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‘A historic achievement’: Miami reaches funding deal with the city of Oxford
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really worrisome to us because we’ve been limping along for a number of years with bare-bones funding and a critical juncture where we just don’t
In addition to Oxford and Miami, OFD is also responsible for Oxford Township and EMS services to the western portion of Milford Township. Starting in 2025, both townships will contribute $200,000 and $60,000 respectively.
While the university is the main driver of Oxford’s economy, it is exempt from most forms of taxation
“Miami agreed basically to splittoric achievement in terms of cities Prytherch said. “State universities do not pay taxes. They don’t want to pay taxes, but Miami recognizes that it’s a key partner in this, so they met the city with [this deal] and now it’s the and EMS costs with the university, Oxford has promised, in a separate agreement, to contribute $270,000 annually to economic development to increase the city’s income tax base while decreasing the city’s economic reliance on the university. calls (33.49%) and 360 (17.18%) EMS calls, Oxford’s calls are typically exacerbated by the student population. A large portion of calls from Uptown are typically responding to student
housing or emergency services on High Street, causing a large strain on
The department answers roughly 3,200 calls a year with an on-dutyof calls per year, they typically have
nel.
chief, said he’s seen the results of a lack of funding over the past several years.
“We make a lot of calls at night, so -
therage said. “But a lot of times, the guys are up for 24 hours, and that’s
The demanding hours have led tonel, some with upwards of 10 years of experience, resigning and opting for better hours despite less overtime pay.
If Issue 2 fails to pass, the city will be forced to take other measures. This could result in cuts across the board from all other parts of the budget except for water and sewer funds.tween whether we’re able to serve the replacing people with 10 years experience with guys that are a year out probably the thing I’m most conmill2174@miamioh.edu
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The frats aren’t that bad: The case against Uptown
However, the fraternities can be somewhat exclusive. Unlike bars and businesses Uptown, they don’t advertise their hours or maintain a confraternities are hosting and when, you need some insider knowledge –like a friend in a sorority or someone outside Greek life who knows one of the members.
While it may be unfair to those who aren’t involved in the social circle of Greek life, this exclusivity prevents frat parties from becoming too overcrowded. You can count on the house’s capacity to remain as rigid as the guy who sits on the stairs to the upper-level bathrooms and asks you
ascend. Sure, the themes are repetitive, every year (rave, rodeo, whiteout/ blackout, luau and the obligatory GBD), but there’s something comforting about that consistency. You know you’ll be met by the same people, the same seltzers, the same music and the same pile of empty cans and ice bags shoved haphazardly into a corner at whichever fraternities you frequent. No matter the theme or your state of mind, you can enjoy all the perks of nightlife on frat row. Unless you’re a man. In that case, don’t even try to get in without an invitation.
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Numerous vehicles broken into throughout Oxford
ADAM SMITH BUSINESS MANAGER
Between Oct. 7 and Oct. 14, Oxford police responded to 17 incidents, according to Oxford Police Department’s reports.
On Oct. 7 at 12:42 p.m., in the responded to a car break-in report. The vehicle was rummaged through but nothing was stolen. There is no suspect at this time.
At 3:00 p.m. on Oct. 8, also in the 300 block of S. Poplar St., a victim reported that a few days prior, someone entered his vehicle overnight in the parking lot of their apartment complex and took items from inside. were dispatched to the 5,000 block of Red Cloud Court for a dog bite
complaint. The victim was in her residence playing with the dog when it lunged and bit her twice, injuring her.
On the morning of Oct. 10 at 9:30 a.m., in the 700 block of Melissa who stated two of his trucks were broken into overnight and items were missing from both.
At 2:10 p.m. on Oct. 10, in the observed school notebooks with a spoke with the student and found that the notebooks had been stolen from his vehicle while it was parked outside his residence overnight.
Later that afternoon at 2:17 p.m., in the 5,000 block of College Corner Pike, a victim reported that her
handgun was stolen from her apartment sometime in the last week. The entered in LEADS as stolen.
On Oct. 11 at 1:23 p.m., in the met with an individual who stated a check that was paid online was changed to a new name and new address than what was originally made out for. The change was caught by the bank and not dispersed.
At 1:16 p.m. on Oct. 12, in the 5,000 block of College Corner Pike, shoplifting. One female suspect was ongoing.
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Miami dining representatives speak to ASG senators about Chartwell transition, special election for secretary of the treasury announced
ANNA REIER
ASST. CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY EDITOR
During the Oct. 15 Associated Student Government meeting, representatives from Miami Dining spoke to senators about the student and parent feedback and the transition from Aramark to Chartwell. Geno Svec, senior director of dining services, addressed complaints he has received from both parents and students. He noted that at the start of every academic year, dining services at universities across the country see a natural uptick in negative responses as students, especially
“For us to get through this period transition causes a lot of anxiety and is terrible, nothing is right, no one that happen every single year.”
Svec also addressed feedback regarding the allergen stations located around campus.
“Our allergen program is one of
the best in the region,” Svec said.
“We’re focused on the top nine allergens and we’re getting stronger and better every single day. We know there is a lot of chatter around gluten and cross contamination, people getting sick because of gluten … unfortunately … it’s not 100% accurate.”
Svec said a new “swabbing system” is being implemented in allergy-free stations around campus, where the stations are swabbed for gluten cross-contamination. While “countless” tests have been run across campus, only one came back positive for cross-contamination.
The area has since been decontaminated and has not tested positive since.
Svec said dining is beginning to look into new developments for next fall semester relating to allergen-free dining options on campus.
This includes a locker concept, similocated in the space that used to be Garden Common’s Market.
“We could actually say that it is allergen-free,” Svec said. “You wouldn’t be able to enter the space
ABUD HAMDAN THE MIAMI STUDENT
Oxford’s City Council approved new tobacco licensing regulations and several other key initiatives in their Oct. 15 meeting. The updates come two years after the initial moratorium regulating tobacco retailers.
The council allocated $100,500 to construct a new playground at Merry Day Park and $160,674 for local non-ford Pantry and Social Services.
Additionally, the council applied for a $126,370 Butler County development grant to fund another toddler park.
During the announcements, it was and 15 others traveled to Florida to
provide humanitarian support in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. The council also highlighted the start of led by Hannah Webb, with a reception scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday at Sorriso Uptown.
Council members also noted the potential for installing new electric vehicle chargers at the Oxford Municipal Building and Oxford Airport. Mayor William Snavely encouraged residents to vote and to check the city website for public meetings. He also reminded everyone that Halloween will be celebrated on Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Council will meet again on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Oxford Courthouse.
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Miami students can help the Redhawks become frozen again
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This year provides an opportunity to reinvigorate Miami students and bring them back to Goggin. For graduate student defenseman Hampus Rydqvist, seeing a packed arena in his last year will be a huge help for the new-era RedHawks.
“We’d be more amped up if the stadium was packed,” Rydqvist said.
“I will certainly be grateful for the attendance. It helps a lot.”
Poor attendance has been an issue with several Miami sports teams. Before he graduated last spring, Adam Smith co-founded the Brick Wall movement, a project trying to get students more involved with athletics on campus. Last year, they worked with an outside consulting agency to develop a plan of action.
unless you were an employee. The food would come in a sealed container in a sealed bag and [be] delivered through a locker system … we could ensure that it was safe until it got to you.”
er of the Senate Shelby Alford announced a special election for SecKoch is departing from his position next semester to study abroad. This is a campus-wide election, open to all Miami students.
Senator Bill Kwan acknowledged a concern regarding a lack of washers and dryers in Stoddard, Elliott and Bishop Halls.
Secretary for Communications Gracie Grady presented revamped ASG branding guidelines. This featured new colors, updated fonts and an additional logo. Legislation regarding the new branding guidelines will be presented during next week’s meeting at 6 p.m. on Oct. 22. in the Joslin Senate Chamber.
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goal of Brick Wall was a hockey game Smith attended in 2021 against Bowlfans could attend after COVID, and the line stretched across the entire concourse of Goggin, with 3,209 in
Smith remembers the crowd that night as a jubilant one, and he wishes current Miami students express that same enthusiasm with the university’s athletics.
“The atmosphere was fantastic,” Smith said. “Every single person stood for the entire time. It was rocking in there in terms of the volume level, with cheering the whole time, and everybody was just so into it. There was that electricity to the game while it was going on. It was like, ‘This is what Division I sports should feel like.’”
One thing that may hinder students’ willingness to spend their nights at Goggin is Miami’s social life. For many, spending the weekend Uptown is preferable to watching the RedHawks lose another conference game.
As part of Brick Wall, Smith in-
terviewed students about their reasons for not wanting to go to athletic events.
“The answer you consistently get is, ‘Oh, I don’t want to because I have a party to go to, it’s not fun or something like that,’” Smith said. “That’s of what actually happens on the ice. I think you can always have fun and have a good time.” Students shouldn’t have to choose a party or a hockey game. The game should be the party. Not only is it a fun event for students to attend, but it also drastically changes the mindset and energy of the team.
