Marian High School Network May15 by Marian Student Publications

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Volume 59 Issue 7

May 2015

Marian graduate to become principal in June kathleenbever

fter one year of Mrs. Kathy Tompkins and Ms. Rochelle Rohlfs acting as co-principals, Marian has announced Mrs. Susie Sullivan ‘80 as the principal for the 2015-2016 school year. The Marian graduate, who currently teaches American history and English at Russell Middle School in Omaha, knew that when the job became open, it would be a good fit. “I became interested in administration several years ago, but I was very picky about where I could work as principal,” Sullivan said. “I had to believe 100 percent of what the school stood for in order to work there.” Sullivan has been a strong believer of the Marian experience since she was a student here. “There are so many intangibles when one goes to Marian, things that you cannot explain to someone who has not gone here, or has not experienced it through a daughter,” Sullivan said. “I am familiar with the strong tradition of excellence and community at Marian and how important it is to keep those traditions going.” Aside from the Marian spirit, which Sullivan describes as “difficult to put into words” but “you know it is still there,” she understands the value of a Marian education. “It is imperative that [girls] have a safe place to find their best selves,” Sullivan said. “The all-girls environment and the presence of the Servants of Mary [and] the freedom to explore and learn in a collaborative, supportive and spiritual environment” are important aspects of a Marian education, according to Sullivan. And, like Sullivan can attest, the impact of the education does not end after graduation. “My college experience, 1,000 miles away from home, was not

overwhelming because I was academically prepared. I was not afraid to speak up in class or ask questions of professors because of my Marian background,” Sullivan said. “The lessons I learned at Marian have carried over into every aspect of my life.” Sullivan also feels passionate about the spirituality and faith life of Marian. “My years at Marian had a lasting impact on my own faith development. The faith formation provided by the Servants of Mary, the administration and faculty will resonate with students for the rest of their lives,” Sullivan said. Even though the religious environment has had such a positive impact on Sullivan, she acknowledges the challenges that may arise in a Catholic school. “There are so many challenges to our faith, it will be important to work with the Servite sisters and the Marian administration and faculty in making sure that we are all living up to our full potential in Mary’s image,” Sullivan said. Marian has not only had an impact on Sullivan, but it has affected the rest of her family, too. The alum had four

Marian’s biggest fans Mrs. Susie Spethman Sullivan ‘80 (in black) and Sr. Mary Gehringer and other Servants of Mary enjoy watching the Field Day festivities on April 24 at Sokol Arena. Sullivan wears a similar expression in the photo on the left, a picture of her as in the fall of her senior year.

sisters and five cousins attend Marian. She has a niece graduating this year and six potential nieces coming in the next five years. “When I look at my sisters, we all come from this same place, this same sense of strength and confidence which Marian instilled in each of us,” Sullivan said. Sullivan, a mother of three, notes how Marian has also influenced her sons. “In my own family, my Marian

Mrs. Susie Sullivan

Get to know the new principal • Graduate of the Marian Class of 1980 & Carroll College in Helena, MT • 1979 Homecoming queen • Current history & English teacher • Starts as principal on June 15, 2015 • Can be found at Marian meeting with president Ms. Mary Higgins, and current co-principals Mrs. Kathy Tompkins and Ms. Rochelle Rohlfs

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Blast from the past Mrs. Susie Spethman Sullivan (left) pictured with the Homecoming princesses of 1979. Photo courtesy of the 1980 yearbook

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Features In-Depth Marian girls around the world Field Day 2015

experience is reflected in how I have raised my own children. I have three grown sons, all Creighton Prep graduates, who have a deep respect for education.” Sullivan never had any daughters to send to Marian, but that didn’t stop her from staying connected with her alma mater. “I was able to keep in touch with Marian traditions through [my sons’] friends and my niece,” Sullivan said. She has also attended multiple alumnae events throughout the years. Sullivan recognizes the impact a principal can have on the Marian community for years to come. She hopes that her leadership will help students take advantage of their Marian experience so that it will continue to benefit them throughout their lives. “You don’t just go to Marian — you experience it and the lessons you learn are with you for a lifetime,” Sullivan said. “The camaraderie, the faith, the spirit of service, which is nurtured at Marian, stick with you forever. I hope to continue this experience for all girls and create new traditions to solidify the Marian legacy.”

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Entertainment Omaha unlocked

The Network [May 2015]

[2] News

Fallen Heroes exhibit moves community kaylasullivan

A new vending option came to Marian on March 27. It offers healthy snacks and drinks from $1-$2.75. This fresh vendor also offers the ability to pay with a credit card, an option students have never had access to before. Marian receives a percentage of sales from the machine. More than 17 healthy vending machines have been installed in the Metro area.

“I use it every day. I like the tea, and sometimes I get fruit strips or pistachios.” -Mariah Kaup ‘18

“I purposely don’t bring cash to school so I don’t buy anything from the vending machine. But now it takes credit cards...” -Laura Tatten ‘17

“I pretty much only get the lemonade. Overall, I think it’s pretty reasonably priced.” -Emma Bidroski ‘15

Graphic by sarahmullen

arian hosted the Fallen Heroes appreciation of sacrifice by visiting of Nebraska Memorial in the and reflecting upon the display. Quad April 27-29. During their social As Baker explained, unlike previous wars and world conflicts, studies classes, students had the opportunity to visit the memorial the vast majority of Americans do not have a stake in this war. Baker and pay their respects to the men believes it is important to ensure that and women who have lost their lives Marian girls are not in the Iraq and Baker believes it is ignorant about the heroic Afghanistan wars since Sept. 11. The important to ensure actions and sacrifices made by Nebraskan traveling exhibit that Marian girls are soldiers during the war. features a large patriotic display not ignorant about “It makes the war and sacrifices of war visible with photographs, the heroic actions to kids,” Baker said of flags and quotes. Students were and sacrifices made the exhibit. After a short two days able to write down thoughts of gratitude by Nebraskan soldiers on display, the memorial was taken down and or reflection on during the war. moved to the airport. It red, white and blue is hoped that guests to sheets of paper. The Omaha for the Berkshire Hathaway anonymous notes were pinned to a event will take a moment to honor the bulletin board off to the side. Social Nebraskan heroes who have lost their Studies Department chair Mr. Tom lives to violence in recent years. Baker hoped to instill in students an

Vending machine gone green

Letters to the fallen A board for reflections about war, sacrifice and patriotism stands next to the display. As students visited the memorial throughout its stay, they were encouraged to keep the space sacred. Photo by kaylasullivan

Summer reading All-school read

iPad UPDATE:

Hold Tight, Don’t Let Go by Laura Rose Wagner

What to know before summer break

Selected by the World Language Department, this novel of Haiti is heartwarming and unlike anything you’ve read before.

Freshmen:

-Must replace damaged iPads for a $49 fee -Will be able to keep iPads over the summer to use for the 2015-2016 school year

Coming soon to theaters Papertowns by John Green

Sophomores:

-Will receive a new iPad at the beginning of the 2015-2016 school year -iPads currently being used are available to purchase for $125 -If there is physical damage but the student does not wish to purchase the iPad, she must pay a $49 fee -If there is physical damage and the student wishes to keep her iPad, she will be able to buy a replacement iPad for $49 and then pay the $125 fee to purchase the iPad from Marian

Give this book a read before seeing it come to life on the big screen on July 24.

Dystopian sci-fi 1984 by George Orwell This timeless novel is the perfect way to keep your mind active all summer long.

Juniors:

-Must replace damaged iPads for a $49 fee -Will be able to keep iPads over the summer to use for the 2015-2016 school year

___________________________________________________ ~Mr. Billy Deibler and Mrs. Jane Campbell will be in the Quad on Monday, May 11 to collect all iPad fees~ Graphic by emilybashus

Fantasy Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern This romantic fantasy is sure to keep your imagination alive this summer.

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NEWS [3]

THE NETWORK [MAY 2015]

TARS & STARS

Technical Aide Student Theater Aide Resource Students Resource Students What is the TAR program?

What is the STAR program?

“The TARS at Marian are like the technology help for the Marian staff and student body. Juniors apply and six girls are chosen. We work during the week and in the summer.” - Maggie White

“The STAR program is a group of Marian students who help out in the PAC, running the lights and sound for any show there during the school or an outside rental.” - Kate Schwaller

Who are the TARS?

Who are the STARS?

Faith Vinton ‘16, Savannah Nichols ‘16 Collette Gillaspie ‘16, Emma McGill ‘16 Sierra Strattan ‘16, Madeline Allen ‘16 Kaitlyn Pfannenstiel ‘16, Kate Schwaller ‘17 Maggie White ‘16, and Ashley Yakopec ‘16 Meredith Zielie ‘17, and Nithali Sridhar ‘16

What do the TARS do? “We help students and teachers with any tech problems, we do the field day DVD, mass setup and deal with the ipads and laptop checkout” - Madeline Allen

What are the TARS summer duties?

What do the STARS do? “We control the sound board, the light board, and the spotlights.” - Collette Gillaspie

What are the STARS summer duties?

“To help Mr. Diebler and Mrs. Campbell set up the new computer and Apple TVs. Along with redoing/ reloading the sophomore and incoming freshman iPads.” - Savannah Nichols

“In the summer, we are notified by Mrs. Delisi if someone wants to rent out the PAC for an event. We then run the lights, sound, and spot lights during rehearsals and the show. - Kaitlyn Pfannenstiel

What is a funny TAR story?

What is a funny STAR story?

What is the best thing about being a TAR?

What is the best thing about being a STAR?

“I was touching random buttons on “One time I spent my entire study hall the sound board just to see what would trying to fix Pegasus the printer. I was doing all sorts of technical stuff. I couldn’t happen. Right after I pressed a new button, get it to work! After almost thirty minutes the fire alarm went off. Nithali was like “What did you do?!” We both screamed. I I realized it was just out of paper.” felt so guilty because I definitely thought I - Maggie White set them off.” - Collette Gillaspie

“Learning more about technology and knowing what to do in certain situations when things are not working.” - Savannah Nichols

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“My favorite thing about the STAR program is that it helps me explore the technical aspect of the theatre, and learn more about how it all works. I love all aspects of theatre, and I am glad I get to learn more about the tech that goes into it.” - Kate Schwaller

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Interview by erinmartinez

Alex Regan Co-Valedictorian

Sarah Cronin Co-Valedictorian

What advice do you have for students about maintaining good grades? A

Turn in things on time, keep up with the work, and study for tests.

Don’t sleep in class, pay attention.

Set time aside every day to work on homework and try not to procrastinate, especially on long term projects.

Katlyn Martin Salutatorian

What was your favorite class you’ve taken in all of high school? A Sociology or AP Biology. S

Sociology II.

Government was my favorite class because of Mr. Baker.

Magistro impacts Marian in many ways charlotteelsasser

s. Adrianna Magistro has been the late Joan Rivers. It was just a twinkle in the eye of Marian ridiculous. I think there is a video ever since her first day as a student in of that somewhere,” Magistro said. August 2005. During her years as a After graduating Marian in 2009, young Marian girl, she was involved she attended Creighton University as a Class Officer, class historian and majored in secondary education (unofficially), a page editor for “The with an endorsement in English and a Network,” and more. Now, almost minor in Dance. seven years after her graduation in For the 2015-2016 school year and 2009, she will be a new addition to beyond, Magistro will no longer be the English department. seen in Marian’s attendance office. Before she was chosen to be a new She can be found in her very own English teacher, she student-taught classroom, where she will be teaching under Mrs. Amy Bauman during the English. first semester of the 2013-2014 school Senior Alyssa Davis got to year. She then began substituting for experience Magistro’s teaching style the attendance when she secretary, student Mrs. Karen taught for Brown, and Bauman began the full and thinks time position she will be in the fall of a wonderful 2014. She has teacher. sat at the front “I think desk, greeted she will newcomers, be great, managed because attendance, she made taken care of The Face of Marian Ms. Adrianna Magistro smiles as she the lessons ill students and greets students at the front desk. Photo by charlotteelsasser relevant to asked, “How is us. When your day going?” to just about every she taught us “Jane Eyre,” she would student, teacher and visitor. connect things to modern day to help “There are so many people who it make sense.” I come into contact with every day. As an English teacher at Marian, I mean, I come into contact with she plans to use all of the important hundreds of people a day. It would skills she learned from her teachers in be easy to simply do the attendance high school while teaching her future work and call it a day,” Magistro said. students, “[They] instilled in me an “However, getting to know people by insatiable appetite for knowledge. simply asking a few more questions I can vividly remember in both of has helped me to do my best job in their classes feeling inspired to read here.” more consciously and critically. They Visitors and students notice more challenged me to seek deeper truths than just her compassion when they through,” she said. come to Marian — they notice her Whether she has been a Marian hilarious sense of humor. It was put girl, student teacher or attendance on display, most memorably, when secretary, Magistro has put a smile she was a Class Officer in the senior on others’ faces for years. Her Walk-a-Thon skit in 2008. experiences of different perspectives “One of my favorite memories of is sure to make her a perfect fit for her being a Class Officer was our senior new teaching career here at Marian. Walk-a-Thon skit. I impersonated

What is the key to being successful in school? A

Use your planner.

