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Sen. Bruce Thompson introduced a new Photo courtesy of the Senate Press Office bill that may modify computer crime laws. Sabrina Kerns | News Editor
Jasmine Manuel creates beats in her at-home studio Jan. 24.
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‘MINI PRODUCER’ OVERSHADOWS HER DISABILITY Gia Cruz | Contributor Jasmine Manuel, a 22-year-old entrepreneurship major, is definitely not your average student. Although she suffers from Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3 and is confined to a power chair, this KSU senior is a talented powerhouse with many projects under her belt. Manuel, also known as “Mini Producer,” is a music producer under a label called Starkast Nation. The origin of her name derives from her height, which is 3 feet 4 inches due to her disorder. She has recently received social media attention regarding her talent. With a “larger than life” personality, she has a massive support system that keeps her humble and grounded. “They’re super honest. I play my beats a lot, and I’m always given an honest opinion. It’s made me better when it comes to my production,” Manuel says. Her music production journey began when she played around with a family friend’s music software as a child. It wasn’t until her high school years where she started seeing her hobby become an art. She then upgraded to FL Studio 11, a music production software, during her freshman year of high school — her software of choice to this day. Roll Out Fitness, a fitness effort dedicated to those with disabilities, has been another big project for the Manuel. She says she was inspired to help people that have dealt with similar situations. Manuel says that she doesn’t see a lot of people like her working out. The Instagram
account @rolloutfitness was meant to inspire and give tips to help people step out. Since its creation, the account has been featured on social media accounts that have well over one million followers. As its brand ambassador, Manuel chooses to stay in shape to be a motivation to those in her position. “The coolest thing is that I’ve been able to connect with others who have the same disorder I do and have gotten to listen to their stories,” Manuel says. “I’ve just had fun doing what I love to do and meeting people with a similar passion along the way.” Manuel also discussed how her and Shaun T, fitness mogul and host of “Insanity” and
fun size,” she says “I’ve had over 100 breaks. I have had more than 20 surgeries. I can’t walk, so I use a power chair.”
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Alisa Seripap | The Sentinel She has a support system that keeps her grounded and humble.
In the environment of constant change, chaos and excitement that exists at Kennesaw State, a steady hand is needed to steer the ship, and the athletics department believes they found an individual who brings a breadth of experience and leadership to the table. From being a four-year starter as an offensive lineman at the University of Oklahoma to helping oversee one of college football’s largest budgets at the University of Alabama, KSU’s new Athletic Director Milton Overton is no stranger to the role of a leader and the pressures that come with it. During a career that has spanned more than two decades and included stints at Texas Christian University, Texas A&M, Alabama and Florida A&M, Overton has gradually built up the knowledge and skills to make him a successful athletic director at a major university.
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Photo courtesy of Kyle Hess On Oct. 31, 2017, Overton was announced as the fourth athletic director at KSU, replacing the departed Vaughn Williams after a three-month search. Overton came to KSU after two successful years at FAMU, a school that experienced a revenue increase of $2 million under his tenure.
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misuse and misapplication of Georgia's cybersecurity laws. "When key terms of a law are left undefined, it leaves the door open to being used in ways much broader and wider than the legislature may have intended or even thought of," Green said. Green compared the bill to the Federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, a federal law that made it illegal to access any protected computer without authorization or in excess of authorization. This law gives greater detail when defining certain types of crimes and associated penalties, but Green explained that it leaves out clear definitions for some key terms. "[This] has led to overzealous federal prosecutors using the CFAA in ways that actually inhibit legitimate cybersecurity research efforts," Green said. Green said he had experienced misapplication of the CFAA and the GCSPA by prosecutors in the past. "A friend of mine was once charged with violating both the GCSPA and the CFAA for engaging in the simple act of port scanning," Green said. "Because the terminology in those laws [is] so vague, prosecutors were able to use it to unfairly prosecute normal, accepted practice in our field."
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“I’ve just had fun doing what I love to do and meeting people with a similar passion along the way.” “T25,” follow each other on Instagram, and how working out helps with her mobility. Manuel chooses to use her opportunities as a platform for awareness of Osteogenesis Imperfecta. “[There are] four main types. I’ve got the second most severe type. In my case, I’m
A bill introduced to the Georgia General Assembly on Jan. 9 aims to make unauthorized computer access illegal in the state, but cybersecurity researchers are worried that the bill's unclear language could pose a danger to citizens. Sen. Bruce Thompson, R-Ga., introduced Senate Bill 315 to modify the Georgia Computer Systems Protection Act, an existing law regarding computer crimes that was passed in 2010, said Andrew Green, a lecturer of information security and assurance at KSU. The purpose of the bill is to add the crime of unauthorized computer access to the GCSPA, a concept not previously defined under Georgia law. Georgia is one of three states in the nation without a law regarding unauthorized computer access, according to Attorney General Chris Carr in a 11Alive article. Many are worried, however, about the language used in SB 315. The bill defines "unauthorized computer access" as "accessing a computer or computer network with the knowledge that such access is without authority." The bill does not go on to clearly define the words "access" and "authority," leaving the bill open to interpretation. Green expressed his concern over the bill, saying that a clear definition of unauthorized access is essential to prevent
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College Choice ranked KSU among the top 10 schools in the nation to earn a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.
