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GUNS ALLOWED ON CAMPUS WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CAMPUS CARRY
“It’s okay to an extent, but then again when you consider what’s been going on in other campuses in different states, it’s kind of a dangerous situation.”
RENA TAYLOR Sophomore Sports Management
Madeline McGee News Editor
SNEAK PEEK
The controversial new “campus carry” law, which took effect July 1, allows handgun owners to carry concealed weapons onto all University System of Georgia campuses, with some restrictions. At a packed information session on June 22, Chief Legal Affairs Officer Jeff Milsteen clarified that it will be the responsibility of the gun owner to be aware of all rules and restrictions of the law, including where guns are and are not allowed on campus. Board of Regents Chancellor Steve Wrigley has acknowledged the division surrounding the law but has called for respect and cooperation moving forward. “We all share the same goal of ensuring a safe campus environment,” Wrigley wrote in a memo. “We should work together to implement the law as written and thoughtfully address any complications that may arise.”
WHERE YOU CAN’T CARRY A GUN
· Buildings and properties used for athletic events · Student housing facilities · Faculty, staff and administrative offices · Any rooms used for displinary proceedings · Any classes attended by high school students · Childcare facilities
WHAT THE UNIVERSITY CAN’T DO “I feel like it invites guns onto campuses, in a way. It could solve a problem, but at the same time a little dispute could become so much bigger now.”
HAYDEN ADAMS Sophomore Economics DR. WILLIAM PRICE, PROFESSOR OF
“I don’t agree. I don’t feel like it’s necessary. Maybe a taser or a nonleathal. If I know or I see it, I’m going to be on edge.”
KHALIFANI GRIFFIN Senior Psychology
“I do not feel that we as college students we should be carrying firearms on campus. It just poses a threat to the student body as well as the faculty.”
RACHEL FREEMAN Senior History
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KSU SCANDALS CONTINUE Story Starts On Page 5
WHAT HANDGUN OWNERS CAN’T DO · Open carry: the weapon must be concealed, not shown or carried in a way to get the attention of others · Carry any firearm other than a handgun
REQUIREMENTS TO CARRY
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SENATOR FACES TOUGH CROWD
· Keep lists of students who make requests about high school students in their classes · Give out names of high school students · Add futher rules about guns on campus
DINE UNDER THE ECLIPSE Story Starts On Page 7
· Hold a valid weapons carry license · Know where weapons are prohibited on campus · Know whether or not high school students are attending any of their classes
BLACK & GOLD GOES CLEAR Story Starts On Page 13
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NEWS
INVESTIGATION REVEALS ABUSES BY RESIGNED POLICE CHIEF
Madeline McGee News Editor The Kennesaw State chief of police resigned Aug. 1 amid an internal investigation relating to his leadership abilities, university officials confirmed. Chief Roger Lee Stearns, who has served as police chief since 2014, did not cite a reason for his decision to step down, but alluded in his resignation letter to challenges related to his transition into leadership and the consolidation of KSU with Southern Polytechnic State University. “There were many challenges for this agency to accept tremendous change in the face of transitioning from decades-long leadership to a new direction and vision,” Stearns wrote in the letter. “This challenge increased when going through consolidation, followed by several leadership changes at the top of the institution.” However, an anonymous complaint sent to KSU President Sam Olens and University System of Georgia Police
Chief Bruce Holmes on June 1 prompted an investigation into Stearns’ management of the public safety department. The complaint described low employee morale within the department, as well as inappropriate behavior and a general lack of regard for the command staff on the part of Stearns. A report written by human resources officials who interviewed members of the command staff found a high turnover rate within the department, with at least 40 individuals resigning within the last three years. According to the report, many staff members attributed this loss of personnel to Stearns’ management style. “Many of the interviewees stated that the Chief does not seek or heed input from his command staff,” the report read. “Chief Stearns has made it clear that he is the sole decision maker and ‘doesn’t make mistakes.’” Additionally, the investigation uncovered reports of
constant upheaval within the department. Personnel told human resources officials their physical locations and assignments were changed frequently and often without notice. Several indicated they were only made aware of a change in job duties after receiving the chief’s periodic newsletter. “The sentiment was also expressed several times that the dust is never allowed to settle before another round of changes are implemented,” the report read. “Some feel that these changes in assignment and/or location are retaliatory in nature for disagreeing with Chief Stearns during staff meetings.” The report also cited allegations of discrimination in Stearns’ discipline practices. In particular, staff members were concerned with former KSU police officer Bernice Nelson, a female officer of color who received 600 hours of repeat Officer Field Training after refusing to arrest students who
stole a flag on the Marietta campus. The training program, as described in the original complaint letter, is designed for rookie officers just completing the law enforcement academy. Command staff expressed discontent that similar disciplinary action was not taken against officers who made what they saw as more severe violations, such as entering students’ residences without permission and arresting a subject outside of KSU’s jurisdiction. A separate Equal Employment Opportunity investigation is now being conducted in regard to the disciplinary action taken against Nelson. She did not respond to requests for comment. “Based on the interviews, there is a consensus that the command staff has little to no respect for Chief Stearns’ leadership abilities,” the report stated. “They expressed his inconsistent judgment, counterproductive leadership, lack of communication and mismanagement of resources
as being detrimental to the success of the department.” Stearns expressed to human resources officials, however, that he felt the problems within the department are more a result of uncooperative staff than his management style. “When interviewed, Chief Stearns indicated his frustration at the ‘complaint culture’ of the department, stating that it is the most stubborn department he’s ever worked with,” the report stated. “He stated that his leadership style was visionary, decisive and developing. He concedes that staffing levels are problematic, but finding quality candidates has been difficult.” Stearns did not respond to The Sentinel’s request for comment. Deputy Chief Edward Stephens is now serving as acting chief of police. A national search is being conducted for Stearns’ replacement, according to an email to faculty and staff by Jeff Milsteen, chief legal affairs officer.