Paying attention in class and taking good notes.

The key to being successful in school is figuring out how you study best.

What are your future plans for college/life? A S K

I am going to Fordham in NYC as pre-med and I want to attend medical school at either Columbia, Penn, or Georgetown. I want to be a neonatologist. I’m going to double major in environmental engineering and astrophysics at University of Minnesota Twin Cities until I decide between the two majors. I’m going to Saint Louis University to double major in political science and international studies, with a minor in Spanish.

What classes/ extracurriculars benefited you the most? Why? A

Class Officers has benefited me the most as an extracurricular. The Honors Independent Research class also helped me to find the specialty I want to study.

Calculus BC because that is the class I’ll use the most in my future.

Speech has really helped improve my confidence and writing ability. Government expanded and refined my point of view.

To whom or what do you owe your success? A

I owe my success to my planner.

My dad for insisting that I do well in school.

A lot of people. My parents for teaching me good study habits and my friends for pushing me to do well in school.

Opinion [4]

The Network [May 2015]

The Staff Speaks: Twitter trends that took over #2k14-15 #ButThatsNoneOfMyBusiness

#JustGirlyThings

#ThingsTimHowardCouldSave

#Meninism

glitter just girly things

he 2014 FIFA Men’s World Cup — a loss for the United States, but a win for U.S. goalie Tim Howard. He set the World Cup record for the most saves in a game with 16 stops against Belgium. For soccer enthusiasts, this was more than impressive. For social media lovers, this news was even more entertaining than when Kim Kardashian (almost) broke the Internet. The hashtag #ThingsTimHowardCouldSave broke out all over Twitter and other media. Creativity sparked as fans photoshopped Tim Howard saving past disasters: Howard blocking the airplane from crashing into the Twin Towers on September 11, stopping Kanye West from interrupting Taylor Swift during the 2009 VMA Awards, or even catching the meteorite before it struck Earth and killed all the dinosaurs. This hashtag was a “good shot” for World Cup fans and non-watchers alike to support their country and recall the past in a humorous light.

Photos courtesy of twitter.com

arian girls are sisters. The bond between us is so strong, our menstrual cycles are even in sync. There’s a trend where, one week each month, it seems that every Marian girl is on her period #JustGirlyThings. This hashtag extends far beyond menstrual cycles and is relatable to every female in the world, especially students at all-girl high schools. Hair problems, outfit-choosing problems, “I wish I had a boyfriend” problems: these are issues that apply specifically to girls and are a total mystery to men. The hashtag pokes fun at the silly things girls do, but sometimes blurs the line between joking about painting nails and making fun of female attributes that should be celebrated, not mocked. Why would boys tweet #JustGirlyThings when they aren’t girls? As long as people recognize it means no offense, this trending hashtag can remind girls that other girls feel the same pains and can help girls laugh off mornings when they went to bed with straight hair and woke up with frizzy curls.

ermit the Frog might be one of the most neutral children’s show characters of all time. He is a puppet, so his facial expression never changes. He doesn’t seem to have any cares in the world, especially when he is pictured sipping Lipton tea. The image of Kermit sipping tea is so non-emotional and unpersuaded that the photo has been attached to many tweets within the past year to evoke the vibe that “I don’t care. That’s none of my business.” But not everyone knows that the picture actually represents the hashtag #ButThatsNoneOfMyBusiness and isn’t just a meaningless but wellexecuted Photoshop job. Despite how seemingly unopinionated Kermit looks, this trending photo and accompanying hashtag are sassy and sarcastic. Twitter gets heated when people use the Kermit hashtag to point out contradictions in others’ tweets or opinions. Kermit was once a popular children’s character, but now he’s calling people out on social media. While the world changes, kids’ frog puppets never should.

My top six favorite moments at Marian

have made countless memories over my last four years here at Marian, from my very first Surprise Day to my very last Marian Moms. Listed below are just six of my favorites, listed in increasing order. Starting out with number six, freshman year this weird thing happened where One Direction took over Marian. They were everywhere. I could not take more than two steps without seeing at least two members of the beloved boy band taped to the lockers and on people’s backpacks. To this day I am still convinced Marian played a large part in One Direction popularity in the United States. Claiming the number five spot is Freshmen in Wonderland. Freshmen in Wonderland rocked. I showed up to my very first Field Day, rocking my periwinkle and orange card costume, pigtails and all. This was probably the first time I had really appreciated Marian for the crazy, weird, amazing place that it is. I remember sitting there in the stands and being extremely confused, but I had never felt more adrenaline in my

young life. The moment that head of School Dr. Susan Toohey said “In third place, Freshmen!” was honestly one of the most exhilarating moments I have ever experienced. Number four has to go to student sections. Boy, do I love a good student section. Student sections are by far the most exciting things to be a part of. I would tell all you underclassmen to go to as many games as you can where there is going to be a student section, and if there isn’t one, make one. I have also had the privilege of seeing both sides of a student section, leading it (please note that I have been a cheerleader for the last four years) and being in it. Both are unexplainably magnificent experiences that I will treasure for the rest of my life. I wouldn’t want to dress up like a frat guy for any other team besides the Crusaders #softtweet. My third favorite memory is the Juniors on the Job Field Day Cheer stomp. I have been a part of Field Day cheer since sophomore year, and I can honestly say that Juniors on the Job changed my life. I have never felt

A Year in Review

more pride in anything I have ever done than the second that stomp was over and I could hear all 143 girls in the junior class (at the time) screaming their lungs out because we thought we were so awesome. It was a magical experience that I will truly never forget. By far one of my favorite Marian moments, and honestly just life moments, is winning Field Day. Every Marian girl deserves to know how it feels to win Field Day, because there is no other feeling like it. I have never ran so fast, screamed so loud, or hugged so many people in my entire life. It is such an intense experience that some even walk away from the victory mosh pit with a few bruises and maybe a scratch or two. I really just cannot put into words how truly magical of an experience it is. It is without a doubt the best way to end my Marian career. To university and beyond. My final favorite memory would have to be writing this column. I have

Marian students recall their favorite memories from the 2014-2015 school year

he feminist movement began in Western Europe in the late 19th century. It gained popularity and eventually earned women the right to vote and an overall more equal view within society. The meninist movement began in social media in the second half of 2014. It gained popularity and eventually angered women and disgraced the word “equality” within society. The juxtaposition between feminism and meninism could not be more clear. Although meninists do have a fair point in asking to end double standards, the way to end those is not by making fun of women more and thereby creating a triple standard that women should not only stop judging men, but they should start laughing at themselves for doing it as well. #Meninism should not be trending, as it shames both females and males alike. The hashtag is one that you have to laugh into your pillow when reading a tweet to muffle the fact that it is actually funny sometimes, then launch the pillow across the room to vent your anger that anyone would ever say something so ridiculous and rude.

The Real Sam Chaney

samchaney thoroughly enjoyed getting to share a little bit of my life with all of you over the past year. I have told you all about everything from my love of my uniform, to my overcoming a drastic haircut. This has been a huge part of my senior year and I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. I will really miss writing this column, mostly because I love to have people read what I write, and I like to write about things that I care about, like voting (I’m 18 now! You guys know what that means, I can vote!). I cannot thank all of you enough for reading this column. This is the Real Sam Chaney, signing off for the last time.

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2 3-Jack and Jack/Gnimocemoh (Oct. 24): Internet stars, Jack 1 and Jack, rose to popularity, and their impersonators, seniors Anabelle McDonald 2-#ForTheBanner (Oct. 17): The softball team and Lucy Findley were even marked one of its most successful seasons 3 emcees at the students vs. with a place on the state banner in the gym staff Gnimocemoh volleyball game. Photos by megansmith, annawinkeler, tayloreicher, katiepallesen & emmiemcminn

1-Ice Bucket Challenge: While the first Challenge was made in July, the trend didn’t take off until Aug. 4.

4-The Little Mermaid (Oct. 30Nov. 9): Marian’s most buzzworthy musical hit the stage last year 5-Sorority Shirts: These college spirit shirts took both high school and college campuses by storm.

The Network [May 2015]

Opinion [5]

Behind the Curtain

lizzyvandyke

Smile because it happened

imagine my first year of college is going a lot like my first year of high school... I walk in to an unfamiliar building with my head held up high and my naturally-straight hair down and re-straightened, secretly hoping everyone gossips about how pretty I am without trying. “Yeah, I pretty much woke up like five minutes before I had to leave... I don’t even care... or try... at anything...” Lying through my teeth in an attempt to look effortlessly cool. Someone asks me how my morning’s going, and I gaze off to the side a little bit cleverly respond with, “Oh you know, it’s going” And mentally high five myself. In addition to that, I have played several scenarios through my head imagining all the years that have to happen after that show-stopping entrance, and they go something like this... I’m sitting at lunch with my cool new friends and my cool new cafeteria food and I get Cheeto fingers. Out of habit I wipe my hands on my uniform skirt because somehow it magically rids my paws of artificial cheese and disappears into the skirt never to be seen again, only to look down and find

a fresh stain on my new real people clothes... Never to be removed again. I am going to a Halloween party dressed as a pregnant teenager from the movie Juno or the ice bucket challenge and not quite fitting in with the cats and nurses, whereas here at Marian I got second place in a costume contest. One time I put one of the leftover over hot dogs from Marian Moms in Audrey Burt’s headband and she never noticed. I think I should refrain from pulling a stunt like that in college, at least at first. They say wisdom comes with age, but here I am, only eighteen, proud to share my theory that the bestthought-out and most sincere form of revenge, the best cure for a break up, and the best feminist stand is TP-ing the same boy down the street over and over, weekend after weekend. Teacher-student interactions are important. Building a mutual respect with an adult is extremely healthy for children during their teenage years. Best exemplified: Ms. Reif’s briefcase spilled open sophomore year and outpoured a plethora of old banana peels. No questions were asked, I just quietly gathered them and continued my art work. One time I stole a Camelback water bottle from the Quad and I have never truly forgiven myself for that, but my own pride continues to stand in the way of me returning it to its rightful owner. Sorry “Maggie.” I hope I surround myself with a group of friends that help me make better decisions. After this glimpse into my potential future, I realize how thankful I am for the many rare and specific scenarios that could have only happened to me at Marian. I will take these unusual lessons and with me as I transition into my next four years and attempt to make new friends at least half as cool as my Marian sisters.

Two is better than one blairkellner

he saying “two is better than one” is truly correct when it comes to swimsuits. Two pieces allow you the option to mix and match with different pieces. You could buy a pair of the black bottoms, which gives you the excuse to buy two different style of tops. This gives you the perfect opportunity to show off some crazy color combinations. I can remember when I was younger, my parents used to always take us to Limited Too at the beginning of the summer to let us buy a new suit for the year. My older sister and I always went straight for the two pieces. Her favorite kind was a tankini with a good zebra print, as where I went for the two pieces with the perfect floral print. One pieces don’t give you the opportunity to avoid those awful tan lines, plus some one pieces aren’t fitted in the right areas. I can still remember the horror story of when I was at the water park at the wonderful age of 6. I was rocking my florescent orange onepiece with a little bit of fringe to stay

in style, and I felt like I ruled the pool. I was chilling in the wave pool minding my own business when the worst possible thing happened, I had to go to the bathroom. As my short legs scurried to restroom, I came upon another disaster, the line for the women’s bathroom. There in my state of emergency, I did what any six-year-old girl would do, I started crying. As I swallowed my tears waiting in line, I then saw my next obstacle, realizing how hard it is to go to the bathroom. A two-piece swimsuit gives you the perfect opportunity to show off your style, and it can also be save you money if you choose wisely. So the next time you find yourself roaming around a store, choose to show off your unique style in a two-piece.

