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MAR. 18, 2010
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By Chelsea Arnold Editor-in-Chief From the first few lines of ‘Wonder of the World,’ one may think it will be another play about couples and their drama. Think again; this play has off-the-wall characters with ridiculous moments of couple’s comedy that will take you on a crazy ride to Niagara Falls. “People should come see the play because it is a great way to forget about the craziness of our own lives and laugh at someone else for a while,” senior Kaitie Kee said. The show begins with a young woman named Cass (Libby Mowers)
packing her bags to leave her husband. The original plan to leave in secret is foiled, however, when her husband Kip (Ben Simon) surprises her by coming home early. Despite the slight speed bump, Cass leaves. In her travels, Cass meets a young woman named Lois (Kaitie Kee), who feels her own husband has abandoned her, and is on her way to Niagara Falls to go over in a barrel. The two bond over the fact that they have left their husbands, and encounter a series of events and bizarre
the falls. “Lois is the type of character that everyone unfortunately knows,” Kee said. Each of the characters are unique and can be complex. The cast members have all put the highest dedication into creating their characters. “The coolest part is going to rehearsal and getting to work with a group of fun and talented people, and never getting tired of doing it day after day,” Kee continued. There is one special feature about this show: all but one cast member are seniors. “I look forward to doing
Procrastination: By Kyle Hintz Staff Writer
A love-hate relationship
Procrastination get pizza at 4 AM in the morning’, I’m is something we all struggle with. It’s saying ‘Shit! I’m already in the car!’ always there; lurking within every I asked Brad what he does when he responsible, punctual student (or hasn’t completed an assignment that teacher), that potential to shirk one’s is due, he said “I’ll skip class because responsibilities. I’ll feel bad All you have about it and to do is log in pull off a to facebook and ‘sickness’. check the statuses That of some of your sounds bad, friends and you’ll but there find that most of are many them are putting nights where off or dreading a I’m up ‘til, certain paper or where I pull project. It seems all-nighters 3 that no matter days in a row what there’s just to get going to be an homework assignment that done doesn’t come to because I mind until the last CHRISTINE RICHARDSON procrastinate minute. Procastination always leads to the Book Pile of Doom. that bad,” he Here’s what said. people had to say: “I fly by the seat I asked if he though procrastination of my pants,” said sophomore Brad was bad or just a fact of life, he said: Gebben, “24/7, like if someone says Continued Pg 5 ‘Hey, Brad you wanna go to St. Louis to
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Vol. 88, Iss. 7 between jumping from rooms to boats and building an on stage waterfall, the entire production is sure to impress even the most stubborn critic. Riotous laughter waits for you each night at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts between Mar. 25-27 at 7:30 PM and Sun. Mar. 28 at 2:30 PM. Tickets are free, but reservations are encouraged.
every show that I can get in. This one will be extra special since it’s my last one at McKendree,”said senior Dennis Bisto, who plays Captain Mike, the captain of the ‘Maid of the Mist’ at Niagara Falls. Another crazy aspect of the show will be the sets and various scene changes made throughout the show, all of which were created and will be handled by a number of dedicated Seniors Linny Mowers (Cass) and Kaitie Kee (Lois) cling to each other crew
inside their barrel at the top of Niagra Falls.
Keeping the ‘art’ in liberal arts By Sarah Adams Associate Editor
If you attend McKendree University, you probably know what events and majors get the most attention on campus. We’re big on athletics for such a small school and our strongest major programs are business and education. True to its liberal arts status, however, McKendree has a full major program in art. Unfortunately, it is a program faced with a unique set of problems. For instance, a non-art student could probably spend all four undergraduate years at McKendree without ever encountering an art major or having a reason to visit the small art building, Benson Wood. Moreover, some criticize McKendree’s art courses for not including enough modern digital elements and focusing too much on fine arts like oil painting. Anna Niebrugge, one of about eight or nine art majors on campus, wishes the art program were bigger and that the facilities and equipment were more up-to-date. Another complaint stems from the fact that Benson Wood is almost always locked after 5 PM, which is not very convenient for art students who need to work on projects. “The professors are great and they
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do everything they can to encourage and make us better artists, but Benson Wood is very old and needs renovating. We have so few art majors that we don’t always get the classes we need. On the other hand, Mr. Ottinger and Professor Drake are both very nice and always willing to help us,” she said. Another student said, “McKendree’s art program needs to look to more modern forms of art, including Photoshop, designing and digital photography.” Although it may be slightly behind the curve of artistic progress, McKendree’s art program is changing in accordance with new developments and student needs, as it has a history of doing. According to Professor David Ottinger, McKendree’s original areas of focus were theology, language and art, making art one of the oldest majors on campus. The current art curriculum involves a lot of drawing, painting and classical concepts as well as a class in darkroom photography. Content of the art programs varies depending on equipment, interest and available teachers.
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Letter to the Editor By Edward Willett Contributing Writer Dear Editor, This year is a census year, 2010. It is very important for all resident students to fill out Census forms when they arrive. Resident students (including international students) are considered part of the community where they live when the census is taken---March and April. Resident Life will be taking the lead on Census participation and students will soon begin to see relevant information, but it is important to “get it on the resident students’ radar” as soon as possible. Census numbers determine boundaries for state and local legislative and congressional districts, and the amount of monies allocated to communities from the federal government.
The city of Lebanon will benefit greatly from students’ participation. In large part, this is where the funding comes from for municipal projects like road and sidewalk improvements, so what’s good for Lebanon is good for McKendree in this respect. It’s coming---please participate. It consists of 10 short questions, with no sensitive questions asked, like financials or social security information. Students who live off campus in Lebanon are required to fill out Census forms when they arrive, also. Watch for further information soon and get ready to “STAND UP AND BE COUNTED!” Edward M. Willett, Director of Operations
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In this issue Kristen Eckstadt Grace Fisher Kyle Hintz
The McKendree Review is a student-run organization of McKendree University. The mission of The McKendree Review is to give students the opportunity to learn the news process and publish articles pertaining to their opinions and ideas. The staff does not agree with all
Our next competition is a set of riddles, found below. The theme fo the month is ‘Riddles from Famous Novels,’ features Lewis Carroll, Stephen King, and J.R.R. Tolkien. Because we did nt have a winner from the last contest, we will have two winners this month. Anyone who completes and returns the Crossword to The McKendree Review Staff will be entered in a drawng to win a $5 Gift Certificate to Sweeter House of Coffee in Lebanon. All entrants will be notified of the drawing’s results. We look forward to hearing from you!