A TIMELINE OF CHIEF STEARNS’ RESIGNATION Roger Lee Stearns assumes office as Chief of Police for Kennesaw State University.
An anonymous letter is sent to President Sam Olens and USG Police Chief Bruce Holmes detailing ethics concerns on Stearns’ part.
JUL 25, 2017
APR 4, 2014 JUN 1, 2017
FEB 1, 2014 The first recorded complaint of unfair practices within the public safety department is reported.
Stearns resigns.
JUL 31, 2017 KSU’s Dpeartment of Human Resources completes a report verifying many of the complaints against Stearns.
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EMERGENCY HOUSING HOMELESS STUDENTS OPENS ON MARIETTA CAMPUS Connor Zielke Staff Writer The Campus Awareness, Resource and Empowerment Center opened a new emergency housing option on Aug. 9 dedicated to students at risk of homelessness on the Marietta campus. The American Opportunity Foundation, a nonprofit that provides affordable housing to moderate and low-income individuals, donated $45,000 to fund two rooms in the Hornet Village residence suites. The AOP also provided two $3,000 scholarships for students in need. Students stay temporarily in two-week cycles while CARE helps them locate permanent housing. The opening comes one year after KSU’s first emergency housing option opened on the Kennesaw campus. The CARE Center is a university program that aids students who are at risk of becoming homeless, food insecure or part of the foster care system with the goal of achieving long-term solutions. Funded entirely through donations, CARE provides scholarships, food,
job opportunities, temporary housing and advising to nearly 300 KSU students each year. Both the Marietta campus and the Kennesaw campus now offer emergency housing options, but the new housing is only the start of a unified effort to fight homelessness, according to Marcy Stidum, director of the CARE Center. Moving forward, CARE will be looking to upgrade their food pantry into a store that students can choose items from. “Poverty takes away choice,” Stidum said. “I want to return that to our students.” Stidum said that CARE is also looking for a dedicated space in order to fight the “variety of needs that lead to homelessness.” KSU is the first university in the country to have on-campus apartments dedicated to housing homeless students. “We have innovative leaders willing to identify the problem and come up with a solution,” said Director of Development Colin Byrne. Former CARE client La’Ron Henry started at KSU in the fall 2016 semester and was sleeping
in his Jeep from Monday to Friday while attending class. In October, Henry got in touch with CARE services, and they helped him find housing. “The freshman dorms have a common area, but no fridge, no stove — CARE got me a mini fridge,” Henry said. “CARE has become one of my families.” CARE was founded in 2011 with the goal of helping students find long-term solutions to the problems associated with homelessness — not just temporary fixes. Since 2011, CARE has offered support to over 500 students, with 290 of those students helped in the past year alone. In the previous year, 25 homeless students lived on-campus in the Kennesaw apartment or in hotels paid by CARE until long-term housing could be found. Nearly 200 students obtained food from pantries on both campuses. CARE relies heavily on student involvement and volunteering in order to run pantries, set up events and aid students as best as possible. More information is available at care.kennesaw.edu.
