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ISLAND WAVES - TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-CORPUS CHRISTI - 01.22.2015

Remembering the Dream

University celebrates MLK Jr. Day by CONNER TICHOTA editor in chief

tarting Jan. 24, the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi community will join together in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Campus-wide, various departments will participate and host the festivities in a weeklong celebration of the national holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which takes place on Jan. 19. The Islander Cultural Alliance will continue their traditional march on campus. The Student Volunteer Connection will also hold their annual MLK Jr. Day Service Project on Saturday, Jan. 24. Finally, the third annual MLK Jr. Day Community Celebration, hosted by the Island University and Del Mar College, will be held on Jan. 29 in the DMC Richardson Performance Hall. “This is a celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,” Angela Walker, associate dean of students, said. “We invite students, staff, faculty and their guests to attend the celebration. Plus, to have a national recognized figure as our keynote speaker is a plus for both campuses.” The Island University has been celebrating Black History Month since 2003 said Amy photo provided by ANGELA WALKER Kotulski, assistant director of Dr. Michael Eric Dyson will be the keynote speaker at the 3rd annual MLK Jr. Community Celebration hosted by the Island University and Del Mar College. student activities. However, the various events being held this gan Wellness Center at the start of the the march,” Kotulski said. “It is a great year in honor of MLK Jr. Day were instated throughout the years. For ex- march and travel throughout campus. way to get the kids involved and eduample, the annual MLK Jr. Day March Students, faculty and staff are wel- cated on different events that have was one of the earliest events to be come to participate. Even students at happened throughout history.” the ECDC participate annually. created in 2010. “The ECDC always participates in see MLK JR. DAY on page 4 Participants will gather in the Du-

Concerts come to Corpus Christi Spotlighting some of 2015’s biggest shows by JESSE DELEON graduate adviser

n more ways than one the stage is set for the spring concert season in Corpus Christi. Sure, the weather may still be a bit chilly, but with everything from classic rock to Latin and reggae rhythms to a dazzling Broadway show already on the schedule, things will definitely heat up quickly for audiences at American Bank Center and Concrete Street. Kristen Bily, the Marketing and Media Relations Manager for the American Bank Center, is looking

forward to a very busy spring. Despite the rather sluggish economy and its overall effect on the concert industry, Bily had many reasons to head into the New Year with plenty of optimism. “This year, the big touring companies are paying very close attention to American Bank Center,” Bily said. “Because of our impressive sellout shows with the Backstreet Boys and Miranda Lambert last year, we have attracted some very well deserved attention. So that means even more sellout shows are on the way.”

Leading the pack for the popular venue is the Feb. 5 appearance of Pitbull and Enrique Iglesias. This powerhouse pairing has done quite well on its recent tour, and the response from local fans has been tremendous. “We are really excited about both of these artists being here, not only because they have a huge number of hits, but because their particular brand of Latin pop music appeals to a very wide audience,” Bily said. see CONCERTS on page 8

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Lolita Fashion: costume or cultural statement? by STERLEN KEMP news reporter

t first glance, Lolita Fashion participants seem to be something out of an anime film or comic book. But those who follow this Japanese subculture trend are anything but characters in costumes. The trend started in the ’80s as a street fashion craze in Japan, adopting clothing patterns from the Victorian and Rococo era. Taking some of the principles of fashion from these periods, Lolita Fashion follows a sophisticated set of rules and guidelines. Those who wear Lolita fashion must uphold the standards of modesty and elegance that is obvious in their apparel. Today, Lolita fashion has spread to virtually every continent in the world. It has particularly gained interest in the West, even here at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The Island University’s sophomore student communication major Ellenor Sprague is a follower of this fashion choice. “I love the cuteness. I like how I feel when I am dressed in Lolita,” Sprague said. “I have always been into alternative fashion ever since high school. Lolita fashion was just a good match for me.” Because of its unusualness in today’s society, most people view Lolita fashion as a costume or something worn during Halloween. But this is a huge insult to those who pride themselves as disciples of Lolita Fashion. see LOLITA on page 5