Summer Bucket List

Cut out the list and check off the items as you complete the ultimate summer bucket list!

Go to the zoo Molly Miller ‘16 Learn a language Delaney Villareal ‘17

Graphic by maevenelson

Shower Thoughts With Lizzy:

Attend a concert Katie Siwa ‘15

Meet Barack Obama Maggie White ‘16

HAPPY SUMMER!

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One piece fits all emilybashus

love a good one-piece swimsuit. There, I said it. If you asked me two years ago if I would ever wear one, I would’ve said that I would never be caught dead in one. Fifteen-year-old me was adamant that one pieces were for toddlers and the elderly. What changed my mind? The day I became a swim teacher. My newfound love has flourished as I have realized how durable a trusty one-piece can be. Who doesn’t love water slides? Crazy people, that’s who. I bet the people who wear two-pieces and love water slides don’t love the part at the bottom where they lose half of their suit. Last summer when I strayed away from my love for one-pieces and conformed to society by breaking out the not-so-trusty bikini for one of my daily trips to the pool, I immediately regretted my decision. I was waiting

in line for the water slide and I knew it could only end one way — when I made it to the bottom, part of my suit would be missing. This terrifying moment only reaffirmed my developing love and convinced me I was making the right decision by being a loyal supporter of the one-piece. I made it to the bottom fully clothed, but I’m pretty sure that was only because I was holding onto my swimsuit top as if my life depended on it. After being reintroduced to the one-piece as a teenager (I used to work a one-piece as a toddler, if I may say so myself), I cannot imagine my life without it. If it was socially acceptable to go to the grocery store in a swimsuit, you can bet I would show up in my one-piece. Now let’s take a minute to recognize those of us who already flaunt a one-piece during the summer: you go, girl. It takes a special person to stray away from the norms of society and do that. When you are buying the newest swimwear of 2015, take a moment and consider how wonderful your life would be if you started to rock a onepiece.

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6-State Volleyball (Nov. 15th): The team earned it’s third consecutive State win. 7- Talent Show (Jan. 28th): The fan favorites included rappers Mr. DeLeonardis and Mr. Cunningham, and the winners, the Speech team.

9-Selfie Sticks: While selfie sticks were patented 8-Surprise Day (Feb. 13th): in 1983, their popularity DJ Hot Boy and a morning put them on Time’s 25 breakfast were just two of Best Inventions of 2014 the best kept secrets for this List. year’s surprise day.

11-Zayn leaves One 10-State swimming (Feb Direction: “I am still getting used to it. I get that he 28th): The swim & dive needed a break but I am team made a splash at state, earning their first still upset,” freshman Haley championship since 2007. Golden said of Zayn’s split. graphic by megansmith&annawinkeler

Opinion [6]

The Network [May 2015]

The lingering issue: how hospitable are local cafés? charlotteelsasser

s I write this, I am zeroing in on my second hour in the Scooter’s Coffeehouse on 102nd and Maple. I also plan on being here for an additional three hours. Ever since I moved into this neighborhood three years ago, I have frequented the Scooter’s by my house a minimum of once a month. It is a five-minute walk from my house, so before I had a car it was easy to make the trek there and not want to leave. I once spent a solid 12 hours inside of this coffee shop typing a 14-page government paper from start to finish (my apologies to Mr. Baker). I bought five drinks and had two meals delivered to me while I was there. I procrastinated this paper for as long as I could, and I needed to take refuge in an oversized booth while listening to a remix of Justin Timberlake’s “Cry Me a River.” The good news is that I finished my paper; the bad news is that I did not get the amazing grade I thought I would get from abusing a barista’s hospitality. I can imagine I was overstaying my welcome in the eyes of some coffeeshop-goers. I am tolerant, most of the time, of others who need to move into the comfy chairs on the far end of the café for a day. Admittedly, I have had the occasional annoying experience when a guy sat in the

big booth for six hours with just his cellphone and my friends and I were forced to push multiple tables together to work on our school project. So how long is it acceptable to linger in a café? One, five or even 12 hours? I suppose it depends on both the person and the business. I can personally attest that the Scooter’s on 102nd and Maple, the Starbucks in downtown Omaha, the Panera on 76th and Dodge and

the 402 coffee shop in Benson are all very hospitable establishments. Legally, a restaurant or café cannot kick someone out unless they are being rowdy, disturbing the peace, or unnecessarily taking up needed space. I vividly remember movies and T.V.. episodes where a helpless, beautiful young woman is stood up in a busy restaurant on a Friday night and is asked by a snotty waitress to leave. Unfortunately, if this

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incident happens to a real life girl, she is actually required to leave the restaurant so beautiful women with dates can sit down. So, if it is busy and I have been there for two hours without ordering food, I do have to leave if asked. A year ago, I visited Paris, France. My host family took me out for lunch and about two hours into the meal, I began to worry we would be late for dinner. An hour later, the father of the family reluctantly said that they should leave “early.” In other counties, coffee dates and family dinners will often be one to five hours long. Perhaps the worry of abusing a welcome is an American thing. All I know, is that no barista or Panera waiter has ever asked me to leave, even after my fourth hour. Although, if I tried to the pull the same thing at fancy restaurant such as P.F. Chang’s or Mahogany, I wouldn’t guess that I would be welcomed as warmly. It is important to remember that the rule of lingering varies on the location. In order to determine to hospitality of a local restaurant, the essentials are to smell coffee in the air, hear indie remixes in the background, and find loveseats that are fit for sleeping. Once those important components are found, a warm welcome for hours to come is guaranteed.

Sex trafficking problem closer than we think laurenwarner

t’s a problem that is not a world away. It’s a problem that affects more than one group of people. It’s a problem that enslaves the most people in the world’s history. It’s a problem that is exponentially growing each year. It’s a problem often unseen by the outside world. The problem? Sex trafficking. Sex trafficking occurs daily in the United States, even in Omaha. It can happen to anyone. Sex traffickers currently enslave up to 37 million people, and the number enslaved is rising each year. Often, people don’t know it is a problem in their country, in their city, or in their neighborhood. This is an issue the world needs to be educated on. Stephen O’Meara, who works for the Omaha Child Exploitation Task Force, talked about the issue of sex trafficking at the Servants of Mary Convent, on March 26. O’Meara focused on the locality of sex trafficking.

O’Meara introduced the three main groups of people who make up the trade. There are the victims, the perpetrators and the consumers. Without these groups, sex trafficking would not have become the second largest criminal industry making $152 billion worldwide, only led by the drug trade. O’Meara also described cases of a couple women caught in the sex industry in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area. He emphasized that traffickers focus on people with the following areas of weakness: age, disability, addiction, poverty and isolation. In one story, a 19-year-old female was kidnapped from an Omaha homeless shelter and was taken to be a prostitute in Council Bluffs. She was taken to a hotel where she would see customers. She was brave enough to convince her traffickers she needed to get to the front desk to get towels. Once she reached the front desk,

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she called the police. She was rescued, and when her mom came, she said she didn’t recognize her daughter. After only three days, her traffickers and the consumers had completely transformed this 19-year-old victim into someone unrecognizable, even to her mom. In another story, a young 19-yearold mom was kidnapped from Texarkana (the border of Texas and Arkansas). After being victimized for a week, she was found in Omaha. She was in a car curled into the fetal position, crying. She had been completely traumatized, as her perpetrators were using her 9-weekold baby to make her stay and do what they said. Stories like these make the problem real. It is up to us to do what we can to help victims that go through similar experiences. One foundation that supports victims of trafficking is called Rapha House. Rapha House helps victims of

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trafficking by teaching them how to make things like purses, wallets, bags, laptop cases, and other items that people use daily. Through this organization, victims are able to get out of the cycle of trafficking. Also, O’Meara says that as people of faith, we are the ones that are called to see the problem, become educated on it and do something. One thing he focused on is God, and how without God, we aren’t going to solve this issue. Even with all the programs out there to help survivors, the trade is still growing. O’Meara fought for the point that Christians are the ones who must help bring God into this and make other people become comfortable with that. Because without Him, the cycle will keep going, and people will still be enslaved in the 21st Century. But with Him, the cycle will end, and all the enslaved can be free in the 21st Century.

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ummer camp — a tradition that we canoed out to a cliff and we jumped Marian students look forward to all off of it. That was my favorite day,” year long. Marian is home to campers, she said. counselors-in-training and counselors Wagoner isn’t the only Marian girl alike. To some, summer camp may to have a unique camp experience. bring back memories from elementary Freshman Gillian Krueger is a school, but to others, summer camp counselor at Bellevue Summer Theater is still a tradition in their lives. To Camp, a local day camp that lasts two sophomore Audrey Wagoner, summer weeks. On the first day, the kids have camp has a different meaning entirely. their audition for a play, and then For Wagoner, going to camp requires after that, they are assigned a specific a nine hour trip part. They spend to Camp U-Nahthe next two Li-Ya in Green weeks learning Bay, Wis. all of their lines She first and at the end of heard about the two weeks, the camp from they give a final an out-of-town performance. friend of hers Krueger has who has an aunt been attending who works at the the camp as a camp. Wagoner camper since is excited to 2012, and this spend time with will be her first Love for camp Sophomore Audrey that friend who summer as a Wagoner (on right) and her friend are all will be there this smiles at Camp I-Nah-Li-Ya in Green Bay, counselor. “My summer and to favorite show was Wis. Wagoner was a camper previously get to know all my first year when before becoming a Counselor-in-Training. of the girls in her we performed The Photo courtesy of Audrey Wagoner. cabin. Little Mermaid,” Wagoner Krueger said. The attended Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya for Little Mermaid was a Music Theatre two years previously and this year International Broadway Jr. Musical she will be a counselor-in-training which gave the camp the rights to (CIT2). She will spend her first perform the musical. week shadowing a camp counselor Kreuger will mostly work on vocal and attending leadership sessions. and physical warm-ups with the She will participate in a leadership campers before they start their work workshop over the weekend with her for the day. “Their favorite vocal fellow counselor-in-training peers warm-up is called rods and rails when learning how to make the next week they make their voices into a siren and successful. During the second week, then hit really high notes and really Wagoner will be paired with an older low notes,” she said. counselor who she will share a cabin Both of these girls are examples of with to learn how to make the most how Marian girls are involved in all out of the camp experience. Wagoner aspects of summer camp, whether as is looking forward to participating in a camper or a counselor. Both girls this program during the summer and want to pass down their experiences becoming a full-time counselor once at camp to the next generation of she gets to college. campers. It is easy to get involved, An average day at Camp U-Nah-Lisimply web search summer camps in Ya entails everything from arts and or around the Omaha area and you crafts, canoeing, sailing, and dance will automatically have numerous to drama, swimming and having a options. campfire every evening. Campers Camps will allow girls to be range in age from 7 to 14. Wagoner themselves and discover new has countless memories from her two friendships all while having the time summers spent as a camper, “One day of their lives.

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It’s showtime Freshman Gillian Krueger (second from the left) and her fellow aspiring actresses at Bellevue Summer Theater Camp. These girls spent two weeks preparing for the final show. Photo courtesy of Gillian Krueger.

