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What’s the spore-y? Mold can be found on heating vents like these in residence halls. Too much moisture can cause the mold to grow and spread.
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Residents of Farwell Hall recently had reason for concern when the building was investigated for suspected mold growth. However, the mold itself was found to be non-harmful. Certain students living in a Farwell cluster were experiencing allergy-like symptoms. They called Facilities Services when they believed the cause of their symptoms to be environmental. Upon inspection of their area, a black mold-like substance was
discovered. “Mold and other causes of allergens are present almost everywhere,” Director of Facilities Services Jay Uthoff said. “We check for high levels of mold spores when there is cause for concern.” There are many kinds of black mold, most of which are relatively harmless, but some types can be toxic. Additionally, this isn’t the first time mold has been found in Farwell. “In the late ‘90s, black mold was discovered in Farwell,” Uthoff said. “[It led to] a remediation project to rid the hall of the Stachybotrys.”
Stachybotrys is a genus of mold which produces spores, which are distributed in the air and can be harmful to people if they inhale large quantities of them. These spores mainly cause allergy-like symptoms like coughing, sneezing, irritated eyes, headache, fatigue, sore throat and rashes. Since some people had these symptoms, Facilities did air tests in the residence hall to identify the type of mold and figure out whether or not the concentration of spores in the air was dangerous. The heating and Mold
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Media center progress in Preus Maggie Steinberg
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Venturing downstairs in Preus Library this semester, one may notice an area sectioned off with plastic near the doors. It is not destined to be the home of more bookshelves, however; the library is in the midst of a three-part project that began with the creation of a digital media center. The use of digital media by students and faculty around campus has been growing exponentially. Library and Information Services realized that there was a need for more equipment and physical space on campus to sustain the increased demands for digital media. “We have pressing needs from all over Brita Moore/Chips campus,” Director of User Services Diane Growing technology. Many students use digital media in Preus.
we need a place to do it. We want a centralized location where people can come to do that type of work.” After a five-month assessment conducted by the LIS department, a proposal for the digital media center was accepted. Currently, the library is working on the beginning of the first phase, consisting of a lab and classroom area, a multimedia studio area and a control booth to manage both spaces. There is also a new library instruction space on the lower floor of the library north of the bathrooms. “We’ll build experience working with faculty and students, leveraging the space and equipment that we’ll have,” LIS Executive Media center continued on page 4
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Authors and education majors entertain at the Luther Book Shop Hannah Garry
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Young readers were particpated in three events at the Luther Book Shop on Sept. 21, including readings by Luther students dressed up as animals. Authors Douglas “Dag” Rossman and James McCaffrey signed books, before Luther education majors read children’s books in costume or with props on Saturday. Rossman has written four books of original Norse fiction, and on Saturday he signed copies of his latest and final installment in his Nine Worlds Saga series, “Walker in Shadows.” Rossman chatted with curious book shop visitors, answering questions about his favorite stories and the history of Norse myths. McCaffrey also signed copies of his newest book, “Mississippi Mirth,” on Saturday. The book is a mix of recipes and anecdotes from the local restaurant owner. The third event was a reading targeted at a younger audience. Children and their parents gathered in the Union lobby to hear stories told by Luther education majors. Among others, the audience got to hear “Where the Wild Things Are” told by a student dressed like Max and the “Hunchback of Notre Dame” by a student dressed like Esmeralda. Ellie Van Der Griend (‘15), who wore the Max costume said she picked her character because it seemed like a good costume to make. “I have footie pajamas,” Van Der Griend said. “I figured it would be decently easy to add things to the footie pajamas to make his wolf costume.” Van Der Griend stuck ears to the top of her footie pajamas’ hood and stuck a pillowcase
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A red carnation for you. Hannah Selmon (‘15) hands out red paper carnations to children after reading during Family Weekend. tail on the back. To complete the ensemble, Van Der Griend donned a large yellow paper crown partway through her reading. Other students used props when they read. After reading “The Three Little Wolves and The Big Bad Pig,” Hannah Selmon (‘15) handed out carnations made of tissue paper and pipe cleaners to children in the crowd. “I thought it would be a good opportunity to practice reading to kids,” Blake Wragge (‘15) said. Wragge read “Knuffle Bunny” to the
audience. Wragge felt that the event was a good way for Luther’s education department to extend their reach into the community and expose children to reading. Van Der Griend agreed with Wragge about the importance of exposing kids to reading. She felt that holding the event on Family Weekend was a good way to make younger children on campus feel involved. “I think when little kids are on a college
campus they see a lot of big people doing big people things and they don’t feel like they’re a part of it,” Van Der Griend said. Van Der Griend added that she felt having college students read to young children is especially important. “College students kind of have the cool factor for little kids that people in other categories just don’t,” Van Der Griend said. “We don’t live with our parents so it’s kind of like we’re adults, but usually more fun.”
Luther hosts busy Family Weekend Casey DeLima
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Sept. 20-22 was Family Weekend. Both the college campus and the Decorah community were full of students and their families. Many events held on campus took place during Family Weekend, including concerts from Jazz Orchestra and Concert Band as well as a concert with performances by Collegiate Chorale, Cathedral Choir, Aurora,
Cantorei, Varsity Band and Wind and Percussion Ensemble. Businesses in the community were also busy this weekend with families visiting Decorah. “It was normal Family Weekend for Luther,”Mabe’s Pizza owner Steve White said. “I would say it was a very busy weekend. Probably 100-125 families.” Family Weekend will be hosted Sept. 19 to Sept. 21 of 2014.
