following a long punt return which brought them to the Grove City 20-yard line. the Yellow Jackets punched the ball in with 6:18 left in the first.

This would finish scoring for the first half as both team’s defenses stood strong. Grove City came close to tying the game late in the 2nd, but a forced fumble on Waynesburg’s 2-yard line stifled the Wolverines’ scoring effort.

Receiving the opening kick-off in the third quarter after declining in the first half, Grove City worked down the field methodically, finally capping a 12 play, 83-yard drive with a 13 yard run by Freshman RB Wesley Schools.

Freshman kicker Kelsey Tischler followed up on the scoring effort, drilling her first collegiate point-after-attempt right through the center of the uprights and tying the game.

Following several punts by both teams, Grove City took the lead late in the 3rd quarter following a fumble from Waynesburg that was recovered by Junior Defensive End Caleb Allen. After marching down to the 14 yard line, freshman kicker Mitch Causer sniped a 31 yard field goal to make the score 10-7.

Waynesburg would retake the lead with

12:33 left in the fourth on a 10 play, 70-yard drive capped by a 1-yard touchdown run, giving the Yellow Jackets a 14-10 lead.

Following an interception that placed them at the Grove City 9-yard line, Waynesburg attempted to extend their lead with a field goal, but freshman tackle Colton Young got his hand on the ball for a critical block, keeping the game at a 4-point deficit.Grove City’s final chance to take the lead came after receiving the ball deep in their territory with only 1:53 left, but Freshman QB Brett Laffoon’s pass to the end zone with time expiring fell incomplete, preventing a Wolverine victory.

Offensively, Laffoon continues to impress, going 27-42 with 236 yards and a touchdown. His season totals now stand at 970 yards passing and 5 touchdown passes. One of Laffoon’s favorite targets, fellow freshman and wide-receiver Nick Ponvikar, had six receptions for a team high 90 yards receiving.

Schools had 108 yards on 33 carries this week, as well as a touchdown.

On the defensive side of the ball, Senior Linebacker Jeff Croll lead the team with six tackles, as well as a sack. Also registering six tackles were Junior safety Andrew Seifert and Sophomore Linebacker Shawn Simmons. Junior Defensive End Jacob Armbrecht recorded Grove City’s other sack of the day, as well as three tackles.

The Wolverines (0-5, 0-3 PAC) will travel to Kentucky next Saturday, Oct. 8, to face PAC rival Thomas More (41, 3-0 PAC). Kickoff is set to begin at 12 p.m.

Women’s soccer fights through PAC Joe Setyon

Managing Editor The Grove City College women’s soccer team picked up a win against Geneva College in its President’s Athletic Conference opener before losing to Washington and Jefferson College last Wednesday, ending their fourgame winning streak.

The Wolverines are now 8-3 overall and 1-1 in PAC play.

The squad helped kick off Homecoming Weekend on Sept. 30 by defeating rival Geneva by a score of 2-0.

Grove City took control of the game for much of the first half, out-shooting Geneva 11-2 by the first buzzer, but the scoreboard did not light up until the second half.

In the 53rd minute, the Wolverines finally broke through as sophomore forward Krista Heckman stole a pass and found the back of the net in a one-on-one matchup with the Geneva goalkeeper.

Several minutes later,

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Goalie Trishae Winter is as dependable as it gets in goal for the Wolverines. The keeper has started ten games, saving 80 percent of the shots she has faced.

Midfielder Lindsay Hutton has come as of late. She has five goals on the season and 10 points. In Grove City’s loss to Washington and Jefferson, Hutton scored twice.

junior midfielder Elena Guerra set a perfect cross pass to junior forward Lacy Harkrader who sent the ball to the back of the net.

The next day, the Wolverines took part in the Homecoming festivities by playing an alumni game between graduates and current

Junior goalkeeper Trishae Winters made three saves and got her fourth shutout of the season in another flawless performance.

players. The matchup between the team’s former and current stars provided a memorable experience for the active players and a chance

for the alumni to relive their glory days.

After Homecoming, the Wolverines hosted PAC opponent Washington and Jefferson on Oct. 5th, losing 3-2. Junior midfielder Lindsay Hutton gave the Wolverines the lead with a first half goal, but Washington and Jefferson answered back with three goals in the period. Hutton would score again in the second half, but Grove City’s comeback fell short.

In goal, Winters made five saves in the loss.

On offense, Heckman continues to lead the team in both goals (6) and points (14).

Trailing her by just one goal is Harkrader, who boasts the most shotson-goal among active players (29).

In goal, Winters has let up just 11 goals in 10 games (1.27 goals per game) and has made 51 saves.

Grove City will visit PAC opponent Bethany College this Saturday, October 8th. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 pm.

Sports Fall seasons come to close for golf teams

Oct. 7, 2016

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Kevin Zuercher Contributing Writer

The Grove City College men’s and women’s golf teams each concluded their fall seasons at the President’s Athletic Conference (PAC) fall championship tournament this week.

The PAC championships are a four-day event where two days of competition are played in the fall semester and the final two during the spring semester. The scores from all four days are eventually combined to determine a conference champion.