Rydqvist sat in the stands with an injury at the 2021 Bowling Green matchup. He expressed that half-empty stands and a packed arena are like night and day for the RedHawks.
the stands with the students, but all the seats were taken,” Rydqvist said. “It was a huge turnout. It was really cool for me to see.”
Rydqvist has only seen a packed arena a few times in his four years with Miami, but Mercier saw it nearly every weekend. For him, the feelings a crowd can give the RedHawks push them to go the extra mile and satisfy the fans.
“Words can’t do it justice,” Mercier said. “How cool of a feeling it was coming out of the tunnel to a packed Goggin. It was just the best feeling ever.”
Fans need to support the team, and for the past decade, that support has dwindled. It may seem like a oneway relationship between winning games and higher attendance, but showing up to games can be just as important to rebuilding Miami hockey as anything else.
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How one Miami alumnus replaced satellites with AI drones
ANYA CWIAK THE MIAMI STUDENT
grams such as Chat GPT continue tovations are being introduced and the electrical and computer engineering, is no stranger to these technological advances.
During his undergraduate years
Premkumar conducted extensive research on autonomous drones for technology.
“My dad is basically an engineer,” got passionate about that and got my bachelor’s in electronics and communication. I’m originally from on additional projects.”
Miami professor Bryan Van Scoy his project.
“[Van Scoy] supported me a “He motivated me until the end. He ended successfully.”
For his part, Van Scoy is just as
tionally motivated to succeed,” Van Scoy said. “This helped him persevere and successfully complete his master’s degree at Miami University.”
The project, funded by the National Science Foundation, uses reinforcement learning to optimize drone positioning for maximum user coverage.
man interaction and give mobile netToday, the heart of cellular device
“If you go to a remote mountain or you’re in the middle of the ocean, -
Premkumar said. “The goal is to remote or disaster-stricken areas, reducing reliance on traditional base stations.”
Van Scoy believe AI and drone tech-
ture communication systems.
“This technology is being implemented by companies like Verizon
Van Scoy said. “So as an alternative to this in the future, rather than using a satellite people could use drones in place of said. A major perk of their project is that costs can be minimalized because it is a simple one-time invest-
you. If you need a subscription, people can easily get it from the mobile
THE MIAMI STUDENT
In a class that goes far beyond the halls of Miami University’s Art Building, students hunch over theirmester-long project. The end goal?
Levee, a bustling entertainment hub across the river from Cincinnati.
Michael Stillion, an assistant teaching professor and practicing
the opportunity, Stillion jumped at the chance to create a class that their skills and take charge of the process. Through talks and meetings on a design and “vibe” for the mu-
some aspects.
a vibe of family-friendly to nightlife,” Stillion said. “They’re trying to make sure that they brand themselves as a place that can be active from daytime to night.”
Although Stillion assists his stuplay a key role in steering the class created original designs based on on their hands and knees spreading adjustments based on the client’s needs.
to Miami’s campus, this class takes it one step further by having the entire class collaborate on a single project,
rather than splitting students up into groups of three or four. Abby Bunch, a junior majoring in studio art and minoring in art and architecture hisundertaking painting an entire mural from scratch.
“I think it’s really cool to see all ofer on such a large scale,” Bunch said. “I’ve only done a handful of things this big before, and I’ve never done
The class isn’t limited to art majors. Students from other disciplines are also active class members and their fresh perspectives have already proven useful. Chelsey Pauley, a juarts management and a minor in a great opportunity.
“When you’re only around art majors all the time, it’s easy to focus in on the same themes and the same ideas, and maybe you’re missing an aspect,” Pauley said. “[Kind of] like – he’s able to bring a lot of perspective on the building designs, because he has studied structural things, and design.”
Oxford eyes future growth with $270,000 investment in economic development activities
AUSTIN SMITH
ASST. CAMPUS & COMMUNITY EDITOR
This summer, the Miami University Board of Trustees agreed to contribute $1.27 million annually tovices, matching the amount proposed by Issue 2 in a levy set for a November vote. During these negotiations, another deal came to light to help prevent a lack of funding from happening again.
mittee raised a crucial point: to secure
allocate $270,000 of the $1.27 milfor the city, but the Oxford Fire Department required the full amount.
To address this, Oxford took decisive action and formalized a commitment to invest $270,000 annually in economic development activities. The funding aims to support various Oxford’s future for years to come.
According to a June 28 meeting report from Finance and Audit Committee Chair Mark Sullivan, the shift
ami, has impacted Oxford’s tax rev-
“The city and the university have economic development strategies to
nue from its income tax,” according to the report.
The committee agreed and unan-
imously endorsed the resolution during the meeting, focusing on expanding economic opportunities in Oxford. In an email statement to The Miami Student, the board said, “The university and the city share a mutual commitment to keeping communi-omy through fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, job creation, increased housing opportunities, and sustain the entire community.”
Seth Cropenbaker, Oxford’s economic development specialist, said he’s leading many initiatives to stim-
“That [$270,000] represents the development year over year,” Cropenbaker said. “That language in the that.”
local organizations and residents, to create a strategic economic devel-
opment plan. The city has allocated
$50,000 for the plan’s development.
“[We’re] pulling those folks together to help us analyze some ideas, some data, some information as it relates to ‘Where are the best opportunities for Oxford to solidify [and] strengthen our economy,’” Cropenbaker said. Oxford plans to expand on its current initiatives, such as increasing housing developments — like the one and making adjustments to zoning
codes to encourage development. Additionally, Oxford aims to ex-penbaker said roughly 49% of jobs in Oxford are tied to the university, Given Oxford’s location, developing certain industries, such as manufacturing, is challenging. Cropen-
such as increasing the permanent population base and fostering student entrepreneurship.
“It’s really about identifying the realities of our community,” Cropenbaker said. “[Identifying] key elements, indicators, facets of our population, location, existing businesses leverage those strengths rather than Oxford’s ongoing economic initiatives include sustainability and facade grants for businesses and a revolving loan program that provides -
city also supports entrepreneurship through investments like the Lee and Other economic development projects include developing an Amtrak station and making similar investments in infrastructure.
to make Oxford an interesting, atstudent and non-student alike,” Cropenbaker said. “That really speaks to the long-term health, sustainability, viability of Oxford.”
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Campus electric consumption peaks with rising temperatures and growing class sizes
FARMAH JALLOW THE MIAMI STUDENT
This semester, Miami University welcomed nearly 4,330 new students to Oxford, transferring the title of the largest class in university history from the class of 2023 to the class of 2028. As the impressive number of new students moved in during a hotter-than-average late summer, one thing was sure to be on all 4,330 minds: keeping cool.counting major, moved into Western Campus’ McKee Hall. The hall has been used for COVID-19 isolation housing in recent years, but has since reopened for regular use to accom-
modate Miami’s increasing student population.
“The only thing I don’t like about living in my dorm is that it’s very, very old, so it’s not really accessible,” Olekas said., “But the rooms themselves are very cold, I can make it go down to like 60 degrees.”
cient, a public announcement from the Miami University Energy Department caught some attention.
“I was actually aware of the emails sent,” Olekas said. “I actually did reduce my kilowatt usage during those hours.”
Olekas is referring to a series of emails sent by the department urging
Miami graduate students make strides researching environmental sciences
The mussels are captured and marked in September – when it is safest to remove them from the water – in order to understand how many are dying, and how much they are growing.
Berg says the continued study on these mussels has given undergraduates opportunities to assist, as the work can be labor intensive. According to Berg, the many undergraduate research opportunities available to Miami University students would not be possible without a thriving body of master’s and doctoral degree students.
“I’m not sure that our administration often realizes this – that it’s absolutely critical that the graduate students be here – because they aretunities to hundreds of undergraduates,” he said. “Well, that can only happen when we have master’s and Ph.D. students.”
Graduate botany student Haley Weber said her undergraduate research experiences at Drew University were valuable, and she is now working towards her master’s degree at Miami.
know this is a path you want to go on, to get those experiences early on,” she said. She became interested in invasive in her undergraduate studies. This piqued her interest in Miami biology professor David Gorchov’s lab which studies the impacts of deer and invasive plants. For her thesis, she is studying how whitetail deer eating habits impact the dispersal of invasive Callery pear plants in forests. Continuing into next summer, she will evaluate whether deer are damaging Callery pear leaves, with the end goal of the project being to contribute to better species management.
“Invasive species threaten native
biodiversity,” Weber said. “So it’s really important to understand how they are spreading, what’s impacting their spread.”
Part of this process is measuring the growth of protected versus unprotected seedlings to see if deer are lessening the growth of the unprotected by eating them. At the end of her research, she will cut all the seedlings down and compare the above-ground biomass –the total weight of an organism in an area – to understand how deer are impacting Callery pear growth.