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This was the question Kent Stock (‘85) posed to the Luther community when he visited campus Sept. 18 with SAC Leadership. As a boy, Stock grew up with an intense love for baseball and dreamed of being a Major League Baseball player. As a college student, he discovered that that particular dream wasn’t going to come true and that he needed to form a backup plan. His experience at Luther trained him to be an educator and inspired him to be a coach. This experience caused him to realize that his new passion was being a mentor. Since graduating, Stock has been both a teacher and a coach and later became the principal of Oak Ridge Middle School in Marion, Iowa. Stock rose to fame after the movie “The Final Season,” starring Sean Astin, was made about him in 2007. The movie chronicles Stock’s life in what he calls the
“70% true” story of his time coaching the Norway High School baseball team in their final season, before the school had to merge with a larger school district. At the time Stock became the head baseball coach of Norway, Iowa, the team had won the baseball state championship for 19 years in a row. The only goal Stock says the team had for their final season was to win the state championship one last time. Spoiler alert: the movie ends with Stock leading the team to victory. Once Astin came to visit him at his home, their families were going to Stock’s neighborhood pool together and Stock was worried about all the attention that Astin would receive. “As we’re walking to the pool, it starts happening,” Stock said. “There’s this 8- or 9-year-old boy with his mom, he starts pointing at us, and saying ‘Mom! Mom! Look!.... It’s Mr. Stock, my principal!’ Sean Astin grabs me by the shoulders and says ‘I thought I was the star!’ But the neat thing
about that day as I look back is that to that little kid, Mikey from ‘The Goonies’ wasn’t a star; Sean Astin wasn’t the star, it was his principal.” Stock focused on his time as a student and the importance of a backup plan. “You have to look at the big picture,” Stock said. “You’re going to have days that really stink, but don’t focus on how you feel about your life based on what happened in one day. Failure isn’t final.” After his talk, Stock signed autographs, sold copies of his book “Heading for Home: My Journey from Little League to Hollywood” and gave the $240 of proceeds to a charity of the SAC Leadership Committee’s choice. As he closed his speech, Stock reminded the audience members to keep in mind how they wanted to be remembered, and discussed his own desired legacy. “It’s my hope that I’m remembered as a great husband, a great father and a friend to all,” Stock said.
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Nairobi attack: Kenya forces ‘clearing’ Westgate centre Kenyan officials say they are in the final stages of bringing an end to the deadly stand-off with suspected al-Shabab militants in Nairobi. Explosions and heavy gunfire were reported earlier as soldiers stormed the Westgate shopping complex. Three “terrorists” were killed and soldiers are continuing to comb the building floor by floor “looking for anyone left behind,” officials said. The Kenyan Red Cross has told the BBC that 63 people are not accounted for.
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Ex-FBI agent pleads guilty in national security leak Donald Sachtleben, 55, is to be sentenced to 12 years in prison. The May 2012 disclosures jeopardized an international intelligence operation and put lives at risk, officials said. Investigators identified him after seizing phone records of the Associated Press, which published an article on the Yemen-based al-Qaeda plot.
*** Iran to hold key nuclear talks at UN Iran’s foreign minister will meet six major world powers at the UN this week to discuss Tehran’s nuclear program, US and EU officials say. The meeting with Iranian FM Mohammed Javad Zarif will include US Secretary of State John Kerry - the highest level of US-Iran contact for more than 30 years. Talks will take place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. Iran’s new President Hassan Rouhani has said he is ready to restart stalled nuclear talks without preconditions. Iran insists its nuclear program is solely for energy needs.
*** 99-year-old Iowa woman gets high school diploma A 99-year-old Iowa woman who dropped out of a high school more than 80 years ago despite needing only one credit to graduate has finally received her diploma. Audrey Crabtree, of Cedar Falls, smiled Monday as she received an honorary diploma for her time at Waterloo East High School. “And I feel so much smarter,” Crabtree quipped. Crabtree, who began her education at a oneroom school house in northeast Iowa, left high school in 1932 due to a swimming and diving accident that forced her to miss several school days. She also had to care for her sick grandmother.
*** Ex-Guantanamo inmate Omar Khadr appears in Canadian court A former Guantanamo detainee has appeared in a Canadian court, his first public outing since his capture in an Afghan firefight in 2002. Lawyers for Omar Khadr, 27, challenged his terms of imprisonment at a hearing in Alberta, Canada on Monday. He was 15 when detained in Afghanistan after a gun battle which he killed a US soldier. He pleaded guilty to charges of war crimes three years ago in exchange for an eight-year prison sentence.
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Hanging out with Kent Stock (‘85). SAC Leadership co-chairs Libby Kropp (‘14) and Kendra Moser (‘14) welcome Stock to campus for his lecture in Valders 206 on Sept. 18.
Cruz vows to speak till he can’t against Obamacare Freshman Sen. Ted Cruz says he will speak until he’s no longer able to stand in opposition to President Barack Obama’s health care law. Standing on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon, Cruz began a lengthy speech urging his colleagues to oppose moving ahead on a bill he supports. The measure would prevent a government shutdown and defund Obamacare. Cruz’s quixotic approach is designed to prevent Majority Leader Harry Reid from stripping the health care provision from the bill. But Cruz faces opposition from his Republican leaders, Mitch McConnell and John Cornyn, as well as other Republican senators. World News Compiled from: http://www.bbc.com/news/ and http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/fronts/
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Watch your vents. Mold was found in Farwell this year.
cooling units in the rooms were also examined, because if mold grows inside a ventilation system, the flow of air increases the spread of spores and the possibility for allergic reactions. However, when the test results came back, it was good news for these residents. While there is indeed mold, it is not Stachybotrys, but another variety called Aspergillus penicillum, according to Uthoff. The growth was confined to one room and the level of spores in the air was found only slightly elevated and non-harmful. “The industrial hygienist stated that [in this case], no remediation was necessary,” Uthoff said. As for how the mold grew in the first place, mold can survive almost anywhere where there is moisture and a food source. “Mold spores can survive even on metal with enough moisture,” Uthoff said. “The cool, damp unit ventilator could have provided the moisture required.” Fortunately, this means that no residents will have to move out of their rooms unless they feel it is in their best interests. Students did receive emails that Facilities would clean the vents, as they do annually. “Depending on a person’s immune system, people have different reactions to allergens,” Uthoff said. “Residence Life works hard to make sure that every student is in a residence hall that is a comfortable place for them to live.”