“Why is a raven like a writing desk?” Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.’ “If you feed me I grow, but give me water and I’ll die. What am I ?” - Stephen King’s ‘Dark Tower’ series. “This thing all things devours, Birds, beasts, trees, flowers, Kills kings, ruins towns, And brings high mountains down.” J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Hobbit.’ Send your answers in to mckreview@mckendree.edu by Fri. April 2, 2010
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BRING YOUR FUNNY BONE Comedian Nick Cobb comes to campus By Amber Clay Contributing Writer
Often described as an “outburst comic,” Nick Cobb’s comedy is emotional and thoughtful with a physical rant always right around the corner. While a native Memphian, Nick attended Indiana University where he majored in Psychology. After graduating, he traveled Australia working odd jobs, like selling water filters door-to-door. Upon his return home, Nick started hitting the local comedy club because it was always his dream. In no time, Nick won a stand-up competition and moved to New York City. He headlines at clubs, colleges, benefits
and corporate events all over the country. Nick recently returned from a college tour throughout the South and has been doing commentary for MTV videos. He has also been featured on AMC’s “Date Night”. When not performing, Nick dominates Sudoku. His website is nickcobb.com. Nick Cob will be coming to McKendree University Mar. 24, 2010. His stand-up show will be held in Ames at 9:30 PM This is a 24 Card event and there will be hot wings served in the Lair immediately following the show. Bring your funny bone.
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Keeping McKendree Cultured By Ben Simon Assistant Editor
The “Montage”
Are you an artist that is not too modest to share your work with the campus? You may already be aware that the Literary Interest Society funds a publication that will give you the opportunity to distribute your art. This is your chance to break the barrier between personal property and artistic exhibition, but submitting creative writing or visual artwork to McKendree’s literary magazine, the “Montage.” This publication has been compiling the student body’s best poetry, fiction, drama, photography and illustrations for many years, spreading the hidden talent of McKendree to other students free of charge. The “Montage” actually
originated as an insert to the “McKendree Review” for the 1990 academic year. The following year it was granted funds to become its own publication and has stayed that way ever since. If you are interested in maintaining the magazine’s prosperity, or maintaining the prosperity of your own creativity for that matter, get ready to send in your artwork. Feel free to create something fresh and new, or submit something you’ve had hiding in your portfolio for years that’s dying to be set free. A hard copy of the artwork must be submitted to the mailbox of Dr. Jenny Mueller without the creator’s name on the individual work of art, plus an electronic copy to
Update - March 15th we determined the first month weight loss winner. - Website is available for anyone not just challenge participants @ mckendreechallenge.com - Activities are also available for everyone. - Check calendar for weekly recipes, cooking events, exercise sessions and other activities - On March 15th, the 2nd Body Composition was taken and determined the 1st Body Composition winner.
jimueller@mckendree.edu. A cover letter must be included providing the artist’s name and contact information, as well as the titles of the works submitted. The editors and readers of the “Montage” then select certain works to be published, viewing the artwork individually without knowing who has submitted it. The deadline for submission will be sometime in the first half of April. Once the magazine is printed it is spread across campus, free to be taken and kept by any person who wants one. The accessibility of the artwork is what makes the “Montage” a beneficial way to share creativity and experience the creativity of others, providing pleasure and culture for anyone on campus who opens him or herself up to the opportunity. The last two years that the “Montage” was published awards were give out recognize excellence in the genres of fiction and poetry. Here is Sarah Adams’ winning poem from last spring:
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Ramble into Spring By Ben Simon Assistant Writer Hoping to start off the warmer seasons on the right foot? If you want to kick-start a spring full of good health and activity then “Ramble Into Spring” is the perfect opportunity to help you follow through with your resolutions. On the Saturday morning of March 20th hundreds of runners will be participating in a McKendree sponsored road race to promote exercise and celebrate the arrival of spring. With the help of about 90 volunteers coming from student organizations, athletic teams, staff, faculty and members of the community the campus is encouraging anyone and everyone from the university and surrounding neighborhood to compete in this three-in-one race. Runners have the
option of a five kilometer (3.1 miles) run/walk, a 10 kilometer (6.2 miles) run, or the full 10 mile run. Competition is not the point of this event so if you’re interested don’t be intimidated by the word “race.” All participants will be given a free “Ramble Into Spring” t-shirt designed by Race Director Katherine Thomas. Thomas commented on the value of the race saying that “it promotes good health and an activity that the whole family can do together. I think it’s great that there are three races in one because if the whole family wants to do it together they can do the 5K and for those die hard runners there is the 10K and the 10 mile. It’s designed for many different types or runners and or walkers for those
who are interested.” The race will begin at 8:00 AM at the starting line by the McKendree fountain and take the runners through a course guided by directional signs that will eventually lead back to the campus at the finish line beneath the water tower. It’s not too late to set some new goals for yourself and stimulate your body with rewarding exercise. “Ramble Into Spring” is the perfect chance for you to get outdoors, get active, and start staying fit. Even if you aren’t interested in exercise the event will be swarming with friendly and familiar faces from all across the community; so at the very least you’re guaranteed to have fun.
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Need Something to Do? Look No Further than The Lair! Planning an on-campus event or just need a place to hang out? Don’t look past The Lair! Located below the bookstore in Lower Deneen, The Lair offers a variety of entertainment options. You can catch the big game or watch your favorite television show with friends on any of the available TV’s (2-27”, 2-37” LCD’s, or 50” Big Screen). In addition to the televisions, try your skill at any of the recreational games available. Two pool tables, two electronic dart boards, and a ping pong table are ready for use. For video gamers, Nintendo Wii, and Playstation 2 consoles are available with a limited number of game titles for each. Additional game titles and an X-Box 360 platform are in the works. A form of ID (McKendree ID or Driver’s License) is required to check out equipment for use. The Lair can also be your source for live entertainment. On selected nights, local bands, nationally touring musicians, and entertainers can be seen displaying their talents in front of the mic. Students, faculty, and staff are also welcome to hone their performing skills at events like karaoke, or open mic nights.
When the mercury raises to comfortable temperatures, live music may venture outside in the Lair Pit. Dining options are limited to convenience store types of foods at less than convenience store prices. A variety of quick, microwavable items exist in personal pizzas, hot pockets, burgers, and other selections. Take them with you back to your room or use the available microwave and enjoy on site. Quench your thirst with a bottle of Gatorade, water, or Monster Energy Drink. The fountain soda machine is also available, as well as vending soda and juice machines. Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) are also welcome to use The Lair for scheduled events or meetings. To do so, download the Event Registration located on the McKendree website on the Club and Organization Resources page. The Lair staff would be more than happy to assist in making your event a success. Lair Hours are: Monday-Friday 9:30AM – 1AM, Saturday and Sunday 10AM – 11PM. Free popcorn returns Monday-Friday from noon-10PM starting Mar. 15!
Calendar of Events
March 17 - Teach Me (Online Registration 101) at 3PM in PAC 222 Wild Wednesday Event: Pimp Your Mug (decorate your own mug) time and location TBA St. Patty’s Day Party featuring musician Natalie Gelman (www.myspace.com/nataliegelman or www.nataliegelman.com) at 8:30PM in The Lair March 18 - McKendree Idol Auditions at 8PM in PAC (room TBA) Movie Night at 10PM in The Lair – ‘The Blind Side’ March 19 - NACHOAVERAGEFRIDAY – Bingo Night at 7PM in The Lair Movie Night at 9PM in The Lair – ‘The Blind Side’
Features Make a Difference on Campus – Join Campus Activities Board! Campus Activities Board is accepting applications and conducting interviews for Executive Board, Committee member, and staff positions for the 2010-2011 academic year. We are looking for fun, dedicated, hard working individuals who are interested in planning and promoting events on campus. This is a great opportunity to get skills and experience that look great on a résumé! Thinking grad school? Job after college? Get involved and make a difference!