In the coming week, she will be collecting deer fecal pellets and attempting to germinate the seeds within to assess whether or not the deer can spread Callery pear seeds through their eating habits.
Weber enjoys working on something she is passionate about and spending time in nature. She’s time and hopes the new skills she’s learning will lead to doctoral degree research and work as a professor one day.
Inoshita also says his research experiences have led him to resources and skills he otherwise would not have found. These include GIS or mapping skills and using the RedHawk Cluster, Miami’s supercomputer, to simulate models.
“The amount of work you’re able to get done because of the resources the school has is crazy, and it’s really nice,” Inoshita said. He says his master’s degree will of conservation. However, he believes the graduate student experience could be improved by more funding.
Inoshita says that although the school is great at providing them with everything they need for their research,pecially with recent discussions he has heard of funding cuts for doctoral degree students.
“It’s gonna be a big problem for recruiting new students – that’s for sure,” Inoshita said.
Berg also has concerns about potential cuts in graduate student funding. He says working with graduate students is probably the best part of his job, and that they play a critical role at Miami.
“They’re also absolutely critical to the research mission, especially when we try to tie the research mission to the undergraduate experience,” Berg said.
Both Inoshita and Weber encourage undergraduates to seek out research experiences – to reach out to professors who are doing interesting projects and take advantage of the opportunities on campus.
the production and distribution of utilities on campus, including the electrical high-voltage distribution for campus buildings. While researching the relationship between our growing class sizes and spikes in utility load, Drane discovered an interesting trend in campus energy consumption.
“I pulled up all my data and
school last year,” Drane said. “There was about a 25% increase, so I said, ‘Well, there might be something to this.’”
jump came back down. Drane found that when looking at the year, there was only a 3.7% increase in energy usage compared to last year.
students to reduce their electric consumption during anticipated peak
mester, anticipation of uncommonly high electrical loads in the Oxford region led Area Electric Utilities to issue peak electric alerts.
To help curb Miami’s impact on that load, the university community
electrical items for a few hours a day.
“Those terms are all in reference to the amount of electrical energy used over that time period, that’s what we call our load or demand kilowatts,” said Malcolm Drane, the director of Miami University Energy Systems.
Drane and his department oversee
“So a slight increase, but nothing compared to the 25% we saw Incorporating data points other than student population paints a more complex picture of our electric consumption. Weather is an especially important variable. High temperatures create a greater demand for utilities like air conditioning, which are often left on and ignored for long periods.
“As there’s extreme heat, our air conditioning systems are working extremely hard,” Drane said. “There’s just a lot more demand for energy on campus.”
Compared to the mid-20th century, summers are now categorized as either hot or extremely hot. Hotter summers and warmer autumns are more common throughout the Midwest, and Oxford is no exception. Drane noticed a stronger correla-
tion between temperature and our energy consumption. When students moved in at the start of the fall semester in 2023, temperatures were slightly milder than temperatures in 2024 and the decrease in energy use was notable.
Though temperature remains consumption data for now, Drane acknowledges that growing class sizes may complicate Miami’s utility infrastructure and sustainability goals.
“More students, more facilities, demand on campus,” he said. “It’s not one that I don’t think we can face [it], but we do need to ask ourselves how we can continue to meet those sustainability goals while also meeting
Achieving those energy conservation goals requires participation from the greater community. In their notices to students, Miami University Energy Systems shared a few tips on reducing impact.
All students can take small steps toward reducing our personal impact on electrical load. Simple acts such turning air conditioning systems to their lowest settings for long periods may seem miniscule, but they have a substantial positive impact on suspeople.
“I think the biggest thing is just being mindful of the energy that you’renitely entitled to being comfortable, but know that those types of things have a substantial impact on what we do as far as providing energy on campus.”
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Behind the chat box: The environmental impacts of artificial intelligence
SOPHIE KWIATKOWSKI STAFF WRITER
When you use ChatGPT to give you a movie recommendation, the isn’t how these generative AI models
ever, their overlooked environmental impact is widespread.
The massive data centers behind these AI chat boxes contribute to about 2% of electricity use worldwide. Beyond their impacts on electricity, data centers also contributetain operable temperatures and emit carbon byproducts as they run 24/7.
Caroline Earls, a senior majoring in strategic communication, discussed her outlook on AI’s environ-
“Climate change isn’t really alluded to AI, and it scares me that such a giant tool that everyone uses has negative environmental impacts. These impacts give me more reason to be scared of [AI],” Earls said.
Balancing those environmental negatives while discussing recent is key for James Walden, a Miami
University professor of computer science and software engineering and the director of Miami’s Center for Cybersecurity, who expressed a more positive outlook on combating AI’s energy consumption.
“There is an enormous amount of way is through model distillation . . . in which AI models are hundreds of times smaller and hundreds of timesplained.
To visualize model distillation, Walden drew upon the contemporary example 0f Apple Intelligence — Apple’s upcoming 2025 launch tools.
“To run [Apple Intelligence] on a phone in eight gigs of RAM is amazing, you know, going from having multiple data centers of computers phone,” Walden said. “So there’s a tremendous amount of work in distilling models using just a few parameters.”
This distillation of data is also seen when going from data centers to one’s laptop screen. Less than a
month ago, Miami’s Information Technology Services announced that Google Gemini, Zoom AI Companion and Webex AI Assistant are now available to everyone with Miami credentials.
However, these tools, especially when they are still in their learning and inference stages, contribute to lots of energy consumption that year, Google stated in its Environmental Report that in 2023, its “total data center electricity consumption grew over 17%” in response to the recent AI boom.
“I personally never would have thought of AI and its environmental and spatial impacts because I would just think that it’s just a Google search engine,” Earls said.
But, as AI advances, so do we — especially in regards to our knowledge on AI and our ability to address opportunities to make things more huge amount of people in all sorts of AIs.”
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MASTER’S
RedHawks aim to get back on track after 2-4 start to 2024 season
COLIN
THE
Consistency has no place in football.
conference. After two weeks of con
Only two teams from last year’s year. Teams who were at the bot tom of the conference last year have Western Michigan University Bron cos jumping from eighth last year to third now. struggles.
defending MAC champions Miami University RedHawks sit at ninth in the MAC with two wins and four losses. While head coach Chuck Martin summer in both the conference and the opportunity to be the best. teams at the top that are going to be
“I think I have a pretty good idea of who’s a little bit ahead of the other of the Year Matt Salopek believes one of the biggest changes over the sum mer is the removal of divisions in the
“Getting rid of the divisions is you’re trying to win the entire con
‘He
The RedHawks entered the went undefeated. Their streak end ed against the University of Toledo Rockets when quarterback Brett Gabbert went down with a sea
A change in quarterbacks got the regular season with four straight wins to clinch a MAC championship Rockets. These two matchups against To ledo proved to be the toughest con ference games the RedHawks faced last season.
Salopek said he believes Toledo’s ing to face.
Boone and three returning starting Salopek said. “They had a really dy namic quarterback. They were a re
The RedHawks dominated the team in the conference. Martin ac credits this success to having a really ties faced after losing Gabbert. Gabbert returned for this sea
Nicholson.
“I think that’s just kind of the na Gabbert said. “Every team deals with
year. Gabbert has been sacked 15 times he believes it comes down to the exe
“We’ve been inconsistent of scored a lot of points in our execu
tion. It hasn’t been one area. It’s been Salopek takes accountability when talking about what adjustments the defense needs to make.
opek said. “I think I’m the guy that’s making all the checks out there on
faced the Rockets for their third matchup in two years. The Rockets
Eastern Michigan University Eagles. Gabbert threw his best game with
gles down with an interception and a forced fumble from Salopek.
is the statement game they needed to set their eyes toward the MAC cham pionship once again.
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son
knew when Miami got Woolfolk that it just gained a huge advantage. was gonna make our team a whole
Woolfolk played football and basketball in Cleveland at Charles
Sophomore leaders: Miami basketball’s young core sets high expectations
JAMES REYNOLDS THE MIAMI STUDENT
Expectations are high for the Miami University RedHawks men’s basketball team this season. After
turning sophomores from last year who made an impression on the team despite their youth.
Potter each saw extended playing tively.
culture built last season will carry the RedHawks far this season.
brought the team together was a University of Vermont Catamounts at home. Vermont missed a free throw derson Mirambeaux rebound led to Darweshi Hunter’s long shot for the win.
“Because Vermont is a histori
out challenge.
Ipsaro battled ankle and shoul der injuries throughout last season and considers them his largest chal but one that many Miami students
“Getting used to the whole col was] pretty challenging being a freshman guard and actually play
The athletes have gained respect commitment to the program. Rare
did last season.
court as much as they did is huge go ing into the season. Assistant coach Carl Richburg says experience will be an advantage for the RedHawks.
burg said. “Especially guys who With the transfer portal and it has become harder for smaller programs such as Miami to develop
This problem is clearly seen in the football program.