Elementary and early childhood education degree ranks top 10 Morgan Harrison | Contributor College Choice ranked KSU as one of the top 10 schools in the nation to earn a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. KSU placed eighth out of 25 schools to earn a bachelor’s in early childhood education. KSU’s early childhood education department secured this spot because of “institutional excellence, student satisfaction, and student success,” according to College Choice’s ranking methodology.
“KSU placed eighth out of 25 schools to earn a bachelor’s in early childhood education.” KSU’s early childhood education degree scored 91.7 points out of 100, placing one point behind Florida State University in the ranking. The Bagwell College of Education
offers classes on teaching children English as a second language and children with disabilities. Because of this thorough approach, KSU beat out universities such as Clemson and Ohio State to secure its top 10 spot. “In light of the many elementary and early childhood education programs offered across the country, it is truly an honor to be recognized for the quality and excellence of our program,” said Dr. Neporcha Cone, chair of the department of early childhood education. The ranking also makes special mention of the Montessori education concentration available through the EECE program. The program lends graduates an opportunity to become certified under the Pan American Montessori Society, an approach to teaching and curriculum based off of 200 years worth of research. The University of Georgia, Mercer University and Georgia Gwinnett College also ranked in the top 10 at first, fifth and tenth, respectively. This is not the first time the EECE department has been honored for its excellence. Early Childhood Education Degrees named KSU third out of the 30 best
schools to get an online master’s degree in early childhood education. Best Value Schools ranked KSU seven out of nine in their search for the best schools
“...it is truly an honor to be recognized for the quality and excellence of our program.” to get an online master’s of education in instructional technology. According to the EECE website, its mission “is to prepare educators to facilitate learning of multiple content using pedagogies developmentally appropriate for early childhood, general education and lifespan special education.”
Health Promotion and Wellness administered free and confidential HIV and hepatitis C tests to students in the Student Recreation and Activities Center Jan. 23. The event was meant to encourage students to remain in control of their health by staying aware of the dangers of HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections, as well as how to properly prevent them. The department will be holding an HIV and hepatitis C testing event every month this semester, providing several
“Testing and screening is essential for the early detection of diseases.” opportunities for students to get tested and learn more about STIs. “Testing and screening [are] essential for the early detection of diseases,” said Jack Baker, a Health Promotion and Wellness intern. “When a person knows their status, we are able to seek treatment, educate them on reducing and eliminating risky behaviors, as well as reinforce behaviors that reduce rates of transmission.” Fast and easy testing for both HIV and hepatitis C consisted of one finger prick with results made available in 20 minutes. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one in eight of those living with HIV do not know that they have the virus. One million people died from HIV-related causes worldwide in 2016, according to the World Health Organization. “HIV can affect anyone, so we strongly encourage everyone to be tested,” Baker said. The CDC also reported that hepatitis C kills more Americans than any other infectious disease, and 19,659 people died from the virus in 2014. Awareness plays a
crucial role in the prevention of these deadly diseases. “Hepatitis C is a serious blood-borne virus that attacks the liver. It is commonly contracted through sharing needles, transfusions or coming into any contact with blood or secretions that are infected with the virus,” Baker said. “Many people who are infected do not have signs or symptoms, which makes it important to be tested.” Health Promotion and Wellness also provided students with free condoms and other contraceptives at the event, thereby raising awareness of the importance of protection. “To prevent HIV and STIs, you should know your status, as well as the status of your partners,” Baker said. “Proper condom use is effective in reducing transmission. Limiting the number of sexual partners and limiting or eliminating risky forms of unprotected sex is also effective.”
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Tuesday, Feb. 13 Tuesday, March 10
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Wednesday, March 28 Health Promotion and Wellness is hosting testing again on Feb. 13 and March 28 in suite 1220 in the Student Recreation and Activities Center on the Kennesaw campus. Testing will also be available on the Marietta campus in Student Center Ballroom B on April 10. Students can find more information and resources in the Health Promotion and Wellness office in suite 1200 of the SRAC. Testing is also administered at the Cobb and Douglas Community Services Board.
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SB 315 Green also mentioned that people have been charged under the CFAA because they violated a vendor’s terms of service. “In personal terms, that’s like Comcast saying that if you do something that they believe violates their terms of service, the federal government can charge you with a crime,” Green said. “That is nothing short of insane, but it has happened.” If SB 315 continues through the Georgia General Assembly without any revisions to make its language clearer, it could have an immense impact on cybersecurity researchers and students. Limitations on security research could be the result of researchers being punished under the law for
“...it would be reckless for me to engage students in research efforts if the possibility exists that they could get charged under this law.” normal, everyday procedures. Researchers may also not be as willing to involve students in their research. “If the language stays as-is, it would be reckless for me to engage students in research efforts if the possibility exists that they could get charged under this law,” Green said. Attorneys working with the Electronic Frontier Foundation have shared thoughts on how to improve the CFAA by adding clearer definitions to key terms. Green believes these thoughts could also be used to improve SB 315.
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Cameron Loi | Staff Writer On Jan. 27, KSU hosted local children for a first-hand look at what being an archeologist is like. The student anthropology club hosted an event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, in the Social Sciences building for thirdgrade through eighth-grade students. The event, titled “Adventures in Archaeology,” featured excavation sites and a reconstruction of a Neolithic household. The event was hosted with the help of Dr. Teresa Raczek, a professor of anthropology at KSU. At the event, there were multiple miniature archaeological sites by the gazebo outside of the Social Sciences building. The students attending the event did some of their own excavating while looking for replicas of artifacts that have been found in Jarma, a Neolithic site in Iraq. The kids were provided with an accurate replica map of the area that they were excavating, as well as real model surveys that they could fill out.