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ISAKSON FACES ANGRY GEORGIANS IN FIRST TOWN HALL Sabrina Kerns Staff Writer Madeline McGee News Editor Sen. Johnny Isakson met with a largely unfriendly crowd on Aug. 14 in the first in-person town hall the Republican senator has held this year. Town hall meetings have dwindled to a rarity among Republican lawmakers, and Georgia constituents used the infrequent opportunity to voice their complaints against the Trump administration and the GOP’s legislative agenda. Both Georgia senators have been criticized for their apparent unwillingness to meet with constituents in person The dissent started before Isakson even took the stage. Audience members set the mood for the evening’s meeting by booing KSU President Sam Olens’ announcement that signs would not be permitted into the meeting, and many constituents in the audience also laughed at the mention of Isakson serving on the Senate
Ethics Committee. Isakson diffused tensions with his condemnation of the recent events in Charlottesville, Virginia. “There is no place for the Ku Klux Klan, white supremacists, racists,” Isakson said. “We may have differences over lots of things, but there’s never going to be a difference over human dignity, the right to life...” When asked about what he thought of Trump’s delayed response to Charlottesville, he refused to comment, saying he would not criticize any of his colleagues’ decisions. The hostility picked up again when Isakson attempted to explain his vote in favor of four separate bills that would have repealed and replaced the Affordable Care Act and cut Medicaid funding by over $700 billion. According to one constituent, these votes conflicted with a claim he made during a telephone town hall
in July, in which he professed a commitment to protecting disabled Georgians. “I live in fear over this, Senator Isakson,” the constituent said. “I’m losing sleep over it.” Isakson later told audience members that he understands their concerns because he himself is disabled, having recently had back surgery. When pressured by crowd members to say, “Black lives matter” in response to a question about police brutality, Isakson answered: “All lives matter,” drawing swift retribution from the crowd. Among the handful of KSU students present was Blake Howe, a sophomore Information Technology major who attended the town hall to ask Isakson whether he would support a comprehensive civil rights act to protect all minorities from discrimination. “There are no federal or state laws that prevent my boss from
firing me tomorrow for being gay,” Howe said. “I’ve had my fair share of discrimination throughout my entire life, and we need a comprehensive civil rights act.” Isakson’s answer to the question — that he believed in the equitable treatment of all Americans and that he would support any legislation that would apply equally to all citizens — did not entirely satisfy Howe. “I honestly still feel like I have
a lot of the same questions I had when I walked in,” Howe said. Justin Kelly, a junior political science major who questioned the senator about the federal budget, said he believes the hostility is not representative of Isakson’s level of support. Those who didn’t support the senator, though, made their voices heard, chanting, “Shame, shame, shame,” as Isakson left the stage.
Sen. Johnny Isakson responds to a question about ciimate change.
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OPINION
SEARCH FOR NEW POLICE CHIEF HIGHLIGHTS
DOUBLE STANDARDS
Nick O’Neill Contributor Scandal after scandal has rocked the university over the last 22 months. From the resignation of the director of culinary services, Gary Coltek, in October 2015, to the retirement of President Papp in June 2016, to the most recent — the resignation of KSU police chief, Roger Stearns. As the national search for a new KSU police chief continues, the stench of corruption continues to pour from the doors of Kennesaw Hall, casting a fog of double standards and back-door quid-pro-quos over our university. According to an internal
human resources memo uncovered by the AJC, the office of the president received an anonymous complaint from KSU’s Department of Public Safety. This complaint prompted an investigation by human resources, which revealed a slew of accusations of how the resigning police chief continually mismanaged wrongdoing by a number of his officers. So, yet again, another department of KSU was sent into a tailspin due to poor leadership at the top. In response, KSU launched a national search for a new police chief, which brings the process
taken in the appointment of KSU President Sam Olens into the limelight once again. No national search was performed for Olens, though a national search for a university president is common, like the one conducted for Valdosta University’s new president. Board of Regents Chancellor Hank Huckaby is on record saying that a nationwide search for a president could cost anywhere from $200,000 to $350,000 and that these searches do not always lead to a good candidate. If that is the case, then it begs the question of why KSU is choosing to
perform a national search for a new police chief when they did not do the same for Olens. Time and time again the university seems to get caught up in its own hypocrisy, unable to answer the simple question of why Sam Olens’ appointment was not a transparent and open process. The Sentinel contacted the office of human resources to inquire about the search for the new police chief and was immediately referred to a public relations representative who said they weren’t involved in the process. This suggests that, once again, the university is more interested in saving face
about this double standard than answering questions truthfully — thus the fog grows thicker. A simple solution for KSU to settle these matters would be to own up to its past mistakes. By setting a new standard of transparency, KSU could employ a reset on how the university is run going forward. This, combined with thoroughly vetting the people creating new policies at the top of the university, could lead to a better and more transparent university for all of us.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: NEWS NO ONE ELSE PROVIDES
Cory Hancock Editor-in-Chief I have seen The Sentinel change drastically during my two years on staff, and it seems that each new year brings with it a new focus for the newspaper to uphold and center on. This year, we are committed to providing coverage you can’t get anywhere else. I transferred to Kennesaw State in spring 2015 after spending my first college semester pursuing an engineering degree at Virginia Tech. After realizing that math and science were not for
me, I fell in love with chasing stories and documenting the university’s history as it unfolds. Since beginning my work for The Sentinel, I have never once looked back. I held the photo editing position at The Sentinel from spring 2016 through spring 2017 and cherished every moment I spent in that role. It was so fulfilling to see other photographers build their craft and fall in love with journalism the same way I had. Now, I begin a new role: Editorin-chief. As I’ve stepped into this new
role, I’ve been presented with a new set of challenges, tasks and goals. I’m moving from the content creation side of journalism into the managerial side, and I won’t lie — the transition has been tough. However, I could not be more excited to serve this newspaper and its community in this way.