Open positions include:
Student Director (must be at least sophomore status) Program Chair (must be at least sophomore status) Program Committee Members Artists (Flyers, posters, and other advertisements) - please email croberts@ mckendree.edu for information. Samples of previous work may be required. Applications and position descriptions are located online at: http://www. mckendree.edu/CAB We are looking for students who have the potential to be successful leaders at McKendree and beyond. It is our hope to give you a positive, enriching experience that will help prepare you for future endeavors. If you have questions about any of the positions or just questions in general, please feel free to contact Natalie Jennings, CAB Student Director (ncjennings@mckendree.edu), Candace Brown, CAB Student Director (cbbrown@mckendree.edu), or Craig Robertson, Director of Campus Activities (crobertson@mckendree.edu).
McKendree Idol is ComingWill you be the next…McKendree Idol? It could be worth $250! Campus Activities Board and CLIO are teaming up to present the 7th Annual McKendree Idol Competition. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Fund. To date, CAB and CLIO have raised over $5500 through McKendree Idol. The competition begins with auditions which start on March 18 from 8PM-10PM and March 21 from 7PM-9PM in PAC (room TBA). In the auditions, participants will get the opportunity to perform a 3-minute a cappella version of a song of their choice. Contestants advancing to the elimination round will meet on Mon., Mar. 22 to select music to be used for the elimination and final rounds. McKendree Idol has seen a number of high profile celebrity hosts, including: comedians Lee Camp and Roy Wood Jr, and musician, Five Times August. This year will be no different.
Are You Ready? Our host for this year’s McKendree Idol finals will be comedian, Loni Love. Loni has made television appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Comedy Central’s Chocolate News and The Best Damn Sports Show Period. Loni has been on VH1’s I Love the 70’s/80’s/90’s, and I Love The Toys, and has had guest starring roles on UPN’s Girlfriends and the CBS sitcom Worst Week. Loni also had a recurring role as Lunch Lady Rose on the Nickelodeon show Ned;s Declassified School Survival Guide. Currently, she is a guest host for the show GSN Live as well as a regular panelist on the hit shows, Chelsea Lately on E! and Tru TV’s Smoking Gun Presents. For more information or to sign up to be a McKendree Idol participant, please go to: http://www.mckendree.edu/studentlife/ mckidolhome.aspx.
Spring Fling 2010
Mark your calendars for Spring Fling on May 1. It will feature a car show, live music, games, foam dance party, chicken wing competition, and the area’s largest chicken dance - you don’t want to miss it!
Get information and updates at: http://www.mckendree.edu/studentlife/springfling.aspx.
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Triva Night for a Not-So-Trivial Cause By Sarah Adams Associate Editor Those of us who live in the United States think of polio as a thing of the past. Most of us have never had a friend afflicted by polio or lost a relative to it. We’re more focused on heart disease and cancer and never spare a thought for “extinct” diseases. In some countries, however, polio is still a very real threat. The disease still causes disability in children in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. In 1985, the Rotary humanitarian organization began a campaign to wipe out polio once and for all,
contributing millions of dollars and innumberable volunteer hours to the cause. That campaign has been taken up in part by the college-level version of the club, Rotaract. McKendree’s Bearcat Rotaract club is putting its own efforts toward the eradication of polio. If you have seen anyone on campus wearing a pin declaring “End Polio Now,” you have seen some evidence of the Bearcat Rotaracters’ activity. The pins are given out for a donation to raise funds and awareness for the polio project. In March, Rotaract is planning a larger fundraiser: a Trivia Night
held in Ames dining hall on campus. The trivia night will be held on March 18th at 8 P.M. in Ames, $8 per person or $40 for a team. Students and community members alike are welcome to come enjoy a night of trivia and competition for prizes! Proceeds from the trivia night will benefit the Rotary polio project. It doesn’t take much to protect a child from polio for life. Just one vaccine will prevent the disease for a lifetime. Bring yourself, your friends and your family to Bearcat Rotaract Trivia Night and help contribute to this great cause.
Mix Tape of the Month By Kristen Eckstadt Staff Writer
I don’t know about you, but I get tired of the radio and hearing the same songs OVER AND OVER AGAIN. That’s why I’ve
compiled a list of songs that will give your ears a break. Enjoy! You can download these songs on Itunes, Napster, or Amazon. Try something new for once; you won’t be disappointed.
1. ‘Stranger in a Strange Land’ - 30 Seconds to Mars 2. ‘Bad Cops Bad Charities’ - PlayRadioPlay! 3. ‘Barely Listening’ - Pilot Speed 4. ‘Better Than Heaven’ - Bloc Party 5. ‘Portions for Foxes’ - Rilo Kiley 6. ‘Real World’ - All-American Rejects 7. ‘Embers’ - Just Jack 8. ‘Everything We Had’ - The Academy Is 9. ‘Cobrastyle’ - Teddybears featuring Mad Cobra 10. ‘All This Time’ - Heartless Bastards
Procrastination Cont. “I mean procrastination can be bad, but if you actually plan your schedule to procrastinate it’s not as bad. If you’re a night owl anyway, like I am, like one night a week, I pull an allnighter once a week no matter what. So, I mean procrastination does get put into that, but it can be a bad thing to some people who aren’t adjusted to it, but once you are it can be useful.” He went on to say, “Ring Pops are awesome!” I don’t know what that has to do with procrastination, but I concur. Also, Brad missed our original
interview because he slept in. “I think if you get it done on time, it’s doesn’t matter how you get it done” said sophomore Maggie Hughes, “I think the panic gives you an adrenaline rush and you type faster.” It seems to me that procrastination is just a fact of life. Unless you are a highly motivated person odds are that you’ll put off most of your work until the day before it’s due.
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Mismatched Fashion: Fashion Forecast: Spring A Creative socks across campus By Talisha Bradford Contributing Writer
Every spring, new fashion trends emerge, and this spring is no different. Many new trends have hit store windows and magazine pages to prepare young, hip shoppers all over for the new season. Many of this season’s fashions are simple: florals, prints, feathered skirts, polka dots, military style tailored vests and bows. Typically, the new styles are not unveiled until after New York’s annual fashion week. This year’s fashions stand out a lot more and are much more noticeable than in previous years. They are not really over the top, but with the wrong accessories they can easily be overdone. Simple accessories in the same colors matching the ensemble would be a perfect fit. Matching florals and prints with polka dots would definitely be a fashion no-no. Keep your accessories simple and chic. It’s very easy to look like you’ve just stepped out of a magazine without going overboard, and breaking the bank. Local favorites such as Forever 21 and Macy’s have a huge variety of florals
and prints for everyone, whatever your fashion style may be. This past weekend, just about every store had something with polka dots, whether it be dresses, skirts, accessories or shoes. These little numbers will definitely keep you cool on a hot summer’s day while making sure you stay ahead of the fashion game. Pair each one of these dresses with a cute and comfy pair of heels and simple accessories, and you’ve got yourself a million dollar look for about $50. Military-style tailored jackets and vests have been around for a long time. Think back to the early 1990s, when superstars Michael and Janet Jackson always wore these types of vests. They have suddenly reemerged and today’s top pop acts have recreated the look. This look is timeless; having at least one of these jackets in your possession is highly recommended. It takes an outfit from being simple and plain and gives it that added flair. Heads will turn in awe of this jacket. Find them at Wet Seal if you like this look and are on a budget.