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The excavation sites were containers of glass marbles with “artifacts” such as coins, wooden beads and seashells. The children were left to make their own assumptions of how the artifacts ended up in their locations.
“...I think it’s important that we share our knowledge and resources with the local community.” For example, the seashells were away from the rivers, so the kids assumed they were in a different location because of trading between the different tribes. Raczek and her crew taught the children how humans once lived and about their daily lives. Other
activities included identifying animal bones from areas in and around Iraq, examining stone tools and pottery and even making their own arrowheads out of soap using traditional flintknapping techniques. The SAC has done other work with the community in the past, such as hosting events at museums and farmers markets. At the beginning of the month, the SAC did an event at a local elementary school for the first time, and they are hoping to do more work with local children. “The SAC really enjoys it, and I think it’s important that we share our knowledge and resources with the local community,” Raczek said. According to the ASPRO chronology, a nine-period dating system used for archaeologist sites in the ancient Near East, the Neolithic era began around 10,200 B.C. and ended around 4500-2000 B.C. Most of the artifacts recovered are more than 9,000 years old.
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OUTSIDE THE NEST President Trump to give first State of the Union Cory Hancock | Editor-in-Chief
What Will Happen? President Donald Trump will be giving his first State of the Union address on Tuesday, Jan. 30. The president gave a speech to a joint session
of Congress on Feb. 28, 2017, but it was not an official State of the Union address. The hourlong speech will begin at 9 p.m.
The Latest The president’s speech is expected to have the theme: “Building a safe, strong and proud America,” according to Reuters. The speech will also focus on five primary areas for the administration this year: jobs, infrastructure, immigration, trade and national security.
According to USA Today, the president is expected to speak about the nation’s economic success accompanying his first year in office. Trump is also expected to make remarks about his continued pursuit of the border wall and a new infrastructure proposal.
What’s Next? Lawmakers and political pundits will be keeping their eyes on whether Trump will stay on script or make more off-the-cuff remarks. Over the first year of his presidency, President Trump has made on-script, unifying speeches
such as last February’s address to Congress, but he has also made statements that have sparked controversy such as a reference to “shithole” countries during a meeting with lawmakers on immigration earlier this month.
year in office. The speech is also eight days before another possible government shutdown on Feb. 8 should Congress not be able to pass another spending bill.
Then President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump wave to the crowd at a celebration event in front of the Lincoln Memorial on Jan. 19, 2017.
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In Context The speech comes after a three-day government shutdown, allegations that he considered firing Russia probe special counsel Robert Muller last June and a tumultuous first
Board of regents chairman Kessel Stelling Jr. grips his face during a meeting prior to appointing Sam Olens as president of KSU on Oct. 12, 2016.
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The Sentinel has been in contact with KSU officials and the Board of Regents, but they have not yet offered an update regarding the search for KSU’s president. The University System of Georgia announced in a press release that they would immediately start a national search for the new president. This press release came out when President Sam Olens first announced his resignation on Dec. 14 – 46 days ago Monday.
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OPINION Abbie Bythewoood | Engagment Director
Verbal abuse in the workplace has become an epidemic, and victims deserve to have their voices heard. An article from Prevention.com discerns from the stereotype that verbal abuse only occurs when someone yells at another person. Abuse is not only found in yelling but can occur through “name-calling, threats of harm to you or someone you care about or gaslighting — where a victim is manipulated into doubting his or her memory or sanity.” Additionally, “someone doesn’t have to consistently behave aggressively for it to constitute abuse.” Verbal abuse is an issue that is incredibly overlooked because it is not always visibly seen. According to an article by Christine Comaford in Forbes Magazine, nearly 75 percent of employees have encountered workplace harassment. As someone who has been on the receiving end
VERBAL ABUSE VICTIMS DESERVE A VOICE of such maltreatment in a previous workplace, you do not always recognize when you have become a victim of beratement. Usually, victims of verbal abuse deny their own feelings of anxiety or apprehension because they are consistently told otherwise by their abuser or are afraid of what an abuser could say or do next. I previously worked a part-time job for an independently-owned small business in Kennesaw. What was originally introduced to me as a laid-back, casual food and customer service position quickly became a setting for increasing feelings of discomfort and fear the more hours I contributed. The verbal criticism originated from the business owner himself, and I was only employed with the company for seven weeks. The abuse grew from shift-to-shift. What began as the employer cracking a small, derogative joke on occasion quickly heightened into raised voices and insults when I did not perform in the way that was anticipated. What was once a two-way communication model transitioned toward a one-way communication method where the employer’s conversations with me only encompassed extreme verbal criticism, outlined through the use of expletives. During a handful of verbal critiques, it
was not uncommon that the employer was under the influence of a drug. What I did not realize from being on the constant receiving end of such negative reprimands was the way it was beginning to mold me as a person. According to an article by Kellie Holly on HealthyPlace.com, some of the long-term effects of verbal abuse include, but are not limited to, “fear and anxiety, depression, stress and PTSD, intrusive memories, memory gap disorders, sleep or eating problems, hyper-vigilance and exaggerated startle responses.” These can be obscured effects of verbal abuse communications in relationships, classrooms or in a workplace. There is no justification for chastising another human being, especially an employee in a workplace. We may not always wear the effects of verbal abuse on our sleeves, but the emotional impacts can be detrimental. We are not invisible, and we will be heard. If you find yourself in a relationship or workplace that includes such behavior, allow yourself the help of exiting the situation immediately. Recognize your value as a person in your ideas and your feelings, and do not let another human being ever challenge your worth.