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With that said, we welcome any form of critique, advice or help. We are students after all, and we will continue to learn and change as the school year progresses. I hope that you will encourage us and see that the content we provide is valuable and worthwhile. So, as the fall semester begins and a new staff at The Sentinel prepares the presses for this year, I hope that you will look to us for all things KSU. We will work hard to supply this community with the reporting it deserves and cannot get anywhere else.
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EXPOSES HIDDEN HATRED
Abbie Blythewood Engagement Director The wake of the conflict between protesters in Charlottesville, Virginia, over the weekend, left our nation torn. This led me to wonder how people at KSU would have reacted had it occurred here instead. A minor detail bypassed in the wake of this event, witnessed behind the screens of our smartphones and computers, was that this protest began with a march on the University of Virginia campus on the night of Aug. 11. Following the march on UVA, on Sat., Aug. 12, the protesters, a group of white supremacists, skinheads and others, gathered for a ‘Unite the Right’ march to protest the removal of the statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, in Emancipation Park — once known as Lee Park. The protest turned violent when
the group was met by counterprotesters. The worst of the violence occurred when white nationalist James Alex Fields deliberately plowed his vehicle into a group of counter-protesters, killing 32-yearold Heather Heyer and critically wounding many others. College students witnessed this hatred first-hand, and the unsettling fact here is that this isn’t the end of the violence. It is naïve to believe that racism does not exist in America today or that this issue does not apply to you. This divide is still present, and we as human beings have yet to analyze our own biases to search for a better way to unite together for our nation. Both students and faculty should care about what is taking place in this country we call our home and should want to do something about it. Not having an opinion on political
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issues is still taking a stance. Becoming a bystander of violent riots does not cease the spread of hate. Caring only about what happens in your own backyard, on your own campus, is counteractive to the idea of a united nation. Love cannot be silenced when hate is loud. Now is the time to address this issue, not only internally — for ourselves — but externally, for our community. The protesting group of white supremacists, skinheads, white nationalists and others were all gathered for varying reasons, but the root of these hateful prejudices centers around one topic that our society continues to easily ignore or dismiss daily: racism. Separation based on the color of one’s skin is not just a constituent of the Civil Rights Movement when it began in 1954, and it did not end
in 1968 when the movement was discontinued after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Whether it’s chosen to be acknowledged or not, our country is present in a world where a difference in skin tones defines superiority. These divides are not about who is right or is who is wrong. Instead of feelings of uncertainty, anguish, separation, or fear in the duration of these outbreaks, we need to recognize healing and forgiveness, and to focus on trust, unity and ultimately, love. Division begins when one wants to be heard and understood more than one wants to take the time to listen and understand another’s point of view. As Martin Luther King Jr. once said “Darkness cannot drive out darknessonly — light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate — only love can do that.”
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Taylor Smith Contributor College textbooks are packed with information, but do they hold their value past one semester? “Cost” is a word closely tied to college. Every step you take in college comes with a new price tag. Campus parking, meal plans and housing are just some of the basics, but one expense that you can’t get around is that of the textbook. According to College Board, the average cost of books and supplies for one year at a public university is $1,250. These days, many students cut the cost by renting their books or buying used books and selling them back to their local bookstore, but should they be? Many of
our textbooks were written by experts in their field of study and should hold their value past the five months of a class. Wouldn’t these books be constantly referenced during an undergraduate’s future career? “Not at all,” said Samantha Salva, a Kennesaw State graduate. “I should have sold them back a while ago. They are just collecting dust at this point.” Salva, who is currently a property manager with the Bell Woodstock apartment complex, claims to have never referenced her past textbooks for her profession. “The Internet is a powerful tool these days,” Salva said. “Anytime I come across
something that stumps me, I just go online. College budgets are tight, so I would definitely sell them back or give them to a friend to help them out.” Salva is not alone in her opinion of textbooks. “I took advantage of selling them for cash when I had the chance,” said Michael Schweinbeck, a KSU sports management graduate. “There were countless books that I bought and ended up never opening. After that first year, I started using Amazon rentals because they were so much cheaper.” Like old cell phones, college textbooks tend to turn into hundred-dollar paperweights.