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Director Paul Mattson (‘81) said. “That experience will inform us, as well as the new technology vectors that might show up in our world.” One of the challenges to doing a project like this is the continuing rapid advance of technology. “We know that the industries change continuously; we can never be out on that cutting edge,” Multimedia Lead Matthew Baumann said. “However, we do need to be out there to embrace whatever technologies our faculties and staff are bringing to our campus.” The multimedia studio will be equipped with the Mac Pros currently situated on the main floor of the library, with more being installed in the future. There will be a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, which will allow faculty and students to display their projects in a way that shows more accurate visuals of their work. As more equipment gets installed into the multimedia studio, students will be able to access more sophisticated technology for recording sound and video, creating digital art such as 3D animation, printing and projecting various work onto a larger screen. Casey DeLima/Chips A handcrafted Help Desk, valued at $2,500, was donated by Northwestern College in Orange City, Working. Roya Conocchioli (‘14) studies in the library. Iowa to help furnish the media center. Luther will also of the $360,000 multi-year project. be drawing tables, chairs and other equipment from one LIS aims to open the Digital Media Center by midaround campus to furnish the completed spaces. Luther has committed $140,000 to phase October.
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Text appeal. Author Ben Percy visited Dragonfly Books in downtown Decorah for a reading from his latest novel “Red Moon” on Thursday, Sept. 19.
Author Ben Percy reads from latest novel “Red Moon” at Dragonfly Books. Sam Molzahn
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With his booming baritone the man begins, introducing the audience first to Miriam, then Claire. In between he discusses
his writing process, while also sharing stories from his childhood and other anecdotes. Author Ben Percy’s reading from his latest novel “Red Moon” was much more than just story time. Percy is the Writer in Residence at St. Olaf College and is author of two short-story collections, “Refresh, Refresh,” and “The Language of Elk,” in addition to two novels. Dragonfly Books in downtown Decorah invited Percy to perform a reading of “Red Moon.” Percy last came to Decorah in 2012 when he visited some classes at Luther College and performed a reading of his other novel, “The Wilding.” “As we were putting together our fall line-up, we knew ‘Red
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Fit to print. Ben Percy’s latest novel “Red Moon” is available in store or online at dragonflybooks.com.
Moon’ was coming out,” Events Coordinator for Dragonfly Books Kate Scott (‘05) said. “I got in touch with Benjamin and asked him if he could come out for ‘Red Moon’ and he was happy to come … I think he had a good experience at Luther and a good experience with the community.” Percy read select portions of “Red Moon,” held a brief question and answer session and stayed to sign copies of his works. “Decorah is the crown jewel of Iowa,” Percy said. “I’m thrilled to visit and also thrilled to hear that Amy Weldon and others have been assigning my books in class. That’s the ultimate compliment to a writer.” Having Percy visit Dragonfly Books is mutually beneficial for both the author and the bookstore. Both Dragonfly and Percy are expected to see a bump in sales due to the reading, according to Owner of Dragonfly Books Kate Rattenborg (‘83). “The events that we do are events that are open to the entire community and we welcome everyone into the events that we do,” Rattenborg said. “The benefit to having the author come here as opposed to just speaking to a class is that his trip here tonight is supported by his publisher.” Percy is beginning to establish quite a following in Decorah, including community members, Luther College professors and students on campus. “He captures today’s society and culture like no other writer does today,” event attendee Brett Steelman (‘14) said. “I’m really convinced we’re observing a lot of history being made through [Percy].” On-campus reading group Litardis has chosen “Red Moon” as their first book of the semester. Steelman, a co-chair of the group, encouraged members to attend the reading. “Hearing it from Ben’s mouth is really inspiring,” Steelman said. “Hearing him talk about his text, you read it differently because you are then aware of how intentional he writes. It sheds a nice light on how you think about it.” The group will have their first meeting of the year Thursday, Sept. 26 to discuss “Red Moon.” “Ben Percy is very informed,” Steelman said. “He is a close reader of both literature and of society around him. I think it might lend insight on how thoroughly you should approach your own writing. How plugged-in to society you should be.”
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The Dolomite Mountain range. Luther’s Italian study abroad program spent some time studying geology in the Dolomite Mountains. “A gem of a place,” Robbie Helgason (‘15) said
Luther students study abroad, explore the natural landscapes of Italy matt helm
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Luther students studying abroad in Italy this semester are discovering how much geology really rocks. Based in Coligioco, a village in the Marche region of Italy, the 12-week environmental studies program substitutes indoor classrooms for natural terrain—caves, marble mountains, beaches and glaciers. Throughout the semester, students are receiving hands-on experience in the field with expert geologists at their side. “Italy is an extraordinary locale for studying geology
because it has been exposed in many places over millions of years of Earth’s history,” Travis Houle (‘15) said. “We may spend one week examining how a cliff and cave system in a valley can tell us oceanic and climactic conditions 100+ million years ago, and another week examining how soil quality impacts wine quality. The semester is very diverse.” Luther alum Jordan Burkhart (‘13) went on the trip last year and is now one of the group leaders. He is in charge of logistics as well as helping to facilitate the understanding of geological concepts. “This job is wonderful because it combines the best things about being a resident assistant and geology lab assistant — both of which I was while at Luther — and has a workplace setting of the Italian countryside,” Burkhart said. “I still find myself learning a lot thanks to the rich
geological history of Italy.” Students are also being exposed and way of life. Robbie Helgaso Italian outlook on sustainability a relaxing mid-afternoon siestas. “I'd say that Italians live better there have been more people here live since at least 10,000 years ago the trash service around here picks you don’t see stateside on a large The group has had many opport activities as well; they have museums in Rome, Assis Croatia and beyond. “The other day I was wa
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Every year, the month of August brings the last bits of summer heat and frequent excursions into hometown shopping malls for school supplies and new shoes. For Assistant Professor of Classics Dan Davis, however, this August brought excursions of a completely different nature. Davis and Daniel Faas (‘13), who acted as Davis’ assistant, joined a group of 14 other scientists, archeologists, educators and undergraduate, graduate and high school students on a deep-sea mission in the Aegean Sea on the ship STS Bodrum. This was Davis’ third deep-sea mission in the past three years, and was aimed at the exploration of the geological features and shipwrecks in the Aegean Sea using an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle, or AUV. Most deep-water surveys use large research vessels that require expensive equipment and a GPS system, and can
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Luther men study in a field. Travis Houle (‘15) (left) and Robbie Helgason (‘15) (right) in one of their Italian classrooms. The 12-week Environmental Studies program substitutes indoor classrooms for outdoor, natural terrain.
and I literally saw a jeweler making some stuff by candlelight. It’s like it was written in a book. I also took a selfie with Galileo's enshrined finger at the Galileo museum,” Helgason said. Many of the students have also discovered the joys of Italian cuisine, enjoying fresh, organic food throughout the day, including gelato, pasta, meats and cheese. “The food is fantastic. Mostly homemade and local, almost all of our wine, sausage, pastas, fruit and breads are all from only a few
kilometers away,” Houle said. “The people here take their time on meals and walk places often, taking things a bit slower and with ease than we do in the states, which has been a nice change.” Houle, Helgason and the other Luther students traveling with the Italy program will return to campus next semester. In the meantime, they will continue to absorb new information while perched on the Dolomite mountain range and basking in the Italian sun. “Life is beautiful here,” Helgason said. “Italy is ‘gorge’-ous.”