Feathered skirts are also a new trend this spring. Wear them with tights or stockings, or put one underneath a nice dress to make it pouf out. The frills give them a nice touch. Last on this spring’s list are bows, something which you can never go wrong with as a hair or shoe accessory. Bow ties add a perfect touch to just about anything as well as making you look very feminine without over-accessorizing. A nice pump with a bow gives pizzazz, without too much attention. Bows are noticeable and will draw an instant attraction to your shoe or hairstyle. This trend has been around for some time and will remain in fashion trends to come. To complete your ensemble with a chic and fashionable pump amiclubwear.com or Nine West offer many great deals. Last, but certainly not least, are the male fashion trends of this spring. Even though male fashion rarely changes, here are a few new trends: v-neck graphic tees, skinny leg denim and military styles. Many of these styles can be seen in major men’s fashion magazines such as GQ. I hope this review has given you some fashion ideas for this spring. Always remember to keep it trendy and up to the minute, but to find a style that is uniquely your own.
Letters from Home “I’ve always By Chelsea Arnold written to Editor-in-Chief
Even a person recovering a sign of a very busy from being plastered can person. Interestingly, the tell the difference between ratios of male/female Fashions and fads stripes and spots. So what responses were not too far change faster than a is the reason behind this apart. The yes/no ratio backpedaling politician, phenomenon? Is it pure for females was 6:1 and and nowhere are they more laziness or just another the male ratio was 4:1. obvious and abundant fashion in the same vein as Apparently, male and than on college campuses. acid-wash jeans? female students are almost Some fashions seem to For one thing, the wearing equally guilty of the former stick around for awhile of odd socks is not an fashion faux pas. (the legwarmers that were uncommon thing for Regardless of students’ super-popular during the people to do. In a survey reasons for wearing eighties and can still be seen of 33 students in one class, mismatched socks, it has hanging become a around on common retro fans) sight on and others campus and fall into barely raises a wellan eyebrow deserved anymore early grave (unless you (let’s face wear them it people: to a job disco is interview.) dead.) If it was What’s just a few popular students who changes did it to be more often unique in the than some beginning, people it has now change their The mismatched collection of socks is common in every dorm. become socks...and socially speaking 28 responded yes to the acceptable for the ones of socks, since when did it question “Have you ever who simply don’t feel become trendy not to wear worn mismatched socks?” like sorting laundry. Not ones that match? The majority gave “can’t bothering to match socks Undergraduate college find matches” as their could be considered a time students are stereotypically primary reason and said saver. We don’t have time notorious for being too they had only done it to dig through a pile of lazy to change out of their once or twice. However, laundry for identical socks pajamas before going to several said they did it when there are friends to class, but recently many to be unique or to be meet or classes to sleep seem to have achieved fashionable and that they through. Or it could be a new level of I-don’twore odd socks almost someone’s idea of creative care by wearing daily. When asked their expression. Who says mismatched socks. While opinion of others who wore purple and orange don’t go this could be chalked up odd socks, most simply together? Besides, we’re in to absentmindedness, responded “other” but six college, and we’re allowed colorblindness or the chose to describe them to be crazy. world’s most brutal as “cool” and only two We’ll worry about hangover, some color thought of them as “lazy.” matching socks after combos just seem too A couple even stated that graduation. outrageous to be accidental. they thought it was just
By Sarah Adams Associate Editor
Sending student letters to our soliders
Yancy’s part in the project began contact with loved ones at home. Also, several weeks ago. because the letters someone; I’m from She explained aren’t stuck in the a military family,” Heather Yancy said, in that not everyone often unreachable reference to her upcoming service project. overseas has access cyberspace, the The project was created to help raise to computers or troops will have awareness for support of our troops other forms of our something to keep overseas and their families still in the generation’s digital with them and states. Yancy is encouraging students and communication. reread when they staff to write letters to the troops and their Some will not need a boost. families. have access to a So how can “They deserve our love and respect for computer for their you get involved? the sacrifices they are making—having to entire tour. The letters can leave their families, missing their children’s So, while ‘snail be written to any birthdays and taking the responsibility of mail’ isn’t used branch of service protecting us. The letters will let the troops as often today Handwritten letters can mean more than any email. (please specify know that we appreciate them, and their as it was during when writing), or to service is worth something,” she said. World War II, it still provides a sense of family members, from young children to
the elderly. The letters to younger children should focus more on their parents or siblings coming home, and how they should be proud of their serving family members. All letters are due by the beginning of April, so they can be checked for content and appropriateness. These letters can count towards a student’s much-needed service hours, pending the number of letters written and their length. Let’s do something for those who protect our freedom, no matter how small it may seem. A letter with kind words can always brighten up the long days 3,000 miles away from home. Fr more information, contact Heather Yancy at: hayancy@mckendree.edu.
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Art students honored first first gallery show By Chelsea Arnold Editor-in-Chief As an artist, it is the scariest part of your life, and possibly the most gratifying, terrifying feeling in the world: showing you work at a gallery. When an artist’s work is on display, everyone who views it are looking into their mind, viewing their soul, and witnessing the expression of their world. Of the art majors at McKendree, two have recently been asked to show their work at the Varsity art Show, currently showing at Art St. Louis. Renee Middendorf and Ashley Dunning both have a piece on display. Middendorf’s piece, ‘Cannas,’ is a wood-made sculpture, approximately 29 X 29 X 69 inches.
“’Cannas’ is a hybrid of nature and the synthetic. Their relationship is harmonious in that they have blended to form a unity between what is natural and what man has created,“ Middendorf said. “The soft, curving forms of the plant have been replaced with hard, machine-like lines and solid blocks of color, giving the plant an edgy attitude while keeping its grace and beauty,” she said. Dunning’s painting is three pieces hung as a triptych, with each piece 24 by 47 inches on Gator board. “These painting are expressions of color and a hidden application of acrylic paint. The color palettes on each painting are designed to make the eyes vibrate with the
random juxtaposition created by the application.” Dunning said. She continued, “There is also directness to each piece because one will notice that if the colors were different than the piece. This would then look awkward to the eye and the viewer would not notice the subtle luminosity of the palettes.” The two were featured with art students from across the bi-state area, and caught the eye of many spectators in attendance. While the work is no longer on display, please take time to congratulate Renee and Ashley on their accomplishment. Art Saint Louis is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 10AM-5PM and Saturday 10AM-4PM.