Students rush in and out of the bookstore on the first day of the semester.
New editions are constantly being written, making previous editions obsolete. “The publishers constantly churn out new textbooks,” said Scott Greer, an assistant textbook manager at the KSU General Bookstore. “A few years ago, they certainly retained their value, but with education transitioning to online, they don’t have the same value.” Greer has worked in the textbook industry for 12 years and has become aware of some trends that textbook publishers use. “Because it’s a declining industry, they seem to make subtle changes and then add a necessary online bundle code,”
Greer said. “You can’t buy those used, so they pretty much dictate the market.” Greer highly recommends buying used when you can, but then selling back immediately after your final in the class. “The publishers actually determine the prices of used books. If they have a warehouse full of them, it’ll just drive down the cost. The price of some books may range from 50 cents to $200, but the longer you wait, the less value the books will have.” With the value of textbooks facing such a steep drop off after a semester, it may make the most sense to rent or sell back.
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GOODBYE GMAIL, HELLO KSUMAIL Connor Zielke Staff Writer The Office of the Chief Information Officer sent out the last email that will ever be received by student Gmail accounts on Aug. 4. The email informed students that KSU’s student Gmail accounts had become readonly. They have been replaced with new KSUmail accounts, which differ significantly from Google services. First, the actual email addresses have not been changed from their original format. Logging into the new KSUmail account, now located at ksumail.kennesaw.edu, requires students’ full NetID@ students.kennesaw.edu address and NetID password. Second, legacy Gmail accounts will not be deleted, meaning students can still access old emails as needed. Old emails will not be automatically moved to the new KSUmail account, but instructions on how to do so can be found at the KSU Technology Services website.
Third, instructions on how to view KSUmail accounts on a mobile device can also be found on the KSU Technology Services website. The instructions available cover both Android and iOS devices. Students have also been given access to Microsoft Office 365. Office 365 has up-to-date versions of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel that can be used in the same way as Google Docs, Slides and Sheets. Since KSUmail accounts are handled through Outlook, student accounts and email addresses are already integrated into Office 365. When sending emails or sharing files, students can use the name of the intended recipient rather than remembering their full email address. Faculty and staff have also been given KSUmail accounts, so the days of emailing professors through D2L are over. Outlook also has a calendar feature that makes setting up events with other students
streamlined — perfect for planning group study sessions before the big exam, hangouts with friends or remembering events on campus. OneDrive, a cloud-based file storage service, is also included in Office 365 and is perfect for storing and sharing files. Files uploaded to OneDrive or created in other Office 365 apps can be accessed from your account on any device. With 5 terabytes of available space, students can upload and create files without worry. OneNote is an Office 365 application specifically made for helping students take notes during class. It allows the use of tables, images, audio recordings and organization tools. Students can access their KSUmail account and Office 365 using any browser, but if they would rather work outside of an internet browser, all of the Office 365 apps are available for download on any device. The login information is identical to the KSUmail account.
In the transition from Gmail to KSUmail, students have
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STELLAR RESTAURANTS TO TRY DURING THE SOLAR ECLIPSE Kim Hunter Contributor The first totality eclipse since 1918 is set to cross over the US on Aug 21 from about 1:16 to 2:39 p.m. and the excitement over this observance has encouraged restaurants near campus to throw parties celebrating the event. Truck and Tap, located in downtown Woodstock, is throwing a viewing party from
12:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. This is the spot for those who enjoy street food and beer. Viewing glasses will available for purchase, as well as delicious food from the featured food trucks. The Tellus Museum is planning a viewing party in their observatory and on the lawn of the museum. From there, the eclipse will have 97%
totality. Admission is $11.95 with a student ID, and glasses can be purchased at the Tellus store. During or after viewing the solar eclipse, stop by nearby Coconuts Ice Cream for a sweet summer treat. For vegan and vegetarian students, Farm Burger Decatur, a burger restaurant that features food for vegetarians and meatlovers alike, will have 97%
totality of the eclipse. There is outdoor seating available for those who want the best possible view. Otherwise, there are plenty of windows so you can view the eclipse and enjoy the air conditioning. For students who are looking for a romantic solar eclipse viewing, Ipps Pastaria and Bar has plenty of outdoor seating with a romantic ambiance.
Complete darkness will last about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, but watching the darkness arise and then fade will be a wonderful date experience. The eclipse will be a marvel to see even if you don’t view it in these great locations. For those students who do have free time during the eclipse, don’t miss this once in a lifetime event!