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Feminism: it’s more than just a movement by JAMIE FINK news editor

n 2014, we saw the likes of many life changing events, both good and bad. With the deaths of Robin Williams, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Maya Angelou, to the continuing fight with the Ebola virus, the bad seemed to outweigh the good. Even when things seemed to be going down the drain, we saw breakthrough changes like with the massive gay marriage expansion to several states and the biggest movement of 2014, feminism. Feminism is something that has been around since the early 1900s, but many have considered it to be something of little importance. In fact in 1998, Time magazine published the bold statement that feminism was dead. Constantly under attack from all sides, feminism spent the past decade trying to prove its importance and relevance over and over. Just like everything else in history, there is one thing we should remember is history always repeats itself. Perhaps, one of the biggest

leaders of the feminist movement in 2014, Beyoncé sparked the movement with her 16 minute performance at the MTV Video Music Awards in front of a gigantic feminist banner. As Time remarked, the entire show was about women’s empowerment. The performance has since then inspired a future music industry that respects and highlights its female talent. Beyoncé however, continued her feminism movement by writing a “flawless” feminist essay. The star’s essay was featured in the Shriner Report, “Gender Equality is a Myth,” which proved that her grasp of gender studies is as potent as her vocal range. We saw many more women step up and address the issue of how powerful women can be. Women stormed the halls of Congress setting the largest number of women ever in Congress. A record 100 women will serve in the 114 Congress, and that’s something we should all take a minute to celebrate. Malala Yousafzai, the 17-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner, shocked the world as she accepted the award and returned straight to chemistry

class. She told reporters “It’s not going to help in exams” as she became the youngest person to ever win the award. Yousafzai has since become an advocate against violence, poverty and fighting for more access to education for women and girls. Yousafzai has been described as a proof that feminism really can change the world. Last but definitely not least, let us not forget the youngest feminist on the list who rocked 2014 and “played ball like a girl” –Mo’Ne Davis. Davis, 13, the star of the Mid-Atlantic little league team that played at Williamsport captivated the nation, as she blazed her way straight to the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine becoming the first ever Little Leaguer to appear on the coveted sports magazine’s cover, and to top it all off, Davis was also named Sports Illustrated Sportskid of the Year. For those who think that feminism is something that just had a great year or was just another trend, take a look around, the world is a changing place. For those who are big about statistics and seeing the

numbers, here are few to keep in mind. In the United States alone, women make up 51 percent of the total population. Sorry gentlemen, we are outnumbered whether we like it or not. Women are changing the workforce, too. Women earn only 77 percent of what the average working man makes, but this too will soon change. Thirty-six percent of people believe that a woman should be held wholly or partly responsible for being sexually assaulted or raped if she was drunk, and 26 percent believe this if she was in public wearing sexy or revealing clothes. Only 77 percent of young men agree that having sex with someone who has said no is rape. As a society we put all the pressure, all of the blame on women. Wake up, this is the 21st century, we are all equals, whether male, female, white, black, Hispanic, Asian or Indian. Whose place is it to say that I am more deserving of a job or anything because I am a privileged white male? Feminism is something that is once again catching support and don’t expect it to just go away anytime soon.

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e i l r a Ch “I am Charlie” “Free expression”

“Freedom of the Press”

A dedication to the Press by CONNER TICHOTA editor in chief

rofessional journalists are probably the bravest people one can ever meet. It takes true dedication to survive in a profession where your voice is an integral cog in society’s communication, yet it is not always viewed favorably. Throughout history, journalists around the world have been persecuted for their writings and the recent massacre at the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo shows that not much has changed. What the United States holds as the Fist Amendment, and what other nations hold as free speech and freedom of the press, is probably the best tool journalists have in defending their work. The First Amendment prevents any law that infringes upon an “establishment of religion, free exercise of religion, abridging the freedom of speech, infringing on the freedom of the press, interfering with the right to peaceably assemble or prohibiting the petitioning for a governmental redress of grievances.” For journalists in the U.S., this law has helped protect newspapers and journalists from governmental interference, law suits and a series of other legal issues. But

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what happens when the repercussions to an article or a cartoon fall outside the boundaries of the law? What protection do journalists have when the criticism doesn’t come in the form of angry tweets and hate filled e-mail? What happens when it comes in the form of guns and violence? We could go back and forth for hours debating whether or not recent events such as the attack on Charlie Hebdo or the recent debacle over “The Interview” have shown that free speech or freedom, as some synonymously linked the two, is “under attack.” We could spend days questioning if the rampant support of free speech is pushing Western values above all other cultural values. We could spend months debating the ethicality of it all. We can and we will. But, through it all let us not forget that journalists will be at the forefront of it all: publishing the reports and opinions as they continue to unfold. When criticism comes in the form of guns and violence, it is just terrible. Journalists are there to tell the story. Though reporters of Island Waves are rarely, if ever, put in harms way, we respect the bravery of those who take risk and emphasise the importance of our Nation’s First Amendment.