“Cannas” created by Rene Middendorf
Triptych created by Ashley Dunning
ISO students: Breaking stereotypes, crossing cultural boundaries By Grace Fisher Contributing Writer Mckendree University is a typical, private institution nestled within the suburbia of Southern Illinois. It is a small university comprised of approximately 1350 undergraduate students. Within this relatively small number of students, there are 36 International students, representing 15 countries from around the world. This is a statistic most students at McKendree are probably unaware of. Being a part of ISO, International Student Organization, I have become more aware of how American students interact with International students and viceversa. Though McKendree does its best to promote diversity on campus, there is still a noticeable lack of integration among students. This is a sad reality for both Internationals and American students because both parties are missing out on a great opportunity to expose themselves to other cultures and other thoughts. It is this ignorance of the “other” that has caused much misunderstanding among American and International students. How do International and American students at McKendree view each other? I asked several students to find out, most of whom will remain anonymous. When I asked International
students if any of their initial biases of American students were realized upon meeting them, several said yes and no, and some said that they did not have any biases to begin with. One International said that when he watched American films back in his home country, he perceived Americans to be “open and fun-loving.” He found that for the most part this was true of American students. However, he also said that he had a misconception of American students in that he thought they would be stratified into rich and poor, and that the rich students would not have to work hard because they have their own links and networks to succeed. He also thought American students would be more prone to racism. He realizes, “That was not right. It is somewhat right, but not totally right.” He did mention, however, that American students tend to assume that Internationals do not know anything because they come from a foreign country that may be still developing. They assume Internationals are oblivious to
popular culture, but they are not aware that Internationals have much the same access to resources as Americans do due to globalization and the media. Deanne Puloka, a senior from Tonga majoring in Speech Communications and the president of ISO, had much of the same to say. Her initial bias
campus.” I also asked Deanne what Internationals contribute to McKendree. Besides the obvious given of diversity, she says they contribute “a different way of thinking.” I spoke to American students about their biases of Internationals, and most said they generally view Internationals as foreigners who are not used to American culture. One student admitted that her bias of all Internationals have accents was wrong when she met an International that did not have one. When I asked what Internationals contribute to McKendree, most American students generally agreed that International SARAH ADAMS students contribute a different was that all Americans would perspective to the community, but not know where Tonga is, which, they also conceded that they do not to her surprise, they did not view Internationals as being not. This left her feeling isolated much different from themselves. until the second semester of her One student even went so far junior year with the arrival of two as to state that though he tries to Pacific Islanders. When I asked be as polite and welcoming as Deanne if she thought McKendree he can to International students, supports Internationals well he does not give them special enough, she said, “I think treatment because he does not support for Internationals has think they offer anything more become better since my freshman than an American student. This year, especially since ISO is on same student reported that he
felt isolated from, and even unwanted by, Internationals because they seem to separate themselves from other students and group together, but this is true of everyone. I asked Anna Chambers, a sophomore majoring in Biology, what both Americans and Internationals can learn from each other. She answered, “To not be ignorant.” Apparently, it is this ignorance of each other that is causing this feeling of isolation and separation between International and American Students. Why do we isolate ourselves in separate groups? Is it really because we are only comfortable with people that are like us, with people that share our own interests and values? Is it really because we are afraid of something “different” from us, something outside of our norm? Certainly, yes. But in the end, we are all people aspiring to the same thing—getting an education. Can we just try to learn from each other while we are here and stop the misunderstanding? Hi, I’m Grace Yukiko Fisher, a JapaneseAmerican, and I’d like to know you better. The International Student Organization is open to all McKendree students interested in learning about and meeting fellow student from other countries. The organization offers opportunities for diversity and cultural exposure and holds activities. Contact Deanne Puloka at dspuloka@mckendree.edu if interested to out more.
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Blink and Rorschach in: “Grammazis and ‘there’ rules” By Sarah Adams
Career Readiness Fair Mar. 21 By Libby Mowers Guess what? Assistant Editor I’m here to remind
you that the “real world” is knocking at your door. Can you answer confidently? If not, or even if you just want more confidence, Career Services, along with Jeff Campbell in Alumni Relations, is hosting a Career Readiness Conference on Sunday, Mar. 21 from 1-5:30 pm. This conference is geared specifically toward students and what they need to know as they graduate and look for jobs. Jennifer Pickerell of Career Services said, “I’ve taken, during the last decade or so that I’ve been here, what students have told me they’re afraid of or what they need help with and that’s the basis of this conference.” In order to make the conference more accessible and worthwhile to students, Career Services and Alumni Relations bring in alumni to be the speakers. That means successful people, who have graduated with a very similar education that we are currently receiving, are giving first-hand insight into the working world. The day starts out with a talk on how to stand out, presumably in a good way, on résumés, in interviews and while networking. The session is lead by Sean Lashley, a 2002 McKendree graduate. He works with Fleishman-Hillard and is currently the Senior Vice President and Global Co-Chair of Fleishman-Hillard Entertainment. Another session focuses on networking
and how to establish relationships with professionals through friends and family, both online and in person. The talk will focus on taking the fear out of meeting new people. This session is lead by John Suarez, a McKendree graduate who is now an Area Director for Business Network International. The day also includes a discussion on financial issues, focusing on understanding credit, compensation packages and staying out of (or getting out of) debt. In other words, it’s about everything financially related that we probably have no real clue about. This talk is presented by Dr. Paul Funkhouser, who graduated from McKendree in 1970. The event concludes with mock interviews and a networking reception with alumni professionals. The mock interviews will prepare you for a real interview, as alumni will rate how well you do and give you advice on how to improve. The networking reception is a helpful and less scary way to start making connections in the professional world. Pickerell said, “Students can really make connections that day. Several people have actually gotten interviews from the mock interviews and the networking reception.” The event is open to all majors, but you must preregister with Career Services by Tues., Mar. 16. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jennifer Pickerell at Career Services.