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PUZZLES
CROSSWORD: BACK TO SCHOOL
1. Pink, as in steak 5. “Death ____ for Cutie” 8. Rum cake 12. Czech or Serb 13. “____ and hearty” 14. Equipped with feathers 15. Weather ____ 16. Seed covering 17. Desktop pictures 18. *The boss 20. 32-card game 21. Delhi dresses 22. How the weasel goes 23. Develop, as in story 26. Covered porch 30. Jersey call 31. *Storage
1. A requested response 2. Wing-shaped 3. Feminine of raja 4. Be that as it may 5. Plural of carpus 6. Batman to Bruce Wayne 7. *End of class notice 8. *Worn to school 9. Dwarf buffalo 10. Out of shape 11. *Found in the back of many yearbooks 13. Bob, e.g. 14. Golfer’s sun protection 19. “When a Stranger _____”
ACROSS
34. Garden ear 35. Wet nurses 37. Owned 38. Ohio metropolis 39. Ingrid Bergman to Isabella Rossellini 40. Saudi Arabia money, pl. 42. Masseuse’s office 43. Pastoral 45. Right to enter 47. Lincoln lumber 48. _____ New Guinea 50. *Paper mistake 52. *Learning space 56. South Pacific sailboats 57. Angler’s decoy 58. Arm bone
DOWN
22. p in mph 23. Savory taste 24. Wanderer 25. Like beer head 26. Sacred Hindu writings 27. Relating to Scandinavia 28. What ball does on New Year’s 29. Pavlova and Karenina 32. Swanky 33. Mary ____, businesswoman extraordinaire 36. *Special permission 38. Singular of asci 40. Equip with sails
SUDOKU
59. Black Beauty, e.g. 60. Singer Tori 61. Skirt opening 62. 15th of March 63. Who’s from Mars? 64. Hippocrates’ promise, e.g.
41. Memory failures 44. These lips sink ships 46. Enrico, of operatic fame 48. D’Artagnan’s hat decoration 49. Hammerin’ Hank 50. Trampled 51. Bygone era 52. Chowder protein 53. Paella pot 54. Dealing with a problem 55. *Calculating subject 56. *Between Sigma and Epsilon
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Clear bags can be purchased online, in the Kennesaw campus student center and at Fifth Third Bank Stadium.
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KSU IMPLEMENTS CLEAR BAG POLICY FOR 2017 FOOTBALL SEASON Lauren Leathers Staff Writer Beginning fall of 2017, KSU will implement a strict, clear bag policy upon entrance into the Fifth Third Bank Stadium. This new policy will limit the size and type of bags allowed into football games. “Safety and security are issues that must always remain a priority for our events,” said Assistant Athletics Director for Communications and Broadcasting Mike DeGeorge. “This policy is an important enhancement to the security measures and one that has already been adopted in the NFL, along with a number of colleges and conferences nationwide.” Bags that are allowed include: clear tote bags that do not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches, one-gallon plastic freezer bags and small handheld clutch purses that are no
larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Prohibited bags include: backpacks, binocular cases, briefcases, camera bags, drawstring bags, computer bags, coolers, diaper bags, fanny packs, luggage, purses larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches and seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments or covers. Some benefits of the new policy not only include a safer environment for everyone but will also expedite entry into the stadium. “The clear bag is easily searched and significantly reduces faulty bag searches,” DeGeorge said. The move to implement a new clear bag policy at Fifth Third Bank Stadium comes after organizations like the NFL and
SEC created similar security policies regulating the size and type of bags that may be carried into stadiums. Exceptions to the clear bag policy only apply to bags needed for medical reasons, media and credentialed staff. Fans that arrive with a prohibited bag can return to their car or put items into a stadiumprovided bag at the gate. Videos and further information about the new clear bag policy are available at the KSU Owls website. The athletics department will be sending approved clear bags to each of their season ticket holders. Official clear bags are available for purchase at the KSU Owls web store or at the stadium store located within the Fifth Third Bank Stadium.
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FOOTBALL TACKLES TRAINING CAMP
Rio White Staff Writer KSU Football is finally back. We’ve waited all year and the time is finally here as Coach Bohannon and the Owls finish up training camp in preparation for their Aug. 31 season opener at Samford University. With high expectations for the program, training camp is a perfect opportunity for the players to show coach Bohannon both their physical skills and winning attitudes to help take the team to new heights. The grueling two-week training camp began July 27, under hot and humid conditions that tested the will of veterans and new players alike. For everyone in the organization, the effort put into camp will set the tone for the rest of the season, and it is clear that the team is on
board with Bohannon’s vision. “It was a great feeling to get back on the field with my teammates today,” said junior linebacker Anthony Gore Jr. “We wanted to come prepared today and have a good mindset. The mentality is to be aggressive.” One of the most important concepts that Bohannon has emphasized over the course of training camp is consistency. During last season’s successful campaign, the offense was frequently brilliant but had the tendency to fall into slumps, going almost full quarters without a single first down. This year, Bohannon wants his team to have a complete performance every game, which can only happen if complete performances are put forth in practice.