Placekicker
Graham Nicholson was a large part of the team’s MAC championship run. Four months after the season
Standout receiver Gage Larvadin transferred to Ole Miss.
The transfer portal provided the basketball team a huge opportuni ty to add talent after losing seven transferred in from Xavier. Craft previously committed to Xavier to play for current Miami head coach Travis Steele. Craft battled injuries but is expected to contribute to the RedHawks this season.
With six newcomers on the ros coaches see each of the sophomores as leaders in the locker room.
“They are looked at by a lot of
Ipsaro is taking a leadership role this year as the captain of the team. The future is bright for the Red Miami opens on the road against the Appalachian State University winning the Sun Belt Conference. Miami and the emerging sopho more leaders will have a challenge straight out of the gate.
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team scrimmage against each other.
ketball player Chet Mason.
Cincinnati and Marshall University
State University and Rutgers. Woolfolk ended up choosing the hardwood over the gridiron and be gan his college career playing for Rut gers. He played two seasons for the campaign.
Two years with Rutgers found Woolfolk wishing to enter the trans an opportunity and invited him to campus to meet the coaches.
great atmosphere. I loved it as soon
Woolfolk added that he appreciat ed the coaches’ honesty. Head coach thentic about his role on the team and what they expect from him.
That authenticity led Woolfolk to commit to Miami shortly after his vis promises fans one main thing from him: energy.
His competitive energy and spirit certainly showed during the wan
guaranteed that Woolfolk would be putting his body on the line to get the rebound.
His football experience gave him
putting myself in a position to get re
That’s not the only area where his football skills appear on the hard wood.
catch a lot of basketballs outside of
His toughness and grit on the Woolfolk impressed the coaching
“He could sit out two days for rest purposes and come back in and not on the sidelines and just learn from as if he had been doing it the entire Woolfolk brings power conference play a huge role from a leadership standpoint.
His experience was a major fac
Steele expressed when the program the team.
the best big men in the country the last two years while competing at low him to have an instant impact for Those instant impacts that Wool folk can provide come from a leader that he thinks he can improve on.
“The biggest transition for me was having a bigger role and trying to be
For a team with expectations of and making the NCAA tournament that type of leadership and experi ence is critical for reaching those high players gone from last year’s team.
The RedHawks begin their season Appalachian State Mountaineers in RedHawks can use his physicality to push them further than they have in recent years.
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MIAMI STUDENT
THE MIAMI STUDENT
MCDONALD
MIAMI STUDENT
4 main takeaways from Miami hockey so far
LUKE CLARKE
THE MIAMI STUDENT
Lined up across the blue line at Coach Cady Arena, listening to the Miami University hockey pep band’s rendition of the national anthem, the RedHawks stood in preparation for the home opener.
Eighteen returners, 12 new players and four new coaches make up this year’s roster – a clean slate for a program looking to earn back its
ALEXIS VARNER THE MIAMI STUDENT
team had one of the best goaltenders for the past three years. Graduate student Isabelle Perese led the RedHawks to the 2023 Mid-American Conference (MAC) championship, then brought the team to the NCAA
With an open goalie position following Perese’s departure from the program, rising junior Nicky 2024 season.
Sjouken was born in the Netherlands and moved to Ohio with her family. Growing up, she was always “I started playing when I was six,
I said to my mom, ‘I’m going to play
Sjouken has played the sport for the past 14 years, most recently for the Doetinchemse Hockey Club and Rietveld High School. However, she initially came to Miami not to play home.
Since her family moved to Ohio in 2022, Sjouken said Miami was the perfect choice. She had good academics, remained close to her family and found a university with But, according to Sjouken, she came
soon tried out for the Division I Miami team. Her sophomore year, she earned a position as a goalkeeper, joining just in time to watch Perese before she graduated.
prestige after nine straight losing seasons. Here are four takeaways from 2024-25 campaign. New team, new style Last year’s roster, led by head coach Chris Bergeron and captain Jack Clement, fought hard to play the game the right way, yet it was never enough to turn the corner. This year’s roster does away with the choppiness and hyperfocus to do things by the book. The RedHawks
seem to play faster and much more freely. Miami’s willingness to play the transition game is noticeable, and each line can move up and down the ice well.
Eager to attack on the forecheck, the RedHawks seemed to control the pace against Alaska Anchorage last weekend, a rarity for Miami teams in recent memory.
One thing to be wary of is that in RedHawks were held to under four shots on net.
Early standouts
After Saturday’s game, it became obvious that Boston College graduate transfer and former Avalanche draft pick Colby Ambrosio is a difference-maker. Outside of already games, he’s someone that fans only need to watch skate for a few seconds to understand how skilled he is. His Johnny Waldron and Matt Choupani, will be fun to watch this year.
Additionally, it is important to notice who gets trusted during the crucial moments at the end of a close game like Friday’s; It was Ambrosio and junior forward Max Dukovac on zone stand.
It’s impressive how technically sound sophomore goaltender Bruno Bruveris plays. It’s easy to get disbetween the pipes. One bad angle shot snuck past him on Friday, but he has compiled a .933 save percentage so far.
If he continues to play like he did last year against powerhouse teams like North Dakota or Denver, Miami has its star goalie.
Special teams
Miami’s six powerplay goals lead all Division I teams in total points per game, and their power play percentage (.286) is tied for eighth. It’s still very early, but this is a great sign. Both power play units have contributed, and it’s clear they have a chemistry that some teams spend all year
The somewhat aggressive Miami penalty kill successfully defended aute major on Saturday. Hockey fans can appreciate the RedHawks’ interesting formation, which utilizes the high forward taking a route from the top of the umbrella outward to press
Winning takes time There isn’t a magical spell to success. As much as these wins feel good,
two games against Alaska Anchorage don’t necessarily project success in conference play. Last year’s team dominated the home-opening weekend against Canisius College, and then won only a single conference game all year. However, Miami’s history shows that the team can turn a losing program into a nationally dominant one. Head coach George Gwozdecky took a program that went 5-29-3 in 199091 to the NCAA tournament in 1992in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association. -
decky said. “The idea of being able
You’re not going to turn the program around in one season or with one renot only good players but the right Whatever happens this season, RedHawks fans need to trust that head coach Anthony Noreen and his players so that the program can turn around.
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‘It’s going to be difficult, but you have to push through’: Cole Weaver’s food allergies have
Sjouken said. “She’s such a good leader. She was such a good person you needed help with anything, she
Sjouken didn’t know she would be taking over as the starting goalkeeper for the 2024 season. Having multiple other goalies on the team vying for the role, there was no room for assumptions.season, Sjouken received the news
Dealing with the shift in roles was as hard as Sjouken expected. She struggled comparing herself to Perese.
Sjouken said. “Am I going to be play-
Once she got into the groove of practicing with the other girls on the team, Sjouken said everything got easier for her.
“I think the trust is getting bigger, team is getting better every practice,
Even though she and her teammates have a close bond, Sjouken tries to constantly communicate with them, ensuring she’s there for them and their needs.
Going through the start of the season, Sjouken has expressed her appreciation for her team and said that her relationship with the team helps relieve pressure during games.
The RedHawks are currently 7-6 and soon to be headed toward the MAC tournament. Sjouken has had an astonishing transition into her will only continue to do better things. varnerak@miamioh.edu
JEFFREY MIDDLETON ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 220 pounds, it’s impossible to tell from a glance that Cole Weaver struggles with dietary restrictions. But as soon as the conversation starts, it’s a part of his life he’s not afraid to delve into.
ceiver’s life has revolved around receiving the proper nutrition to keep his strength and conditioning at an elite level.
do so at Miami University due to his food allergies.
er said. “Being here, I talked to some of the dieticians at the dining halls, and they have allergy-free options. So I’ve worked around it just by getthat just trying to avoid [my aller-
Growing up in Roswell, Georgia, Weaver has dealt with food allergies all his life. However, he didn’t know they were allergies until a fateful morning during his sophomore year at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School.
After an adverse reaction to two sausage, egg and cheese biscuits and suggested they see a new allergist to address the issue.
Thanks to that decision, Weaver found out he had allergies to eggs, dairy and gluten.
Weaver’s symptoms include fogginess, digestive issues and hives. However, if he had continued with his same high school diet, he likely would have required an epinephrine pen, used to treat severe allergic reactions that cause anaphylactic shock, which involves nausea, swell-times leading to death.
According to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), approximately 33 million Americans have food allergies, with 51% of adults reporting a severe reaction. The rate is only growing.
As a result, people like Weaver are ever-present around the country and more common on Division I college sports teams.
Weaver’s successful senior year
saw him win his team’s most valuhonors. When he arrived at Miami, diet was Paul Eversole, the associate director of wellness services and head athletic trainer for the football team.
