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Vol.17 / May 3, 2017
SOCIAL MEDIA GIANT UNDER FIRE:
AND THE DEBATE ON MONITORED CONTENT ALSO IN THIS GRUELING MARATHON SEES ONE FINISHER
EDITION:
VIDEO DATABASES OFFERING NEW EXPERIENCES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 RUNNING A TIGHT RACE
Unique Marathon Challenges Participants Both Physically And Mentally Like No Other
4 FACEBOOK VIOLENCE
Company’s Lack Of Control Under Fire After Murder Is Broadcast Nationally
Editors-in-Chief Adrianna Matamoros Victoria Alvarez Managing Editor Adam Yurkiewitz Video Producer Thorn Daniels Assistant Editors Kaitlyn Frame Shawn Johnson Web Coordinator Brian Martin Social Media Manager Gioia Sacco Copy Support Hadassa Delhomme Publishing Editor Calvin Jordan Staff Writers Kaitlin Armstrong Jorge Barbery Cueto Anthony Biagini James Bond Kyana Borbon Barbara Calixte Alexandre Carrier Guillomet Hadassa Delhomme Christina Diabo Alison Eaton Samuel Fagan Maria Freitas Christian Frelinghuysen Carly Rae Gallant Emily Galvin
Hunter Griffith Donish Henry-Cole Spencer Jackson Ashlan Kelly Cassidy Kruse Christian Lee Adam Leibowitz Sydney Lepselter Jessica Lyme Lana Macchiaverna Rachel Margolis Matthew Mazzamaro Yeina Melendez Vega Lucas Orellana Daniela Papadakis Ashley Pitre Briana Randall Karla Rosario Cesari Cary Rucker Mariah Ruiz Saad Gioia Sacco Darpan Shah Mehdi Shah Whitney Sharpe Roberto Torres Chenelle Vassell Jordan Verdadeiro Matthew Weitz
6 LYNN’S FILM LIBRARY
Many Unknown, Unused Video Sources Provide Students With A Fresh Way To Learn
7 NHL OUT FOR OLYMPICS
2018 Edition Of International Games Will Not Feature League Athletes, Per Collective Decision
Graduate Support Maria Cardenas Christelle Mehu Faculty Support Andrew Vermes Faculty Advisor Martin Phillips Stefanie Powers Faculty Advertising Advisor Gary Carlin
Above: Early last week, freshman Collin McClelland of the lacrosse team was named the Sunshine State Conference’s Defensive Player of the Week for the first time in his college career. LU Photo.
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NATIONAL EVENTS SIXTY HOUR MARATHON IS MORE THAN A RACE Tennessee-Based Trek Tests Competitors’ Endurance And Survival By MATT MAZZAMARO Staff Writer This year’s Barkley Marathon took place last month and saw only one finisher, just the fifteenth to cross the race’s finish line since the marathon’s founding in 1986. For many who have experienced the Tennessee-based trek, the Barkley Marathon is both unorthodox and obscure. Taking place in Frozen Head State Park near Wartburg, the grueling 100 mile race consists of a maximum of just 40 runners each year. As participants trek through the uneven mountainous terrain while braving the elements, they are given a 60 hour time limit to complete the race. Washington D.C. native John Kelly was the sole finisher this year, with just 30 minutes to spare. The conditions were not easy for Kelly and for the other racers, as snow and fog became huge factors in deterring many from finishing. “Kelly himself had a dramatic finish today,” said Tim Huebsch, writer for canadianrunning.com. “Conditions were bitterly cold and the runner ended up finishing the Barkley Marathon wearing a Walmart bag he found on the course.” According to Huebsch, Kelly almost failed to complete the course himself and collapsed upon finishing. “He almost didn’t make it through,” Huebsch continued. “After finishing, [Kelly] said that he passed out from lack of sleep. He doesn’t know how long he was sleeping but knows that it was within an hour and a half to the cutoff. It was the frigid conditions that woke him.” For those who were interested in
the challenge with a lesser intensity, the marathon featured an optional 60 mile “fun run” for individuals who were willing to complete three out of the five 20-mile loops. With no outside assistance, no cell phone service and a single map, the full Barkley Marathon is considered by many to be the equivalent to a modern day version of Lewis and Clark’s Northwest Passage. The race requires participants to abide by specific rules upon entering and beginning the race. In order to participate, runners are required to approach the starting line with a license plate from the state or country that they represent. The race officially begins at the sound of a conch, exactly 60 hours prior to its marked completion. For those within the marathon community, the Barkley Marathon
is not for the faint of heart. Besides having to bear frigid conditions, many runners are forced to drop out due to injuries suffered on the course’s rugged terrain, making the Barkley Marathon among the most dangerous in the nation. Those like Kelly, who have conquered the race’s challenges, are immortalized into Barkley Marathon’s history of surviving victors. As victory showered Kelly this year however, heartbreak was felt for Canadian runner Gary Robbins, who finished the race just six seconds after the time limit suspended. The entry fee for the marathon is set at $1.60 for those interested in participating. To find out more, visit the Barkley Marathon’s Facebook page, or visit its online platform at barkleymarathons.com.