Forming strong bonds throughout four years of language emmiemcminn

aving only one teacher for four years for a foreign language can be both a blessing and a curse. Depending on the student, that class could be looked forward to all day, or the class that is dreaded. Marian has one Latin teacher, one French teacher and four Spanish teachers. Senior Molly LaFave has had the same Latin teacher for four years. One of the biggest benefits to having

a teacher for multiple years is the growth in the relationship between the teacher and students. “The class as a whole has an interesting relationship with each other and Mr. Koesters (Latin teacher). We definitely joke around and get off topic more than we used to, but we also benefit from it more now,” LaFave said. Along with LaFave, senior Morgan Leatherman has had her French

teacher since freshman year. After spending four years with the same girls, the class has bonded and have become very close. “While there are several benefits, for the kids who prefer a different way of learning, having the same teacher all four years is a disadvantage,” Leatherman said. Most importantly the subject material is covered consistently without missing information. “The

teacher knows exactly what we have already learned and what we need to learn next. There can be a plan set for all four years, so we know we will get a consistent education in the language. Having the same teacher for four years means that we can figure out the teaching style and how best to study,” LaFave said. Many seniors are planning on minoring in a foreign language next year in college.

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Once a Marian girl, always a Marian girl

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ince Marian opened its doors in 1955, it has had an array of exceptional teachers and staff members, several of whom have been alums. English teacher Ms. Connie Cavel and Social Studies teacher Mrs. Julie LaBerge, are only two in a long list. Cavel graduated from Marian’s Class of ‘68, when Field Day had floats instead of 6 ft. by 6 ft. mascots and the school itself only stretched from the library to the main office. As a Marian student, Cavel was heavily involved in extracurricular activities. Playing golf, being in the first ever Marian musical First Impression, and being a class officer all four years is just a short list of what she was able to accomplish. “Once I decided to come here, I just jumped in with both feet. I figured I might as well get involved, so I did,” Cavel said. Following the lead of Cavel’s busy schedule, LaBerge ‘02 was occupied with not only campus ministry as a retreat leader and Eucharistic minister, but also as a member of the speech team during her years at Marian. After their high school years, Cavel and LaBerge furthered their education at private colleges. While in college, LaBerge continued her involvement in Catholic campus ministry. “Since [Augustana College in South Dakota] is a Lutheran college, I helped organized all of the Catholic activities

such as organizing retreats for the other students, prayer gatherings, discussion group, and Masses on campus,” LaBerge said. Cavel, who found herself working to pay off her college tuition, was

here, I wasn’t too nervous,” Cavel said. “The funny thing was working with teachers who had taught me,” she said. LaBerge agrees with the funny feeling that Cavel experienced, now

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not heavily involved in activities. However, during her senior year of college at Creighton, she received a phone call from the principal of Marian. The principal, Sister Mary Adolorata Watson, had remembered a conversation she had with Cavel her last year at Marian when Cavel jokingly requested her to save a spot on the staff for when she graduated college, and an English teacher position was open. Quickly after the call, Cavel filled out the application and had her interview the same day. Then on March 17, St. Patrick’s Day of 1972, she had her job. “I was a little nervous [on my first day], but having gone

that she works with teachers. “It was kind of strange to use the teachers’ first names instead of last names. But Mr. Koesters walked right up to me and said: ‘You can call me Mark now,’” LaBerge said. Over the years, Cavel and LaBerge have both learned valuable lessons about teaching. “For me, it’s always been more than teaching Brit. Lit. or American Lit. or Comp. and Lit,” Cavel said. “It’s about building character of the girl who’s going to become a woman. Some day she might be taking care of me in the old folks home. I want a person of good character whom I can trust who will be kind and compassionate,” she

added. LaBerge shares her valuable lesson as always looking for the whole person. “Each student is a unique individual who is valuable as a child of God,” she said. “Also, teaching at Marian has been so rewarding because I can share my faith with students through praying in class or Campus Ministry events,” she said. After 43 years of teaching Cavel has decided to retire and LaBerge after four years has decided to take leave to spend more time with her family. Cavel says that although she’s going to miss her wonderful colleagues who have helped mentor her as she grew into her job, she will miss her students the most. “A building is a building— not to diminish this, this is a great campus, a beautiful campus—but I’ll miss the students the most,” Cavel said. “I’ll miss the extracurricular activities too, but even that centers around the students. Having only taught here a few years, LaBerge feels the love of the Marian community and finds it hard to leave. “I love the traditions at Marian and the strong sense of community I find here. It’s just so nice to chat with students in the hall. Everyone’s so friendly,” LaBerge said. As for the other teachers, “There’s a great sense of camaraderie that I will miss,” she said.

Marian says farewell to five of its beloved educators Graphic by annawinkeler & katiepallesen

The Department Chairs of each teacher’s subject area express their gratitude for the work these teachers have done during their time at Marian. Each one has made a difference, and their legends will live on wherever their students go and within Marian.

“Since I taught Mrs. LaBerge and she is former member of homeroom 320, I knew that she had remarkable intellectual ability. Having worked with her for the past few years and having viewed her work in the classroom, I also know that she is a dedicated teacher with the ability to inspire students to achieve their best. She will be missed next year.” -Mr. Tom Baker

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“The far reach of Regina Lehnhoff’s influence cannot be overstated. She has nurtured the careers of countless student teachers, sharing her knowledge and expertise in her quest to strengthen the profession that she loves. I’ve never known a greater champion of Marian: she truly loves her school, her colleagues, the Servants of Mary, and her students. She constantly seeks new ways to engage her students and make learning exciting and meaningful for them. Students are grateful for her calming presence and the way she makes them feel confident, intelligent, and prepared for whatever life brings them.”

“Cathy Pruitte has empowered the young women of Marian for 35 years by teaching them to express themselves through song. She has enriched the lives of many students and community members by opening the world of artistic expression. Her frisky attitude and spunk set her apart from many teachers and inspired her students. Her legacy here at Marian will be the high standards and long tradition of excellence in vocal music.” - Mrs. Rachel Misiolek

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“In all the years I’ve known Connie Cavel, I’ve seen her go out of her way to celebrate her students’ accomplishments. When Marian girls qualify for a state competition or win a big contest, they can expect a beautiful flower, a kind note, and a heartfelt prayer from Ms. Cavel. She draws on her extensive travel experience to bring poetry and drama to life, sharing stories and laughter every day with students. Girls leave her class with an increased understanding of literature, but more importantly, they leave knowing they are loved and valued for who they are.” -Ms. Susie Sisson

Mr. Luke Ostrander

“Luke Ostrander has been a tremendous asset to the fine arts department at Marian, not only as a teacher but as a director of many successful plays and musicals. His contributions to the drama department will be seen and felt for many years from debuting “The Little Mermaid” to establishing the STARS program. He will be missed by many!” - Mrs. Rachel Misiolek

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walls demonstrate the class’ creativity and ingenuity. The main highlights included a cardboard replica of a Volkswagon van and a realistic wave in the final box.

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Bartling and Shannon McSweeney introduce the freshman theme at Sokol Arena on April 24 in their Judges’ Booklet presentation.

2 Makin’ waves Costume committee workers cut straps for their fuschia and royal blue waves.

Roaring waters The freshmen make a splash with their very first demo.

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animated facial expressions to slide into a third-place tie for their mascot.

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Freshman mascot surfs into third-place tie kathleenbever reshman Emmanuela Ahianti walked onto the floor of Sokol Arena in a wetsuit with an eightfoot long surfboard attached to two fake legs sewn on the side. This Field Day, Surf’s Up Freshmen: Catchin’ the Spirit Wave’s mascot was anything but ordinary. To become the surfer, Ahianti wore white face paint on her nose to act as zinc oxide and a wetsuit made from black leggings and a t-shirt. The surfboard with fake legs finished off the illusion. Having such an important role for her first Field Day wasn’t all smooth sailing. Ahianti said she felt both nervous and anxious before it was time for the freshman demonstration. “It was nerve-wracking; I was scared that I would mess up or ruin

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everything,” Ahianti said. Creating a mascot that was both innovative and entertaining was no easy task, but the freshmen were able to make a mascot that was both. “When we, the Class Officers, were coming up with the details to our theme, we decided that it would be good to have our mascot incorporated into our demo. Since our costumes were going to be waves, we needed to incorporate surfing into Field Day,” freshman Class Officer and Mascot committee leader Lauren Klingemann said. The surfboard was made using a thick and durable Styrofoam-like material. Cardboard was attached to each side, and a hole was cut in the center. A table skirt was used for the water, complete with sea creatures.

The fake legs were made out of two pairs of tights, a pair of leggings, stuffing, cups and two-liter bottles. After the freshmen had spent all of Field Week working hard to create their mascot, their dedication paid off on Field Day. The freshmen’s mascot tied with Luck of the Junior’s mascot for third place. “I thought every grade did a great job with their mascot, and incorporated them into their demonstrations nicely,” Klingemann said. “I thought it was exciting that we didn’t get last in mascot! I felt like tying for third was excellent!” “...After awhile, it didn’t matter, because at least we had fun making the mascot, and we did our best,” Ahianti agreed. Teamwork was an important

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factor in the freshmen’s success this year. “The number of freshmen was perfect for Mascot [committee] because it was large enough to get everything done, but it was small enough for everyone to be working on something!” Klingemann said. The freshmen’s third-place ranking has proven that they are ready to use their experience to create their mascot in the upcoming year. “Next year, I hope everyone will put all of their gifts and talents into Field Day, just like they did this year. I hope our class bond will become stronger than ever before,” Klingemann said. “The freshman class rocked it at Field Day this year and I can’t wait for what is in store for us next year!”

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Sisterly love Two sophomores hug during their Judges’ Booklet skit to represent the loving relationship with their big sister class, the seniors. The skit was a parody of “A Christmas Carol.”

Show of strength Proudly wearing their class colors, the sophomore tug-of-war team pull for a victory. The team won after a long battle with the junior class.

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Circus smiles Blaire Kratochvil and Allie Morrissey pose for a picture during Field Week Kick-Off Block. The girls were excited for the festivities to begin.

Sore arms, strong trunks Kirsten Meyer and Mia Partridge channel their inner elephant for the demonstration. The song routine represented a circus in which each class member was an elephant.

Dedicated focus Rachel Johnson writes on a posterboard for Walls in science teacher Mrs. Tunink’s room. The penmanship for the story boards needed to be neat and legible.

Clowning around Rachael Hueftle holds up a mini-rocket while singing during the class demonstration. Sophomore cheerleaders were dressed as circus clowns.

Sophomore circus tugs their way to second place finish katiepallesen

here is often a stereotype titled “the sophomore slump” that comes with being a sophomore class during Field Week. This year, the sophomores were in anything but a slump. From the beginning, their spirit and desire to do well was obvious to everyone. The circus started strong on Monday with tug-of-war. This tradition shouldn’t be overlooked; its purpose is to be a tie-breaker if two class’ points end up being equal on Field Day. During some years, it ends up being more important than others, but its automatic intent is to start Field Week off in high spirits; it sets the bar for the

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week and positively influences the winners’ attitudes. Those who don’t come out on top are then aware of their opponent’s spirit and should respond with an increase of their own. While the sophomores may not have been favored to win, like the seniors who had won the previous three years, they arrived that first day of Field Week hoping for the best and ready to tug. Macy Thonen, one of the tug-of-war participants, expressed her joy and surprise on the win. “We all were just so excited for Field Week to start. We didn’t focus too much on winning or losing, but we were definitely excited

and spirit-filled.” Their battle against the freshmen was closer than some may have predicted; the freshmen put up a good fight. The sophomores ended up in the final tug against the juniors. “We had nothing to lose. We just knew we had to pull like our lives depended on it,” Thonen said. Despite the odds and the difficult opponents, the sophomores stayed positive and knew that the show must go on; this attitude led them to first place in tug-of-war, which was only the start to their successful week. At Field Day, the circus came ready to perform. The morale from

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Morgan Hove after their team won the tug-of-war competition. The triumph fueled class spirit and energy during the entire week.

tug-of-war had definitely continued throughout the week, and their presence was known immediately. Their elephant ears were not intimidated by their lucky friends or their rocket big sisters; they were prepared to put on a show. Their efforts were rewarded when they were given first place in costumes, cheerleading, mascot, and walls. “We have come so far since last year. Now we just want to work even harder for next year,” sophomore Rachel Johnson said. The hard work, teamwork and constant spirit led the sophomores to earn second place at Field Day.

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1 Stick to the beat Junior Class Officers sing and shout to pump up their class during Field Week Kick-Off Block. The officers of each class presented a skit. 2 Long trip home Clara Wertzberger stars in the junior Judges’ Booklet presentation. She acted as a Marian girl studying abroad in Ireland who needed to collect something valuable to get to Field Day on time.