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MLK JR. DAY The SVC sponsored service project was started in 2012 said SVC’s advisor Jennifer Hoang. “[In] previous years we’ve gone to Mother Theresa shelter, Bokenkamp and Metro Ministries,” Hoang said. This year’s project will be a Build Day with the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Students interested in participating may register through Orgsync. For those who are looking for a more educational event, the MLK Jr. Community Celebration is the place to be. This year’s topic will be Education, Poverty, Social Justice, Income Equality and the MLK Legacy. . The guest lecturer of the evening is Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, author and professor of Sociology at Georgetown University. Dyson is nationally known for his series of books which take an in depth look at African American culture. He has made several television

continued from page 1 appearances and even hosts his own NPR news talk show titled, “The Michael Eric Dyson Show.” Walker said the university hopes to bring in even more renowned speakers for future MLK Community Celebrations. “We want to continue with this annual collaboration and bring in more national, well known speakers to our campus,” Walker said. “We have already been in discussion about next year’s speaker.” All students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend any or all three events. The march will be held at noon, in the Dugan Wellness Center on Jan. 22. The service day will be held on Jan. 24. Pre-registration is required and students may register via Orgsync. The lecture will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Jan. 29 in the DMC Richardson Performance Hall. All events are free to the public.

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LOLITA Dr. Laura Petican, Assistant Professor in the department of Liberal Arts at A&M-Corpus Christi, did part of her research in fashion studies. She described Lolita Fashion as being more than a costume and should be referred to as “fashion” because it gives people a way to express themselves. “Lolita Fashion is definitely considered ‘fashion’,” Petican said. “I think its popularity is connected to an interest in the material aspects of the phenomenon. The clothing is elaborate, ornate and suggest somewhat of an ‘escape’ from the banality of everyday life and our contemporary moment.” When people think of or see someone in Lolita Fashion apparel, feminism is typically not your first thought. But the rise of Lolita fashion is quite remarkable in a culture that glorifies women in revealing clothing and also seems to overly sexualize content in the media. Professor Petican says that Lolita has become sort of a counter culture in one that seems to be anti modesty. “I think the rise and spread of Lolita fashion is in part due to the pervasiveness of daring, body

continued from page 1 conscious and, ultimately, revealing fashion tendencies in popular culture in recent years,” Petican said. “In this sense, it may be seen as a sort of counter culture that asserts an expression of third wave feminism in it’s preservation of women’s flesh as practices of exhibition.” Fashion is an art form that offers people an outlet of expression. Whether it’s formal wear, urban street attire, or Lolita fashion, people gravitate to different trends of fashion depending on how it makes them feel. Many participants of Lolita say it gives them confidence and makes them feel prettier when they wear it. A&M-Corpus Christi student, Ellenor Sprague says that people should be more open-minded when it comes to Lolita Fashion. They should respect those who choose to look or dress differently than the general public. “It’s a real fashion style,” Sprague said. “Just because it’s different doesn’t mean it’s a costume. It can be hurtful when people make fun of how you choose to dress, just because it is different.”

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February 2nd, 2015 11:30 am UC Anchor Ballroom Lolita style dresses on display.

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he long break is over and students are about to start a new semester at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Every start of a semester brings them one step closer to the finish line and new questions start to come up about part-time jobs, full- time careers and internships. Students may even be questioning their choice of major and where it can lead them, what options the future holds or how to start building a resume. Career Services can help answer all questions as well as help students with career needs such as job search, resume writing and interview preparation. As a team, the career services staff has over 25 years combined experience in helping students succeed during and after college. We have extensive knowledge of tools to help students attain success including access to career

websites and databanks, networking connections and employer relations. In a study of over 35000 students at 840 schools, 50 percent of students who reported using career services were offered at least one job before they graduated. This is definitely a statistic students want to be a part of and we are here to help. Career Services is a team of dedicated staff including: Terri Howe-Director Heather Hanami-Assistant Director Employer Relations Sharon Herrera-Job Developer Nancy Salinas-Senior Career Counselor, Counselor for Education and Liberal Arts Patricia Chastain-Counselor for Business Sara Goede-Counselor for Nursing and Health Science Jace Medina-Counselor for Science and Engineering Sara Lopez-Administrative Assistant Melody Jacoby-Small Business Intern Jeremy Gonzales-Graduate Assistant Plus there are numerous student

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216 (due to UC Construction) and each counselor is located in their colleges. The contact number to set up appointments is 361-825-2628.