"Recognize your value as a person in your ideas and your feelings, and do not let another human being ever challenge your worth."
KSU police should shift focus from non-violent crimes Luke Gardner | Staff Writer KSU students are being arrested for non-violent drug crimes at an unacceptably high rate by the very officers sworn to protect them, forming a problematic relationship between students and officers. According to the 2017 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report released by the KSU police department, KSU police arrested 172 students for drug violations in 2016. Of those arrests, 139 occurred on the Kennesaw campus and 33 on the Marietta campus. KSU police also arrested 26 students for liquor law violations in 2016, with 25 of them on the Kennesaw campus. The report does not yet contain data from 2017. Officers should shift their focus away from drug and alcohol arrests. Students are inevitably going to consume drugs, some illicit and some not. In either case, arresting these individuals does nothing to help them but instead punishes them for a personal choice. Perhaps the most troubling detail is that these arrests were made under the guise of campus safety when the biggest safety threat to many students arrested on drug and alcohol charges was the officers who arrested them. Most of what officers deal with on a daily basis is non-violent in nature. According to the Daily Crime Log, one of the most common crimes that KSU police face on the Kennesaw campus has been damage to property. The log contains four reports of liquor law violations, 25 reports of searches and seizures, 24 reports of possession of dangerous drugs and two reports of suspicious odor from August 2017 to January 2018.
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Still, the Daily Crime Log offers very little information, only the location, date and time of the incident, the type of incident and if the case is open or closed are disclosed. Arresting students on drug and alcohol charges is not a daily part of the job for officers, but KSU police still expends resources provided by students to arrest those very students for non-violent crimes, a dynamic that is inherently oppressive. Students who are arrested run the risk of being expelled from the university, evicted from university housing — if they live on campus, — paying legal fees, spending time in jail — which in no way makes said student safer — and having a flag on their permanent records that can prevent them from finding employment. It is imperative for students to remember that while KSU police might serve to protect the campus from threats of terrorism, gun violence, damage to property and robbery, they also target non-violent students who commit crimes that are not dangerous. This is why it is important for everyone on campus to know their rights in regards to interacting with police. Students who live on campus should take the time to thoroughly read their leasing agreement to find out if they sign away their right to a warrant upon entering their lease. While it is true that by arresting students for drug and alcohol crimes officers are doing their jobs, but the consequences of those arrests would ruin the lives of many students and must not go unnoticed.
Introducing politics with purpose in the classroom Jonathan Phelps | Staff Writer With politics being such a touchy subject in this day and age, discussing them in class may be a sore experience for students, but with preparation and mediation, discussions can flow smoothly. The relevance of politics and current events, however, means that a confrontation is all but inevitable in the classroom. Pursuing a college education requires a willingness to confront and discuss difficult questions in and out of the classroom, including how what we are learning relates to the culture and events around us. That means confronting the social environments we are steeped in and discussing politics with structure, guidance and respect in the classroom. Discussing politics in the classroom is an uncomfortable experience when students are not prepared. Forcing students to discuss politics without a framework for discussion gets messy quickly as ideology and convictions can turn a cordial conversation into a heated disagreement all too easily, dividing a classroom and seeding resentment in the learning environment. According to a Chicago Tribune article by Stephen Carter many students wish to avoid debating politics for fear of conflicts with
their peers or belittlement from professors. This stifles academic discussion before it even begins and leaves the loudest voices in the room arguing with each other. Megan Humphreys, a junior history education major, recalls a scenario playing out in her sophomore year during a run of the mill sociology class. A student chose to pursue a political point during the lecture and derailed the class. “There was a student who got incredibly heated about certain government programs and the purpose of welfare and things like that,” Humphreys said. “He was really fighting with her, but my professor was just trying to teach from the textbook.” Despite attempts by the teacher to move on, it took a lot of class time to stop the discussion and continue the lecture. Humphreys noted that the experience was “very uncomfortable” for her fellow students and detracted from precious lecture time. According to a survey by Hayley Glatter in The Atlantic, experiences like this tend to plague freshman and sophomore level courses where students are likely to strongly disagree with each other, incentivizing students and teachers to avoid politics in the future. However, as a university, ignoring politics
altogether is just as unhealthy for the student body as is yelling at peers. In order to avoid moments like this, professors must be very deliberate in preparing students for difficult dialogues in the classroom by establishing codes of conduct and a careful, methodical approach to potential controversy. Professors need to slowly introduce and guide students while maintaining tight control over the discussion to keep it from evolving into a shouting match. An important element in preparing students to engage in politics is trust. According to a study conducted by the Institute for Democracy and Higher Education, talking politics is easier when students and professors have had time to build relationships with one another and are familiar with each other’s presence. This means that valuable discussion begins at the sophomore and junior level after students have settled into their studies and established respect with their peers and teachers. “We should be able to discuss politics and things that may be touchy in a safe environment. That’s what the classroom should be,” Humphreys said.