Eversole sees players from different backgrounds come and go, but his experience with Weaver was one of appreciation for his work on
“I think every player matures at their own rate, and I think he came takes a mature kid to come in and ask for help. That’s not easy for everybody, so he was mature enough to come and talk to us and say, ‘Hey, I’m having trouble with this. Is there
Eversole and the team doctors directed Weaver to Miami’s sports dietitian, Julie Vasilak.
sition at Miami in May. Her work involves assisting every athletic team and on-campus dining services.
“Every department, every sport, has an opportunity to use me as a have opportunities for one-on-ones, and we manage what we need to. For some people, it’s more food relationship-based. Some are more nutrition-based, and then others it’s the stress of just navigating being a
With outside help, Weaver has navigated his nutrition on campus. But when the team goes on road trips, it presents a new set of challenges.
will be mashed potatoes or bread, but I just try to avoid those. Some-
huge part in the health and safety of the players on the road. While they aren’t the ones providing team meals, they’re looked to if someone has an allergic reaction.
nicate with the team doctors about who has what allergies via notecards in their two trunks, the main one
These traveling training rooms not only hold all the necessary equipment and medicine to treat allergic reactions but also hundreds of cards with player names, positions, numbers and allergies.
“We have everything we need to take care of a kid if they have an Eversole said. “Some of them have EpiPens, so we travel with all of that Whether they’re on the road or at home, maintaining peak shape as an athlete with food allergies is not for the faint of heart, especially considering the allergies Weaver has. Maintaining a diet while avoiding food that could make one sick takes a multi-faceted approach.
However, Weaver has persevered. The way others perceive his allergies or the mental and physical tolls undereating or general anxiousness have taken on him has not route to keep his body in shape.
you have to push through. I tell people about it, and they might not view it as much of a problem, but it really
For any other high-level athletes struggling with food allergies and maintaining a healthy diet – two concepts that appear diametrically opposed on the surface – it’s okay to ask for help.
“When your ankle hurts, you see Eversole said. “When you’re struggling in a class, you see a tutor. If you’re struggling with your diet, see a dietitian; the sports dietitians are
Food allergies grow more common by the year, and plenty of people struggle to cope with a health issue that may seem small on the surface but is life-altering.
Many can relate to Weaver’s story, athlete or not. But his message of continuing forward and, most importantly, asking for help is the avoiding any situations that may put those dealing with these allergies in danger.
Kate McKinnon releases debut novel that’s funny, chaotic and 100% McKinnon
STELLA POWERS ASST. CAMPUS & COMMUNITY AND ASST. CULTURE EDITOR
household name for her work on
“Saturday Night Live” back in 2012. Now, with the release of “The MilYoung Ladies of Mad Science,” the beloved comedian and actor has added another title to her resume: author of middle-grade literature.
As McKinnon explained in many interviews leading up to the release of her book, middle-grade isn’t a tiRather, it correlates to the age group of the target audience, which is children aged 8-12.
Despite being geared toward a
younger audience, the book can resonate with readers of all ages. Set intations for its residents, three youngenrolled in.
The Porch sisters, named Gertrude, Eugenia and Dee-Dee, none of whom are actually related, then realso known as the infamous Millicentum. Having been threatened to be sentna and Uncle Ansel as a form of punishment for once again getting kicked sisters convince their guardians to let
stead. Upon arrival, they realize that Rather, it’s a new school for mad science. At the school, the sisters are faced with chaotic situations and forced to
per-charged and pure McKinnon. McKinnon described the book as what she would have wanted to read as a kid who was always fascinated by The love McKinnon has for her characters really shows within the book.
of “Saturday Night Live,” devoting her departure from the show in 2022.
The story is broken up by various interludes and fourth-wall breaks, such as McKinnon telling the reader to take a short break, or stating that certain details go beyond the scope ofent things that makes this book stand out from others within the genre.
In addition to the print book, McKinnon released an audiobook narrated by her and her sister, Emily Lynne. In listening to the audiobook, it is clear how much love the sisters have for each other and the story itself.
McKinnon and Lynne voice every character in the book, using a vari-
whole new level of dimension to the story. The audiobook also comes with an attached PDF, including import-
ant illustrations that the book would not be complete without. The book features illustrations from Alfredo Cáceres, providing the visuals for the characters, settings the sisters and Millicent must battle
The book is funny, witty and nothing short of fantastic. Being familiar with McKinnon’s other work, reading it feels like embarking on a chaotic and colorful adventure through McKmysteries all along the way.
Rating: 10/10
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‘My Hero Academia: You’re Next’ goes beyond, plus ultra
JOSIE ZIMMERMAN STAFF WRITER
This article contains spoilers for “My Hero Academia: You’re Next.”
“My Hero Academia: You’re Next” premiered in theaters on Oct. 11. Fans have anticipated this movie for the last few months after the trailer was released. It is the fourth installment of the “My Hero Academia” (MHA) movseasons of the anime series. “MHA: You’re Next” is set between seasons six and seven of the show. Viewers don’t have to watch the previous seafor those invested in “MHA,” be on the lookout for a post-credit scene. the themes of heroism, growth, identity and legacy that the anime has ex-
As someone who has followed along with “MHA” lore, it resonates with me to see how Class-1A have developed as heroes and people. Izuku Midoriya, also known as Deku, adone-for-all, Bakugo is a team player and Shoto is stronger in his dual abil-
The plot entails Class-1A going up against Dark Might, an evil impersonator of All Might, a superhero who they look up to. Dark Might and his
one’s power or weaken them. Her butler Giulio is out to assassinate her
vant, he used his power to calm down
But his right arm was the source of his ability, and when it was removed from his body, he believed he could no longer help her live a normal life. Ana made him promise to kill her if her powers became too much to handle.
However, Deku is determined to convince Giulio that he doesn’t have to save her. If there’s a way around killing, young Midoriya is determined to take it and make Julio smile again. Smiling through the battle, even
inent trait that has been upheld throughout the anime. My favorite scene was seeing Giulio smile again after saving Ana. It came full circle from earlier in the movie when Giulio told Deku he would smile again once she was safe. Dark Might is a treat to watch on screen. I was wondering how he came to wear All Might’s face, and his backallows him to transmute the matter of anything he touches. When Class
ly thought it looked like him — but they weren’t easily fooled due to his actions.
One of the things I was unsure of was whether or not we should’ve seen All Might and Dark Might faceto-face. I understand why they didn’t take this angle since All Might is out of power, but it would’ve been cool to see All Might confront his doppelganger.
moments when the students in Class 1-A got to shine, but Deku, Bakugo, and Shoto were the main focus. I would’ve liked to see some of my other favorites a bit more, such as Ochaco Uraraka and Froppy, but I was happy to see them nonetheless.
The pacing of the movie took creative liberties, but not without sticking to the mission. In some ways, it
independently of the show.
Overall, I would say “MHA: You’re Next” is a worthwhile watch for fans and newcomers alike. People who their favorite characters on the big their introduction to Deku, Bakugo, and the rest of Class 1-A.
Rating: 10/10
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Ring in the Fall season with the new ‘Brat’ remix
KISER YOUNG SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
For most artists, a deluxe album consists of maybe three or four more songs, and potentially bringing in a trending artist to feature on the single with the most streams. But most albums aren’t also still brat” by Charli xcx.
As a whole, this album completely re-luxe, or an extended version of an album. That’s because this album is actually a remix.
This 18-track record takes the songs from the original “Brat” album and gives each song a complete rework. In the original album, Charli writes “Brat” from the perspective of being a genre-bending party girl, unsure of if she’s a superstar across the pond. This remix album, still very much in the realm of “Brat,” is now Charli’s commentary on catapulting into a new level of fame, through the lens of a club DJ. She brings in 19 artists to feature on a variety of singles or reworked tracks, that range from Billboard favorites like
Ariana Grande, Lorde and Billie Ellish, to more niche club artists like Shygirl, Bb trickz and 2000’s favorite party girl, Kesha.
Charli turns her popular songs like “Apple” and “360” into club dance anthems driven by strong baselines and reworked verses. The chorus of these songs transpositions are layered over lyrics. She continues this trend of making club music with songs like “Club classics” and “Guess” that have bass bumping chords and lyrics centered around black lacy underwear or bringing back the coveted dance heavy vibe of 2000s clubs.
This album is not all about glamoriz-
as she enters her early 30s. Towards the end of “I think about it all the time,” she asks if she “should stop [her] birth control? / ’Cause [her] career still feels small in the existential scheme of it all.” Here, listeners have an inside look into the personal life of 33-year-old Charli struggling to understand if the global sensation of her neon green album motherhood. This creates an apparent dissonance
felt in many of electric forward tracks and when compared to their content heavy lyrics. This often leads critics to bold use of party motifs, but as a writer her lyrical depth is far from scornful. Charli opens up further in her album by weaving in verses from her musical peers, and their own personal struggles regarding fame and the opinions of the media. On “Sympathy is knife,” she and Grande take turns referring to the phenomenon created by their fans, in which they are expected to be the same bubbly pop girls from 2014 while also still being the edgy chic divas known to their newer audiences.
also still brat,” is an album that has introduced an entirely new fan base to club music, while also still catering to Charli’s established fan base. This remix album is a new concept to the world of pop music, and its undeniable popularity will inspire the future creation of pop albums.