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TECH TOYS

by TREY SEAL entertainment reporter

he Consumer electronics show has a long history of being the center stage for the biggest names in tech to reveal their latest and greatest products to the public at large. The show floor is a technological wonderland that could easily make the Jetsons envious of the many items on hand. 2015 and beyond will be about expanding the use of smart devices in every aspect of our lives. There is a current obsession with adding Internet connectivity to just about everything. Samsung was on hand to show that it won’t limit itself to portable items either. At their press conference, the company revealed that they have plans for every one of their devices to be Internet connected by the year 2020. This includes their home products such as washing machines and refrigerators. The implementation would allow your washing machine to notify you via your smartphone that your wash cycle is complete in addition to allowing you to set up the cycle using an accompanying app. Similarly, the fridge would allow you

to change some of its settings such as temperature in addition to controlling the ice makers’ productivity cycle. In the realm of television, 4K was the word on everybody’s mouth. Every one of the major television manufacturers was on hand with their own 4K (four thousand lines of resolution) television. For those unfamiliar with the term, 4K is the latest innovation in digital videos’ long running attempt to defeat the quality of analog (non-computer based) 35mm film. A 35mm film strip (the same size as a traditional film camera) can technically be considered around 8K; the difference in quality is based on how many miniature pixels make up the image that you’re viewing. In recent years, we’ve had 1080P sets which only perform at their best with a decent Internet connection to Netflix or a blu-ray disc; they can only display one quarter of the detail of 4K and an eighth of the detail of a 35MM film strip. If you’re still having a hard time wrapping your head around it, all you need to know is that 4K movies look incredibly vivid and lively with color, clarity and motion. Though they aren’t

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new to the consumer market, the price of the TV sets on hand are breaking the sub-$1000 barrier and will be commonplace within US households within the next couple of years. Another hot topic at this year’s CES was virtual reality. The headsets that were on hand are bringing us closer than ever before to a matrix-like gaming experience. The various head mounted sets featured innovations such as head tracking (allowing the user to look around a virtual world in real life and have their actions mimicked in-game) and crystal clear screens. The coolest headset on hand though was one that didn’t even have gaming as its main purpose. That headset was the Avegant Glyph, what looks like a standard pair of headphones is actually hiding a dual-eye display within the headband. A slick concept video shows a man sitting on a train listening to music, he then flips the headband over his eyes to begin watching a video on a virtual screen in front of him (not shown). The Glyph tricks the viewers eyes into thinking that they are looking at a large theater screen in front of them

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that can play videos and games from a users’ smartphone on any device that can stream video. The crazier thing, Avegant plans to have it on store shelves this year for the steep price of $599. One of the most surprising innovations on hand though was the temtraq by bluespark. The temptraq is a new take on the thermometer, a tool that hasn’t changed since the innovation the electronic thermometer in the 1970s. The Temptraq is a thin bandage-like adhesive strip that fits under the arm and sends constant heat signature readings to an accompanying app. With it, users will be able to take the readings to their doctor in order to show the fluctuations in body temperature that have occurred. In addition, parents will no longer have to wake their children in order to receive updated readings. That’s only the tip of the iceberg for the many innovative new products that appeared at this years show. Its clear that the future of tech has many new innovations that plan to only further revolutionize our everyday lives.