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“Camp is setting in for the guys, but I’m starting to see us fight through it,” Bohannon said. “We’ve talked about being consistent on a certain level, and the days that you don’t feel
good are the days that you’re really going to gain on that.” There are a couple of star players looking to build on last season’s success that students should have on their watch list. On offense, quarterback Chandler Burks looks to lead the Owls with his elusiveness and cannon of an arm. Running back Darnell Holland looks to improve on his 400+ yard rushing season, and wide receiver Justin Sumpter, who had eight touchdown receptions last season, looks to dominate even more. Defensively, the three leading tacklers from last season — Gore Jr., Izzy Sam and Tonarius Portress — are all returning. The defense was crucial to last season’s success, holding teams
like Clark Atlanta University to zero points in last season’s 56-0 massacre. Perhaps the highest expectations for the upcoming season rest on Chandler Burk’s shoulder pads as he was named to the College Football Performance Award’s National Performer of the Year Trophy Watch List. This award is contended for by 42 different players in the FCS who played exceptionally well the previous season. Burks accounted for over 2,000 total yards last season, helping the Owls become one of the most potent offenses in the FCS. Having been the starting quarterback for most of last season, Burks now has the experience — and the talent — to lead the Owls on a successful 2017 campaign.
VOLLEYBALL SET TO SOAR INTO A NEW SEASON Darrin Hypsher Sports Editor
Volleyball head coach Keith Schunzel talks strategy with the team before the game against the University of Pittsburgh on Aug. 27, 2016.
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VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE
vs. TROY KSU Convocation Center vs. CLEMSON Clemson, SC vs. UC IRVINE St. Louis, MO
AUG. 27 (Sun)
2 P.M.
AUG. 29 (Tues) SEPT. 10 (Sun)
2 P.M. 3 P.M.
KSU volleyball got an early start to the 2017-18 season reporting to campus, moving into their dorms and beginning practice on Aug. 5. After losing a nail-biter to rival Florida Gulf Coast University in the ASUN Tournament Semifinals last year, the Owls have something to prove, and their schedule is proof of this. With scheduled non-conference competition like Clemson, Tennessee, Georgia and Louisville — and multiple conference games against FGCU and the defending ASUN champs, Lipscomb University — KSU is not shying away from the challenge. “The ASUN continues to be one of the most underrated volleyball conferences in the country,” said head coach Keith Schunzel. “The competition at the top of our league will be fierce and competitive, as always. The top four finishing teams in the league from 2016 all returned the vast majority of their lineups, and a couple of the bottom-half teams added some really nice players
and coaches.” Luckily, Schunzel has 12 returning letter winners and 11 upperclassmen, including ASUN Defensive Player of the Year Katarina Morton to battle the competition. This experienced squad will look to build on last season’s successful 18-11 record. In addition to the returning athletes, KSU recruited promising new talent in freshmen Lauren Chastang, Quin Sutphin and Karlee Groover. Chastang, a 5’11 outside hitter from Mobile, Alabama, is definitely a player to keep an eye on. Having played on her varsity volleyball team since the seventh grade — and winning six consecutive 3A state championships at Bayside Academy — Chastang has the potential for a very successful career at KSU. Volleyball kicks off the season with its first home game against Troy University at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, at the KSU Convocation Center.
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TRACK & FIELD WELCOMES NEW SIGNEES
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Taylor Smith Staff Writer
After graduating a large senior class from the 2017 champion track and field teams, Andy Eggerth, head coach and director of track and field and cross country, found some talented freshmen to fill the void. “We have a great advantage by being in the state of Georgia,” said Andy Eggerth, the head coach and director of track and field and cross country. “We have plenty of talented kids surrounding us. The athletes put in the hard work, as they are pretty much in season year-round.” Eggerth said the transition to the United States can be difficult for some international students, but he is excited to welcome hurdler Jessie Zali and jumper Karl Jõeäär. Eggerth hopes they adapt well to the U.S. system and thrive at KSU. However, the student-athletes aren’t the only ones working hard in the program. Eggerth raves about his coaching staff and how they constantly attend conventions in the offseason to educate themselves on the sport. The hard work put in by the
coaching staff and athletes alike has paid off as the men’s and women’s track and field teams took the ASUN Conference by storm in 2017, winning the indoor and outdoor conference championships. The men’s team also boasts indoor and outdoor conference championships in seven of the last eight years. “It takes a huge commitment from everyone involved,” Eggerth said. “The entire program certainly has a passion for excellence.” This is why freshmen Tyler Jones, a jumper from Arabia Mountain High School, was recruited. According to the KSU Owls website, Jones has a strong academic background and is a decorated triple and long jumper at the state level. Before every season, Eggerth sits down with the new athletes and warns them of the difficult transition from high school to college. He does not think this will be a problem for Jones though. “Arabia Mountain was a Photo magnet school, so I think I’ll be prepared for the college workload,” Jones said. “Just like
coach said, if we don’t get good grades and show up to class on time, we won’t be able to compete on the track.” Because of Jones’ history of academic success, he plans to take a leadership role within the team to ensure the other freshmen are maintaining their grades. “School work, then track, then social life,” Jones said. “That’s how it should be. We have a very talented freshmen class, and I think we can be special this year.” Jones is excited to compete against other college-level athletes and said his biggest goal is to compete for a NCAA championship. The season does not officially start until October, but Jones has been keeping in shape by training and competing in national events such as the New Balance National and the AAU Orlando Championship. While the NCAA allows full training in October, the first competition for the track and field teams won’t begin until January, 2018, when they travel to Purdue University.