3 Over the rainbow Balloons, plastic, cardboard and paint come together in lilac and emerald to display the junior storyline. The public had the opportunity to admire the lifesize diorama on Wall’s Night. 4 All hands on deck Tehillah Alphonso and Elizabeth

Mattern create a green heart for the judges’ booklet. Artists on the Judges’ Booklet committee can be seen as Field Day’s unsung heroes because they work behind the scenes.

5 Lucky smiles Kate Ruffalo and Annie Soener show their excitement as they parade into Sokol Arena. The classes chanted and sang songs as they march into Field Day.

6 Shamrocks in sync Dressed as the lucky flower, juniors sing their Demo tunes as loud as they can. Their class performance was clean-cut and well-executed.

7 Cheer spirit Taylor Nihsen holds the splits during the

cheerleaders’ dance routine. The cheerleaders had to write and geographic their own songs in addition to performing with their class.

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hamrocking their way downtown, the junior class took to the floor of Sokol Arena dressed as clovers in eye-catching colors of emerald and lilac. They were the only class to use fabric and sewing machines for their costumes this year. Junior class officer Sofia Hingorani was in charge of the costumes committee this year. “I liked it [working on the costumes committee]. It felt like we put so much more effort into it,” said Sofia. “I liked using fabric because it was a more thorough process and it involved a lot more people.”

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“The biggest difference is the time it takes to sew. For every costume, we had to sew four individual leaves, which is over 700+ in all. Accomplishing this is was not easy. It was a lot more stressful than the non-sewing costumes.” said Kenzie Meola, a member of the costumes committee. “Overall everyone worked really well together and we had an assembly line going that was very efficient.” “We really wanted to go for the 3-D look right from the start. We wanted it to look like a slightly 3-D shamrock.” said Sofia. The juniors

costumes committee spent the second day of field week trying to finish sewing and constantly stuffing their shamrocks full of trash bags. The juniors collected nearly 2,000 plastic bags to stuff their shamrocks with in order to accomplish the desired 3-D look. A lot of work goes into sewing costumes for an entire class. The committee finished their costumes on Tuesday, after two days of non-stop hard work. Altogether, the committee worked for about 10 hours during the first two days of Field Week to finish all of the

170 costumes. Even then, the work wasn’t over. They spent the rest of the week getting everything organized and making sure everyone had what they needed. “I just want everyone to know that I am so, incredibly proud of the committee and that we stuffed and sewed our hearts and souls into those shamrocks.” said Sofia. The junior costumes placed fourth overall, which will only cause the class of 2016 to work even harder next year as seniors.

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Orange, white and blue Members of the costume committee work on painting the rockets. As a final touch, the costumes were equipped with cloth flames hidden under the rocket by a Velcro strip. Tearful goodbyes Julia Tatten reflects over the senior demonstration while waiting for the results. The seniors were just a few members of the audience that shed a tear during their final songs. Come on down Fiona Kennedy prepares for her part as Bob Barker in the judges’ booklet skit. This was Kennedy’s and the Judges’ Booklet’s first win not only in the skit, but booklet category as well.

Engine check Meg Stahlnecker fixes loose ends on the inside of the senior mascot. Stahlnecker has been a part of mascot for all four years.

Spirit brighter than the sun Cheerleaders Taylor Munchrath, Hannah Drazdys and Kylie Ham lead the seniors in their rendition of “Wannabe” by The Spice Girls. The cheerleaders not only had to coordinate their dance moves, but also write their own song lyrics and create their own costumes.

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oom-dee-a-da, boom-dee-a-da, boom-dee-a-da, boom-dee-ay.” This “I Love the Mountains” tune could be heard echoing out of religion teacher Mr. Andrew De Leonardis’ room on any given morning or afternoon during Field Week thanks to the senior Demonstration committee. The catchy song, along with many others, will forever be ingrained in the minds of each class member. Hours of brainstorming and practice were dedicated to perfecting the creative song routine in hopes of earning a first place finish. It is widely assumed that the senior class always has a Field Day advantage because they are the most seasoned veterans. In many cases, the same Class Officers lead the senior class year after year so by the time that fourth Field Day arrives, they are experts at their specific committees. However, for Caroline Byrne, this was not the case. Byrne was elected to be a senior Class Officer with no previous experience leading her class. This did not worry her though — she was excited to be a leader for her beloved class. “I knew that Field Day is a huge commitment, and I was ready to go for it because I love Field Day,” she

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said. For her first three years, Byrne was on Walls (and she was a planner during her sophomore and junior years). She loved the excitement of Walls, but realized that the position was already filled by Class Officers who had led the committee for at least a year. With much speculation surrounding the shaken-up committee leadership, seniors were concerned that a lack of a strong, experienced Class Officer leading demo would ensure their fate as one of “those classes” that never win a Field Day. The anxiety heightened the week before Color Block, when the six Class Officers finally sat down with English teacher and class moderator Ms. Megan Piernicky to discuss the plan of action. It was decided that Byrne would head the Demo committee. “We decided that this was the best choice in the interest of our whole class,” Byrne said. “It was harder and easier than I thought, if that makes any sense. I did not realize how much work the Demo committee puts in. I was a little nervous coming in trying to lead a committee where I had no idea what I was doing, but all of the girls

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made that aspect of it easier for me,” she said. The team adopted a “go-get‘em” attitude with which they brainstormed at meetings and wrote songs on their own time. Byrne’s proudest contribution was the sophomore thank you song to the tune of “I Love the Mountains,” which was sung in rounds. “When I tried it in a round with my godmother and her daughter, I got chills. I brought the song and the round idea to the meeting the next day and everyone loved it! We did it together in our meeting and this was one of the first times that I started to get very excited for our demonstration,” Byrne said. Lucky for Byrne, many of the girls on the Demo committee had three years of songwriting under their belts and were willing to take a leadership role. Armed with a commanding voice, reward doughnuts and enough Field Day spirit to single-handedly fill Sokol Arena, Morgan Leatherman took the reins (or bullhorn, in this case) during practices. Leatherman led the class Demo practices, taught formations and gave constructive feedback. “I absolutely love leading demonstration practices,”

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Leatherman said. “The hardest part is verbalizing how the formations should look and figuring out the most efficient way to move from formation to formation. It is amazing to see 143 girls bring to life concepts I had in my mind or that came to me in a dream.” Leatherman enjoyed working with Byrne on the Demo committee. She said, “Lulu was very organized and her biggest contribution was doing an impeccable job at holding us to deadlines. She was the perfect girl for the job!” By the time Field Day rolled around, Byrne and her senior classmates were ready to share the demonstration routine that they had worked so diligently on. The moment of truth arrived: “And first place for Demo: SENIORS!” announced President Mary Higgins. Byrne recalls the moment, saying, “The feeling when they announced that we got first in Demo was so incredible. I barely remember it because it was so surreal. I remember all of the other Class Officers embracing me and saying, ‘You did it Lulu! You did it!’”

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Marian bends over backwards for yoga phenomenon megansmith

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f you breathe, you can do yoga. If you’re not breathing, you’re not alive. So anyone alive can do yoga.” Even after a hectic day of greeting girls walking into school in the morning, taking phone calls and conducting meetings, President Mary Higgins seems anything but exhausted. Her smile is bright and her voice is enthusiastic as she talks about yoga, an activity she has involved herself with for more than eight years. “The bottom line is yoga is not about the physicality, but I like it [the physicality], I really do like it. You can breathe and do yoga, and that’s all you do, which is why everyone can do yoga,” she explained. As she describes her history with yoga, it’s hard not to notice how cheerful she is. In more ways than just with words, it’s evident how yoga has made an impact on her outlook and disposition. The same look crosses freshman Lily Nelson’s face when she describes her experience with yoga. “I would say spiritually it’s changed [my life] a lot because there’s a lot of minding your body that goes into yoga, and being aware of everything,” Nelson explained. “And before yoga I’ll be so tired and not want to go, but after I’ll feel totally energized. It’s such a complete change of emotions.” Nelson started taking classes two years ago after her mom took classes herself and suggested Nelson take some as well. Years later, she’s still taking classes at Lotus House of Yoga and hopes to continue to do so. “One of my goals is to become a yoga teacher: it would be a cool

volunteering opportunity, and it would just be a great experience,” Nelson said. For Higgins, this dream is a reality; after joining the Lotus community, she earned her teaching certification through a 200-hour-long course that included learning everything from the names of poses to Sanskrit. This allowed her to teach classes at Lotus, Creighton University’s recreational fitness program, and even to some of the seniors at Marian. “Mr. DeLeonardis came to me and said, ‘We’re teaching the seniors in World Religions about Buddhism, and since you’re certified, would you be interested in teaching a yoga class to each of the six sessions?’ I was very honored to do so, and very excited to have a chance to get in front of all the seniors,” Higgins said. “That was just one of the most special things I’ve done all year and also a chance to share yoga with them.” Nelson and Higgins aren’t the only Marian girls bending backwards for yoga: out of 143 girls surveyed, 43 percent have taken at least one yoga class. Those who try yoga often find the benefits are immense. According to the Yoga Health Foundation, yoga has proven to help with back pain, depression, diabetes, stress management, asthma and breathing problems, and heart disease, among other health issues. When Higgins focused on teaching the senior faith classes, she wanted to not only emphasize the health benefits of yoga, but also to clear misconceptions about the practice.

“Sometimes there’s misconceptions was how to love yourself and to love that if you do yoga, then you must others and treat them as you’d like be Buddhist. And there are some to be treated, but it has to start from Buddhists that do, . . .but people a fundamental concept of you are found a way to take care of their good and you are worthy of love and physical and mental health by just respect.” using their bodies. They didn’t have For Higgins and Nelson, yoga Pilates machines and jump ropes impacts not just one of these aspects or Nike tennis shoes and fancy in their lives, but all of them. While it equipment—they just had their bodies may seem intimidating to try at a first and their breath, and I think that’s glance, Nelson says going out on a fascinating that they found a way for limb will do anything but hurt. physical health and mental health,” “Do it. It is the best thing that will Higgins said. ever happen to you. Even if you can’t Beyond the physical and mental do all of the poses, you’ll become health benefits, yoga also offers better at it as you go along,” Nelson spiritual benefits. Despite its Buddhist said. “When I started, I couldn’t even roots, yoga is open-minded toward do the tree pose, but as it went on, it those of all faiths. It even serves as got so much easier.” a great space for meditation and selfreflection, a basis of almost all religions. “I wanted people to really understand it doesn’t conflict anything that they believe from a faith standpoint,” Higgins Balancing act Freshman Lily Nelson practices some of the poses she’s said. “The learned during her years in the Quad. Nelson will expand her yoga whole knowledge to paddleboard yoga this upcoming summer. message Photo by megansmith

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Lauren Warner, May Queen

Q: What outside of school do you do that you feel embodies Marian’s core values? A: I volunteer a lot because I like investing in other people and sharing my faith with them, So that I can help teach them things that I have learned and struggled with. I am also very involved in my youth group.

Q: What do you feel are the ways to live like Mary and embody Mary? A: I think Mary is humility, selfless, faith-filled, loyal and I aim to embody these values.

Q: What is your thought process for writing your speech? A: I am trying to include my personal experience and why my faith matters to me and why I strive to have Mary’s values and do what Christ would do.