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a small fortune. On the Aegean Sea trip the team d to avoid large expenses and tried to achieve equal oratory results at a fraction of the normal cost. This here the AUV came in. an we use a sophisticated nomous vehicle to do most of same kind of work [that a] large rch ship achieves with its robots?” s said. This question that guided ntire trip. vis’ role aboard the STS Bodrum that of archeologist and Faas acted s assistant. Together they worked etermine the date and origin of hipwrecks in the area, two of which were newly overed during the trip. om shipwrecks you learn maritime culture, social ry and economic history. They’re a window into ng into the past,” Davis said.
Aboard the STS Bodrum, the team used their AUV, called the AUV DORA, to examine the geological features and the 26 shipwrecks previously discovered. The AUV DORA was equipped with sonar with various resolutions, cameras to photograph and compile mosaics, phones and a wireless modem. “[The AUV is] weighted to be barely buoyant, so it will barely float,” Faas said. “It’s programmed using an inertial navigation system, which -Dan Davis means that the AUV doesn’t really know where it is except for what’s programmed in the beginning. Using sensors, it can tell how fast it’s going and what direction it’s going.” After the AUV follows its directions, it will dive and record its findings with sonar and cameras. When the mission is completed or the batteries die, the AUV alerts
“[Shipwrecks are] a window into looking into the past.”
the team to its location. “The AUV phones [the team] and says, ‘I’m on the surface. I’m at these coordinates. Come pick me up,’” Davis said. The STS Bodrum also utilized social media over live video feeds and podcasts for publicity. The team used Twitter, Vine, Instagram and Facebook to update the public about their progress. “The science team wanted a way to connect with the public in a live format,” Faas said. Using social media, the team reached a different and younger demographic. “It was a cool way to add a personal touch. Live video feeds are one thing, but to read a tweet from Mike Brennan, the team leader, or Dan Davis, the archeologist, added a personal element because people got to see things from the team members,” Faas said. Davis plans to publish his work on the shipwrecks after a symposium in 2014.
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Center Stage Preview: Weiss Kaplan Newman Trio
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This week Center Stage Series and the Performing Arts Committee present classical ensemble Weiss Kaplan Newman Trio as their second act of the season. The Trio will perform on Friday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Faith and Life. New York Times describes the Trio as “three strong voices, locked in sequence.” This trio is comprised of three nationally-acclaimed musicians: pianist Yael Weiss, violinist Mark Kaplan and cellist Clancy Newman. As individuals, each musician holds an international reputation in the world of fine classical music. “Together we’re getting a trifecta of three individual award-wining soloists,” Director of Campus Programming Tanya Gertz said. The trio began in 2001, originally named Sequenza. The trio has toured extensively throughout the world, performing in Europe and the Middle East, in addition to instructing through master classes in the United States. Weiss Kaplan Newman’s performance was named by radio program Saint Paul Sunday as “Best of the Year” in 2008. Most recently, the group released a new album in 2013 featuring contemporary composers Lena Auerbach, Chen Yi, Paul Schoenfeld and the trio’s own Clancy Newman. Newman is a former colleague of Associate Professor of Music Eric Kutz.
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String theory. Violinist Mark Kaplan, pianist Yael Weiss and cellist Clancy Newman comprise the classically trained Weiss Kaplan Newman Trio. Newman and Kutz both studied at Julliard and Meadowmount Academy in the early ‘90s. “Clancy was probably 16 years old,” Kutz said. “I remember thinking he was a very fine cellist even then.” The trio will be premiering Luther’s
newly renovated nine-foot Steinway Grand Piano, which has been out of commission for a year due to refurbishments. “The piano was an original gift to the building from the Luther College Women’s Club,” Gertz said. “Almost all
the actionable parts inside the piano have been replaced and the exterior completely refinished.” The trio will perform a concert comprised entirely of pieces by Beethoven, featuring a piano solo in the middle of the performance to highlight the Steinway. “They play all sorts of repertoire… early piano trio music and contemporary commissioned pieces,” President of Performing Arts Committee Sarah Nolte (‘14) said. The Trio will also work with Luther students studying classical performance in a master class, which will be offered Thursday, Sept. 26 at 5:30 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall. “They are beautiful passionate players,” Gertz said. “They’re very excited about being able to work with our students.” The Performing Arts Committee encourages students to take advantage of these opportunities to hear worldrenowned musicians perform. “We want the Luther community to know these events are here, and usually free to students with the co-curricular activity fee,” Nolte said. Nolte also reminds students that the performance will be a green card event for music majors and minors in need of recital credit. The Weiss Kaplan Newman Trio performance is an opportunity for any students studying music or those who simply appreciate it to experience an evening of classical repertoire.