Civil conversations also require an agreement between students and professors to respect each other in specific roles. Students must see each other as peers, not opponents, and professors ought to be treated as mediators facilitating a dialogue instead of dictating it. Whenever students are asked to broach the topic, the figure of authority must be ready to guide students toward respectful and rational manners of discussion. Without a framework to talk about such things, and without an environment tailored to facilitate these conversations, the student body suffers. Ideologies cement rather than evolve, and rhetorical skills are lost in favor of volume. It is crucial that we learn here, in the academic environment, how to talk to each other about divisive and complex concepts without resorting to anger so that we may be effective communicators with nuanced, matured ideas upon leaving the university.
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MINI PRODUCER Manuel lightheartedly noted that her powerchair goes a maximum of 6 mph, an answer to a question that she says people frequently ask. Manuel also took the opportunity to
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“The coolest thing is that I’ve been able to connect with others who have the same disorder I do and have gotten to listen to their stories,” clear up some other misconceptions about her disorder. “Even though I break easily, you don’t have to be afraid to touch me. I’m not like that guy on Spongebob where my bones are made of glass,” she says. “Another thing is — don’t feel sorry for me. A lot of times I get people that feel bad for me being in the situation I’m in. I’m a generally a happy person, and there’s nothing to feel bad about.” When asked about how she wants to be portrayed in media, she humorously added that she wanted to be a positive image and not be “just a person in a wheelchair going 6 mph that hits everyone in sight.” “Honestly, I’m just living out what I feel is my purpose, as cliche as that may sound,” Manuel says. “I just want to make a positive impact on the world, people in my daily life and anyone I encounter.”
The bust of Martin Luther King Jr. was created by Kennesaw State University art student Linda Voogt−Wood and unveiled in 2003. The bust has been a permanent monument on campus ever since.
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(top) Cedric Moultrie (left) and Lowell Lucky won 1st place in the Iron Chef Bowl on Jan. 26. (bottom) Lucy Stone (left) and John Thornton prepare food for the competition.
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The “Visions” exhibition will run until Feb. 22, and the gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
With Black History Month around the corner, KSU prepares to launch a series of events commemorating the legacy of the minds that started a revolution in civil rights and culture in America. Carter G. Woodson, a journalist and historian, started “Negro History Week” in February 1926 after earning a doctorate degree from Yale University. In doing so, he shined a light on the lack of representation of, and information on, black history and culture available in academia and the general public. “Negro History Week” then became Black History Month in 1976 after drawing the support of thousands, including U.S. President Gerald Ford, according to History.com. With what started as a quest for the knowledge of his own history, Woodson unknowingly began a movement that would continue to unify black people in America and across the world, ultimately leading to one of the most iconic civil rights movements. Dae Rogers, a junior professional sales major, serves on the Black History Month planning committee at KSU. “Members are in charge of planning events, a very involved
process involving many different departments at KSU,” Rogers said. “Black History Month planning committee members are tasked with coming up with creative concepts for events, reaching out to members of related departments and gaining access to needed services.” Rogers also spoke about the importance of Black History Month, noting the importance of educating people about black culture, movements and history. In the spirit of learning, Rogers pointed out the need for a Black History Month that “digs deeper,” rather than rehashing the same information many people were taught already. Most Americans know the stories of Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman but may not know the stories of thousands of other important black leaders and communities. “I am in no way saying that this information is irrelevant, but we need to expand on what we teach,” Rogers said. Black History Month at KSU begins with the Black History Month kickoff program on the Kennesaw campus in the student center atrium on Feb. 1 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Other events include a viewing of
a documentary about the Haitian revolution called “1804,” a screening of the classic African American romance film “Brown Sugar,” a concert featuring song, dance, spoken word and step talents, a Caribbean-themed carnival and two community discussions about important black historical figures and black culture around the world.
“In the spirit of learning, Rogers pointed out the need for a Black History Month that “digs deeper,” rather than rehashing the same information many people were taught already.” Students interested in learning more about Black History Month or in joining the planning committee can visit the Cultural Awareness Research Center in the student center on the Kennesaw campus.
Club of the Week: Young Americans For Freedom
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‘Visions’ exhibition opens the artistic eye Zach Elledge | Staff Writer KSU’s School of Art and Design’s “Visions” program is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. The program was founded in 1983 by Roberta Griffin and Patrick Taylor, both retired art faculty members, to stimulate awareness in the visual arts among KSU students and faculty. Last week kicked off the annual student art exhibition. Located in the fine arts gallery in the Wilson building, the collection featured over 40 works of art by 30 KSU student artists. The works on display range from oil paintings to bronze sculptures and are of a quality and caliber that may surprise and delight anyone who sees them. Each year, the “Visions” staff, currently led by president Hayley Leavitt and vice president Sarah McClymond, reach out to an independent juror or jurors to select the art for the exhibition from the submitted work. This year, that juror was April Borchelt, an artist in
the video game industry and KSU alumna. Borchelt said she was honored to be invited to select this year’s pieces of work. “There was a ton of great work, so it was really hard to narrow it down,” she said. “I was mainly looking at figure work, and, if it was an abstract piece, did they convey the emotion they were trying to get across?” The Reception and Awards Announcement Ceremony took place from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. During the ceremony, some of the finalists weighed in on their selection for the exhibition. Jamie D’Orazio, a photography major, felt “really good” about being selected. “I’m kind of honored to be able to compete next to people who make such good art because I can’t paint like that. I feel special my name is on the window too,” D’Orazio said.