On the first day of the event, the men’s golf team shot a total score of 313 to place fifth in the team category.

Sophomore Cole McCook led Grove City the first day with a oneunder par 71, and was closely followed by a 77 from junior Jorden Alfery.

Sophomore Ryan Koenig, senior Austin Eckhardt and junior Anthony Smaldino all contributed with scores of 81, 84 and 90 respectively.

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Sophomore Cole McCook shot a 144 to lead the Wolverines at the PAC Fall Golf championships.

McCook continued to stay on his game during the second day of the championships, firing a 73 to finish at even par for both days and earning medalist honors for the tournament.

His aggregate score of 144 currently leads the tournament individually going into the spring competition.

McCook’s day two score, however, was

second for the Wolverines as Koenig brought home a 72 on his second day. Smaldino, Eckherdt and Alfrey shot day two scores of 81, 82 and 84, respectively.

Grove City combined team score finished at 308 on day two and a 621 for both days, placing them in fourth for the team competition going into the spring

event.

Thomas Moore currently leads the team competition with a team score of 603. They are trailed by Washington and Jefferson at 611, Saint Vincent at 614, Grove City at 621, and Westminster at 648.

On the women’s side, Grove City placed fifth after two days with a combined team score

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Senior Austin Eckhardt shot a career-low 72 on Wednesday, and Grove City finished second at the Carnegie Mellon University Fall Invitational. of 796. Junior Carolyn Jack led the Wolverines with an individual score of 183 (90-93), with freshman Taylor Horn one point behind at 184 (91-93).

Jack is currently tied at ninth in the individual category, with Horn right behind her in the eleventh spot.

Grove City also posted scores of 209 (99-110) from sophomore Ashley

Winters, 221 (107-114) from senior Leah Wilson, and 225 (112-113) from sophomore Molly Arendt.

Both teams will look to improve at the spring portion of the PAC Championships as both the individual and team champions will move on to the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) National Championships.

Men’s tennis looks to spring Jonathan Wagner Contributing Writer

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The Grove City College men’s tennis team competed in the ITA Regional Championships last weekend.

The Grove City College men’s tennis team wrapped up its fall season last weekend at the ITA Regional Championships.

This fall has season has provided some great tennis weather, and the men participated in quite a few matches which will help them

gauge their level of play and focus on opportunities for improvement for the main spring season.

The men faced some of their toughest competition of the 20162017 season this fall.

The Wolverines faced off against several nonconference opponents, including a Division II opponent. The veteran, PAC title-defending

Heart and hustle Grace Meakem Contributing Writer The Grove City College women’s tennis team is back in action. Led by captains sophomore Alyssa Jackson and junior Taylor Bradley, this team is ready to climb to the top of the President’s Athletic Conference.

After starting off their season with a team chockedfull of talent, the women’s tennis team has suffered through a plague of injuries. Senior Julie Becker, for example, unfortunately saw her season come to an end in her first match of the season and will be unable to return this fall.

“We miss her dearly, and can’t wait to have her back on the courts in the spring,” said Jackson.

Incoming freshmen Jenn Elder has made a big splash this year on the courts. She has already experienced a great deal of success playing number five in singles and partnering with sophomore Melissa Karidis in number three doubles.

“She has brought a lot of talent to our team this year as well as a great attitude and a ton of fun,” said Jackson. Along with the addition of Elder, senior Linnea Pe-

ters has returned to the team after a year-long hiatus.

Peters took a year off in order to ensure she could balance all of the stress of being a colGROVE CITY COLLEGE lege student The Grove City women’s soccer team is 5-3 but knew on the season, with four matches left in the s o m e t h i n g regular season. was missing.

“I’m happy to be back, “My team pushes me to tennis has always been such be the best version of myself an important part of my life and simply being around and the team has been inthem is the best part of the strumental during my time here at Grove City,” said Pe- season,” said Jackson. It is ters. After she placed first this attitude that allows this in singles in the PAC cham- team to come together and pionship in 2014, there is an strive for excellence.

The motto of the womexcitement among the team for Peter’s skill and upbeat en’s tennis team this year attitude to be back on the is “heart and hustle.” Their courts. goal is to live this out every As co-captain of the day, so that God can receive team, Jackson is excited all of the glory of their acto work with this new taltions. The Wolverines will ent and feels that it brings be competing against PAC a fresh feel to the group.

While there is a consider- rival Westminster College able amount of talent on Saturday on the Walters/ the team it is not always the Zbell tennis courts outside physical game of tennis that of the Colonial Apartments. makes this experience so Game time is set to begin at special for all involved.

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players who are have returned for another year have played well so far so far, as well several new players who joined the team to get their first college matches under their belts.

Sporting one of the best overall records of any team for the history of this college, the men’s tennis team is always exciting to watch on the court.

The program has been blessed to continue to gain new players every year to add to the roster of the talented and dedicated returning players the team has already. These rookies get to learn and grow under upperclassmen leadership and eventually take over as the future of the team.