Dance groups discuss studio scheduling Julia Joseph
double booked. This has been a problem in the past, causing frustration and missed practices. For some, dancing may be a fun way of expressing “There is a schedule outside of Studio 2 in the CFA themselves on occasion. But for many Luther students, but it isn’t always updated and sometimes the same dancing is an art that takes many hours of devotion. schedule stays up for multiple weeks so we don’t Like every other sport or activity, practice makes really know if it’s right,” Connolly said. perfect. But what happens when the team you are on Captains of Orchesis David Mendez and McKenna does not have a place to practice? Or the practice rooms Campbell-Potter said that they thought the system of are all filled in Jenson when you need to rehearse? This scheduling at the CFA worked pretty well because they is a difficulty the dance teams face on a regular basis at requested their practice times early enough. The main Luther. problem they encounter is student groups needing the The Ballroom/Swing team feels that the system works space for academic reasons. well but ran into a conflict in the “Scheduling is usually first Regents Center this past Saturday, come, first served, but student Sept. 22. They had the Regents groups kind of trump everything.” Dance Studio reserved from 8:30 Campbell-Porter said. p.m. to midnight but upon arrival Williams did the scheduling discovered the doors were locked for Eklipse this year and said and they were without a key. This is that it went smoothly because but one issue dancers have to deal they started scheduling early. But with frequently. another conflict that they run into Orchesis, Eklipse, and Ballroom/ is if the group ahead of them does Swing are some of the main dance not get out of the space on time, -Meg McClure (‘15) their rehearsal is cut short. groups affected by studio scheduling. Eklipse Captains Erin Connolly Most rehearsals for the teams are (‘14) and Holly Williams (‘15) agree two hours long, a practice length with Ballroom/Swing President Matt Holcomb (‘15) which the leaders of the groups feel is enough, but and Vice President Meg McClure (‘15) that an online getting less than two hours makes rehearsals difficult. schedule would be very helpful. Mendez said that if they are not getting something and “It would be nice to know when there is open time for do not have time to work it out they will have to cut it extra practice if we needed it individually,” McClure from their routine. This has to come into play for all said. the dance teams if they run into a scheduling conflict. Julia Joseph/Chips Connolly agreed that having an online schedule would The discussion on studio scheduling is ongoing, but Safety dance. Marley Crossland (‘15) and be beneficial not only to know exactly when groups are student dance groups will continue doing what they do Dakota Lancour (‘15) of Luther Ballroom/Swing practicing, but also to make sure the studio does not get best: devoting energy and time to their passion. practice their routine in the Regents Center.
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“It would be nice to know when there is open time for extra practice if we needed it individually.”
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Opinion
Ty Pharaoh
September 26, 2012
Norse soccer sails
Columnist
There are two subsets in sports that hold a great deal of prominence. One has the power to enable season-long success, whereas its polar opposite will curse a team with consistent failure. The key to success does not revolve around attributes such as talent, athleticism or even desire. Yes, these characteristics are vital components in order to initiate the winning process, however, they do not guarantee it by themselves. A side’s true talent can only be tapped into once they have mastered the ability of adaptation. Those who are unable to do so are destined to relive their mistakes as if it were Groundhog Day. To put it simply, either you evolve or you die. The men’s soccer team is on the verge of finishing a very complicated puzzle. With the
majority of pieces in place, they’re starting to make out that the picture is of an elite, possibly even national championship–caliber team. Their experience, high skill level, cohesion and depth are already visible cornerstones which indicate that they’re on the right track, but can they meet the deadline and figure out where the last few pieces go before the season’s end? The Norse’s skill level was immediately put to the test in Texas where they faced the no. 8 nationally ranked Trinity and a tough Southwestern University side, both from which they managed to come away with victories. Since then the Norse have struggled to assert themselves back in the Midwest on the pitch. Despite securing wins over a couple respectable lineups, the ambivalent Norse should be anything but satisfied with their performances from the recent string of close games. After keeping two clean sheets in Texas, the Norse have conceded the first goal in each of their last four matches. Every realistic team knows that mistakes are bound to happen, but when those mistakes become habitual, concern follows. In their losses to Augsburg and UWPlattville, both in front of a home crowd, the realization that not every lead can be overcome reaffirmed itself in the minds of every coach
and player. Despite retaining position and dictating the tempo of the game, the Norse allowed the Auggies and Pioneers to live on the break and showed their weakness defending set pieces. On a positive, the Norse have radiated their conviction of fortitude by coming from behind to beat St. John’s and St. Olaf’s. The ability to come back and win from behind is a valuable asset to have, but it cannot be relied upon to win championships. The team must be weary of how they perceive each ensuing comeback victory. They have to remember the negative connotations that come along with the “a win’s a win” mindset while turning “good to great’ into their mantra rather than motto. Personnel are not an issue for the Norse. Coach Garcia-Pratts must stress the importance of discipline and fundamentals to prevent handing out any more wins. The next couple fixtures should be viewed as opportunities to refine their game and create a product void of easily avoidable situations and mental lapses. As the IIAC opener against Buena Vista approaches, the Norse have established that another third place finish in conference isn’t acceptable. If Luther can adapt and make them play their game, that goal is very obtainable.
Opinion: Adventures Abroad
Running in Spain
Bailey Mulholland
Columnist
Studying abroad in Europe this fall, I’m navigating quite a few things for the first time – fitting three months of life into two bags, flying internationally, at times communicating with only my hands and eyebrows and paying for public transportation, among other things. Most important of these adjustments, however, has been incorporating my longtime running routine into my new traveler’s lifestyle. I’ve run track and field for eight years and cross country for six, two and one of those years for Luther, respectively. Studying in Salamanca, Spain, this semester means I’ll unfortunately be absent for an ENTIRE season of the Norse running life. Rough. I’m excited, however, for the challenge of extending this beloved pastime into a new environment. Prior to arriving in Salamanca on Sept. 22, I spent ten days visiting family friends in Brno, Czech Republic, and Bratislava, Slovakia. They accommodated my addiction quite nicely, but struggles existed from the start. First, the packing of the running clothes. “Normal” people don’t need to account for extra socks, t-shirts, shorts, running
shoes, zip-ups…essentially an extra outfit for each day. More clothing to sweat in also means more frequent laundry. Hello, hotel sinks. Secondly, safety. Foremost on my mother’s list of advice/hopes/pleas for me before leaving was “DO NOT RUN AT NIGHT. ALONE. WITH HEADPHONES. IN STRANGE CITIES.” I rolled my eyes at the time, but she’s right. I’ve had to accept days off due to nightfall and unfamiliarity. I adore my father, but he’s no Liam Neeson from “Taken.” Lastly, schedule coordination. Visiting relations, studying abroad and seeing the sights of beautiful European cities is great, but lacking independence and flexibility is not so great. Finagling around a day trip to Vienna, a tour of Czech caves, a group orientation in Madrid and a massive pork and dumpling lunch can be frustrating, but I’ve learned to prioritize and
have an open mind. Sometimes forgoing a run in exchange for a cultural experience is best. I like to think I haven’t experienced a place until I’ve run at least a mile there. So far I’ve explored the cobblestone streets of Prague, the wilds of suburban Brno, the Bratislava banks of the Danube River and the serpentine hills of Toledo. Some things are quite similar to back home – a hill is a hill, right? And a street a street? Perhaps. But wild rams don’t prance by in Decorah, and castles aren’t frequent in my hometown of Appleton, Wisconsin. Only two weeks into this whole travel deal I think I’m starting to realize what makes a true runner. Not how fast or how long or how far, and certainly not where, but why. I run because I love to. I am adapting my running to my traveling. Or my traveling to my running? I don’t know. Either way, it’s pretty neat.