For Agata Magelis, a painting and drawing major, it was a “dream come true.” “This is the second year I’m participating and the second year I’ve been chosen, and I’m really flattered and honored to be here,” Magelis said. Chase LaVigne, an animation student, expressed a similar sentiment. “It’s actually a huge honor. I’ve done art exhibitions with local groups in Atlanta and in high school, but this is actually really big,” LaVigne said. “I’ve never done something this huge, and it’s really amazing because there’s a lot of variety and a lot of breadth in the room.” The “Visions” exhibition will run until Feb. 22, and the gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Members of the Young Americans for Freedom club attend the Walk for Freedom in Washington, D.C. in 2017.
Photo courtesy of Jaime Hahn
Brittany Taylor-Reynolds | Contributor The Young Americans for Freedom’s purpose is to promote free speech on college campuses as a non-partisan, non-profit organization. The organization is a product of the Young America’s Foundation that has chapters throughout the United States. As stated on its website, the Young America’s Foundation was developed in a commitment to increasing the number of young Americans that “are inspired by the ideas of individual freedom, strong national defense, free enterprise and traditional values.” While William F. Buckley Jr. first established this organization in 1960, the Kennesaw State chapter was established during 2012-13. Last semester, the chapter was
re-established and Jaime Hahn has been its chairperson since. “The goal is to promote free speech on college campuses and help bring speakers to schools in an effort to offset the liberal bias dictating higher education right now,” Hahn said. Hahn said liberal bias is not as great of an issue at KSU as it is nationwide. YAF’s goal is to see a more neutral classroom, rather than one swung to either the left or the right. In her experience, those with a more conservative viewpoint are often shut down by both peers and professors. The organization encourages those that feel a similar way to join. Like most organizations, membership requests are done through Owl Life.
No experience is required to join. “It doesn’t take much more than a willingness to show up at meetings and events and maybe help man a table at one point or another,” Hahn said. Katie Pavlich, an author and Fox News contributor, will be joining YAF to share her insights on today’s media being used to feed the “liberal bias” at its first major event on March 7 at 5 p.m. The event is open to everyone, regardless of viewpoints or beliefs. YAF can be followed on Twitter @yafksu and Instagram @yaf_ksu for more details about both the organization and details for future meetings and events.
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Tim Miller performs his one-man show on Jan. 26.
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Miller’s ‘Roots’ bring beauty, tragedy to KSU Zach Elledge | Staff Writer Dr. Charles Parrott and the department of Theatre and Performance Studies hosted acclaimed performance artist Tim Miller and his one-man show, “Rooted,” on Jan. 25 and 26 at the Stillwell Theater. Dr. Charles Parrott and the department of Theatre and Performance Studies hosted acclaimed performance artist Tim Miller and his one-man show, “Rooted,” on Jan. 25 and 26 at the Stillwell Theater. “Rooted” is a sexually and politically-fueled performance featuring comedy, deep tragedy and the life experience of a man who’s spent the better part of 40 years “fighting the power.” The performance and the stories highlighted were focused on Miller’s personal life, stories of hope and devastation that he experienced as a gay man in the 20th and 21st centuries. From a hilarious anecdote about one of his first romantic
misadventures with a best friend at the age of nine to marrying his partner of more than 20 years when the Supreme Court overturned the Defense of Marriage Act, it was a performance about empathy and seeing what life’s like from another pair of shoes. A large portion of the show was devoted to politics, so when asked about the Trump presidency during a discussion after Thursday night’s show, he replied, “It’s the worst I’ve ever seen in my life, and I was alive for Vietnam and saw that president impeached.” His performance included many stories in which he battled the U.S. government, including his role in the NEA 4, a group of artists in the 1980s who had their grants from the National Endowment of the Arts removed due to their controversial lifestyles. It was a fight that went all the way to the Supreme Court — a fight that Miller and the rest of the NEA 4 won, if only temporarily. “If you happened to have been
sexually assaulted, as a ridiculously high percentage of young women in college and universities campuses have been, or if you’re a student of color, or wherever you come on this — to me it comes back to that there’s no alternative to speaking up, by telling our stories, by representing, by being visible,” Miller said. “Telling the story—your black lives matter story or your story from the women’s march a year ago or last weekend, every time those stories are told, it begins to embolden us and embolden other people,” he continued. Miller’s story and his performance brought a reality to the political and social resistance-type movements that are so prevalent today. In the discussion after the show, he was asked about performance, expression and what’s so special about the medium. “When we see someone perform, it makes us all braver,” he said.