Score: 9/10
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In the editor’s rotation: Gigi Perez, Cher, Outkast and more
about a lesbian romance, so there-
stallment of weekly playlists by yours truly.
This idea was presented to me by The Miami Student’s lovely editor-in-chief, Kasey Turman. As soon as he mentioned the word “playlist,” I was in on it — I’ll make a playlist at any opportunity I get.
These weekly mixes will include what’s in my current rotation. I like to think I have a pretty diverse taste in music, so there should be something for everyone.
‘Sailor Song’ — Gigi Perez days ago, it’s been on loop. I’m not kidding — I’ve played it well over 20 times at this point.
It’s the perfect indie love song. It feels like something you’d see in a movie, and before any producers try
I will lose my head if this song gets appropriated by straight people.
‘Dark Lady’ — Cher Thanks to my mother, I’ve been a longtime fan of Cher. For some reason, this track fell into the back of my mind until recently.
It’s been stuck in my head for the past week. I have to listen to it at least once a day to scratch the itch I’ve developed for it. Not to mention, it’s
‘Unhappy’ — Outkast I told you my music taste is all over the place. Again, thanks to my mom, I have been a fan of Outkast since third grade.
This is one of the duo’s criminallycord by Outkast, “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.” If you’re at all familiar with Outkast, I beg you to give this
one a listen.
‘forwards beckon rebound’ — Adrianne Lenker
This song has been a vital staple in my fall soundtrack. Yes, I know it’s become overtaken by TikTok, and no, I don’t care. Lenker’s voice is so whimsical and comforting.
This song feels like a cozy autumn evening surrounded by candles while you’re deep in contemplation.
‘There’d Better Be A Mirrorball’ and ‘No. 1 Party Anthem’ — Arctic Monkeys I couldn’t pick between these two songs, as I’m equally obsessed with both at the moment.
Thanks to encouragement from a friend, I’ve recently delved deeper into Arctic Monkeys’ discography, and I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to do so. So far, these two are my favorites.
‘Cecilia’ — Simon & Garfunkel
This catchy track has been consistent on my morning walks to class. It just feels like the kind of song you should start your day with, lyrics aside.
This summer, I was enamored with music from the ’60s — probably from watching “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” one too many times. This song has since wormed its way back into my rotation.
‘Heaven Is a Bedroom’ — TV Girl
I feel like there’s always one TV Girl song that I have on repeat. This time around, it’s “Heaven Is a Bedroom,” and for good reason.
The instrumentals are unique and snappy, much like most of TV Girl’s music. Paired with rather cynical lyr-
‘Banana Clip’ — Miguel Miguel has one of the most beautiful voices that has ever graced my ears. Another recommendation from
a friend, this track is danceable and overall feel-good. It feels like something you’d listen to in the summer, but that hasn’t kept it out of my rotation.
‘Second Nature’ — Clairo I was late to the release of Clairo’s third album, “Charm,” on which this track appears. I’ve only recently given it a listen, and this sweet, little love song instantly became a stand-out track.
‘Ride’ — Sir Mix-a-Lot
Am I proud to call myself a Sir Mix-a-Lot listener? Not particularly. But I cannot seem to tear myself away from this song.
room, to which some of my colleagues could not tell whether it was a pick from Humor Editor Teddy Johnson or myself. I can’t tell you if that’s a good or bad thing.
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Dress to impress: A guide to navigating your wardrobe in the business world
CHLOE SOUTHARD CULTURE EDITOR
GRAPHIC BY CHLOE SOUTHARD
OPINION
SPENCER MANDZAK
CONTRIBUTING WRITER
When you think of the First Amendment, what comes to mind? Freedom of religion? Freedom of speech? What about the freedom to protest?
It’s not controversial to say that the right to protest and make our voices heard is one of our most fundamental rights. However, our use of protesting has become another factor driving the political division in our country.
In 2016 and 2020, we had some of the most polarizing elections in the 21st century, which were also the its attention on a new form of media to campaign. In less than a decade, social media has become a crucial asset in campaigns and can sway entire elections.
On one hand, it’s great that voterser level of connection with the public.
But a private company determining what information you see can be dangerous. Social media companies use a wide variety of algorithms, all based on a set of machine learning called ranking signals. Ranking signals control all information you take in, from deciding what content is made visible user is most likely to interact with.
This unfortunately means that if you use social media for politics or news, you will always get a skewedlitical opinion. This causes millions
of people to become swallowed by that algorithm and put in their own echo chamber, with no interaction with opposing views. This creates weak-minded individuals who are incapable of interacting outside of that bubble.
People will continue eating up this new form of entertainment until they get bored of it – hence why we see politics continuing to become more radical on each side. Basic centrist policies uninteresting.
This is why a Democrat echo chamber can continue to claim Republicans want to take away a woman’s right to vote and Republicans say that Democrats will make your kids transgender. Both are untrue, but fear-mongering plays on people’s emotions and makes them more likely to interact with the content, generating more engagement and money for these social media companies.
So, what does any of this have to do with our fundamental right to protest? Because these social media companies continue to spread information meant to outrage the reader, people are pushed into echo chambers and assign labels to themselves.
Once you have a group of strongly opinionated individuals who can never be swayed because of the amount of targeted and misleading information they’ve consumed, you get a group where the possibility toes has been destroyed. This means when we have two opposing political/civic organizations on campus
protesting we have two groups that try to completely dehumanize each other.
I’ve had extensive converadministrators, faculty and students about their experiences with student protests and efforts on campus trying to push bipartisanship. Miami has done an amazing job focusing on this issue by creating “Breaking Bread” meetings where Mitwo opposing sides together to talk with each other.
This by itself is a great start, actively pushing these people to interact; however, the problem is that these meetings rely on those labels we put on each other. So these are no longer meetings between two groups with diverse backgrounds and experiences, but a meeting between Republicans and Democrats. student government, I was very views of people I would interact with. I made a conscious decision not to mention or make important my personal beliefs, knowing that would shut down any opportunity to pursue bipartisanship. Many times I was in committee meetings being told how much someone hates Catholics or wishes all Republicans would simply die. Every time I’d bite my tongue knowing these people had no idea who they were talking to and, furthermore, had no clue they were actively working across the aisle by working with me. It’s our right to protest and speak out about what we believe in. But isn’t it wrong to take it to such a level where we vilify and dehumanize each other when we’re all just college their politics, and neither is their politics by their character.
If you are going to hold the door open for a stranger, why should that change once you put a label on them?
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When looking at the over 600 clubs on campus, it shouldn’t be sur-ty has a student government. But it may shock you to learn that out of more than 16,000 undergrads, only about 50 students took the oath of
The Associated Student Government (ASG) operates similarly to our national government with an executive and legislative branch. This divide designates a small portion of ASG members to execute the roles of a secretary or other senate leadership positions, and the rest are appointed senators, members of the legislative branch to either district (regions on campus) or to an academic college (i.e. College of Arts and Science, Farmer School of Business, etc).
This separation allows senators to write legislation that they thinkground work required for physically executing that legislation so it becomes tangible. As one of the senators of District 8, I represent the students residing in the majority of North Quad residence halls. This means I must report student concerns, sit on multiple one-hour committee meetings and attend the three-hour-long senate meeting held every Tuesday.
In other words … it’s never a dull day.
While ASG has taken up a decent chunk of time from my week, it’s only because we student politicians do honest work.
senatorial position, I had to get 35 student signatures, gain approval of a campaign petition, win an election and read more than 75 pages of rules and bylaws for procedural processes taken within the senate.
After being elected, I decided to sit on three committees this year:ness and an additional ad-hoc committee. Most of the work I do within these committees is external facing, or student-related issues, with the exception of the ad-hoc committee that focuses on the restructuring of
have such a well-stocked Walmart without a major educational institution nearby. However, Miamians don’t always consider themselves Oxford residents. Because of our school’s bene-classmen, prefer to stay on campus for most of the year. When they do often Kroger or CVS for necessities. While there’s nothing wrong with shopping at well-established grocery stores, there may be better alternatives.
One such alternative is MOON Co-Op. Oana Godeanu-Kenworthy, a teaching professor and the depart-
mental advisor for American Studies, takes her yearly AMS 207 (America: Global and Intercultural Perspectives) class to this community-owned organic grocery store. MOON sources produce from nearby farms in Ohio for students. Moreover, its packaged foods are sustainably obtained, withcations found on nearly all products. was pleasantly surprised to discover that my little college town had such a grocery store. However, MOON is more than just a mini Whole Foods. Its mission is to empower the Oxford community
and provide health and food services
duce in Walmart, and Kroger doesn’t guarantee that its hummus is made in Hamilton or that its cacao is sustainably grown in South Africa.
prised to learn that MOON almost always loses money throughout the year, despite its endearing and inspiring goals.
