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People to know: A brief introduction to ISU’s movers and shakers
President Bradley
Michael Licari
Kenneth Chew
Indiana State University President
Vice President for Student Affairs
Indiana State University President Dr. Daniel J. Bradley took office in July 2008. The U.S. Army veteran has taken an aggressive approach to reshaping and growing the university. His strategic plan entitled “The Pathway to Success� has developed new degree programs in high-demand fields, set a plan in motion to upgrade student housing and facilitated an unprecedented boom in enrollment. President Bradley and his wife, Cheri, live in the Condit House on campus.
Banks took over as Vice President of Student Affairs May 15, 2015. He oversees the Student Counseling Center, Campus Life, the Student Government Association and the Union Board. Banks came to Indiana State University from Cleveland State University where he was the interim vice president for student affairs.
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Provost
Chief of Police
Licari was recently hired to be the next provost and vice president of academic affairs at Indiana State University and will assume his post on July 1. He comes to ISU from the University of Northern Iowa where he served in a number of positions, including a month-long stint as the acting president last fall.
Newport assumed the role of police chief in April 2014 but has served the Public Safety Department since 1999. Newport came to Indiana State after serving 23 years with the Terre Haute Police Department, including three years as chief and six years as chief of detectives.
Joseph Newport
Director, Student Counseling Center
Student Government Association President
Chew has been the director of the Student Counseling Center since 2007 but has worked for the university since 2002. Chew specializes in the counseling of athletes, performance enhancing drugs, drug and alcohol abuse, multicultural counseling and outreach programs.
Cheeks is a junior sports management major who has been a member of the SGA every year he has been at Indiana State University, serving two of those years as a senator. Cheeks and his vice president Shannon Anderson were sworn into office on April 26 and will use the summer semester to come up with a plan of attack for the fall semester.
Vernon Cheeks
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Build your vocabulary:
Add these commonly used terms to your mental toolbox
Housing RA-
Residential Assistant. Assists students with problems and enforces housing regula-
tions.
RHA- Residence Hall Association. Helps create community throughout campus and is the second largest organization at ISU.
Res Hall- Residence Hall. This will be your home away from home. APA- Academic Peer Advocate. Supports and facilitates academic excellence among first
Academics
Major- The primary area of study for a student. It requires the completion of a specified
year students.
number of courses.
lopes students into future campus and community leaders.
student may pursue if he/she so chooses.
LLC- Leadership Learning Community. Program sponsored by Residential Life that deve-
Financial Aid
FAFSA- Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The application used to determine the
Minor- A secondary area of study that a College- All majors and minors are housed in a specific portion of the university. For example, if you are a communication major, your college would be the College of Arts and
eligibility for federal, state and college-sponsored financial aid.
Sciences.
not need to be repaid.
number will be used when signing up for classes
Grant- Sums of money given that are given by organizations or the government that do Work-study- A subsidized student employment program that allows students to earn money for tuition by working an on-campus job.
SAP- Satisfactory Academic Progress. Threshold that students must reach and sustain in order to receive financial aid.
PIN- Personal Identification Number. This at ISU.
FERPA- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Protects the privacy of a student’s educational record. Page designed by Alex Modesitt
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Know where to look when looking for fun
Freshmen always ask me, “What’s fun to do at Indiana State University?” It’s simple, really. The best thing any student can do is get involved. There are many organizations at ISU to take part in as well as many events that are free to ISU students. Columnist Many students like to go to the football games in the fall. There’s a group called The Forest — a student organization dedicated to cheering on ISU’s sports teams. When you join, you pay a small fee to get great seats. You also get a T-shirt and you get notifications on what’s going on for any sporting event on campus. Also, there are always good nachos and cheese at the stand and who doesn’t like that? Game schedules, rosters and more can be found at the ISU Athletics website, gosycamores.com. You can also join club sports, also
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known as intramurals. Each August, ISU holds an event called Rec Fest to introduce students to the Rec Center and get them excited about being active. At the event, students can try out Group X fitness classes, take part in a number of games and learn more about joining intramural sports teams. ISU is home to many other student organizations as well. Whether you like improvisation comedy or anime, fishing, creative writing, dancing, learning new languages, LARPing or Quidditch, there’s an organization you can take part in. I attended a swing dancing club. If you’re hoping to get more involved on campus, a good place to start is in your residence hall. A notable group is called LEAF, which stands for Leadership, Engagement Activities, Fun. Each residence hall has its own LEAF committee made up of students who plan events such as food drives, contests and skill-building. They host events such as Halloween Bash and others to help stressed students unwind. LEAF helps build student leaders so they
can excel in the work force after college. It can also be fun to hang out at the Commons with friends. Once the Dede Plaza construction is completed, the area around the fountain will be a nice place to sit and hang out or study. Personally, my favorite part about the Commons is the food. There’s such a great selection: Asian Bowl, Sub Connection, Soup’R Salad, Pizza Hut, Burger King, Taco Bell, Einstein Bros. Bagels and George’s Cafe. George’s is my favorite. George has great service and always knows what I want right when I walk up. That is what makes it fun because George and his staff take the time to get to know you. But that’s not all there is to do in the Commons. The Dede event rooms are almost always hosting events. Groups such as Programs All Weekend (PAW) hold regular movie nights, bingo or game show nights, fashion shows, dance parties and other get-togethers. Events such as Stop and Serve let you do community service in just a few convenient minutes, while events such as the
Career Center’s Networking and Etiquette Dinner or Career Fairs can help students get a leg up on the future. In addition to events held in the Hulman Memorial Student Union, ISU’s Tilson Auditorium in Tirey Hall hosts the Performing Arts Series, a series of concerts, plays and other performing groups. If you’d just like to relax, the Commons has some options too. Next to Dede I is the Gallery Lounge, a room containing paintings and a piano. At the other side of the HMSU is the Sycamore Lounge, where students can play pool and watch TV. For commuter students, the Connections Lounge near the elevators in the HMSU is a great place to relax. There are also several massage chairs in the Commons to help students relieve stress. There are many things you can do at Indiana State University such as join a group, play a sport or just get some good food. My advice to freshmen would be to get involved. Go out and explore your options, go to the Rec Center and work out. This will make your time at ISU more fun.