ACROSS 1. Nerds 6. *Dad’s Valentine 9. *Seal with a kiss and do this 13. Marconi’s wireless telegraphy 14. Nightcap rocks 15. Relish tastebuds’ sensation 16. Fervor 17. “Le ____ des cygnes” 18. Togetherness 19. *Botanical Valentine’s Day gift, pl. 21. *Romantic taper 23. *Princess Jasmine’s love interest 24. Per person 25. Rub-a-dub-____ 28. Distressed cry 30. Asphalt alternative 35. Native-American storytelling tradition 37. Sound of impact 39. Royal headgear 40. Morally reprehensible 41. Type of rug 43. Tennis serving whiz 44. Painter’s support 46. Dust allergy trigger 47. It “was made for you and me” 48. *He played Lara Antipova’s lover, 1965 50. Swerve 52. Is, no longer 53. Fireplace part 55. Corn unit 57. *St. Valentine, e.g. 60. *Author of earliest Valentine’s Day reference 64. Chinese silk plant 65. Fluffy accessory 67. Window treatment 68. Change the Constitution 69. Annoying pop-ups 70. Implant 71. It can turn pumpkin into carriage 72. Fishing mesh 73. Relieves DOWN 1. Steffi of tennis 2. “Me and ____ and the Dying Girl” 3. Cocoyam 4. Native of American Great Plains 5. Very much 6. 0.001 inches, pl. 7. Mozart’s “L’____ del Cairo” 8. Hajj destination 9. Head-hiding place 10. Bad to the bone 11. Post-it slip 12. Like some martinis 15. Broad-brimmed beachwear 20. Watts events, 1965 22. Make a scene 24. Hard to pin down 25. *Avian symbol of love, pl. 26. “Umble” Heep 27. Crafter’s wood 29. Impulse 31. Iranian coin 32. Cockatoo’s cousin 33. Rome’s Colosseum 34. *Paper greetings 36. Suggestive look 38. *Valentine’s Day Get-together 42. Medicinal worm 45. Up in the air 49. Tsetse, e.g. 51. Traveling entertainer’s helper 54. Opposite of rural 56. Aung San Suu Kyi’s home 57. Vicki Lawrence’s Thelma Harper 58. Echoed by the flock 59. Source of zest 60. Those in a play 61. Uber competitors 62. “The Three Musketeers” dueling sword 63. Bolsheviks 64. Like sashimi 66. Schiller’s “____ to Joy”
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Golf ready to tee off
Wilson leads Owls win over USC Upstate after loss to NJIT Vincent Coakley and Gilbert Richardson | Staff Writers
The men’s season begins Feb. 12, and the women’s season starts Feb. 19.
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Rio White | Sports Editor The men’s and women’s golf teams are preparing for their spring seasons to start Feb. 12 and Feb. 19 respectively, and players have been improving their skills over the winter break. Jake Fendt tied for third in last week’s Jones Cup Invitational at Sea Island, Georgia, coming up just one stroke short of two players who tied and later faced off in a playoff. Leading the tournament after the first two rounds, Fendt remained solid in the final round on Sunday but was ultimately beat out by LSU’s Grant Barber and Vanderbilt’s Theo Humphrey. The junior from Suwanee finished with a final card of 70-73-70 for a 3-under total of 213, and he looks to continue this form as the Owls start their season in Mobile, Alabama, on Feb. 12. “Overall, this week was very positive, I struck the ball and read the greens extremely well,” Fendt said. “Even though I did not win, and I really wanted to, I have a lot to take away from this tournament in terms of self-belief and momentum going into the spring.” Momentum from a strong fall season for the men will hopefully translate to the spring as the Owls have achieved a ranking of 46th among college teams out of a field of nearly 300 schools. The 2016-17 season saw the Owls have two
OVERTON Just as Williams oversaw an era of unprecedented expansion and success for Owl athletics, Overton will be tasked to deal with the continued growth and publicity surrounding the Owls. Being actively involved with student-athletes and setting a positive example from his position are aspects of his character that drive his motivations. At FAMU, he created a philanthropic endeavor titled “Investing in Champions,” which aimed at helping fund athletics programs through giving and incentivized fans by offering event and parking tickets in exchange. “I’m the kind of person who understands that I’m here to serve our student-athletes first, serve our coaches, but also serve our institution,” Overton said. “I realize that athletics lines up with the institution, and we’re a partner.” Another important element of Overton’s approach is his emphasis on education for student-athletes. With his focus on compliance and creating opportunities, FAMU was able to increase grade point averages in every sport, and each team was
regular-season victories and qualify for the NCAA after placing second in the regional tournament. They will also be seeking to defend their Atlantic Sun Conference title. For the women’s side, Roanne Tomlinson finished second at the Orlando International Amateur Golf Championship on Dec. 30, finishing with an even-par total of 216. She began the tournament with a first round of 4-under at 68, including six birdies. With the second-best scoring average on the team during the fall season, Tomlinson will be an important factor for a rising women’s side that will begin its season in Melbourne, Florida, on Feb. 19. “This is another great result for Roanne,” head coach Rhyll Brinsmead said. “The Orlando International Amateur Golf Championship is a prestigious event, and for her to take runner-up over a l oaded field is a testament to her hard work this offseason.” Improvements from last year were on full display in the fall season as the Owls finished in the top four in all four tournaments, including one tie for first. Along with Tomlinson, two players that will facilitate spring success will be Madison Caldwell and Henriette Nielsen, both of whom won ASUN Women’s Golfer of the Week in the fall.
academically eligible for postseason play for the first time in several years. “I want to do, frankly, my best… with doing well in the business end of sports but also always doing well academically,” Overton said. “My theme even before I came here was building champions in the classroom, on the field and life through academic integrity and excellence.” Despite the incredible amount of financial responsibility that Overton will face in his time here, his history of fiscal intelligence and strength in his values are elements that reflect his calm, steady approach to budgeting. This approach has been formed through years of both personal and professional experience. The athletics department at FAMU presented its first balanced budget in more than a decade under Overton for the 2016-17 season. “The long-term vision really has to be natural. We’re going to grow at the pace that is comfortable and the pace that is smart,” Overton said. “Through faith and through hard work…I have an opportunity to serve one of the greatest institutions in America.”