LUTHER COLLEGE CHIPS
Opinion
September 26, 2013 Opinion
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All majors created equal
John Freude
Columnist
While studying in the second floor Sam-Hoff study lounge this past week I couldn’t help but overhear a conversation between two students pouring over a desk cluttered with printouts and textbooks. The short version is that they were stressing over some upcoming biology test. None of this was all that interesting until one of the students made the comment; “It’s days like this that I wish I was an English major and didn’t have to work as hard.” All right, before anyone’s feelings or pride gets hurt here, let me just say I have the utmost respect for bio majors
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and am not trying to play the who’s-got-it-harder game. not only do the readings assigned, but you take notes and you In fact, I don’t care that they were biology, chemistry or study those notes to the point where it becomes ingrained into physics majors. However, I am an English major and your head. It’s the same for any class, no matter the discipline. have to ask the question of where anyone gets the nerve to Now if you’re a student who can simply do the readings and absorb say any other major or discipline has it easier than theirs? the knowledge without notes or spending additional time on the material, then congratulations-you’re Do labs take up more of your time part of a select minority. However, the during the day? Yes, I will not deny that. average humanities student can’t get by However when it comes to tests, quizzes, with that level of effort and receive an memorization, papers, lab reports, outstanding grade, no more than any readings, journals and assignments, science- oriented student can. It’s a it all comes down to two key aspects: different type of work, not a different What type of student you are and how committed you are to your discipline. -John Freude (‘14) system. The most dedicated students will care just as much about grades, If you compare the bare minimums graduate schools and jobs as anyone else. in two different discipline courses, Memorizing vocabulary, applying class work to real world one may have a greater assigned work load, but the bare situations and going the extra mile to keep up on new discoveries minimum is only supposed to get you to pass, not get you and ideas exist in all departments. We take different classes an “A.” Getting an “A” or anything greater than a “B” is and have different majors because we have different interests, supposed to require that extra effort that isn’t assigned. You know, that same extra effort that compels you to stay career goals, ways of thinking and talents. The only thing that’s in Sam-Hoff until 2 a.m. Trust me, you can walk over to stopping anyone from working harder than anyone else is how Koren or Main and find any other major cramming just as committed they are to excelling in their field, not what field hard for a test or paper. If you’re a dedicated student you brings passion to their life.
“It’s a different type of work, not a different system.”
The death of feminism right to be promiscuous has left a rather sour taste in the minds this not referring to work place equality or political equality. I of Luther students. Many people that I’ve talked to bemoan the have complete faith in the fact that a woman can lead a country death of feminism on Luther’s campus. or a business just as well as any man. In my History of Christian Thought But our gender is a part of our identity. It is a part of what shapes who you class, we addressed the issues of original are and how you choose to act. You sin. Did Eve single-handedly bring should celebrate your gender! Man, down humanity with her ignorance woman or trans, everyone deserves and naivety? It is a question that has to feel comfortable with their gender, trickled down into the annals of history, -Marin Nycklemoe (‘14) whether it was given to you or if you no matter what religion or society it changed it along the way. Life is way too has arisen in. Don’t get me wrong; short to get hung up on who is wrong or oppressive. the rise in feminine rights activists and equality has warmed Stand up for what you believe in! Just make sure you aren’t the chambers of my cold black heart, but I don’t know taking away the rights of others while doing it. Revel in your how to feel about the rage that has poured out because of it. sexuality! Just be prepared for the harsh words and judgment of Rape is terrible, as are labels and unfair judgments. But you others. Live your dreams! Just don’t give up or be surprised if always have to be careful! Look at a situation, and listen to your you get rejected time and time again. Like I said, life is too short common sense. It almost feels like common sense is so rare, it to spend it angry. All we can do in the short amount of time given could be considered a super power! (Courtesy of Deadpool). to us is laugh and live it to the fullest. wwMen and women will never be completely “equal.” I say
“Men and women will never be completely ‘equal.’”
Marin Nycklemoe
Columnist
In recent Chips articles and recent events in history, the battle royale between man and woman seems to be raging forever onward. The various opinion pieces I’ve read have been not only upsetting, but also borderline infuriating. This continued bashing of men, demand for chivalry and the
News Recap
Iran: friend or foe? between Tehran and the White House may finally be coming to an end. Iran believes broader negotiations can achieve a deal concerning nuclear proliferation if the United States uses diplomatic reasoning rather than militant -Abby reasoning. “Rouhani’s election and his appointments to the nuclear diplomatic team have created a like-minded group that would facilitate the resolution of the dispute if the other side was willing to do so,” MIT doctorate graduate and the Iranian Atomic Energy Chief Ali Akbar Salehi, said. Foreign Minister Zarif is also expected to conduct conversational affairs with British Foreign secretary and First Secretary of State William Hague at the UN general assembly meeting hall. If the meeting succeeds, it would mark the first high-level contact between the two since the fall of the Shah’s regime in 1979. However, it is important to note that while Iran is open and willing to commit to change, their tone is also one of warning. As the regime does not respond well to “bullying”
or more forceful means, the United States must concede to this approach to forge a relationship that could end current and foreseen regional violence. “You [the Americans] point the gun at Iran and say either Greufe (‘13) negotiations or we pull the trigger! You should know that pressure and negotiations do not go together, and the [Iranian] nation will not be intimidated by such things … If the Americans demonstrate, both in words and actions that they are not irrational, then they would find Iranians benevolent, rational and ready to engage. This is the only way to engage
“... the United States could face an enemy far more dangerous than Assad’s Syria...”