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Spotlighting 2015 Biggest Shows

CONCERTS Older fans of Latin music will want to check out Luis Miguel on March 6. The Mexican-born performer is sure to please longtime fans with his classic Spanish language balladry. “He is such an incredible showman… he is like the Spanish Elton John,” Bily said. Another concert sure to attract plenty of attention is the March 5 performance of ’80s pop rocker Rick Springfield. The man who hit the top of the charts with “Jessie’s Girl”

continued from page 1 brings his show to the American Bank Center’s Selena Auditorium but opts for an approach that is much more personal and intimate. “I am really looking forward to the Rick Springfield show,” Bily stated. “Rick will perform a very special all acoustic set that fans will definitely not want to miss.” American Bank Center’s increasingly busy schedule also features a May 14 show from country star Jason Aldean, the hugely popular Broadway hit

“Mama Mia.” featuring the music of Abba on April 20, and a return engagement from axe man extraordinaire Carlos Santana on March 19. “We have such an eclectic group of shows on the books,” Bily said. “We are so proud and excited to offer Corpus Christi audiences such a wide spectrum of entertainment.” Concrete Street Amphitheater will feature an equally varied group of concerts and events during the first part of 2015 as well. Even though the schedule of shows is constantly being updated, there are a handful of events that are already creating a big buzz. For Ryan Butler, director of marketing at Concrete Street, the first part of the year will prove to be especially hectic. The popular outdoor venue is not only known for featuring some of the most popular rock and country acts, but the facility’s layout lends itself to creating several one of a kind events. One such gathering, the Feelin’ Fine Fest that is slated for March 20, is a full-fledged celebration of Jamaica. “Concrete Street is looking forward to teaming up with House of Rock to present the perfect spring break attraction,” revealed Butler. “For lovers of reggae music, this is a very special experience that they will not want to miss.” Eight bands, including Tribal Seeds, Fortunate Youth, Hirie and the Movement, among others, will create that unmistakable reggae beat

on two stages. While the music is unquestionably the main attraction at Feelin’ Fine Fest, there are also plenty of other activities that make will make it even more memorable. “We are going to offer a wide variety of vendor booths selling Jamaican clothes and jewelry and we will even have a custom menu,” Butler said. “It will be the ultimate Spring Break party.” Concrete Street will continue the party with the highly popular Spring Break on the Coast the very next day, March 21. It will feature the Randy Rogers Band, Kevin Fowler and Wade Bowen. “So whether you love reggae or country or both, we have you covered this upcoming spring break,” Butler said. Plus Concrete Street will welcome that little ol’ band from Texas, also known as ZZ Top, on May 3. And if that isn’t exciting enough for fans of classic rock, legendary British guitarist Jeff Beck will also perform. So whether it is Latin rhythm, a reggae beat, a glitzy Broadway show or an awesomely familiar guitar solo, the American Bank Center and Concrete Street are set to offer local audiences plenty of unforgettable moments once the curtain goes up and the spotlight shines onto the first few months of 2015.

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ENTERTAINMENT calender Puppet Show

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Anita & W.T.Neyland Public Library Carranza Puppets presents Pinocchio. When: January 22 at 6 p.m. Where: Anita & W.T.Neyland Library 1230 Carmel Pkwy. Corpus Christi, Texas The event is free for the entire family. Contact (361) 826-2370.

Jan 22 - Feb 27

Comic Night Every Thursday night is Comedy Open Mic night at 9 p.m. Hosted by Coach Loyd. Admission is FREE. Chuckles Comedy Club is located at 615 Mesquite St. in downtown Corpus Christi behind The House Of Rock. For more info or reservations call: (361)-434-4290 or visitwww. chucklescorpuschristi.com When: January 22, 2015 9 p.m. Where: Chuckles Comedy Club 615 Mesquite St. Corpus Christi, TX

The Weil Gallery at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will present recent works by Houston-based, German artist Hans Molzberger from Thursday, Jan. 22, through Friday, Feb. 27. As a polymorphic, multimedia installation, Molzberger works with sculpture and digital media to explore notions of individual and collective memory, loss, trauma, and metamorphosis. The artist lecture will be on Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 7 – 9 p.m. in Island Hall Room 162. The opening reception will be on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 5 – 7 p.m. at the Weil Gallery in the Center for the Arts, 1st Floor. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 361-825-5752 or go to http://cla.tamucc.edu/art/gallery/weil.html.