The men’s basketball team beat the University of South Carolina Upstate 81-80 on Saturday, Jan. 27, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, after falling 66-60 at home to the New Jersey Institute of Technology on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Nick Masterson and James Scott led the way with 21 and 15 points respectively in the weekday loss to the Highlanders. A slow start for the Owls in the first half was followed by a much better patch as they trailed by just three points at the half. Another lethargic start in the second half saw the Owls go down by 15, and their exciting comeback effort was proven to be too late.
Sophomore Forward Anthony Wilson
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A 16-8 deficit for the Owls eight minutes into the first half saw a stretch that had all but one starter for the Highlanders get on to the board. Five early turnovers from the Owls contributed to this early deficit, but they quickly regained focus. The Owls were quick to tighten the reins on their ball-handling, and the next eight minutes were dominated by the home team. While limiting themselves to just one turnover, Scott and Tyler Hooker led the team on a run in which NJIT was outscored by five points. The pair was responsible for scoring and assisting on 13 of 17 points scored, bringing the team to within three points going into halftime. The beginning of the second half saw a repetition of the issues seen at the beginning of the game. Within the first five minutes, the Highlanders had forced six turnovers from which they scored all 11 of their opening points of the half en route to a commanding 43-33 lead. Leading scorer Anthony Tarke scored nine of the Highlanders’ first 11 points in the second, helping extend the lead to 15 points. The Owls refused to be brushed off so easily and bunkered down for what would be a hotly contested final 10 minutes. Taking full advantage of missed free throws from the Highlander side, as well as a more disciplined offensive approach, the Owls went on a 14-7 run that brought the score to 57-49. Despite cutting the lead to four in the final minute of the game, the Owls could not claw all the way back from their deficit. Sophomore Anthony Wilson led the way for the Owls against the Spartans in Saturday’s matchup, scoring a career-high 22
points off the bench and hitting the gamewinning shot. Wilson was nearly unstoppable, shooting 7-8 from the field and 8-9 from the free throw line. In a game where the Owls trailed for long stretches, Wilson’s consistency guided them to victory. Two other key players in this game were guards Nick Masterson and Tyler Hooker. Masterson was a marksman from deep, tallying 16 points, while Hooker added 11 points off the bench. The Owls managed to come back from a 13-point deficit with 13 minutes remaining in the second half. They were trailing 65-52, but then made a remarkable rally, going on a 29-15 run to end the game. The perseverant effort marked the largest comeback of the season for the Owls. As a team, the Owls had sufficient numbers, emphasizing their aggressiveness and hustle throughout the ballgame. With a field goal percentage of 45 percent, the team was taking high-quality shots inside the 3-point line. However, the Owls need to move the ball around and look for the best shot as opposed to firing away from three so often. The team finished with a 28.6 percent threepoint field-goal percentage. The Owls have another matchup coming on Saturday, Feb. 3, against USC Upstate at 4:30 p.m. in the Convocation Center and will be available to watch on ESPN 3.
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KAMIYAH STREET:
Paving the way
Kamiyah Street is currently fourth in points scored per game in the ASUN Conference.
In an era of freshman stars in the world of college basketball, it is sometimes hard to differentiate a flash in the pan with an individual who is made to last. The women’s basketball team, no matter what the results are in the current moment, have a bright light for the future at the shooting guard position. Through her efforts as a player, teammate and leader, Kamiyah Street has certainly made her mark on the team around her as well as opposing teams who must face her. As important as Street’s scoring is to the success of the team, her ability to facilitate scoring from others as well as transition the game from defense to offense has made her one of the most well-rounded players in the Atlantic Sun Conference. On Tuesday, Jan. 23, Street won her third consecutive ASUN Conference Freshman of the Week honor and her fifth overall for the season. She has so far averaged 16.5 points per game, leading her team in the category, as well as leading the ASUN Conference in steals with 46. The steals signify her desire to gain possession for the team, but it also allows her to spread the ball, as she is second on her team with 49 assists. As a freshman, Street has shown both a fearlessness in assuming a leadership role while also maintaining an open mind for advice from elders in the team. Part of her versatility comes from her experiences with teammates in different positions and levels of experience. “I try to get them to follow my play or put bugs in their ear here and there,” Street said. “But I also listen because the point guard is a senior and she knows a
lot, and that’s where I want to go.” Assistant coach Sherill Baker has watched Street’s progress this season and is impressed with her work ethic and desire. The goal-oriented mindset that is put forth by the team’s coaching staff blends well with Street’s own beliefs. “One thing our coaching staff would like to do with Kamiyah, as well as our other players, is set a goal for practices and for games,” Baker said. “her future is so bright, and if she continues to work on both ends of the court, the accolades...go a long, long way. “ From a positional standpoint, Street plays a number of roles despite being the clear scoring leader. Aside from scoring over twenty points in multiple games this season, she has more recently been increasing her assist rate. By doing this, she allows the team as a whole to have multiple scoring looks. She also is a steal specialist and a sneaky defender which, though unconventional for her position, is a unique aspect of her game. “Although my role is to score, I still have to come up with rebounds as a guard, steals and get other people involved in the game,” Street said. “I play my role but I know there’s more that the team needs from me. “ As for goals, Street has some high hopes in mind. Along with wanting to be ASUN Conference Freshman of the Year, she seeks to be first team allFreshman in the conference. Eventually, she wants the team to win the ASUN Conference Championship, and with her leadership, anything can happen for KSU women’s basketball.
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