Abby Greufe
Columnist
President Obama’s recent change in tactics concerning the Syrian crisis may have had an unintended–yet welcome–consequence. Following a recent exchange of letters between the Iranian and American presidents, there is reason to believe that US-Iran relations are on the brink of an encouraging breakthrough. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has issued permission for President Hassan Rouhani’s new administration to enter into direct talks with the US. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif stated that Iran is ready to “build trust” with the United States, stimulating hope that the decades-old feud
Iran,” Khamenei said in response to the US invitation for discussion. It is essential for international peace and security that the Obama administration continue to pursue non-intimidating diplomatic relations, for it could peacefully resolve the nuclear issue among other contested disputes. Without it, the United States could inevitably face an enemy far more dangerous than Assad’s Syria–a risk the American people cannot afford to take. It is unlikely that a better opportunity to end bilateral aggression will come along.
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Sports
September 26, 2013
Men’s golf takes sixth at Eau Claire Invite Carrie Juergens
“Being a student athlete here at Luther, academically
ourselves,” Horst said. “Managing our expectations and not getting ahead of ourselves is probably the biggest thing … but managing our time and making sure we stay focused out on the golf course and also in the classroom is something that we all need to keep working on.” Although the men have a strict schedule when it comes to class, practice and homework, they also find time for fun. “Just being with the guys at tournaments is fun,” Horst said. “Going out to eat at nice places and playing at a nice golf course—it doesn’t get much better than that.” Kohl and Bruns are on track to graduate in 2014, but they won’t abandon their golf game when they do. “I’m an accountant, so I’m probably going to pursue a public accounting career,” Kohl said. “Hopefully by the time I’m 35, I’ve bought my own golf course. That’s just wishful thinking, but yeah.” Bruns knows the importance of networking in business and expressed an interest in using golf to further business relations. “I can play golf in business and make connections that way,” said Bruns. “I have on my resume that I’m a member of the golf team. It’s a good life skill … being a part of a team and working together toward the same goal.” The Norse will play next at the Gustavus Adolphus Twin Cities Classic on Sept. 28-30.
Football goes down swinging Luther College
Nationally ranked No. 14 Wheaton College defeated Luther 38-12 on Saturday Sept. 21 at McCully Stadium in Wheaton, Ill. The high-powered Thunder offense, ranked No. 3 in the NCAA Div. III entering the game, produced 416 yards of total offense, averaging 7.3 yards per play. The Thunder scored four of the first five times they had the football and led 38-0 entering the fourth quarter. Following an interception by Alex Peterson (‘14), Christian Moore (‘17) got the Norse on the scoreboard with a 55-yard touchdown with 14:50 left in the game. Josh Vos (‘14), who led the Norse rushing attack with 71 yards, scored on a twoyard plunge as time expired. Luther tallied 264 yards of total offense on 67 plays with 229 coming on the ground. Defensively, Eric Pittman (‘14) and Aric Elton (‘16) led the squad with 6.5 and 6 tackles respectively. Elton also recorded a sack, while Matt Schiedle (‘15) was credited with a fumble recovery. The loss gives Luther an overall record of 1-2. Wheaton remained unbeaten with a mark of 3-0.
Breanne Pierce/Photo Bureau
Sail Norse. J.J. Sirios (‘15) looks down the field for teammates to pass to during the game against St. Olaf. Luther is off next week and will return to action on Oct. 5, when it faces Loras College at home.
Men’s rugby beats Macalester Matt Yan
Opinion: Pay NCAA athletes already
Staff Writer there’s a lot expected of us, but also we expect a lot of
The men’s golf team was looking to repeat as team champions at the UW-Eau Claire Blugold Invite, but fell short as it placed 6th of 14 teams. Andrew Peter (‘14) was the individual champion, finishing with a final score of 142. Peter shot 70 on day one and 72 on day two at the Par 71 Eau Claire Country Club. Sam Grotnes (‘15) and Tobi Kohl (‘14) were the next-highest finishers for Luther, placing 16th and 21st, respectively. Coming into the season with many seniors and first-years doubling the size of the team, the golf team is setting lofty goals and hoping to live them out. Joel Bruns (‘14) has been on the team since his first year at Luther and summed up his dreams and those of his teammates. “[Our goals are] to win Conference and go to Nationals,” Bruns said. Some, like Kohl, have other goals in mind. “I’ve been All-Conference the past three years, so it doesn’t really mean anything to me anymore,” Kohl said. “I want to be an All-American this year, and I’m going to be an AllAmerican this year.” Kohl and Bruns have already hit some of the top-level goals associated with the sport: both men are Academic All-Americans. Elliot Horst (‘16) has the same hopes for greatness as Kohl and Bruns.
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Sports Editor
The men’s rugby team opened its 2013 season with a 60-5 win over Macalester College on Sunday, Sept. 22. Jordan Neverman (‘14) led the team with three tries, followed by newcomer Tom Lundberg (‘15) who scored twice. After dabbling in wrestling and pole vaulting at Luther, Lundberg knew he wanted to be involved in something during the fall. “I was a little wary about playing at first because I wasn’t sure what I was supposed to do but I think everything began to click [during the game],” Lundberg said. “When I scored I was so pumped I didn’t feel anything from the hits until after
the match was over. It was pretty fantastic.” The team went 1-1 at the All-Iowa tournament on Sept. 7 but neither games were against league opponents. Sunday’s game marked the first time the men used all 15 official players, as alumni played with them during the previous two games. “I love the team,” Lundberg said. “They’re chill but when game time comes they’re ready to play. They all really seem to love the sport too.” The team is away at St. John’s on Sept.28, then plays at home on Oct. 5 against North Dakota State and the Luther Alumni. For more information, visit www.luther.edu/ mensrugby.