“Sometimes they actually do better in the summer months than in the winter months,” I heard that day. “They have trouble convincing Miami students to come back more than once.”
This challenge highlights a broadstudents to go to big chain grocery stores than to a small store tucked beside TJ Maxx. These supermarkets have everything, with no extra stops required, and college students often prefer cheap convenience. And while some students enjoy strolling through the Oxford farmers market on Saturday mornings, vendors still struggle to compete with large organizations that keep globally imported goods in stock year-round.
Given these factors, investing back into the Oxford community isn’t always cheap or convenient. Prioritizing the community means making a point to shop at locally owned businesses and to spend money on higher-priced, better-quality products that support Butler County’s economy.
But acting as an Oxford resident is also really fun. The city holds a variety of events, including the Apple Butter Festival that took place Oct. 5-6, that showcase the many cultures that make up our community. Oxford hosts yoga in the park on Saturdays,
ASG’s executive cabinet. Throughout these one-hour committee meetings, it’s my responsibility to evaluate student concerns, plan out invitations that students can interact with and collect information on resources to help my peers.
Sure, having several meetings a week on top of 17 credit hours may seem like a lot, but when I look back on the amendments and bills with my name on them, I am proud of the change I’ve helped incite. My work done through this organization has contributed to things like inclusive communication training, funding for all 600+ student organizations and even issues concerning dining. Every week I get to be a part of real change on campus. Sure, it may be monotonous and somewhat pretentious to have a 100page book of conduct and procedure, sit in a row of tiered
wildlife investigations and hikes at Hueston Woods, art exhibitions at the Community Arts Center, historic walking tours, Thursday night pub runs, OxACT plays and musicals and annual festivals, all of which can be found on the City of Oxford’s calendar.
It’s important to note that I’m not saying students need to volunteer for the Talawanda PTO or get involved in every aspect of community life. Miami students are busy, and we should always prioritize our education. Nonetheless, when given the opportunity, students should consider popping into MOON Co-Op or buying their broccoli from the farmers market. On a free Sunday afternoon, perhaps students can attend an OxACT play instead of scrolling through social media and napping in bed.
We may spend four years of our lives here, but full-time residents deal with what we leave behind. Whether we like it or not, Oxford and Miami are inseparable. Being a Miami student means being an Oxford resident. It’s time we start acting like it.
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MOORE THE MIAMI STUDENT
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ANASTASIJA MLADENOVSKA STAFF WRITER
As a double major in political science and accounting, I’ve found myself caught in the growing divide between intellectual exploration and the pressures of career preparation. Universities, once seen as institutions for self-discovery and the pursuit of knowledge, have increasingly shifted their focus to becoming career factories. The narrative that has emerged in recent years centers around the idea that the sole value of a university degree lies in its ability to secure a job. This shift, while seemingly practical in today’s competitive job market, has created a crisis among students — including myself.
Just recently, career fairs took over campus. It’s a time when students are encouraged — expected, really — to collect business cards and map out their future careers. For many, it’s seen as a rite of passage, a necessary step toward securing internships or full-time employment. But for others, it’s an overwhelming reminder of the intense pressure placed on us to have
After attending a career fair my -
er panic attack. The sheer weight of expectation, of needing to have a dewants to hire international students, was crushing. As someone pursuing these pressures intensely, albeit in
to career outcomes. It’s practical, it’s “safe” and it’s widely seen as a direct science, on the other hand, is often viewed with skepticism, unless you plan to go to law school or aim for a career in government. I’ve had countless conversations where people ask, “What are you going to do with that?” as if the subject’s intrinsic value means nothing without a high-paying job attached to it. Subjects like philosophy, literature or political theory, which might not have clear career pathways, are often dismissed as “irrelevant” orrich society in ways that cannot be measured by employability statistics alone. They teach us how to think critically, challenge our assumptions, and engage with the world in a meaningful way — skills that are invaluable, not only in the job market but
in life. This career-centric narrative leaves little room for intellectual curiosity, which is ironic given that university should be a time of exploration. The education system seems to have forgotten that higher education is not just about producing employable graduates: It’s about fostering critical thinking, creativity and adaptability. These are skills that truly make a person successful in the long run, both professionally and personally. This semester I’m enrolled in a humanities seminar titled “Education and the Public Good,” and it has
ing pressures head-on. We’ve spent weeks discussing the purpose of higher education, questioning whether universities are still places where students can uncover their passions or whether they’ve become mere stepping stones to employment. The discussions have been eye-opening, but they’ve also left me grappling with existential dread. The idea that our education is being reduced to a transactional experience — a degree in exchange for a job — ignores the reason many of us pursue
that cannot be ignored, but reducing a university education to nothing more than a career launch pad devalIt leaves students like me in a constant state of anxiety, where every class, extracurricular and internship is evaluated solely through the lens of employability or getting to the top. This narrow focus strips away the joy of learning for its own sake, leaving us to question why we’re here in the
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In a time of rising distrust in news media, it is important to establish trust. While politicization, the growing role of social media and the increase in misinformation spreading around the internet has damaged the reputation of news outlets, it is important to remember what journalism should, and in most cases still does, stand for.
Journalism is not glamorous, and those who become journalists know that. Journalism is about asking the hard questions and writing the stories that people need to hear. We get into journalism not because we want to control the conversation, but because we want the conversation to be fair.
No matter how many media outlets try to change it, the true heart of journalism is in the facts. If a story is not rooted in facts, then it is not journalism. It is merely speculation. And journalists do a lot to ensure the facts are told. It starts with journalistic integrity.
Journalists should not take shortcuts. At The Miami Student, a story must have multiple sources that conNot only does this ensure the people of our community help tell the stories, but it also ensures we are cross-checking our facts before we publish something.
We painstakingly ensure we have the right names, titles, sources and the relevant information needed to make a complete story. Stories are not just thrown together, they are the result of a process that requires time and dedication. We take the time to get multiple perspectives. We want to hear from students, professors, administration, Oxford residents and even experts from afar, often with multiple in the same article.
At the end of the day, it is not “our” story; it is yours, we are just here to tell it. We act as the carrier, not as the creator.
However, that hits a nerve for some: choosing what gets covered. Our former editor-in-chief and the current editor-in-chief of the Oxford Free Press, Sean Scott, wrote a piece last year about how stories get chosen. Not everything can get covered, and that’s not because we have an agenda; it’s because we’re human.
Every person in the newsroom, which consists of nearly 20 editors and dozens of writers, comes from preconceived notions of what makes something worthy of reporting on and publishing. By combining all of these allows us to address a wide range of can still slip through the cracks.
It is not because we don’t want to cover it, it’s because we don’t have
the numbers, the time or information needed to ensure the story is the whole truth. We would rather publish nothing than something not representative of our hard work.
It is popular rhetoric for people to claim “fake news” or point to stories that have been proven false to justify distrust against media organizations. However, a 2018 study by the MIT Media Lab showed that false information spreads 70% faster than real news. The problem is not that more stories are being written falsely, it’s that the false stories that do pop up get around quickly.
However, it would be naive of us to assume that all media outlets operate this way. There are those out there who purposefully spew false information. Sometimes it is up to the reader to sift through these to determine if a story is genuine. We encourage you to follow the steps we do.
multiple sources. Take note of the voices in the story: Are they diverse and relevant? Think about why the story was published. What is the author trying to get you to feel or think?
We also encourage you to take trust in local news. While there are reliable national outlets, those trying to spread misinformation often try to do it on a larger scale. That doesn’t happen here in Oxford, or at The Miami Student. Local news is unquestionably needed around the country, and re-establishing trust is vital.
We hope to continue gaining and establishing trust with you, our reader. We are always open to story tips and guest columns, and we want to interview as many voices as we can. Journalists get into this business because we love telling stories, and we love learning about the people and places around us. With a tumultuous few months ahead for our country, we hope to journalism. Read local news, take remember: most journalists are not here to skew reality, we are here to speak the facts. We are here to tell your story.
because I’m genuinely fascinated by the complexities of power and governance, or am I just trying to justify a “useful” degree combination?
The consequences of this mindset are dire. Students are burning out at unprecedented rates, overwhelmed by stress and disillusioned by what they expect university to be and what it has become. Many, like myself, come with the hope of discovering our passions, only to be left feeling disconnected and uncertain about our futures. We become so focused on the next step — landing a job and securing a high salary — that we lose sight of the broader purpose of education.
Universities need to shift their priorities. They should be places where intellectual curiosity is encouraged and celebrated, where students are free to explore diverse subjects without the constant shadow of career pressure looming over them. This means having the freedom to study political science because it fascinates me, and accounting because I appreciate its rigor and structure, without feeling like I need to constantly justify my choices in terms of future earnings.