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Experience key to Fouty’s success

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by JEREMY PAPE sports reporter

livia Fouty, senior forward on the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Islanders’ women’s basketball team, has had an interesting journey to get to this point in her basketball career. Fouty, who is in her first season playing for the Island University, transferred from Eastern Michigan University, located in Ypsilanti, Mich. Those who follow college sports know that when an athlete is looking to transfer, many factors come into play. “The biggest [reason to transfer here] is that it felt right,” Fouty said. “When an athlete transfers somewhere, they know [that college] is the right one. I really liked the coaching staff and players. I saw potential in the team.” Every university has something about it, whether it is an environmental aspect or the atmosphere of the student body and teachers that make the university appealing to people. “[I like that] it’s warm here,” Fouty said. The relatively small size of the Island University helps it to maintain a sense of friendliness and belonging amongst its student body. “I like how everyone is so friendly and welcoming down here,” Fouty said. Sometimes, a student athlete decides to transfer somewhere that is far away and unfamiliar to the athlete. This is usually a tough transition for even the most mature students. “The biggest challenge for me was being so far away from home,” Fouty said. “I think I adjusted pretty quickly. The team and the coaching staff make me feel like family.” Athletes sometimes have a role model for how they play the game. Most athletes’ first exposure to sports

Senior Forward Olivia Fouty (33) hits a free throw late in the game.

is by watching sporting events on television. “I didn’t have a specific player to model my game after, but I always liked Shaq when I was a little kid,” Fouty said. Fouty has already found ways to make a difference on the court for the Islanders. Per goislanders.com, she is currently second on the team in scoring at 12.1 points per game. Fouty has been a reliable shooter for the Islanders, as she is second on the team in field goal percentage at 53.3 percent. Fouty has also been contributing on the boards, grabbing an average of 9.2 points per game. Fouty’s execution of these facets of the game have made her a strong leader on the court. Fouty also has emerged as a strong leader in ways that won’t be seen on a stat sheet. “Leadership [is a strong on-the -court skill]” Fouty said. “I have the most experience out of everyone on the team. I just try to keep the team calm in tough situations.” Part of the maturation process that a senior college athlete goes through involves their work ethic. “I’ve always been told by family and coaches that I need to work hard,” Fouty said. “I’m a little undersized as a post, so it meant I had to work much harder, getting offensive rebounds, doing the dirty work, getting in the gym, and lifting weights.” Fouty has had many responsibilities thrown at her this season, and head coach Royce Chadwick said she has done quite well with the added pressure. “She had a great opportunity, as the NCAA allows to go somewhere

and finish her career,” Chadwick said. “When we brought her here, we didn’t need her as much as we needed her after the injuries [to the top two returning scorers, Brittany Mbamalu and Shola Adebayo]” Chadwick said. “We have had to elevate her as the only senior on the team and el-

evate her responsibilities as a scorer. She has handled it very well and led us by example.” Fouty and the Islanders can next be seen in action Jan. 22 at Southeastern Louisiana University, in Hammond, Louisiana.

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6 Softball: Wichita St. @Waco, TX10:00AM

7 Softball: TBA@ Waco, TX 12:30PM

Stephen F. Austin @Waco, Texas 12:30PM

Baseball And Softball

Softball: TBA@ Waco, TX

Softball: @Wisconsin, Islanders Invitational (Chapman Field) 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM

Baseball: Saint Peter’s @Chapman Field 7:00PM

Softball: @UAB, Islanders Invitational (Chapman Field) 3:00 PM

Baseball: MisBaseball: Purdue souri @ Whata- @ Whataburger burger field field 7:00PM 6:00PM Softball: New Mexico @Houston, TX 11:30AM

Baseball: Sam Houston @ Whataburger field 3:00PM

Softball: Texas A&M Int’l @ Chapman Field 1:00PM and 3:00 PM

Baseball: Saint Baseball: Saint Peter’s @ChapPeter’s @Chapman Field 7:00PM man Field 7:00PM

Softball: @South Dakota Islanders Invitational (Chapman Field) 11:30AM

Softball: @South Dakota Islanders Invitational (Chapman Field) 3:00 PM

21 Baseball: Missouri @ Whataburger field 6:00PM Softball: Illinois @Houston, TX 4:30PM and 7:00PM

27 Baseball: UT Arlington@ Chapman field 3:00PM and 6:00PM

28 Baseball: UT Arlington@ Chapman field 2:00PM

Softball: New Mexico @Houston TX 9:00AM

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Baseball: Louisiana Tech @ Ruston 2:00PM

Baseball: UTSA @Chapman Field 6:30PM

9 Baseball: Fisher @Chapman Field 1:00 PM and 4:00PM

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