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Matt Yan
Sports Editor
As most sports fans know, Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel was recently suspended for half a game for allegedly signing autographs for money. Sounds harmless, right? Apparently the NCAA didn’t think so. The reason Manziel was suspended is because the NCAA has laws against its athletes selling their image or likeness for profits ... which is exactly what Texas A&M and every other Division I football school does with its star athletes. Let’s put this into perspective. Texas A&M recently released monetary figures that claim Manziel’s Heisman win generated $37 million in media exposure for the university. Additionally, A&M’s fundraising efforts raised $740 million for the school, beating the school’s old record by $300 million. You can bet that a good portion of that is due to Manziel’s image being broadcast and advertised across the nation during football season. So Texas A&M makes millions of dollars off of its football players, and you’re telling me they can’t sell their own image? That is simply absurd. I get that some of these athletes get full scholarships and that’s just great. However, preventing them from selling their likenesses is crossing the line. Division I football coaches make millions of dollars a year, but some of their players who are equally as responsible for their teams’ success are living in poverty. Literally. According to a joint study by the National College Players Association and Drexel University, “the room and board provisions in a full scholarship leave 85% of [Football Bowl Subdivision] players living on campus and 86% of players living off campus living below the federal poverty line.” The study also found that “the fair market value of the average FBS football and basketball player was $121,048 and $265,027, respectively.” So not only are some of these athletes incredibly poor, but to add insult to injury they could be making thousands of dollars from participating in athletics. Now, Manziel might not be one of these athletes who are living in poverty and barely scraping by, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t entitled to his fair share of the money. On the other hand some athletes come from poor families and can’t afford the luxuries that their better-off teammates have. Houston Texans running back Arian Foster admitted to violating NCAA rules during his time at the University of Tennessee because he couldn’t afford both food and rent. What kind of a system allows universities to profit from athletes’ images and in turn deny the athletes that same right? You might say that the players can just wait until the pro leagues to make money, but there is no guarantee of a position in the pros. All the players have is their current spot on the roster. They should be able to make some financial gains from all their hard work and sacrifice. I believe the NCAA needs to strongly rethink some of its policies and consider athletes’ financial situations in addition to the profits that schools want so badly.
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Racing for a cause
September 26, 2013 Weekly Standings Football IIAC 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0
Coe Simpson Wartburg Central Dubuque Loras Luther Buena Vista
Overall 3-0 2-1 2-1 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-2 0-3
Recent scores: -Sept. 21 vs. Wheaton (Ill.) L 12-38 Upcoming schedule: -Oct. 5 vs. Loras @ Home -Oct. 12 vs. Dubuque @ Dubuque
Women’s Soccer IIAC 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0
Loras Dubuque Central Coe Wartburg Buena Vista Simpson Luther Aaron Zauner/Photo Bureau
Man vs. Wild. Jamie Stallman (‘14) navigates the waters of the Upper Iowa during the kayak portion of the Adventure Race.
Dylan Hinton
Staff Writer
This Family Weekend, Luther College Wellness and Alpha Phi Omega teamed up to put on the annual Adventure Race, a triathlon with an Upper Iowa twist. The event began at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 with a three-mile canoe or kayak on the Upper Iowa River, a nine-mile bike ride on the Trout Run Trail and a three-mile run in the scenic prairie behind Regents. The race was open to teams and individuals, and the 70 participants in the event included students, faculty, community members and even families. “We’re the type of family that likes to do activities together,” Lori Huska, mother of Katherine Huska (‘15), said. “For us this was a great way to spend the weekend together.” Competitors could choose to race as a team and split the events between multiple participants, as Katherine and Lori Huska did, or as individuals. The river may have been low, but the energy and competitive spirit were high throughout the race. “Everyone seemed to love being out on the natural lands around Luther,” Adventure Race Co-chair Karen Davison (‘14) said. “It felt a little chaotic at times from the organizational end, but all the
participants seemed to feel it went smoothly and we couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day.” While some participants took their time rowing, biking or running to enjoy the weather and camaraderie, Dennis Ellingson (‘73) stayed ahead of the pack throughout each event of the race and finished three minutes before the second place competitor. “The best part of the race was the finish line,” 62-year-old Ellingson said. “I do swim, bike and run triathlons in the summer, but this was my first time in a kayak all year, so I loved that too, even if my hands are a little sore.” The Adventure Race is an annual event for APO and is a popular fundraiser for the service fraternity. In the past, the proceeds from the event have gone to maintenance on the Trout Run Trail, and APO will vote at the next meeting on where to direct the funds this year. The top three finishers were Ellingson with a time of 1:41.43, Erik Ohlrogge (‘16) with a time of 1:44.14 and Jon Jensen (‘89) with a time of 1:44.18. “Most of the people who helped out with the Adventure Race were APO members,” Davison said. “It’s a perfect way for members to meet their service hour requirement and have a really fun time.”
Overall 7-1-1 6-1 6-2 3-4-1 3-5-1 2-6 2-7 1-5
Recent scores: -Sept. 22 vs. St. Thomas L 0-1 Upcoming schedule: -Sept. 25 vs. St. Mary’s @ Winona* -Sept. 28 vs. Buena Vista @ Home
Volleyball Coe Wartburg Loras Simpson Luther Buena Vista Dubuque Central
IIAC 1-0 1-0 1-0 1-1 1-1 0-1 0-1 0-1
Overall 14-2 7-6 6-6 8-2 8-7 8-3 6-5 4-8
Recent scores: -Sept. 23 vs. Simpson W 3-2 Upcoming schedule: -Sept. 27 vs. Marian (Wisc.) @ Wisc. Dells -Sept. 27 vs. Wisconsin Lutheran @ Wisc. Dells
Women’s Tennis
Coe Luther Central Wartburg Loras Buena Vista Simpson Dubuque
IIAC 5-0 4-1 3-1 3-2 2-3 2-5 1-3 0-5
Overall 8-0 6-3 7-1 5-3 3-5 3-5 1-8 3-6
Recent scores: -Sept. 17 vs. Loras W 9-0 -Sept. 20-22 ITA/USTA Midwest Regional Results at https://gustavus.edu/athletics/wt/ archives/2014/draws.php Upcoming schedule: -Sept. 28 vs. Central @ Pella
Men’s Soccer
Loras Simpson Central Wartburg Coe Luther Buena Vista Dubuque
IIAC 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0
Overall 6-0-2 6-0-1 5-3 4-2-2 4-2-1 4-3 2-5 1-5-1
Recent scores: -Sept. 22 vs. St. Thomas L 2-3 (OT)
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Presidential race. Student Senate President Paul Esker (‘14) listens to some tunes as he runs alongside the river.
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Gonna soak up the sun. Katherine Huska (‘15) enjoys the weather on Saturday as she runs during the Adventure Race.
Upcoming schedule: -Sept. 25 vs. St. Mary’s @ Winona -Sept. 26 vs. Waldorf @ Home *No results as of production time