Above: A weather-torn and tattered John Kelly crosses the finish line as the winner and sole finisher of the 2017 Barkley Marathon. Stock Photo.
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COVER DISCUSSING SOCIAL MEDIA’S ACTUAL SOCIAL Recent Facebook Murder Rekindles Argument On Divide By DARPAN SHAH Staff Writer Robert Godwin Sr. was walking home from an Easter meal with his family when he was shot and killed by a stranger, who then posted a video of the murder onto Facebook. Hours passed by before the graphic video was eventually removed from the platform by Facebook administrators. Despite its removal from its original page however, the video continues to be shared online. “We know we need to do better,” said Justin Osofsky, vice president of global operations
at Facebook, in a post the day following the incident. The social media company faced criticism for its handling of the video. “We disabled the suspects account within 23 minutes of receiving the first report about the murder video.” In an earlier statement, Facebook called the shooting “a horrific crime.” But this is just the latest in a growing list of disturbing videos of murder, suicide, tortures and be-headings published onto Facebook through live broadcasts or video uploads. The new video reignites old questions about how the social network handles offensive content.
Above: Robert Godwin Sr., the unwitting victim of a fatal gunshot filmed on Facebook, has been at the center of a social media discussion as a result of the shooting. Stock Photo.
Many questions arise about Facebook’s moderating and reviewing of this type of content globally, about the average response time for removing it and about whether Facebook saves
“WE WORK HARD TO KEEP A SAFE ENVIRONMENT ON FACEBOOK. WE DO NOT ALLOW THIS KIND OF CONTENT.” - Facebook administration. such content for law enforcement after its deletion. Facebook, like some of its peers within the tech industry, has traditionally remained vague on details of censorship within the community of Facebook users, generally pointing to community standards when issues of censorship come into detail. “We do not allow this kind of content on Facebook,” the company said in a statement. “We work hard to keep a safe environment on Facebook, and are in touch with law enforcement in emergencies when there are direct threats to physical safety.” Facebook relies on a combination of algorithms, actual employees and its community of users to flag offensive content, according to Stephen Balkam, founder and CEO of Family Online Safety Institute, a longtime member of Facebook’s safety advisory
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STORY RESPONSIBILITY IN MATTERS OF LIFE AND DEATH Between Organizational and Individual Flagging, Censorship board. “They have reviewers in Asia, they have reviewers in Europe and they have reviewers in North America,” Balkam says. “But at least some of that is likely to come from more affordable contractors in Southeast Asia.” Earlier in April, a Georgia teenager using Instagram Live accidentally shot and killed himself while handling a gun. Malachi Hemphill, 13, was broadcasting to friends using Instagram Live when he accidentally fired the weapon. Hemphill was allegedly encouraged by a friend to insert a clip shortly before the gun went off. Shaniqua Stephens, his mother, said that she heard the shot and found Hemphill in a pool of blood. “As he put the clip in the gun,” she said, “that is when the gun went off. My daughter screamed and said, ‘Mom turn his phone off!’” “As I proceeded to look at his phone,” continued Stephens, “He was on Instagram Live.” Although the accidental suicide was not broadcast onto Facebook like the Godwin case, it raised issues of user protection when it comes to video content. Pertaining to Godwin’s video, nearly two hours had passed before users reported it on Facebook, according to the company. Facebook disabled the account behind the video nearly half an hour after it had been reported. “The work of reviewing is treated as low status in Silicon Valley,” says Sarah T. Roberts, an assistant professor at UCLA studying online content moderation. “It [is] not the
Above: Friends and family of Godwin Sr. honored his life during a public service. Stock Photo.