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Rec Center offers students more than just workouts Adler Ingalsbe Reporter Some students try to avoid the dreaded “freshman 15” by going to the Indiana State University Student Recreation Center, which happens to be one of the most popular buildings on campus. John Lentz, the director of Recreational Sports, said there are a variety of activities that students and faculty members can do at the rec center. “[We offer] open recreation, intramural sports, club sports, Group X classes, personal training, massage therapy and health and safety classes such as swim lessons, CPR, first aid and SCUBA,” Lentz said. The two-story building that was opened in July of 2009 is located at 601 N. Sixth St. and has numerous features for Indiana State students and faculty members to enjoy. On the first level, there is a pool area that contains a four-lane lap pool, a leisure pool, a hot tub that can hold up to 22 people, a sauna and the men’s, women’s and family locker rooms. There is also a three-court basketball gym that can also be used for volleyball and badminton, two ping pong tables, an indoor soccer and field hockey court, the offices of the recreational professional staff, a juice bar, the message therapy room and a ‘wet’ classroom where program trainings are held. After taking the stairs or elevator up to the second floor, folks can make their choice of workout between the fitness center that has equipment for weight lifting and cardio, an additional satellite fitness area where there are also stationary bicycles, a track, the offices of the personal trainers and three studios for Group X classes, which students can rent out. With so many choices students and faculty members have, there are some activities that are very popular within the Indiana State community. One of these are the Group X classes that take place in the three studio rooms on the second floor. The upcoming fall semester will see many of the same classes that were offered during the spring, which include ABSolutely, Zumba, Body Pump, Cardio Boot Camp, Real Ryder cycling, Fresh Hit for fresh-
The ISU Rec Center’s basketball gym contains three courts that can also be used for volleyball, badminton, ping pong, indoor soccer and field hockey. The second level contains an indoor running track and stationary bikes (Statesman File Photo).
man, Grappling, Kettlebells, Total Body Workout, Yoga and Aqua Zumba. In order to attend these classes, students and faculty members must ask the welcome desk representative for a card to the class of their choice at the allotted time. There will be a schedule that will come out closer to the beginning of the semester that will have the specific days and times of these classes. Cards will be given out an hour before the class and will be made available until they run out. The classes are free of charge to any Indiana State student or faculty member who has an active membership.
Lentz said the rec center will have the same schedule during the 2015 fall semester as it did during the spring. “(We will be open) Monday through Friday from 5:45 a.m. to midnight, Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday noon to 11 p.m.,” Lentz said. Indiana State University students who are taking at least six credit hours on campus and faculty members are the only ones who are eligible to enter and use the recreation center unless a guest pass is purchased. Guest passes are seven dollars for people who are 14 years old or older and four dollars for children who are
anywhere between ages zero and 13, who are only allowed to use the recreation center during family hours which are Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 12pm to 5pm. In order for the pass to be purchased, the guest must have a current Indiana State student or faculty member with them, as well a valid identification card with a picture, unless they are a minor with their parent or guardian. When a guest, Indiana State student or faculty member enters the rec center, they must have their identification card, REC CENTER CONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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be dressed appropriately and not bring in food or drinks unless the beverages are sealed properly. College Raptor, which is a website that helps high school students learn more about colleges and help them make their pick of where they want to attend, ranked ISU’s recreation center 11th-best in the United States and several State students have taken advantage of the facility for their own well-being. Daniel Gabbard, senior sports management major and frequent visitor of the rec center, said he enjoys
spending there because of the way he is welcomed when he comes in and the escape it gives him from his studies. “The rec is always very welcoming,” Gabbard said. “The staff is friendly and very helpful. It [rec center] gives you an escape from the school day where you and can enjoy playing basketball, lifting weights, running and many other things.” Brian Gehrich, senior exercise science major, said the workouts he gets at the rec center are great, and that the facility is nice. “I think (the rec center) is very well-built and spa-
cious for the amount of students who use it,” Gehrich said. “I regularly attend (and) it provides me with the most enjoyable and efficient way to lift weights, do cardio and relives stress through leisure activities.” Lentz said there could be some new things for the facility coming soon, but the details will have to wait for a later date. “There will probably be a few new fitness programs and options (coming this fall). Details (will be coming) later though,” Lentz said. For more information on the recreation center, visit ISU’s website.