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Liberal arts Cont. “We’ve had suggestions for bronze casting, Art Institute with a bachelor of arts in photography and glassblowing...even silkscreen,” said Ottinger. video and has taught at McKendree before. The NelsonClasses in specific areas of art move in and out of the Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City just bought two of program but Ottinger stated, “We continue to provide a McKenna’s pieces for a display this summer. current, basic program.” McKenna said that the content of the new course will In particular, some may wonder why McKendree depend on McKendree’s available equipment, but he sticks to developing black-and-white pictures for its definitely wants to incorporate programs like Photoshop, photography class rather than moving on to digital Dreamweaver and InDesign. He considers them essential or color photography. The reason for the lack of color tools that will “prepare students to go out and work in photography is the industry” and the same as it is called Photoshop for many other “an incredibly deep schools: McKendree creative tool.” lacks the facilities When asked to properly store about the quality and dispose of the of McKendree’s art chemicals involved program, Professor in developing color Ottinger stated that photographs. The it was comparable Environmental to any you would Protection Agency find at other area monitors the use of schools. Of course, such facilities. It is McKendree can’t typically only very compete with state large schools with money funding high funding that or schools like can afford to offer Washington courses in color University that have photography. larger endowments. As to “digital But competition in photography,” SARAH ADAMS larger art schools is Ottinger said that Students in Dr. Drake’s painting class take a break from their paint for a quick photo. brutal, and students technically, there get more personal is no such thing. help at McKendree. The term “photography” refers specifically to chemically Ottinger acknowledged that he has always been a developing pictures. What most people think of as digital proponent for more research, but the focus on teaching photography is properly called “digital imaging.” found at McKendree is just as important. Next spring semester, McKendree will offer its first Recent graduates from McKendree’s art program go course in digital imaging. Prior to now, digital imaging on to well-reputed graduate schools. Ottinger mentioned was offered only as a special topics class. Ottinger said Cory Sellers, who now attends Pratt Institute in he hopes that enough people will sign up to keep Brooklyn; Sarah Johnson, a math/art major now studying the class, as it is always a long process to get a class architecture at Washington University; and Mirai Sayama, approved by division, faculty and the College of Arts and who will graduate from Sotheby’s Institute of Art this Sciences. Future classes related to digital art will depend March. on the success of the imaging class. Prerequisites for the Ottinger himself is very involved in the art community class are computer graphics and photography classes. of St. Louis, exhibiting and creating his own studio work In order to offer this new course, Ottinger said that the in the area. He is currently helping to create the first stone art department needed higher expertise in the subject as lithography atelier (artist’s studio) in St. Louis. far as teaching. Ottinger works mainly with traditional While art may not be the main focus at McKendree, the media and has not studied digital work extensively. major still continues and develops. If more people show “I have no means of judging the value of that [digital an interest in art and support the addition of new courses art],” he said. like digital imaging, our university will have more success Instead of Professor Ottinger or Professor James Drake, keeping the “art” in “liberal arts.” the other primary arts teacher, digital imaging will be taught by Don McKenna, a successful photographer from Kirkwood. McKenna graduated from the Kansas City
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Montage: Cont. “Vacant” Coming home To crawl through the empty doorframe, Collapse on the bed and Die for the day with the fading light. How long has your heart been closed for repairs? Leaving only your mind running Chasing the empty pursuits That rattle like the lone dime in a homeless man’s can. Stop Take the moment to watch your heart Slide down the roofs of heaterless shacks And thump, echoing in the stomach of a hungry child. Take your hand from the briefcase And use it to pull a sister from the
windblown gutter. Anchor yourself in the storm By shouldering a brother’s heavy heart. Stop Trying to be immortal. Human is all you’ll ever need to be. Expect to see the “Montage” lying around the tables of campus around April, and feel encouraged to pick one up and sample the artistic skills of McKendree’s student body. Also feel encouraged to submit your own work to the “Montage” and show the campus the skills and imagination you may have been keeping a secret. Look for a campus-wide email from Dr. Mueller soon providing more information, including the exact submission deadline.
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Shutter Island:
“Is it better to live like a monster or die a good man?” 4 Paws
By Kyle Hintz Staff Writer “Shutter Island” is Martin Scorsese’s first feature film since “The Departed” and his long overdue Best Director Oscar win. Based on a novel by Dennis Lehane (“Mystic River”, “Gone, Baby, Gone”), adapted by Laeta Kalogridis, the story begins when U.S. Marshals Teddy Daniels (Leonardo Dicaprio) and Chuck Aule (Mark Ruffalo) arrive on Shutter Island to investigate the disappearance of a patient, Rachel Solando (Emily Mortimer) from Ashcliffe, the mental institution on the island. Ashcliffe is run by Dr. Cawley (Ben Kingsley) who seems to have no information about how this patient could have possibly escaped and is even less forthcoming to aid the Marshals in any way. I won’t give any more of the plot away. I’ll only say that on Shutter Island nothing is as it seems. The thriller is not Scorsese’s usual territory, but he proves that his talent isn’t bound by genre. He knows exactly how to push our buttons and by the time the credits roll we’ve been thoroughly manipulated. If you don’t like the sound of that, then this may not be your kind of movie, so if you want to stay safe (and boring) go rent G.I. Joe or something. This is a film for big boys and girls. Thelma Schoonmaker’s editing of this film is superb. The film is like a brilliantly constructed puzzle and had she left any little pieces out the whole thing would have fallen apart. As always, Scorsese has attracted an all-star acting ensemble with Leonardo Dicaprio at the helm, giving quite possibly his best performance to
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date. Had this been released in time for the Academy Awards, he would most certainly be getting a nomination. Meanwhile, there’s fantastic supporting work by Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley, Max Von Sydow, Emily Mortimer, Michelle Williams, John Carroll Lynch, Elias Koteas, Jackie Earle Haley, Patricia Clarkson and Ted Levine. With a cast like this, how can you go wrong? “Shutter Island” may not be what you expect, but that’s the beauty of it, so check it out.
Technology: Is face-to-face contact faux pax?
Everywhere we go, we are By Libby Mowers surrounded by people. We carry Assistant Editor
our lives in our pocket, our purse, our bag. We are never by ourselves. We are connected to the world. Yet we are undeniably, insurmountably alone. Technology, be it social networking sites, video games, texting or even television, has cut us off from each other while bragging that it brings us together. But how “together” can we be while each of us is sitting alone in an isolated room, even with the world at our fingertips? This “world” at our fingertips has projected walls between every person. We no longer look at the faces of our friends, unless it’s a profile picture. We can’t really see who people are through the eerie blue light of the screen. We can’t even see who we are. In fact, that is the basis of technological addiction, according to Dr. Robert Clipper. “Online relationships have a large degree of
mysterious Ponyo: “Life...is and amazing.” 3 Paws
By Chelsea Arnold Editor-in-Chief ‘Ponyo,’ created by Studio Ghibli and marketed in America through Disney, is the newest in a long-running line of animated films created by Hayao Miyazaki. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘The Little Mermaid,’ ‘Ponyo’ is an enchanting story of love and youth. When a young boy named Sosuke rescues Ponyo, a goldfish, she transforms a hyper, bright, cheerful and curious little girl, learning about love in the human world. After escaping from the sea, with help from very powerful magic, Ponyo throws the world slightly off-balance, causing storms and rising tides. In an attempt to put the Earth back into balance, Ponyo’s father, a sea sorcerer, creates obstacles and challenges to test the love that Sosuke holds for the young goldfish turned human. While the movie is very cute and entertaining, there are very few dramatic moments or complex situations to work through, compared to past movies. In contrast to Miyazaki’s other films like ‘Spirited Away,’ ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ or ‘Princess Mononoke,’ ‘Ponyo’ is not quite up to level of rest of the Ghibli collection. It is more of a simple tale woven for younger children. Regardless, the sheer perfection of the simple plot makes the movie worth seeing. On the artistic side of the film, ‘Ponyo’ is no disappointment. Studio Ghibli maintained their near-legendary animation with ‘Ponyo,’ down to the slightest movement and light shift. The musical score created for Ponyo is breathtaking to say the least. The cast, while questionable at first, fits perfectly with the characters. Several well
anonymity, and with this comes a large degree of fantasy. People can pretend who they’re talking to. They can even pretend who they are. So these relationships accelerate much more rapidly than they would face-to-face,” he said. Online relationships—via chat rooms, dating sites or social networking—are one of the psychological field’s main concerns. However, the anonymity of the Internet also provides an ideal realm for bullying. Dr. Clipper said, “Kids will bully each other online and never have to face who they’re bullying because of the anonymity of technology.” Anonymity of the Internet and other technology is bolstered by the fact that being online feels private. “People create a dome around themselves as if no one sees what they’re doing,” Dr. Clipper explained. This “dome” allows people to feel safe doing things they may not regularly do, such as cheating on a spouse. It’s when this happens—when a person jeopardizes a real relationship because of technology—that technology has become harmful. Unfortunately, technology has become harmful in what seems like less serious instances. Maybe some people haven’t cheated on their girlfriend or boyfriend by chatting, texting or emailing another person, but have they maintained the same level of face-to-face communication
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known stars appear in this film, such as Liam Neeson (Fujimoto), Cate Blanchett (Gran Mamare), Tina Fey (Lisa), and Matt Damon (Koichi). Young stars also took part as voice actors, featuring Noah Cyrus (Ponyo) and Frankie Jonas (Sosuke). As with previous films by Miyazaki and Ghibli, there are ever present tones of life lessons; several in this film are preventing pollution, taking responsibility and remembering that love can be extremely powerful at any age. There are even moments of education with the mention of Pangaea, lunar science, the Devonian and Cambrian ages, and creatures from throughout the fossil records. While ‘Ponyo’ is considered a film for the young, anyone can enjoy this charming and delightful fairy-tale.