Q: What is the one thing you want people to take away from your speech? A: It’s important to have a faith for yourself and not what your parents tell you and realize the importance of that. Q: What is something that you want Marian to know about living

value-filled life? A: Sometimes it is really hard, but it is worth it in the end. Q: What has been the most influential event or person in your faith life? A: The event that influenced my life the most is when my brother got diagnosed with cancer my freshman year. Throughout his treatment, I had to learn to rely on God because he was the only one who knew what I was going through. Photo & graphic by annawinkeler

Not everyone gets to have four Field Days

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ield Day is one of the most favorite traditions among the student body. Most girls you ask about it would say: “I wouldn’t miss it for the world!” However, some girls have to. Some girls have to miss Field Day for various things from injuries to simply just being out of town. Freshman Chloe Dolan will be missing this year’s Field Day for the U.S. All Star Federation Cheerleading Worlds in Orlando, Florida. “This competition is held in the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Disney World. My team and I have been preparing all year for this competition,” Dolan said. Dolan is currently on the top team at Elite Cheer, Stars. She has been on the team for two years and has attended Worlds both years. She is also on the Marian Varsity

Cheerleading team. If Field Day continues to take place on the last Friday in April, Dolan will never be able to participate in Field Day. Some Marian girls cringe at the thought of missing just a minute. “I feel like I am missing the experience to connect and grow closer to my class. I am extremely sad about missing my first Field Day. I plan on attending next year if it is changed to a different week, fingers crossed,” Dolan said. In the Network Survey, only 5.5 percent of Marian girls have ever missed a Field Day, and only 1.4 percent planned to miss Field Day 2015. Even though the girls at district music didn’t miss all of Field Day, they arrived late. “I got to Sokol at the very end of the parade. I was able to walk in with my class, but I had to go back

tournament. You only get four Field and get my hat when I got to my seat. Days in your whole life,” sophomore I had to put on my tights in the car as Annika Zimmerman said. I was going over. It was all very nerve wracking,” senior Emily Welchans said. Although some girls had to miss Field Day for various reasons, it is such an important tradition that some wouldn’t miss it for the world. “I wouldn’t miss Field Day Flying high Freshmen Chloe Dolan and her All-Star team from Elite for anything, Cheer, Stars, compete at the U.S. All-Star Federation Cheerleading even a soccer Worlds in Orlando, Florida on April 25. Photo courtesy of Chloe Dolan

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Filming their way to success one shot at a time lucyfindley

tarting a new club can be difficult, and sometimes it even takes a few years to get a foundation and a solid reputation for the club built. The Film Club was just launched this year by sophomore Meredith Zielie, and it is already off to a strong start. “I wanted to make the club because I personally want to be a director of movies when I grow up, and Marian didn’t have anything I could put on a college application to show my interest early, so what better way than to make a club for it!” Zielie said. The club usually meets once or twice each month depending on the

project they are working on, and they currently have 26 members signed up. As far as participation goes, only about nine of the members actually helped make the videos so far. The club moderator this year was Ms. Sisson, and she will continue her role as moderator next year as well. Although the club does not meet extremely often, the members do most of their work outside of school. “When we are working on a project, we usually try to meet on Fridays because they can turn into late nights,” sophomore member Alyssa Carlson said. The Film Club recently won an

award from Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) for their video on energy conservation. The video was called “Vampire Energy” and the video was chosen because they received the most “likes” when Zielie posted the video on her Facebook wall. Next year, Film Club hopes to make a few changes to the films they produce. “The club is hoping to take a break from competition and create more of our own original film with writers and actors,” Zielie said. If you are looking for a club to join next year, Film Club should be at the top of your list. The members of the

club are hardworking, but according to Zielie and Carlson, it is not going to be an interference if you are worried about a busy schedule. The club is not typically timeconsuming, and all the members enjoy working together and filming to produce all different types of films. “We are always looking for new girls to help, and new creative ideas with girls that enjoy acting, writing, and telling stories,” Zielie said. If you are interested in joining the club, you can contact Zielie with any questions or concerns for joining the club.

Getting business experience within school walls

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new opportunity to experience how running a small business is coming to Marian. Starting next year, students will get the opportunity to have an internship for the Bluetique. The Bluetique is the apparel store for all things Marian located in Sophomore hallway on the first floor. “We’ve been talking about it for a while and opened it up to the whole school to have the opportunity” Alumni Director, Nancy Casey said regarding to why they opened it up to the school. The program does not start officially until this summer .“The girls will work with the events during the evening like Walls Night, and also we will be having an online e-store,” Casey said. “I’m excited to start working the Bluetique and working the events that we don’t usually go to like freshman registration,” sophomore Tehra Finn-Jackson said. “I haven’t done a lot for the

internship yet, but my favorite part so far is the atmosphere at the Bluetique. I am having so much fun learning different parts of working at a business,” junior Kathryn Fuxa said. “I found out about the internship from my mom who’s a businesswoman and found out about the internship because she’s going to be working on a project for it and suggested that I apply” Finn-Jackson said. The school also sent an email asking all current underclassmen if they would like to participate in the internship. Students were given the opportunity to apply for the internship this year for next year, “they had to express an interest in business and be in good standing with the school,” Casey said. “There were five girls selected, one junior, two sophomores, and three freshmen for next year.” The Bluetique’s iPad introduced

the new Square systems for credit and debit transactions. This is just one way the Bluetique utilizes current technology. The girls who received the internship get a special opportunity. “I am going to learn how to create a product, send it out to be made, price it, and then sell it in the store. I am very excited to learn product design and all the steps involved to get the product from an idea into something that people can buy,” Fuxa said. “It’s fun to see the behind the scenes work at the Bluetique and the whole process that goes into choosing what products to sell and which ones are most popular,” Finn-Jackson said. The internship gives the students the opportunity to get ready for a future career. “I’m really interested in business and want to pursue it in the future. One of my dream jobs right now is becoming a financial analyst,” Finn-Jackson said.

Marian girls plan to stay in academic shape over the summer

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hhh summer… Sleeping in, staying out late, relaxing in the sun with a glass of lemonade and a math worksheet. Wait. A math worksheet? This daydream may seem out of the ordinary for some students, but it’s a reality for many Marian girls. “My mom buys ‘Summer Solutions’ and we have to do a page every day,” freshman Megan Doehner

said. “Summer Solutions” is a series of workbooks that helps students retain knowledge of reading or math. Doehner completes around 20 questions a day during the summer and enjoys the brain exercise. “I appreciate them. I would be a lot farther behind going back to school if I didn’t do them. I like the challenge,” she said. Doehner isn’t the only Marian girl

looking to stay sharp; senior Katie Siwa will also be hitting the books this summer. She plans on taking a few general education classes at Metropolitan Community College in order to get ahead. “My parents want to pay for my college, and because of that I wanted to make sure it’s as cheap as possible,” Siwa said. “Metro’s classes are a great price and will hopefully help

me graduate in four years without overwhelming myself!” Additionally, 10 percent of surveyed Marian girls reported that they plan on taking an ACT prep class over the summer. Many girls say they’re going to stay sharp by reading, completing crossword puzzles, watching educational YouTube videos or having intellectual discussions.

All around the world: Classmates spend time living abroad laurenwarner

ome only know the life of the good old Midwest. Although Marian students might come from different parts of the Omaha metro (or maybe even from Iowa), often Midwestern views of the world consist of only a little bubble surrounded by corn. Two Marian girls have broken out of our Midwestern bubble. Both freshman Julia Madison and freshman Emmanuela Ahianti have lived outside of the United States. Madison has lived in England and Ahianti has lived in both Africa and France. Madison spent time going back and forth between the United States and England when her dad moved to South Hampton, England when she was 4. As she spent time in both places, she would travel during summer vacations, spring breaks, Easter breaks and winter breaks. There is one big difference that stands out to Madison about England: “The whole country is really close to the ocean, so the weather is very

end, she likes the United States better. different. There is spring weather “[L]iving in Omaha, you don’t really year-round, so it rains a lot.” have to She says some worry about of the culture, like flooding and the more modern hurricanes. houses, are Also, it’s similar because a bigger of the influence of country so Americans who there’s more have moved to exploring England. you can do.” One thing Madison Madison really appreciates now lives about her time in the U.S. in another full time, country is that as her dad she can talk to has moved people around back to the the world. She States. Fun in France Freshman Emmanuela Ahianti enjoys that she Ahianti spent time living in Lyon, France with her aunt was born in can help people last summer. She visited the Eiffel Tower while Togo, Africa. convert systems in France. Photo by emmiemcminn of measurement She lived in or can translate Africa until different slang terms for people in she was 4 years old, when she came either country. Madison says in the to America. Although she doesn’t

remember much, she does remember that she had a pet chicken and went to the beach a lot. More recently Ahianti has spent time in Lyon and Paris, France, where she stayed with her aunt last summer. She had one funny story that came to mind when she thought of her time there. “My aunt left me at home by myself and [while she was gone] someone came to the door. But I had no idea how to speak French.” Ahianti said the main difference she noticed between France and the U.S. were the types of clothing. “If you were wearing something flashy, they would stare at you,” she said. One of her favorite parts of being in France was the shopping experience. She said that the marketplaces were very similar to those in the U.S. Both Madison and Ahianti are grateful for their chances to experience life abroad and to expand the bubble they knew, but both love coming home to good old Omaha, Nebraska.

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Small, but mighty: the track and field team prepares for districts erincarollo

rack and field may be sports that focus on the individual, but the community feeling within Marian’s team shines through each event. In previous years anywhere from 60-80 girls participated in track and field. However, this year, 42 members make up the team. “We’re a young team,” head coach Mr. Greg Golka said. “We’re progressing.” Golka describes the heart of the team as composed mostly of sophomores with a few juniors mixed in “...and some seniors that are the key leaders of the team.” The relatively small size of the team hasn’t stopped the girls from bringing their best to meets. The JV team competed at Omaha Bryan on Tuesday, April 28 and placed first. Two days later, the varsity team placed fifth out of seven teams at the Omaha North invite. “We are nursing

some injuries to a few key people. Of those that did compete, we had a good meet,” Golka said of the Omaha North meet. “We had several personal bests and we outscored what we should have scored on paper based on seed times going into the meet.” The team will be competing in districts next Wednesday, May 13 at Columbus High School in Pawnee Park Columbus. Supporters can keep up with the girls on their official Instagram account @mariantrack or check the Marian Activities Twitter @_MHSactivities for updates.

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I can go the distance Junior Emmie Witzenburg (right) and sophomore Kelly Gehring (left) soar over hurdles at the varsity Omaha North invite on Thursday May 30. Marian placed fifth out of seven teams overall. Photos by lizzyvandyke

Varsity Soccer team uses losses as motivation to succeed samchaney

he Marian Varsity soccer team has been a force to be reckoned with for many years. After winning the 2014 state championship the team is ready to take the title yet again. With their current record of 11 wins and three losses they are ready to redeem themselves at state. “I feel like we are in a good position going into state. We have lost three games but those games have helped us realize that we hate the feeling and we don’t want to feel it again,” junior Molly Kuehl said. The three losses against Elkhorn South, Millard West and Millard North have really driven the team to work harder. “I think the season is going well even though we have three losses, those are motivators,” junior Lily Boyle said. Not only are the players motivated, but so is their coach, Amy PriceRobinson ‘07. She is proud of the effort and drive from the whole team. “Each and every one of the girls has made shown commitment and

Wright on track Heading towards the goal, senior captain Madeline Wright keeps her eyes on the ball at the Metro Championship game against Millard West. Photo by samchaney

dedication to the team especially when sometimes that means sacrificing other things,” Price-Robinson said. On Friday, April 23 the Crusaders faced Millard West again and won 4-0. This game also happened to be senior night. “I’m really glad the team has come together. We figured out how to play as a team and it can only go up from here. I can’t wait to see where my final season will go,” senior Madeline Wright said. “We try to focus on each upcoming game. We still have a lot of tough games coming up towards the end of the season which is where my mind is right now,” Price-Robinson said Another thing that gets the team motivated is the student body. “They [the student body] should come to more games, being at a game means a lot and the more Marian girls the better,” Boyle said. “It would be great to see some of these players’ classmates out cheering them on as they represent Marian,” Price-Robinson said.

Tennis teams hold rackets high and expectations higher lizzyvandyke

ears of practice, months of training, and hours in the hot sun all come down to the three months of Marian tennis victories this spring. The varsity and junior varsity tennis squads conditioned on their own accord throughout the off-season, working hard to ensure a successful season. Their determined attitudes are made evident in the varsity team’s winning 4-0 record and the junior varsity team’s 1-6 record. The girls’ talent is present, but it takes much more to produce these impressive statistics, and coaches like physical education teacher Beth Dye and Maureen Neary Miller ‘70 push the girls to achieve maximum success. “Coach Dye is extremely helpful with the conditioning aspect as well as the mental aspect of the game. She encourages us to work really hard in practice so we are better competition on the court,” junior Sara Flaxbeard said. Flaxbeard recognizes seniors Julia Tatten and Hallie McNamara as

supportive teammates who push the team to work their hardest during both practice and during matches. Both teams focus heavily on running before and after practice. “We don’t always like to run, but it is really fun when we play games in practice because we all get really intense,” freshman Emma Farhart said. The intensity carries over in both teams’ matches, and the students and staff are highly encouraged to attend upcoming matches. “I know it’s quiet at matches, but it would make me more excited if people came to cheer us on. It’s mostly just parents right now,” Farhart said. “I am most thankful for the people I’ve met and how we have all come so far in our tennis ability because I have never played before this year so I feel I’ve really improved,” freshman Emma Shoemaker said. The improvement does not stop there. Flaxbeard says the varsity team’s goal is to walk away from the

season undefeated in all duals, as well as to take the metro and state tournament championship.