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Cunningham Memorial Library a handy resource for students Ryan Ballinger Reporter Indiana State University’s Cunningham Memorial Library provides students a number of tools for success. Marsha Miller, reference and instruction librarian, helps people use the library and its resources effectively. “Many students come into the library not knowing where to begin,” Miller said. “Some (students) are caught off guard because in high school, many students are handed the materials. This means they do not know how to look for a topic.” She created a program handout called Readiness for Library Research and Recreation, which is intended to help students familiarize themselves with the library’s layout and resources. This handout and other guides to the library can be found at http://libguides.indstate.edu/isulibbasics. Brian Bunnett, the chair of public services at the library, said that his department, which runs the reference and circulation desks, can help library patrons find exactly what they’re looking for. “Professors and students have access to specific databases,” Bunnett said. “For example, if you wanted to know about art in the 1900s, I could lead you in
the right direction. I also help with outreach to different departments for research. (I also help professors) find effective books in the subject they teach to students at ISU.” Students can also check out up to 250 books at one time, Bunnett said. The library offers more than just books, too — it has CDs, e-books, journals and government documents as well. The library has five floors, each containing different materials. The top floor has special collections and books LC-Z. The second floor has books A-LB. The ground floor contains the reference collection, browsing books, browsing media, current periodicals and newspapers. The lower level has government documents and children’s materials. The basement contains microforms, theses and bound journals. The third and basement floors are quiet floors. The other floors allow cell phones and talking, but students are reminded to be courteous to others. The library also provides individual and group study spaces. The single study rooms are free to use, but they come on a first-come, first-served basis. Students will have to check the front desk to see if any are
available. The Math and Writing Center on the second floor can help students with math problems or help them edit papers. Students can set up appointments for help or stop by on Tuesdays and Thursdays during walk-in hours. The library also contains a coffee shop called the Cup and Chaucer on the first floor near the entrance where students can get a coffee or some lunch or just hang out. Also on the first floor, students can check out and return books, use library computers, access the student printers and attend events held in the library event space. During fall and spring semesters, the library is open 24 hours a day, Sunday through Thursday. The library closes Friday at 7 p.m., is open Saturday noon to 5 p.m., and Sunday opens back up at noon. When in doubt, check the front page of the library’s website for their posted hours. Dara Middleton, the coordinator of events and public relations at the library, is in charge of organizing the library’s events. The Library Extravaganza is one of the biggest annual library events, Middleton said. “This year it’s on Sept. 10,” she said. “In this fun event
A glowing neon sign directs students to the library’s help desk, where they can find answers and direction (Statesman File Photo).
there will be free pizza, gifts, bands and an Apple Watch grand prize.” More information about li-
brary events can be found on the ISU Library’s Facebook page or on their blog at http:// isulibrary.wordpress.com/.
Staying informed, up-to-date key to conquering financial aid
Morgan Gallas Reporter Financial aid can be a daunting experience for freshman to face, but Indiana State University staff are trying to make it as painless as possible. The financial aid office is located in Tirey Hall through the Heritage Ballroom entrance next to the School of Graduate Studies, which is different from last year. Changing the entrance gives students access to amenities like a vending machine and restrooms.
Crystal Baker, student financial aid director, understands the problems that students face with financial aid. “Applying for financial aid is a giveand-take,” Baker said. “Sometimes new students think that just because they spoke with a person about their account that everything is paid. That is not always the case.” According to federal laws regarding student loans, a borrower — the student — must sign three different affirmations before their student loans may be paid.
“It’s very important to check your myISU student portal and Sycamore email regularly to make sure your file is truly complete, especially over the summer,” Baker said. Financial aid information is updated throughout the summer. Students pay for their tuition online at www.indstate.edu/payisu or by logging onto their myISU portal and using the Student Self Service widget. Students are able to visit financial aid throughout the school year for help.
They are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Advisers at the front desk will help answer student’s questions or direct them to an adviser. Students can also schedule an appointment with an adviser via phone call or email. Financial aid help is also accessible over the phone during the summer at 812-237-2215 or online at www.indstate.edu/finaid. FINANCIAL AID CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
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They are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In an effort to help students better understand the financial process, the financial aid office has created events to help students conquer financial aid. “We will be posting event schedules to our Money Matters site, www. indstate.edu/moneymatters, after Welcome Week,” Baker said. “We usually do 10 to 15 events per year, which range from visiting residence halls to student organizations.” Refund checks are available to students whose aid exceeded their tuition expenses. “Fall refunds will be issued the week of Aug. 17,” Baker said. “To expedite processing, sign up for direct deposit in the myISU portal under the financial resources tab.”