with their friends? This seems to be a bigger trend for younger people. They can spend hours playing video games or looking at facebook, which can lead to a decline in their face-toface relationships. Their dependence on technology for communication hinders their ability to talk face-to-face. Instead of talking about their problems, they just post them in a Facebook status or a tweet. This does not mean that anyone who plays video games or has a Facebook or Twitter account is addicted to technology or that they have forgotten to be human. However, these things allow for that possibility. Of course, technology does have a good side. It allows for us to be connected with the world in the sense that we can find nearly anyone or anything. It has provided great leaps in other fields, such as medicine. It gives more opportunity for education. However, like everything that gives us power, it has to be handled with care. If you think you might be addicted to technology, Dr. Clipper suggests breaking your day into parts to see how much time you spend online or playing video games. If it’s a significant amount of time, you have to figure out what the role of technology is playing in your life. The next (and hardest) step is reducing the time you spend with technology. Of course, if you’re truly addicted to technology, you probably wouldn’t have noticed this paper…
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Love Shouldn’t Hurt: Guy Speak Recognizing and Preventing Relationship Abuse Girl Talk By Starr Goldsberry “Do you feel like Staff Writer a man, when you
push her around? Do you feel better now, as she falls to the ground?” The song “Face Down” by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus has been an anthem for me and many other victims of relationship abuse. When I was sixteen and “in love” with my first boyfriend, things turned rather ugly. After one week he got controlling, making all of my decisions for me. It eventually ended with me getting raped and having two huge bruises on my arms where he had punched me. I never told anyone because I lived in a small town where everyone knew him and would believe I was lying. I did not tell anyone until my senior year in high school when memories of that time kept flashing in my head. Among teenage and college age student relationships, 90-95% of victims are women. One in three women in this country will be abused by a partner in her lifetime. 1.5 million women a year get abused by their partners. There are few facts on men being abused as many male victims refuse to tell a higher authority that they are abused. They think it will make them look less manly, weak or that they are the ones abusing the victims. Many people do not know the types of relationship abuse and most of those people will not report anything. Relationship abuse comes in six different forms: economical, sexual, verbal, physical, emotional and academic. Economical abuse consists of the abuser forbidding the victim to work or make financial decisions. In sexual abuse, the victim is forced to have sex. Verbal and emotional abuse is like name calling and degrading. In academic
abuse, the abuser takes away the time that the victim is supposed to be studying by doing things like calling and texting all the time. Many women in abusive relationships have a mindset that their partner is only doing this because they love them or they really care for them. Some tell-tale signs of a abused person are unexplained bruises, withdrawal from activities they normally would love to do and denial that anything is even wrong. Sometimes, if the abuse gets dragged on, it can eventually lead to murder. In extreme cases, some partners will become so controlling or jealous that a tiny thing that the victim is doing makes them so angry that the abuser could end up killing the victim. There are also many barriers that prevent victim from leaving an abusive relationship. It can be a fear that the victim will always be alone, the abuser refuses to let the victim to leave or emotional and economic dependence on the abuser. It is important to get help if you or someone else you know is being abused. There are many resources to do so. Go talk to a trusted authority figure, friend, parent or a counselor. Tell the victim that you believe what they are going through and that you want to help them get out of this relationship. Offer to help them find a counselor so they can talk about what happened in a friendly atmosphere without being judged or looked down upon. If the abuse gets badly out of hand, help the victim get a restraining order against the abuser. If you ever encounter someone that you suspect is being abused or that you know is being abused, lend a helping hand to them and help them get back to safety.
Dating Bill of Rights Ask for a date Refuse a date Suggest activities Refuse any activities, even if my date is excited about them Have my own feelings and be able to express them Say, “I think my friend is wrong and his actions are inappropriate” Tell someone not to interrupt me Have my limits and values respected Tell my partner when I need affection Refuse affection Be Heard Refuse to lend money Refuse sex any time, for any reason Have friends and space aside from my partner
“I have the responsibility to: Determine my limits and values Respect the limits of others Communicate clearly and honestly Not violate the limits of others Ask for help when I need it Be considerate Check my actions and decisions to determine whether they are good or bad for me Set high goals for myself” (Source: Domestic Violence Advocacy Program of Family Resources, Inc.)
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I’m really unhappy in my current relationship, but I am afraid of hurting the person I am with. I pretty much know that it is not working out between us, so it’s beyond just “working it out.” I still care about this person a lot and do not want to hurt her but she still has very strong romantic feelings for me. What do I do?
Guy Speak: It’s going to be hard and it’s going to hurt, but you have to tell her how you feel. Ultimately, you have to think about your own happiness first. This may seem selfish, but think about it: if you are unhappy, it will eventually make her unhappy. You can’t live a lie, and every second you delay telling her you are essentially lying to her. For the most part, there is no better time to break up with somebody than the moment you figure out you want to do it. Make sure, however, that you are sure this is the direction that you want to take with your relationship, because not everybody gets a second chance. Sometimes we fall into the trap of routine, and it gets “old.” We seek new things and sometimes even new people. Make sure you’re not giving up the chance of a lifetime just so you can experience the thrill of the “chase.” Girl Talk: Honesty is the best policy! You cannot allow this person to go on believing that you guys have a future. If you are positive that the relationship is over, you must tell her. How would you feel if the situation was reversed? You would want to know. Either way, it is going to hurt whether it is now or later. People grow apart all the time. She will get over it eventually. There is no reason to feel guilty if your feelings have changed. If you stay with the person out of sympathy, you will be living a miserable life. Go ahead and end it and understand that it is for the best. You will probably both be in new relationships in a matter of months.