Above: Facebook responded to the recent events with promises to improve the way video content is reported in the future. Stock Photo.
engineering department. It [is] the ugly and necessary output of these platforms.” In a lengthy manifesto about the future of Facebook published in February, CEO Mark Zuckerberg acknowledged the recent uploads as, “terribly tragic events that perhaps could have been prevented if someone had realized what was happening and reported them sooner.” Zuckerberg said Facebook is developing artificial intelligence to better flag content on the site. This system already generates about
one-third of all reports to the team that reviews content,” according to Zuckerberg’s post. Family and friends joined together to pay tribute to Robert Godwin Sr. for a public ceremony held on April 22 in Euclid, Cleveland. “It’s not always easy to forgive, but we know it’s what we have to do and it’s what my father taught us to do,” said Tonya R. GodwinBaines, Godwin’s daughter, in an interview with a Cleveland affiliate. ““I am so glad we had that time together. “
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TECHNOLOGY LIBRARY OFFERS FILM SERVICES TO AID STUDENTS Multimedia Programs And Services Cater To Various Majors By BRIAN MARTIN Web Coordinator Films may be primarily viewed as forms of entertainment designed to offer audiences a release from reality. However, schools and universities are implementing programs that encourages the use of films for educational purposes as well. For students who are required to see films for classes, the Lynn Library maintains an assortment of video services for everyone. These services cater to different students from separate majors and each provides each student a variety of video content to view. “When Lynn began the iPad initiative, the library decided we needed to provide video content that could be watched on these devices and linked from iTunes U,” said Leecy Barnett, Reference and Instruction librarian. “So we have been providing these services, beginning about four years ago.” The two main services that students can use are Films on Demand and Kanopy. Films on Demand has a catalog of documentaries, as well as a variety of categories such as current events that includes videos from news organizations such as NBC and ABC. Kanopy appeals more to those studying film with features of classic, foreign, art and documentary films, including modern classics such as 2009’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.” While these two video services are more general with their content, other video services provided by Lynn’s library are geared toward specific majors and differ in the
Above: Berliner Philharmoniker Digital Concert Hall, one of the databases specifically designed for music students, provides access to orchestral concerts on demand with ease. Stock Photo.
material they provide. Students majoring in psychology, business or music have their own video service to take advantage of. Psychology students may utilize counseling and therapy in video as a means of exposure to different types of psychology-related methods for different topics such as behavior therapy and psychotherapy. Watching these videos may help provide students with insight into how these practices are conducted. As for business students, the library features Prendisimo business and entrepreneurship films that allow users to gain access to content based on the professionals and industries within the business realm. Students using the service have the opportunity to learn about topics relating to leadership and entrepreneurship in the business world. For those studying music and the performing arts, the library features the Berlin Philharmoniker Digital Concert Hall and the Naxos Video Library. Both services showcase
concerts and other musical performances that benefit students’ area of study. “Students and faculty who have used these services love them,” said Barnett. “Unfortunately, many people in the Lynn community are not aware that the Library offers streaming videos.” To locate databases containing film and video content, students can visit the library’s online database platform. “If [there are those] who have not used the Lynn’s streaming video services, I would encourage everyone to go to the library’s databases page online and choose Audio and Video from the Database Type drop down menu,” said Barnett. “Then, choose one of our streaming services and give it a try.” Lynn’s video library give students access to a visual alternative to advancing their studies, as opposed to more traditional, print forms of conducting research and completing assignments.