Students are encouraged to check their email over the summer. The Office of Information Technology offers instructions on how to connect student ISU email to their smartphones, which allows students to check their email much more regularly. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA is important to fill out because students will then have the opportunity to receive aid from the government. FAFSA can be found at FAFSA. ed.gov and is available for students in all grades. Students will be working with financial aid for their whole college career, so it is important to build relationships with the people in the office. The better of a relationship students have with the staff, the easier the experience becomes.
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Hardhat required Indiana State undertakes several campus construction projects Morgan Gallas Reporter Indiana State University has construction sites seemingly around every corner in a mission to improve the quality of campus. A few projects will be coming to a close by the end of this summer while new projects are in the works. Diann McKee, the vice president of business affairs, gave an update on the current projects. “All projects are on schedule for completion,” McKee said. Mills Hall and the downtown apartments at 500 Wabash will both be open for fall occupancy, McKee said. Blumberg Hall, one of the four Sycamore Towers, will undergo a renovation scheduled to be completed in summer 2016. Dede Plaza and ISU’s recognizable fountain has been under construction since the cold weather broke, leaving many
students concerned that freshmen wouldn’t be able to complete the traditional fountain run. However, the Dede Plaza construction is set to finish before Homecoming. “The renovation of historic Normal Hall will also be completed late this summer,” McKee said. “It will serve as the new home of the University College and the Center for Student Success.” The Health and Human Services building will undergo construction as early as summer of 2016, but for now it’s still in the beginning phase and is without a determined contractor. “The $64 million renovation/ expansion of the Health and Human Services building is under design at this time,” McKee said. The most anticipated project is the renovation of the Hulman Center. ISU President Daniel Bradley recently sent out an email to in-
form people of the Hulman Center’s budget update and projects. “The budget legislation authorizes up to $75 million for the renovation and expansion of (the) Hulman Center including $37.5 million in state funding,” Bradley said. “I look forward to working with our city and county partners to match the investment the state has pledge so that we can seek the state’s final approval.” The Hulman Center not only hosts a number of ISU events including basketball games, but also events that are not connected to the university. “(The) Hulman Center is an incredibly important community asset, and I am pleased to see the state’s willingness to support it,” Bradley said. While Indiana State University has plans to renovate the Hulman Center, nothing has been set in stone, McKee said. “The scope of renovation to
[the] Hulman Center is currently being reviewed,” McKee said. “No start date has been determined or general contractor identified.” The funding allocation for construction projects recently grew, which allows more projects to be completed. “I am excited to report that the state funding secured for ISU’s advocated construction projects is the largest in the University’s history — at a total of $101.5 million,” Bradley said. While the budget is currently at its largest, it will decrease. “The operating appropriation will decrease by $1.1 million for 2015-2016 with an additional decrease of $264,829 for 2016-2017,” Bradley said. “We will continue to work with state leaders to adjust the performance funding formula so that it better recognizes the unique and important mission of Indiana State University.”
Above: Historic Normal Hall is being repurposed as office space and is scheduled to be done by the end of the summer (Photo by ISU Communications and Marketing). Below: Mills Hall has been renovated over the past year and is on schedule for Fall semester occupancy (Statesman file photo).
Above: Indiana State continues its demolition of the Statesman Towers. The construction is set to be complete by November, with “green space” taking their place. Right: ISU’s iconic fountain in Dede Plaza is currently under construction but is scheduled to be finished before Homecoming (Photos by Alex Modesitt). Page designed by Alex Modesitt
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Career Center works with students to build skills, find jobs Adler Ingalsbe Reporter Indiana State University offers numerous ways to help students connect with businesses that might be interested in hiring them, but the Career Center is arguably one of the best services the University has to offer. Audra Trnovec, the assistant director of the Indiana State Career Center, said the Center provides students with resources that could lead them to obtaining that elusive job after graduation. “Our goal is to prepare students and alumni to make career decisions, to find related employment and to meet workplace expectations,” Trnovec said. “We do this by working closely with faculty to develop career content in academic courses, offering workshops, providing online tools, organizing a biannual career fair, providing professional development certificates and meeting with students and alumni individually to advise and educate.” Student employment is also housed in the Career Center where they work with campus departments and off-campus nonprofits to provide employment opportunities for students and work with them to utilize Federal Work Study awards, Trnovec said. One asset that the Career Center makes available to Sycamore students is a series
Indiana State University’s Career Center is located next to Dede Plaza across from the Science Building (Statesman File Photo).
of workshops to help them sharpen their skills before entering the work environment. “We offer a variety of workshops including major/career exploration, resume writing, grad school preparation, career fair preparation, interviewing skills, salary negotiating techniques, networking, etiquette, job search and many
others,” Trnovec said. “Many of these are offered each semester through our Workshop Wednesday program held at noon and 5 p.m. at the Career Center.” The Career Center’s biggest events of the year are the career fairs, where students have the chance to speak with employers and possibly land themselves an internship or job offer.