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I have a problem; my boyfriend has a friend that I don’t care for too much. I don’t want to offend him, but I really can’t stand his friend. He is really close to this guy and they hang out a lot. Should I just deal with my negative feelings for the friend or should I tell my boyfriend how I feel?
Guy Speak: Ok, so I’m assuming that your boyfriend is pretty important to you. And I’m also assuming that you are pretty important to your boyfriend. The very basic elements of a relationship are built on communication, as I’ve said many times before. I think you should talk to your boyfriend about this issue. You shouldn’t have to force yourself to be uncomfortable, but your boyfriend shouldn’t have to cut ties with his friend. A compromise exists there. Talk to your boyfriend, and see if you can work something out so that you can avoid problems. Also, on a side note, try to assess why you do not like his friend. Perhaps there is information that you do not know that might affect your opinion of him. After all, you like your boyfriend, and he likes this guy. Maybe there’s something there that you haven’t seen yet. Girl Talk: Yes, you may have to deal with your negative feelings for his friend. However, it is okay to express your feelings to your boyfriend. I cannot guarantee that things will change, but this still allows you to express yourself. Girlfriends and boyfriends come and go but friends remain forever. Obviously, there is something your boyfriend enjoys about this guy or they would not be friends. The most important thing is to respect him as a person. Do not do anything that would cause a conflict between the two of you. If this happens, he may have to choose between you and his friend. Chances are he has known his friend a lot longer than he has known you. It is best to be courteous and keep your distance.
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Baseball team swept BEARCATS WIN TWO AT at home by St Xavier GULF COAST INVITATIONAL The McKendree University baseball team was edged in both ends of a non-conference doubleheader at home Saturday by Saint Xavier University. The visiting Cougars rallied in both games, taking the opener 9-7 in eight innings before edging the Bearcats 10-9 in the nightcap. The losses drop McKendree to 9-6 on the season. The Bearcats and Cougars will wrap up a four-game weekend series with another twinbill Sunday at Hypes Field. First pitch is set for noon. In game one, McKendree jumped out to a 6-1 lead through three innings. The Bearcats plated three runs in the first inning thanks to a two-run double by senior infielder Kory Peppenhorst (Carlyle, Ill./Carlyle) and a suicide squeeze bunt by junior catcher Kyle Moll (Mascoutah, Ill./ Mascoutah). After Saint Xavier cut its deficit to 3-1 with a run in the second inning, the Bearcats scored three more times in the third for its 6-1 advantage. Moll highlighted the outburst with a two-run single. The Cougars trimmed the deficit to 6-3 with two runs in the top of the fourth before a sacrifice fly by senior infielder Adam
Davinroy (Shiloh, Ill./ Althoff Catholic) lifted a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the frame to push the McKendree lead back to 7-3. From there, Saint Xavier took over, tying the game with four runs in the fifth inning before scoring twice in the eighth inning to pull out the game one win. Moll finished with three runs batted in, while Davinroy and senior infielder Tyson Moore (Salem, Ill./Salem) each had two hits in the contest. Senior right-hander Mark Chapman (Highland, Ill./ Highland) took the loss in relief. In 3 1/3 innings of work, Chapman allowed two earned runs on four hits with four strikeouts. Saint Xavier (10-4) took a 1-0 lead in the top of the second inning of game two before McKendree erupted for three runs in the bottom of the frame to take a 3-1 lead. Senior outfielder Ryan Meyer (Breese, Ill./ Breese Central) led off with a double, and junior catcher Brad Dunnigan (Smithton, Ill./Freeburg) followed with a two-run home run to put the Bearcats in front. Davinroy added an RBI single in the outburst. In the fourth inning, Saint Xavier regained the lead with four runs to build a 5-3 cushion. McKendree then tied the game in the fifth inning when Meyer
produced a sacrifice fly and Moore added a run-scoring double with two outs. The sixth inning saw the teams combine for eight runs as the Cougars plated five while the Bearcats answered with three in the home half of the frame. McKendree’s runs came from the first three batters of the inning as senior outfielder Shane McBride (Troy, Ill./Triad) doubled, Davinroy delivered an RBI single and junior outfielder Tyler Muren (Belleville, Ill./ Belleville West) drilled a two-run home run to bring the Bearcats within 10-8. McKendree threatened in the bottom of the seventh. Senior catcher Joe Dickman (Alhambra, Ill./Alhambra) brought the Bearcats within 10-9 with a two-out, RBI single. McKendree had the potential tying and winning runs on base, but Saint Xavier reliever Lucas Fritsch got the final out to close out the sweep for the Cougars. Davinroy, Moore and McBride each had two hits in the nightcap for McKendree. Sophomore Josh Rathmann (Germantown, Ill./Breese Central) was nicked for the loss on the mound for the Bearcats. Rathmann was nicked for four unearned runs on four hits over 1 2/3 innings of relief.
Sports articles by Eric Buck and Scott Cummings
The No. 25 McKendree University softball team won two games on Saturday and advanced to the double-elimination gold bracket of the Gulf Coast Invitational. The Bearcats will play No. 8 Martin Methodist College on Sunday at 9 a.m. McKendree defeated Oklahoma Christian University, 6-0, in game one and were paced by a three-run home run by sophomore outfielder Kari Frazier (Lebanon, Ill./ Lebanon) in the first inning. McKendree scored four runs in the first inning and added one run a piece in the fourth and the sixth inning to cruise to the win. Sophomore Autumn Allen (Fairview Heights, Ill./Belleville East) had seven strikouts in the victory. In game two, senior’s Angie Maue (Trenton, Ill./Wesclin) and Lindsay Newbold (Herrin, Ill./Herrin) each hit a home run in the third and fourth innings, respectively, to give the Bearcats a 6-0 lead, but even a late rally by Spring Hill wouldn’t be enough and McKendree held on to win 6-4. Senior Katie Ward (White Hall, Ill./North Greene) earned the win in game two and had nine strikeouts.
Katie Ward had nine strikeouts in the game two win
BOWLING SQUADS SET FOR USBC SECTIONAL QUALIFIERS The McKendree University bowling programs will be in Peoria, Ill., this weekend in hopes of earning a berth in next month’s United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Intercollegiate Team Championships. Both the Bearcat men’s and women’s teams have qualified for USBC sectional competition, and drew Landmark Lanes in Peoria as the site for their event. In Peoria, McKendree will be participating against 16 other men’s teams and 17 women’s programs. Peoria is hosting one of four USBC sectional tournaments across the country this weekend. The other sectional tournaments are taking place in Allentown, Pa., Chattanooga, Tenn., and Las Vegas, Nev. The top four teams (men and women) in each sectional qualifier will earn a spot in the field for the 2010 USBC Intercollegiate Team Championships,
which will be held April 14-17 in El Paso, Texas. The McKendree women’s team will be looking for its sixth consecutive trip to the USBC Intercollegiate Team Championships, and seventh in eight years. The Bearcats earned a national runner-up finish in 2007. The McKendree men’s program is shooting for its first-ever berth at the USBC national tournament.
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