What to look forward to... Saturday, May 9

JV Invitational

Wednesday, May 13 Varsity Metro Tournament Thursday, May 14 Varsity Metro Tournament Thursday, May 21 Varsity State Tournament Friday, May 22 Varsity State Tournament

Perfect Toss Junior Anna Slezak serves to her opponent from Central High School on Thurs Apr.16. Photo by maggiemainelli

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Marian to the WNBA: Vicky McIntyre

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n Thursday, April 16, Marian graduate of 2010 Vicky McIntyre was drafted into the WNBA. “It was a really surreal experience. It was my dream to be drafted into the WNBA since I was a little girl,” McIntyre, 23, said. The 6’7” center had played at three universities before becoming the 20th overall draft pick to Seattle Storm. She spent her freshman and sophomore years at Oklahoma State University, transferred to the University of Florida for junior year, then spent her senior year at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Okla. Seattle used their second round pick to secure McIntyre, who shot 49.9 percent from the floor and averaged 15.4 points per game her senior year. She has been working her whole life for a chance to play professionally. “For it to become a reality was an indescribable experience,” she said.

Committed athletes’ proudest moments maggiemainelli

Oral Roberts Golden Eagles

Marian Crusaders -set eight school records during her senior year, including most points in a game (36), rebounds in a game (28), rebounds in a season (333) and blocked shots in a season (121) Oklahoma St Cowgirls -team’s second leading scorer (11.2 points per game) and rebounder (5.5 rebounds per game) her freshman year

Florida Gators -at height 6’7”, tallest player to ever suit up for the Gators and the first woman Gator from Nebraska

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-first Oral Roberts University player to be drafted into the WNBA

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Kelsey O’Connell

Emma Fletcher Wofford College

Creighton University

• First game back after knee injury • Varsity volleyball retreat (2013) • State Champion (2013) • State Champion (2014) • Senior Night (2014)

• State Champion (2012) • Club team State Cup Champion (2013 & 2014) • State Champion (2014) • Field night victories (2014 & 2015) • Committing to Wofford

Cassie Jones

Bella Carnazzo

Dakota State University Volleyball player Kelsey O’Connell, soccer player Emma Fletcher, basketball player Cassie Jones, and soccer player Bella Carnazzo signed to play their respective sports at universities next school year.

• Improving basketball record • Playing at Ralston Arena (2014) • • Lay-up to bring game v. Lincoln • Southwest into overtime • • Leaving Marian knowing I • helped start something good • • Committing to Dakota State

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Game winning goal in Skutt Tournament (2013) Won vs. Millard West (2013) Won vs. Millard North (2012) Header Goal vs. Central (2013) Won vs. Millard West (2014)

Girls’ High School Soccer Injuries Heads are meant for thinking?

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“It usually doesn’t hurt too badly because I’m used to it, but after heading the ball multiple times in a short period of time my head starts to hurt.” - #21 Rachel Johnson ‘17

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Players in the midfield are at least 15% more likely to get injured than any other position Almost twice as many injuries happen in the 2nd half of a game than the 1st

33.4% of all injuries in both competition and practice are to the head/ face. This can be caused by heading the ball, head-to-head collision, or being kicked/hit in the head

Source: Center for Injury Research and Policy

The Network [May 2015]

Trap team shoots for the top kaylasullivan

he Marian trapshooting team has had This season has been her first experience yet another successful spring season. with trapshooting, but Rydel is excited The students on the team are guided by to participate in the sport all four years. long-time trap mentor Mr. Bruce Esser and “I really like the whole team experience; more than a half-dozen assistant coaches. everyone is really tight-knit and cool about The season lasts from February to May, helping each other out,” Rydel said. during which the girls practice, learn new The team-oriented spirit of trapshooting techniques and compete in all-day meets has been the biggest appeal for senior against teams from other schools. Hannah Frisbie, who has shot with the Although the sport is unconventional, Marian team for four years. hours of practice are required to “My favorite part of being a trap shooter improve shooting skills. The girls have is getting to meet girls from such a wide the opportunity to practice on Sundays, range of personalities. We have girls who Wednesdays and sometimes Fridays. are involved in choir and the musical, girls Freshman Hailie Rydel enjoys the laidin band, girls who are incredible artists, back feel of the practices and meets. “There girls who are athletes during other seasons, are 25 shells in a box and we usually shoot and girls who are just looking for a place three or four boxes during a practice.” where they fit in. To me, it’s incredible that The coaches offer advice and tips all these different types of girls can come for technique improvement during the together to form a unified team of sisters,” sessions, which can last five hours. Frisbie said. “It’s about three practices a week. Every Not only does this “team of sisters” night I can go out, I go,” sophomore Sarah provide a haven of support and excitement, Villarreal said. Time spent at the trap but it also sheds a light on the unique shooting range pays off when the time for achievements of Marian girls outside the a meet rolls around. The team typically classroom. scores high enough to be bumped from the ladies division up to the overall division in which they compete against both girls and boys. The team competed in six meets this spring in addition to a Lincoln fun shoot and a state competition, in which everyone on the team has the chance to compete. At each meet, there are at least 500 other shooters. Although uncomfortable weather can make the long, outdoor events grueling, meets offer a great bonding experience for the team to eat, talk, and laugh with each Shattering clay and competition Marian’s Blue Squad other. (Anna Vasko, Sarah Villareal, Katie Petersen, Molly “When we have meets, it’s LaFave, and Emily Worth) pose with their second place probably 30 percent shooting and awards at the Fremont Meet on Saturday, April 18. 70 percent socializing, eating and having fun!” Villarreal said. Photo courtesy of Sarah Villarreal.

Sports [17]

Senior carries out sister’s legacy on the soccer field

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enior Faith Carter loves her sport— soccer. Carter has been playing soccer since she was 4 years old. Her sister, Ashley Carter ‘03 played and shared her love of soccer with Faith. Ashley played throughout high school at Marian and continued her soccer career at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and Bellevue Kickin’ it Faith Carter fights for the ball in the University. Sisters Metro Championship on Monday, Apr. 13. The Ashley and Faith Crusaders fell short of the victory, losing to Millard shared their love for West 2-1 in overtime. Photo by samchaney their sport. This fall, Ashley the decision to retire Ashley’s was involved in a fatal number after this season. After car crash that was devastating to being No. 15 for three years, Faith not only the Carter family, but changed to No. 18 for her senior the entire Marian community. year to honor and remember her Following this tragedy, the Marian community came together sister. “Ashley is always with me in a special way, especially when I to support Faith and her family. am wearing her number,” Carter The following Monday, when said. Faith walked into school, she Along with retiring Ashley’s was greeted by a sign her friends jersey, Dudley had a banner put created that was signed by the up above the main soccer field in student body that read: “We’ve remembrance of Ashley. got Faith!” “It is so awesome to be able With the support of her soccer to look up at the banner and team, Faith has continued see Ashley’s name and number, playing soccer. Faith plans to go to Texas Christian University this especially after I score, because it’s a small reminder that even fall to play soccer as a Horned though she can’t come to my Frog. Ashley’s previous Marian head games anymore, she will still be there in a special way,” she said. soccer coach, Ed Dudley, made

To the sport that I love, upon a premature goodbye

ear softball, I was introduced to you when I was 4 years old. I wore an extra small green jersey (I use this world loosely; it was a t-shirt), grey t-ball pants that were two sizes too big, and my hair was probably down. When I walked onto the field for the first time, I had no idea that I would fall head over heels in love with you. Those first few years were a mix of silly questions, annoyed coaches, and a lot of butterfly-chasing in the outfield (back when being put in the outfield was like a punishment because no one ever hit the ball that far). And when I graduated from t-ball to softball, you slowly edged your way into my life. You started taking things from me—my time, my energy, my sanity… And each summer it became easier to willingly give them up to you. You became natural; you became a part of me. It was a mutual symbiosis of me putting the work into you, and you making me feel special—the kind of special that cannot be translated into words; it can only be felt. I got better and better until you and I were complimentary. And during the dark ages of middle school, you were everything I had. It didn’t matter how many names I got called at school, because I got to come home to you. You were there for me, in a way that I never thought something could be. You taught me so much, basically every social skill I’ve ever had. But most importantly you taught me irreplaceable lessons that could be

applied to life: 1. Sometimes you’re better. The sooner you realize that, the just not going to be able to get it more your coach and teammates will together, and there is no guide of like you. guaranteed steps to trump a slump. Not only did you play a huge role All you can do is work harder; getting in building my character, but I can’t frustrated will only make things even count the amount of friendships worse. 2. Practice does not make you’ve helped me gain. I don’t want perfect, it makes permanent. Perfect to. Because the quantity pales in practice makes perfect. 3. If you’re comparison to the impact each one not going to put sunscreen on, don’t had on my life. I have made life-long complain about your sunburn. friends because of you and your 4. There is incredible a difference ability to between bring people soreness together to and pain. play the game. You must That’s what learn when it all boils to complain: down to. The when you’re game. You simply sore, are a game. keep quiet; I should feel when you’re no more injured, get emotional Sports column by maggiemainelli off the field. after a game 5. If you’re in of you than between a small and medium, go with after a game of Chutes and Ladders. the medium. If you’re in between an But why is that not the case? I keep extra small and a small, eat some food. coming back to you for more. It’s as 6. Your teammates will be your best if, as food feeds the stomach, you are friends for the season whether you like feeding my spirit. it or not. You don’t have to like them, Even when you’re hurting me, I but you do have to love them. 7. When am blessed you’ve even given me a you’re playing out of town, DO NOT chance. No matter how many cuts, be the one who gets the team kicked bruises, farmer’s tans, sprains, or even out of the hotel. 8. Being the coach’s surgeries I have to go through, the daughter will only get you so far. At pain will be ultimately balanced out by some point, everyone has to prove the brilliant glory that is ever-present themselves. 9. You’re never too old to when I am with you. bring treats for the team. 10. You will Each tear I have cried out of pain never be the best. You can be amazing, or heartbreak was easily refuted but there will always be someone by a hundred more that came from

Sweating Truth

laughing with my teammates. And now I sit in my dirty uniform after playing two games today, with another yet to come. I’m sweaty, exhausted, and I have to continually check my right shoulder to make sure it’s still attached to my body. But I don’t care. I wouldn’t have it any other way. It is an honor to me to be hurt by you. I have three months left with you, and I want you to hurt me, beat me up, challenge me. I want you to make it as hard as possible to love you. But I will anyway. I am going to leave everything on the field. I’m going to make diving plays, but I’m also going to make errors. And I’m going to hit home runs, but I’m also going to strike out. And I’m okay with that. I have finally come to terms with every part of you, the good and the bad. And I am inexplicably excited to get lost in your glory for as long as I can. And I know it’s not forever. It can’t be. You are not mine to keep. There are a million little girls who will step on to the field for the first time this summer, and you will steal some of their hearts the same way you took mine: silently. They will learn the game and fall for it without even knowing it until they are completely wrapped around your finger. I will play my last game with you this July. I could have the best game of my life, or the worst. Either way, it’s going to sting worse than any pain I’ve ever experienced. You were my first love, and I owe you my entire life. Thank you for everything, and I will always love you.

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[18] Entertainment

What fills your essential summertime picnic basket? Graphic by laurenwarner

Jordan Leeds ‘15

Anna Mantini ‘17

Emilee Braun ‘18

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Must-haves for every wardrobe:

Never go out of style in these closet classics

“I

never have anything to wear.” This is the frustrating statement muttered by girls everywhere, far too often. If all girls were armed with the following six timeless pieces, this would never be heard again.