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SPORTS NHL BACKS OUT OF WINTER OLYMPICS 2018 Injuries And Scheduling Force League To Cut Ties With Games By MADISON WAYNE Staff Writer
Ovechkin. “So, I don’t know what’s going to happen right now, but we just have to wait [to see] what they Recently, The National Hockey say, and we’ll see…but obviously, I League made the tough decision said I’m going to play.” to prevent any involvement with Ovechkin is one of many who the 2018 Winter Olympics. Despite share the mindset that it would be much discussion between the NHL an honor to play for their country. and the IOC, the two sides failed to In fact, Henrik Lundqvist echoed agree on a compromise regarding Ovechkin’s thoughts, tweeting, player’s travel and insurance costs. “Disappointing news, @NHL won’t Of the many arguments against be part of the Olympics 2018. A NHL Olympic participation, one of huge opportunity to market the the most obvious ones rest in the game at the biggest stage is break necessary to accommodate wasted.” the international games. Many Indeed, hockey fans have owners across the league have thus far shared the same level a distaste for the 17-day break of frustration as the players. By required in February. Certainly, that cutting ties with the Olympics, time frame is a valuable market fans are prevented from seeing opportunity in the sports world, as the best athletes compete on an neither the NFL or the MLB play in international level. “I am upset, but it will grow the sport for the amateur guys,” said Noah Linkner, sophomore. “For example, a guy who doesn’t make it to the NHL has the chance to prove why he needs an NHL contract in the Olympics. It will be another farm system for the NHL.” Looking beyond the current situation, there is a possibility that the two sides could reach an agreement prior to the Olympics. As of now, players who decide to attend the Olympics will most likely face punishment by the league. While the move goes against the ideals of hockey fans alike, there is solid evidence backing the NHL’s decision, giving them the upper hand moving forward. Read more about the decision Above: Many players have expressed a growing frustration following NHL’s decision against partnering with the Olympics. Stock Photo. online at nhl.com. February. Aside from the scheduling issue, injuries have been a cause for concern regarding NHL involvement in the Olympics. In the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barlow and New York Islanders center John Tavares stood among the crowd of noteworthy injuries from the Games. As a result, the players’ seasons are threatened by participating in the Olympics, a source of contention for owners and officials alike. Of course, the players have varying opinions on this. Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin maintains his intention to play in the Olympics, despite the NHL’s recent decision. “My decision is the same,” said
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Lynn’s iLynn, graduate and doctoral commencement ceremony will be hosted May 12, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Sports and Cultural Center. Undergraduate commencement will take place the following day at 10 a.m. in the same center. Read more at lynn. edu/events. LU Photo.
ATHLETICS
UPCOMING EVENTS Flavors Of Ireland Reception 5/3 @ 6 p.m. | Wold Center Salon
WOMEN’S NEXT GAME
Date
GOLF @ NCAA South/SE Regional 5/8 GOLF @ NCAA South/SE Regional 5/9
Time 8 a.m. 8 a.m.
Isaacson Innovation Challenge 5/3 @ 7 p.m. | IBC First Floor A Grand Night For Singing Production 5/3 @ 7:30 p.m. | Wold Performing Arts Cntr.
MEN’S NEXT GAME
Date
Time
BASEBALL @ Embry-Riddle
5/5
6 p.m.
BASEBALL @ Embry-Riddle
5/5
1 p.m.
BASEBALL @ Embry-Riddle
5/5
4 p.m.
“I graduated from Lynn because the staff and students believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself,” said Ashley Cacicedo, alumni with a B.A. in American studies and M.S. in communication and media. Read more about Cacicedo and others who reflect on their time at Lynn at lynn.edu. LU Photo.
Class Of 2017 In Concert 5/4 @ 7:30 p.m. | AG Concert Hall Conservatory Student Recital 5/5 @ 2 p.m. | AG Concert Hall