“The career fairs are offered once in the spring and once in the fall along with an Education Fair that is offered in the spring only. We also collaborate with the Criminal Justice Department to provide a Criminology and Criminal Justice Fair in the spring,” Trnovec said. These fairs provide students an opporCAREER CENTER CONTINUED ON PAGE 15
RAs, APAs help new students adjust to life in residence halls
Morgan Gallas Reporter
While college is filled with challenges, school can seem hundreds of times harder when students do not get along with roommates. For many students, it’s their first time sharing a room which is why every residential hall is equipped with a Resident Assistant (RA) and most halls have an Academic Peer Advocate (APA). Kara Ooms, a senior sports management major, was an RA in Cromwell Hall during the 2014-2015 school year. “The difference between the two (positions) is an RA is there to help with the transition into your residential life, living with another student, (and) learning about organizations and connections within the university,” Ooms said. “An
APA is more geared to the academic success of the students: they are (there) to help with homework, study for exams, check papers, etc.” Students can contact either their RA or APA whenever they have any problems. The student staff is there to help other students conquer living in the residence halls. Problems with roommates can be difficult because students want to feel comfortable in their rooms. When disagreements happen, it can make sharing a room harder than finals. “If students find that they are not getting along with their roommate for any reason, they should talk to their RA about what has been happening,” Ooms said. “RAs and APAs are trained to be able to help mediate a conversation and
be there for students who are facing challenges in any way.” The best piece of advice when dealing with roommate fights is to talk it out. Face-to-face conversations with open minds can solve a lot of problems. There are many difficulties associated with sharing a room. At the beginning of the school year, roommates sign a roommate agreement that covers topics such as music, loudness, study hours and visitation with significant others. “If there is a problem later in the year with something, we as the RA or APA will take out their roommate agreement with those students and look over it together to see how we can solve whatever problem is going on,” Ooms said. Often, college is the first time away
from home for students. This puts students in completely different environments than they are used to. “Students who are wary of living in a new place should always remember that we grow out of our comfort zone,” Ooms said. “Meeting new people, living in a new place, (and) learning about differences are things that can change you and bring opportunities out that may have never been available before.” There are many pieces of advice that freshman will be given when they embark on their new life journey. Ooms’ advice is to “go into it with an open mind and become involved. Give it a try, have fun, (and) learn every day. Make decisions that benefit you in a positive way (because) this is your future, so make it the best it can be.”
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tunity to practice their professional skills and communications through interactions with employers and develop relationships that might lead to internships, jobs or mentoring, Trnovec said. Grant Lewellyn, a senior insurance and risk management major, has attended the Career Fair in the past and said it is a very helpful tool for students who are looking to build a professional network and even land an internship or job. “The Career Fair allows students to start building a professional network, starting in their freshman year and carrying it through their senior year,” Lewellyn said. “It always makes for a good opportunity to practice your networking skills and it provides a great chance to find an internship or job.” The Career Center will also assist upperclassmen in creating and building resumes to help once they look for a job after graduation, Trnovec said. “We provide guides that help students to create or improve their resumes and cover letters and meet with them individually during our walk-in hours from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 4:30 p.m. to
6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays or during appointments to give them feedback and educate them on resume construction and options,” Trnovec said. The Career Center is located at 231 North Sixth Walkway and Trnovec said the Career Center’s hours vary on walkins or appointments. “The Career Center is open year-round from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,” Trnovec said. “Students can also make appointments 24 hours a day through Sycamore Career Link that they access through MyISU Portal.” The fall semester Career Fair will be held Wed., Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the main floor of the Hulman Center. As far as workshops, students are reminded to either check on the Career Center’s official website or log on to Sycamore Career Link for a list of upcoming events. Some of these events require preregistration, while others students can just attend. Trnovec said she’s very pleased with what the Career Center has been able to do for students in the past and truly appreciates her role in that as well. “I love my job here and cherish the impact we are able to have on students every day,” Trnovec said.
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Student media jobs help build career skills for any major Kristi Sanders News Editor There are many facets of student media at Indiana State University. These are the Indiana Statesman, WZIS, The Sycamore, Sycamore Video and the Digital Media team that run the websites for each group. WZIS-FM broadcasts from Dreiser Hall at 90.7 megahertz to the local area. WZIS broadcasts 24 hours a day and offers a wide variety of music. The music broadcast includes classic hits to today’s rock, pop and hip-hop. WZIS also broadcasts sports, news and public affairs programming. Their website can be viewed at www.isustudentmedia.com/wzis. According to the WZIS website, “The station operates primarily to present programming that is consistent with the educational and cultural mission of Indiana State and to provide a laboratory for students interested in broadcasting and other fields related to WISU programming.” If students are interested in becoming involved at WISU, they can stop by the station manager’s office, located in Dreiser 219.The general manager for WZIS is Rich Green. Sycamore Video is open to any Indiana State student who is currently enrolled in classes. Students can volunteer there for professional experience or, for some, receive 1 hour of credit for the semester through a communication class. On average, 15 to 25 students work at Sycamore Video each semester. Students can view Sycamore Video at www.isustudentmedia.com/sycamore_ video.The Director of Sycamore Video is Jeffery Perkins. The Digital Media team is in charge of running the ISU student media website. They post articles for the Statesman website, briefs and audio clips for WZIS, videos and briefs for Sycamore Video and created a website to buy and sell the Sycamore yearbook. The web content manager for the Digital Media team is Chad Clark. You can view more information at the Digital Media team at www.isustudentmedia.com/site/digitalmedia2015.html. The Sycamore is ISU’s student yearbook. The yearbook began in 1896 and
Members of Sycamore Video prepare to record a segment of “Almost Live,” a talk show (Photo by ISU Communications and Marketing).