A Little Black Dress sounds like a cliché, but it’s an absolute necessity in every closet. When in doubt of how dressy an event is, throw on a trusty LBD and be the best dressed every time. Simple black dresses are easy to dress up with jewelry and nice shoes, or dress down with a denim shirt thrown over the top.

A Plain White T-Shirt is essential to any wardrobe, no matter a person’s individual style. Wear it with absolutely anything — jeans, shorts, etc. White tees are also great for layering under sweaters and button up shirts.

Basic Black Leggings can be thrown on for any occasion.

Whether they’re worn with a sweatshirt around the house or dressed up with a flowy blouse, black leggings won’t be going out of style anytime soon.

Dark Wash Jeans are flattering on every body type. Because of the dark wash, they easily go from casual with a hoodie to dressy with a sweater and bold necklace.

Ballet Flats are great alternatives to high heels. Heels can be uncomfortable if they are worn for long periods of time, so flats are great for all-day wear. They can be worn with a dress for a more formal occasion, or with jeans for a casual occasion.

Casual Sneakers are perfect with jeans or even a uniform for school. Always count on casual sneakers to be comfy and pull a look together. Brands like Vans and Keds have a variety of styles to choose from.

Shop the closet classics Senior Baylie Moravec models six timeless pieces.

Gap, $60

Scheels, $45 Polo Ralph Lauren, $50

Gap, $20

Banana Republic, $50 Kohl’s, $35

Graphic by tayloreicher

Kennedy Stormberg ‘18

Hot Summer Playlist Graphic by anabellemcdonald 1. “Shut Up and Dance” - Walk the Moon - Kathryn Baginski ‘16 2. Every single song from “High School Musical 2” - Cast of HSM2 - Tehilah Alphonso ‘16 3. “Let Her Go” - Mac Demarco - Brooke Huerter ‘17 4. “Steal My Girl” - One Direction - Maddie Neppl ‘15 5. “Surfin USA” - The Beach Boys - Emma Roth ‘18 6. “Island in the Sun” - Weezer - Natalie Lucas ‘15

Summer is a great time to listen to and explore new music. Here are ten songs from Marian girl’s summer playlists that you can check out and enjoy!

7. “Summer” - Calvin Harris - Clara Wertzberger ‘16 8. “Chains” - Nick Jonas - Mia Souilleiere ‘18 9. “Mr. Brightside” - The Killers - Audrey Burt ‘15 10. “Teenagers” - My Chemical Romance - Anna Swoboda ‘18

Big Sister Summer Events Welcome, Class of 2019

June Splash for incoming Freshmen • June 20th: 9 - 11:30 a.m. Practice soccer field July Bash for incoming Freshmen • July 11th: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Quad

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The Network [May 2015]

Get the scoop on the best ice cream in town L sarahmullen

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How lazy are you?

Can you finish taking this quiz?

1. When your alarm goes off in the morning you A. Wake up right away B. Hit snooze once... 5 more minutes will definitely make me less tired C. What alarm?! 2. At a party you can be found... A. Dancing to “Party Rock Anthem” B. Does watching Netflix in my bed count as a party? C. Sitting on the couch, chatting with my close pals

3. If you were trapped in an elevator you would... A. Tap the shoulder of the person next to you and play it off like it wasn’t you B. I don’t care if I have to pry the door open or climb out of the ceiling, I am getting out C. Make myself at home, someone else will figure it out

Molly Haddick ‘16

Mostly A’s You’re a mover and a shaker!

There truly ain’t no mountain high enough, you never hesitate to sit down and take care of business!

4. You can only eat one food for the rest of your life. You choose... A. Valentino’s, because it has so many options B. I make a mean dish of macaroni shaped like Spongebob Squarepants C. A decorative pot roast 5. You dropped food on the floor... A. I think the ten-thousand second rule applies B. Ugh! Not another two minutes in the microwave, but for food — whatever it takes! C. Throw it away and give the floor a good scrubbin’ 6. What are you most likely to tweet about? A. A five-paragraph essay about how I’m putting off writing my English five-paragraph essay B. Three words that no one could possibly understand but me C. #$wag

Morgan Crockett ‘17

Mostly B’s You have half of your marbles together!

More often than not, you make your own lunch, but you’d be lying if you said Mom never lends a helping hand!

Emilee Barnes ‘18 and Isabella Nownes ‘18

Mostly C’s You’re a dilly-dallier

They say life’s a marathon and not a sprint, but if I can get up out of bed to run it, I’ll likely be sprinting it to catch up.

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ocated on the corner of 12th and Jackson, Ted and Wally’s makes its home in one of Omaha’s most picturesque and historic settings — the Old Market. Taste buds tingle in anticipation of some of Omaha’s only homemade ice cream; with 18 percent butter fat, the highest in the state, these flavors can’t be enjoyed anywhere else. Each day you can test-taste and choose from 10-12 flavors being offered. Check on the Facebook page to see what flavors are in store. The texture is soft and a little icy, nothing like your average frozen yogurt shop. Most flavors are rich and filling, with a subtle spice due to their unique homemade mixing. Even one scoop can be hard to finish, especially if you order their most popular flavor: Salty Seahorse (salted caramel with cookie dough). Beyond simple scoops of ice cream, the shop offers sundaes, floats and shakes. Try the coffee, cappuccino or espresso float; the coffee beans are from an organic free-trade vender. Prices range from $2.72 for a single scoop to almost $7 for a large dish with multiple mix-ins. This sweet shop is open from 11 a.m. (12 a.m. on Sundays) to 10 p.m. every night. Overall, Ted and Wally’s cold treats are a blast from the past, just like Grandma and Grandpa liked it, and will delight any traditional ice cream enthusiast.

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ocated just south of 24th Street, Helados Santa Fe is found in South Omaha where one can immerse himself or herself into the Hispanic culture. They offer more than 19 flavors in popsicles and 14 flavors in ice cream, including Esquimales (popsicles covered in chocolate, sometimes sprinkled with nuts or coconut), Rompope (Mexico’s popular year-round eggnog) and Frutas Secas (collection of “dried fruit”). However, they do serve traditional flavors such as limon (“lime”), sandia (“watermelon”), vainilla (“vanilla”), and chocochip (“chocolate chip”). Their prices range anywhere from $2 for a single scoop to $5 for three scoops of any flavors. Aside from their frozen dessert menu, they offer a menu filled with additional items including cups of fresh fruit, flan (a dessert of sweetened egg custard with caramel topping), and other refreshments. Helados Santa Fe is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. every night of the week, including Sunday. So, the next time you’re looking to try something new and delicious, you know just where to go: Helados Sante Fe on 24th Street.

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Declaration Day: O

n Friday, May 1 the senior class of 143 students gathered in the West Gym to declare their next destination. “After four long years at Marian it is always exciting to hear where the girls are choosing to go and to look at all the different schools, options and majors they are considering,” Counselor Mrs. Laura Gelecki said.

The Network [May 2015]

Seniors embark on their new odyssey

Kansas

Benedictine College: Katherine LaRose, Elizabeth Schumacher & Sierra Shupe University of Kansas: Chloe Kutilek, Morgan Leatherman, Sarah Nelson & Margaret Stahlnecker

Minnesota

College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University: Linsey Sanchez University of Minnesota Twin Cities: Sarah Cronin & Megan Smith University of St. Thomas: Claire Gulseth

Quick Declaration Day Fact

Missouri

Missouri State University: Addison Thonen Rockhurst University: Kaitlyn Hickey & Maggie Mainelli St. Louis University: Julianna Curley, Katlyn Martin, Kellie McCormick, Elizabeth Van Dyke & Julia Tatten University of Missouri-Kansas City: Alexandra Ramirez William Jewell: Maren Lebens

78 seniors are staying in Nebraska, 10 are going to Missouri, 7 are going to Iowa & 7 are going to Kansas.

Mississippi

Alabama

University of Mississippi: Susan Dineen

Arkansas

University of Mary: Margaret Shonsey

Arizona

Fordham University: Alexandra Regan New York University: Audrey Burt

North Dakota

University of Alabama: Bailey Nihsen

New York

John Brown University: Lauren Warner

University of Arizona: Makenzie Bartling

California

Santa Clara University: Julia Lanoha & Hallie McNamara University of San Diego: Erin Carollo

Colorado

Colorado State University: Alyssa Davis, Lauren Doherty & Sophia Lemen Regis University: Lucy Findley University of Denver: Taylor Munchrath & Hanna Sheehan

Florida

University of Tampa: Madison Shramek

Iowa

Drake University: Gabrielle Jonas Iowa State University: Blair Cera & Paige Maass Iowa Western: Olivia Wolodkewitsch University of Iowa: Charlotte Elsasser, Madeline Mendell & Sarah Mullen

Illinois

Loyola University Chicago: Fiona Kennedy Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: Anna Winkeler

Indiana

University of Notre Dame: Molly LaFave St. Mary’s College: Marie McCusker

Left to right: Stephanie Huber, Lucy Findley, Audrey Burt, Nicole Steiner, Summer Baldwin, Kellie McCormick & Katherine Pickering

1. Emily Bashus & Kiera Johnson 2. Julia Lanoha, Sarah Mullen, Morgan Leatherman, Hanna Sheehan, Katherine Pallesen & Margaret Stahlnecker 3. Maggie Mainelli & Sophia Lemen 1

4. Claire Gulseth, Anna Winkeler, Kayla Ohio Sullivan & Margaret University of Dayton: Nicole Steiner Shonsey 5. Erin Carollo & Oregon Katlyn Martin 5 University of Portland: Bridget Mulhall

Pennsylvania

LaSalle University: Elaine Hart 2

Nebraska

Capital School of Hair: Lauren Smith College of St. Mary’s: Amanda Flatley Creighton University: Sadie Ahsan, Kailey Bachman, Kathleen Bever, Elizabeth Bost, Caroline Byrne, Natalie Descheneaux, Erica Dunham, Hannah Frisbie, Sara Greisch, Emma Mancuso, Kelly McGonigal, Madelyn Neppl, Kelsey O’Connell, Maria Valadez & Kayla Young Metropolitan Community College: Mary Hilton & Teresa Schmidt Nebraska Wesleyan: Isabella Carnazzo & Julie Moritz University of Nebraska Kearney: Brooklynn Venteicher University of Nebraska Lincoln: Summer Baldwin, Sarah Bohnenkamp, Grace Bradford, Amber Bridgeford, Hannah Drazdys, Abigail Drobny, Taylor Eicher, Lauren Gambaiana, Brianna Geis, Mackenzie Gregg, Kylie Ham, Marley Hook, Emily Keller, Blair Kellner, Sheila Kerins, Natalie Lucas, Erin Martinez, Emily McMinn, Anna Morrison, Maeve Nelson, Kelly Neuhaus, Katherine Pallesen, Mary Pearson, Katherine Pickering, Keeley Ramaekers, Mary Schlotfeld, Kenna Silvey, Paula Stevens, Kayla Sullivan, Kelly Weiler, Emily Welchans, Madeline Wood & Charlotte Wortmann University of Nebraska Omaha: Caroline Arens, Evelyn Benda, Emma Bidroski, Leah Cerny, Samantha Chaney, Indiga Hadford, Tara Harrington, Amy Hasenjager, AnnMarie Hauser, Olivia Howard, Kalil Johnson, Jordan Leeds, Megan Majewicz, Melia Markham, Katherine McCarthy, Catherine Philbin, Caitlyn Phillips, Marissa Schliesman, Kathryn Siwa, Farah Soll, Johanna Vasko & Katherine White Wayne State College: Alison Harrahill

South Carolina

University of South Carolina: Mary Woodruff Wofford College: Emma Fletcher

South Dakota

Dakota State University: Cassandra Jones University of South Dakota: Emily Bashus, Kiera Johnson & Baylie Moravec

Texas

Texas A&M: Emily Worth Texas Christian University: Faith Carter & Stephanie Huber Texas Tech University: Margaret Begley & Madeline Wright

Virginia

University of Richmond: Brynn Robertson

Wisconsin

Marquette University: Anabelle McDonald

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