Chuck McConville practices his hammer throw technique.
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LAX WELCOMES NEW ASSISTANT HEAD COACH Darrin Hypsher Sports Editor KSU lacrosse hired Erika Eipp, an All- American lacrosse alumna of UMass, as an assistant coach on Monday, Aug. 7. The Townsend, Massachusetts native finished her career at second on the UMass career points and assists lists. She also led the Minutewomen to three straight NCAA Tournament appearances, including a 2016 quarterfinal loss to No. 1 Maryland that wrapped up a successful 20-2 season. After graduating from UMass in 2016, Eipp quickly found an assistant coaching position on the Yale University women’s lacrosse staff. In her first season, she helped the program set school records for goals, points and draw controls in a season. The highlight of the Bulldog’s
campaign was beating No. 19 Stanford — the first time Yale beat a ranked opponent since 2010. “I’m both excited and honored to join the Kennesaw State program,” Eipp said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such passionate and knowledgeable coaches that utilize state-of-the-art resources and facilities to help create success on and off the field for student-athletes.” Eipp has time to settle into her new coaching position as the lacrosse season isn’t set to start until the spring. With experience playing at the Division 1 level, and a year of coaching under her belt, KSU hopes Eipp can help the women’s lacrosse team improve on last season’s 8-9 record.
Eipp finished her career at second on the University of Massachusetts career points and assists lists.
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Senior Jessica Sexton dribbles down the field during a game against Florida Gulf Coast University on Oct. 7, 2016.
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SOCCER STARTS STRONG IN 2017 Rio White Staff Writer KSU’s soccer team defeated Tennessee Tech 2-1 in an exhibition match Tuesday, Aug. 8 giving themselves momentum heading into their season opener at Winthrop University on Friday, Aug. 18. After losing some of the best players on their roster, the Owls have to find a way to recreate last season’s success. The top four scorers from last year’s campaign all graduated, leaving head coach Benji Walton with a very young squad heading into the 2017-18 season. Out of the 26 student-athletes on the team, 19 are either freshmen or
sophomores. With the lack of experience, confidence will be paramount to the potential success of the young team. “With so many young players on the roster, this game was huge for us and provided an opportunity to get the nerves out and experience the tempo of the game,” Walton said. “Getting the good result will do a lot to build our confidence.” Indeed, it was a freshman who scored the first goal for the Owls, as Erin Harris slid one past the TTU keeper in minute 21. Right before halftime, the Golden Eagles managed
to tie the game up, but junior Carly Pressgrove scored midway through the second half to put KSU ahead for good. With so many new faces and unknown qualities, coach Walton used this match as an opportunity to utilize most of the squad. Twenty total players touched the pitch, with 11 of 13 freshmen seeing playing time. “I am proud of the team’s effort tonight,” Walton said. “It is always good to have an opportunity to measure yourself this early in the season against a good team like Tennessee Tech.” Despite how young the team
is, many talented players are returning from last season that will have to step up and lead if the Owls want to make it back to the ASUN Semifinals. Also, the opportunities that will inevitably be afforded to the many freshmen will give them all a chance to prove themselves. The defense is the most settled unit on the team, with seniors Abby Roth, Ida Hepsoe and Kaitlyn Sterling leading the way along with sophomore Sydney Crowley, who started all 19 matches last year as a freshman. At midfield, Pressgrove will be an important factor alongside
sophomores Isabella Contreras and Emely Sosa. The forwards are the youngest unit, and it remains to be seen who the breakout scorer will be for the Owls this year. As the team heads into the new season, the leadership of the few upperclassmen — and the competition between younger players — are hoped to bring out the best in everyone and propel the Owls to a winning record. The Owls return to Fifth Third Bank Stadium on Sept. 1 to play their first home game of the season against Morehead State.