in 1924 it changed its name to The Sycamore. In 1993 it was discontinued for 21 years, returning to publication in 2013. The first new issue was 2013-2014. The latest edition is available online for free and can be purchased in hard copy on the student media website after June 15. Martha Milner, the director of Student Publications, said she’s very pleased with how The Sycamore has come along. “The Sycamore is an important part of campus life in that it provides a historical perspective of what happens at ISU during the year,” Milner said. Students are encouraged to work for The Sycamore and they are currently seeking an editor-in-chief, writers, designers and photographers. The Statesman is the student newspaper produced three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and has been published since 1879. There are two facets of the Statesman. One is the editorial side, which involves reporters, photographers, editors and designers. The other is the advertisement side, which involves account executives.
In advertisement, students learn in experiential learning how to manage an advertisement operation, develop communication skills, designs ads and manage sales of advertisement. Brian Fitz is the Media Sales Consultant for advertisement for student media. Jessica Smoot, a senior communication major with a concentration in public relations and a minor in marketing, is the student advertising manager and has worked with advertising for two years. “Working here is a learning experience,” Smoot said. “It helped me grow a lot. This is a great place to work and gain experience in communication. This is a great opportunity for students who are looking for work experience.” Advertising is looking to hire account executives and a new student advertising manager in the fall. Alex Modesitt, the editor-in-chief of the Statesman and a senior communication major with a concentration in journalism, has worked at the paper for almost two years. “I feel (the Statesman) is an important piece of being involved on campus as it
explains what is happening at Indiana State,” Modesitt said. “It has been fun working here. I have met people and covered events most people wouldn’t think of being possible as a student reporter. I have access to insider knowledge at the school from working here.” The Statesman is hiring for many positions in the fall, including news reporters, features writers, opinion columnists, sports reporters and photographers. “To students looking to work here, bring your best work ethic,” Modesitt said. “It takes time and hard work but communication skills learned here can apply to any career.” Milner said the newspaper can benefit students in several ways. “There are many reasons students should read or get involved in the newspaper,” Milner said. “The primary purpose is to inform the campus community of news and information. The second, it gives an opportunity for students to learn all jobs associated with publications. The third is it gives an opportunity for students to develop skills and knowledge beneficial to many careers.”
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Good mental, emotional health vital to student success in college Adler Ingalsbe Reporter College may be stressful at times, but resources such as the Indiana State University Counseling Center are available to help students maintain good mental and emotional health. The Counseling Center is located on the seventh floor of the Hulman Memorial Student Union and is open to all students. Cat Samson, a counseling center practicum student, said the center is a place where students can come and get the help that they need. “The Counseling Center is one of the many on-campus services that are provided to all enrolled students,” Samson said. “For any mental or emotional health needs that they have, we provide individual and group therapies, couples counseling, as well as a contract psychiatrist who provides psychiatric services.” She said the Counseling Center offers a variety of ways to help students, depending on the problems and issues they are facing. “The specific services that we have are individual counseling, which is oneon-one, meaning one student with one
therapist,” Samson said. “We also do some group counseling that varies from semester to semester. We offer alcohol and marijuana group counseling for students who have incidents on campus with those. The big thing that we offer students is getting them through the college experience, helping them adjust to college life, managing any road blocks or obstacles that come in their way. We say that our main goal is making sure that everyone can be a successful student.” Samson said the Counseling Center has a number of people who work there and all are more than capable of helping any student with any problem he or she may be going through. “We have six full-time staff members; some are psychologists, we have a social worker and some master’s-level therapists,” Samson said. “Each year there are some graduate students who come and do their training at the Counseling Center, so the number of student counselors varies from year to year. This past year, we had 10 student therapists. As far as the full-time staff, they can all handle any problem that is presented when a student comes in, while there are some people that do have special interests such as eat-
ing disorders and sports psychology.” The Counseling Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Students can walk in for an appointment or call the front desk and schedule an appointment with one of the counselors. “The first appointment (walk-in or scheduled) is free. If a student decides to continue a service, whether it is group counseling or individual, it’s a one-time fee of $60 for the entire year,” Samson said. While the Counseling Center does a lot of their work on the seventh floor of HMSU, they can also be seen throughout campus from time to time, where they educate State students about the center and common problems that could arise. “Aside from the services that we offer, we do a lot of outreach programming,” Samson said. “(For instance) we may host a table on campus or help sponsor event, while providing awareness and education to the general student body, (which) a lot of times in efforts to reduce stigma for people who do have mental health concerns.” Samson said some of the most com-
mon things students come into the Counseling Center with are dealing with depression, anxiety, adjusting to college and making the big transition coming from high school and moving away from home. The counselors do their best to sit down with the students, speak with them about the issues that they are encountering and help them through those difficult times. Kenneth Chew, the director of the Counseling Center, said he expects the building to be busy, as their services continue to increase and is eager to have another prosperous school year. “We don’t have any major expectations other than another busy year because our utilization has been going up every year,” Chew said. “We typically use the summer to review the past year and to determine what new programs or services we’ll be adding or cutting back on for the fall. We’re still early in that review process. We’re just hoping to have another good year and to continue providing high quality services to ISU students.” For more information on the Counseling Center, visit ISU’s website.
Greek life offers students community, philanthropy, self-discovery Morgan Gallas Reporter With almost 15 percent of Indiana State University students participating in fraternities and sororities, Greek Life is a big part of college life. With each new school year comes a new crop of prospective members interested in rushing ISU sororities and fraternities. Bo Mantooth, director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, explained how to sign up for rushing. “For Panhellenic Recruitment, or sororities, (go to) www.indstate.edu/panhellenic,” Mantooth said. “For IFC (Interfraternity Council) recruitment, or fraternities, (visit) www.indstate.edu/ isufraternity.” Because students usually have a list of questions about Greek life, sessions are available to help answer and explain everything. “We have a breakout session during each New Student Orientation at ei-
ther 3:15 p.m. or 4 p.m. on Day One in Hulman Memorial Student Union 321,” Mantooth said. “Fraternity 101 is Monday, Aug. 17 at 4 p.m. in Dede II.” Sorority 101 has three sessions: Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. in Dede I, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. in Dede I, and Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. in Dede II and III. Rush week is traditionally only for the sororities. Sororities are completely for females while fraternities are for males. Jim Warren, Interfraternity Council President and member of Sigma Phi Epsilon, commented on the differences in recruitment for sororities and fraternities. “Sororities have a very formal recruitment method where as fraternities are somewhat a free-for-all,” Warren said. “Fraternities and sororities both have the highest GPAs than all campus average.” Before students can rush, they must register on the ISU Greek life webpage as well as attend one informational meet-
ing. “Panhellenic is the only council that has a recruitment week, and it is Sept. 9-13,” Mantooth said. Many students are wary to rush because the price of Greek life seems steep. “Costs vary from group to group, but membership lasts a lifetime,” Mantooth said. “The average chapter is only $408 a semester, which comes to only $3.64 a day for a decision that will change your life.” There are nine sororities and 15 fraternities to choose from when rushing. Students should attend the breakout sessions to better understand what Greek life entails before making a decision of whether it is for them. “[Students} shouldn’t make assumptions about fraternity and sororities life; they should ask questions and learn more about it,” Mantooth said. “(Greek life) contributed over $68,000 and 25,300 hours of community service last year.”
There are many positives in joining Greek life, Warren said. “The pros definitely outweigh the cons of fraternity and sorority life,” Warren said. “The pros would consist of being more involved, participation in philanthropies, community services hours, and the drive and support from everyone else in your organization to become a better man or woman.” Many are concerned with how expensive joining a Greek organization can be, but there is often financial aid available. “Organizations do have payment plans and scholarship giveaways to help with the costs,” Warren said. Students are encouraged to go through recruitment to see if they like Greek life. “If anyone is unsure about going through recruitment or checking Fraternity and Sorority Life then please talk to someone who is involved in an organization and ask them about their experience,” Warren said.
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Public Safety helps students stay safe, secure on campus Kristi Sanders News Editor When going to college, students — especially freshmen and new students — must keep in mind certain safety precautions to protect themselves. Michele Barrett, the assistant chief of police at Indiana State University, provided some tips to remember when going about on campus. “When walking around campus at night, stay with friends or in a group,” Barrett said. “Remember to use the emergency blue lights if needed.” There are blue emergency lights throughout campus, and if an emergency arises, students can press the emergency button for help. This will dial dispatch as if the student had dialed 911 from a telephone. This is only to be used if a student feels threatened or an emergency exists. If a student is not sure it’s an emergency or if they are lost and need help finding a building on campus, they can press the information button. “For women on campus, I especially encourage you not to walk alone at night,” Barret said. “There are 24-hour escorts that can take you around campus if you do not feel safe.” Barrett encourages students not to take things from strangers including watching out for financial scams, such as selling bank cards. “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” Barrett said. Other tips are to lock everything, such as vehicles and dorm rooms, and don’t leave valuables lying around. One way students can keep their valuables labeled is with an engraver. ISU Public Safety does have an engraver for students to use so they can mark their valuable objects. To use these, students
Traffic and Parking Services and the University Police Department are located between Pickerl Hall and Erickson Hall (Statesman File Photo).
must go to the Public Safety Office and present their student ID. After engraving their property students can then return the engraver to get back their student ID. “Watch out for each other,” Barrett said. “Some people come from small schools and communities and by watching out for each other campus will be safer.” Another issue freshman must pay attention to is parking so they will not receive a ticket
from the Public Safety Department. Lori Elkins, the assistant director of public safety for traffic and parking services, gave some advice about parking on campus. “There will be another big class of freshman,” Elkins said. “For this reason there will be limited parking (spaces).” Elkins reminds students to read the lot signs to make sure they are parking in the correct areas.
Students are required to have a parking permit on Indiana State campus and after five tickets they will be booted for each offense, Elkins said. “I recommend students look to park in lots D, D extension, C and G,” Elkins said. “These parking lots are usually not used heavily so students can park fast and head to class.” These lots are located on Eighth and Ninth streets. Lot K is being added across Third Street and is expected to
be completed by August. “There is to be around 200 to 250 parking spaces in Lot K,” Elkins said. “These will be available 24/7 as Lot O across the street is only open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. because it is shared with the Boys and Girls club.” If students have any questions about safety on campus, need directions if lost, or help with finding a specific parking lot they can call Public Safety at 812-237-5555.
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You are a paying customer: Make the most of your college experience Many people have advice about college but most of it has to do with what classes or majors to participate in. Therefore I felt it would be wise to discuss some things about college everyone needs to know from the perspective of someone who is on his way out. The first thing all stuColumnist dents must learn is a state of mind. As a student of a college you are not forced here — you are paying to be here. Regardless of whether you personally paid out of pocket, your parents did, or you’re running on financial aid, you are a paying customer and college is little more than a service. Meaning if there is a teacher you don’t find agreeable, speak with your adviser and switch it to a class with a teacher you are compatible with. This also applies to classes as well. While it is true that some classes are mandatory, that doesn’t mean you have to take it with a teacher you are incompatible with. Beyond that, just take classes you know you are going to either have fun in or care about. After all, you are paying to be here, so you might as well enjoy your time here. The usual disparaging comment I hear is that “but I have to take a class I don’t like because of my major.” If that’s the case, there is one simple question you need to ask: Is your major worth the trouble? If you enjoy your major in general and it’s just the one class you’re having an issue with, then just remind yourself it’s a necessary evil.
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However, if you realize that for the most part you don’t enjoy your major, maybe it’s time to consider switching majors. Here’s another thing about college life most people don’t think about: half of the time, your major doesn’t matter. Now if you are aiming for a particular career, obviously that statement doesn’t make sense. After all, when’s the last time you’ve heard of an intern at an accounting firm who majored in marine biology? Most students at a college aren’t entirely certain what they want to do with their lives, career-wise. Oh, sure, they have a general idea, but that’s about as far as they’ve gone during freshman year. Here’s a dirty little secret about life:
unless the job you’re applying for requires specific schooling — like doctors and lawyers — most companies and employers just want to see you have a degree. This is because having a degree from college shows that you are a person who can commit to something and succeed in it. And with most jobs, that’s the most important character trait. So if you’re unhappy with your major or the jobs it specifically trains you for, maybe you should change your major, because again, you are paying to be here, you might as well make the most of it. Now if you’re planning on doing anything I’ve spoken about, it likely means you will be interacting with your college’s administration and their forms frequently.
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In this instance the thing most people forget to tell you is that you have to be vigilant and never assume. The people who run this college are constantly swamped and they’re often going to assume that you more or less know what the forms mean because they have a million other things that need their attention as well. If there’s a question or space on a form you need to fill out and you aren’t sure what it means, simply ask before you fill it out. There’s a good chance otherwise that you’ll miss a step and they’ll have to have you refile it or deny your request and they’ll not tell you right away because, again, their jobs are practically 24/7. It’s important to ask questions. You might come off as stupid, but you’re saving both parties an absurd amount of time if you get the facts straight from the get-go. You also want to be vigilant on checking the status of your requests so if you do have a problem it can be fixed in time. Failure to do this is why I’m finishing up now instead of two years ago. Finally, and this is more of a suggestion, get an apartment as soon as you can. For one thing, it will give you experience with paying bills — a reality of life public school suspiciously avoids discussing — and since you’re in a college town, most landlords are more forgiving of the occasional monetary hiccup. Plus, it makes you be active with campus activities. If you live on campus, you’re always aware of your options. When you’re off-campus, you have to actively find out what’s going on, and this helps you with learning time management as well as narrowing down
Opinions Policy The opinions page of the Indiana Statesman offers an opportunity for the Indiana State University community to express its views. The opinions, individual and collective, expressed in the Statesman and the student staff’s selection or arrangement of content do not necessarily reflect the attitudes of the university, its Board of Trustees, administration, faculty or student body. The Statesman editorial board writes staff editorials and makes final decisions about news content. This newspaper serves
as a public forum for the ISU community. Make your opinion heard by submitting letters to the editor at statesmanopinions@isustudentmedia.com. Letters must be fewer than 500 words and include year in school, major and phone number for verification. Letters from non-student members of the campus community must also be verifiable. Letters will be published with the author’s name. The Statesman editorial board reserves the right to edit letters for length, libel, clarity and vulgarity.
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