This isn’t to say that career preparation isn’t important – it is, but it shouldn’t come at the expense of intellectual development. Career services should complement, not dominate, the university experience. Universities need to strike a balance between preparing students for the workforce and fostering a genuine love of learning. This begins by kickstarting meaningful campus-wide discussions. It’s crucial to address these questions openly. On Monday, Oct. 14, there was a thought-provoking lecture at Miami University. The talk, titled
“Can College Courses Make Us Happier? A Proposal for Transforming Campus Life,” was part of this year’s fresh insights into how academic experiences can be reshaped to foster intellectual growth and personal well-being.
In a world that is rapidly changing, the skills of adaptation, critical analysis and creative thinking will be more valuable than ever. Universities must rise to meet this challenge by expanding their commitment to intellectual engagement, not by narrowing their focus on career preparation. They not only in our careers but also in our personal and intellectual lives. And, most importantly, they will instill in us a lifelong love of learning — a far more valuable outcome than any job title or salary could provide.
mladena@miamioh.edu
About Anastasija Mladenovska
Anastasija Mladenovska is a junior political science, accounting and Russian, East European & Eurasian studies triple major from Macedonia. She is involved with the Honors College and is currently serving as a resident assistant. She also volunteers for the League of Women Voters of Oxford.
Bushes, beer and burglaries: The strange reality of a sober Saturday night Uptown
TAYLOR POWERS ASST. OPINION EDITOR
I can count the number of times I’ve ventured Uptown on a weekend night on one hand. I’ve never been to Brick Street. I’ve never partied at CJ’s. I’ve never attended a fraternity party.
In my year and a half at Miami University, I haven’t seen many Uptown shenanigans. However, two weeks ago I experienced the full show when selling quesadillas and baked goods for the Miami Dance Corps (MDC) for four hours, while fully sober.
MDC held its Phi Delt Gates fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. I stayed the full four hours, as I’m one of its PR chairs. Plus, I felt an executive board member needed to be there at all times to ensure everything went smoothly.
I’ll admit, I felt anxious about working it, especially considering the circumstances. I am not used to being Uptown at night, so I didn’t know what to expect. I was anticipat-vances from intoxicated people. I was worried about having to settle conwere incapable of understanding. But strangely, I was proven wrong.
were eerily calm. Only two notable guy who rushed to our table midset-up and frantically asked to buy a baked good. We let him purchase, even though we hadn’t laid out what we were selling yet. The other was a red sports car with “I love brunettes” written across the back window and a skeleton hanging out the passenger light. This prompted the police car sitting at the intersection of South Campus Avenue and East High Street
to do a U-turn to pull it over.
After three hours of selling baked goods and cooking quesadillas, with a quick dance break every now and then, our sale was going extremely well. Members were staying past their one-hour shift because they were having fun. We were still doing great on supplies, despite our worries about not having enough cheese. However, things went from zero to 100 soon after the clock struck midnight. I glanced behind a customer and saw a man lying in the road. I heard the cracking of branches as someone scaled the brick gates behind us and jumped over, an inch away from hitting his head on a bench. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a guy grab a half-cooked grilled walk away without paying. I watched another guy, who was waiting for his own sandwich, run after the thief.
I wasn’t able to see the confrontation, so I can’t say exactly what happened. What I can recount is, in a moment of presumed victory, the guy came back wearing the thief’s sunglasses, saying “I didn’t get your sandwich, but I got his sunnies.” Clearly, Uptown did not disappoint with entertainment. However, my previous expectations of how that night would play out were wrong. Sure, I now have some entertaining stories to share with my friends and family, but the amount of kindness I received from intoxicated people triumphed over the rudeness I was expecting. To start, a clearly intoxicated guy who was buying a brownie leaned in close to me and said, “You’re doing the Lord’s work.” I’m not religious, but I’m pretty certain there’s no mention of baked goods sales in any religion. He then shared some of his fries with me and my friend. Some people tipped us without buying anything or were extremely
apologetic when they couldn’t. Numerous students complimented my and my PR partner’s matching Halloween-themed Bluey shirts. I’d tell looked pretty, and I’d be met with the sweetest “thank you.” There will always be those who go too far when drinking, but not every person Uptown on a weekend is blackout drunk. I expected to encounter the worst of the worst that night, yet the majority of people I interacted with were incredibly kind and engaging. By the end of the night, we had raised roughly $300. I was exhausted and every muscle in my body hurt. But the memories I gained from those four hours made it all worth it. Maybe our fundraiser was coincidentally on a crazy night. Or maybe the promise of cheap baked goods and quesadillas is enough to compel an intoxicated person to grab somedown a thief. Either way, the surreal things I saw that night and the kind people I talked with left me a little more open to the thought of spending a Saturday night sober Uptown.
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THE MIAMI STUDENT
Teddy – Moo Deng the pygmy hippo
If you do not know who Moo Deng the baby hippo is, then I pity you. Please search Moo Deng on Instagram and prepare to feast your eyes on the plumptious rolls and dramatic expressions of the internet’s biggest star (and I mean THICCEST).
I’ve never felt so connected to an animal in my life. Her facial expressions are more dramatic than me when I stopped talking to my last situationship.
For example, Moo Deng bites her caretaker then runs away to her mom whenever she is annoyed. Similarly, a boyfriend, I search for the nearest telephone pole I can run my car into. I will be buying a Moo Deng T-shirt and hippo ears for my costume in hope that a sexy zookeeper will come by to check me out.
Connor – Princess Buttercup
What could be better than crossas a princess you’ve never heard of before? My friends convinced me, in a completely sober state, that I should dress up in a pretty red dress and sashay through the streets of Oxford. I
will be rocking my friend’s dress like nobody has before, and I’ll be damn gold sash to wear, and steal borrow some jewelry from a jewelry store my friend.
I want to take this opportunity to apologize in advance for being the prettiest princess this Halloween. It’s not your fault I’m this stunning and awesome. Just try to enjoy the holiday; It will make it much better.
I’ve never worn a dress before, so I’m hoping the people of Oxford realize that such a pretty princess look can be executed by an ever-cute man. I’ll need to be able to explain to my parents why I’m looking strong and sexy in my dress. Having a proper female companion gives me…. plausible deniability.
Michael – Ace Ventura
Have you ever wanted to solve the case of a missing dolphin? Stop the attempted murder of Dan Marino? against a South American warrior? Ruin a wedding by doing the horizontal monster mash with a tribal chief’s daughter? Then the simple solution is to be Ace Ventura (Pet Detective). Now it’s true that by dressing up as Ace, I won’t actually have done any of those things. But that doesn’t mean that I can’t claim I’ve done them!
Drunk people will believe anything.
And when I manage to run away screaming in fear from… I mean,ed in me after listing my (Ace’s) accomplishments, who will be laughing then?
Actually… don’t answer that, please. Anyways, my point is, if you’d like to parade around as someone much cooler than yourself and don’t have someone to do a “cute” couples of gel in your hair, learn how to say “allllllllrighy then,” throw on a Hawaiian shirt and join me as Ace Ventura. Shannon – Duck from “The Duck Song” I’ve always thought it would be cool to have a theme song. Call me crazy, but there’s nothing more fun than getting your own fanfare everytime you walk into a room. The closest I’ve ever come to that is probably my brother singing 1-800 ads when I was little. In honor of this lifelong that would allow me to wander campus all day blasting a sick tune.
What better music to accompany my daily trek across campus than the infamous “The Duck Song?” Every time I hear “a duck walked up to a lemonade stand,” I’m instantly trans-
ported back to a crisp autumn day, circa 2014, when someone managed to convince my teacher to pull up nonsense play out on a big screen.
All I had to do to create this costume was hop online, order a duck onesie and pick up a bag of grapes at
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Kroger (so I can have a little snack for my classes).
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I pride myself on being someone willing to try new things – call me a tree the way I branch out. I particularly had this mindset when I showed up on this campus. I walked into my dorm, wide-eyed and bushytailed, thinking of all the cool, new opportunities for me.
It didn’t take too long for me to activity I have ever done. In fact, it is so dangerous that the product it revolves around is no longer available. You may have already guessed it, but for those of you who aren’t enjoying my vague introduction, here it is: the Paqui One Chip Challenge.
You may be thinking; “Why did a wimpy little boy decide to do the one-chip challenge?” Well, the story is a lot more disappointing than you would imagine. Here it is.
Part 1: Peer pressure
Most college stories begin with a little bit of stupidity and a lot of peer
Sometimes I ask myself, “Why
am I the way I am? Why do I do this to myself? Was it to impress a girl? Because my roommates dared you to do it? Did someone call me weak?” Well, all of these answers would be incorrect. I did it because a bunch of people told me it wasn’t that bad. They said it would make me cool and it would teach me to have a high spice tolerance – what a bunch of crap. If my future wife was on the other side of this experience, it would have been worthwhile. But what awaited me was far inferior.
Part 2: Down the hatch
Like many stupid 19-year-olds, there was never a second of doubt as to whether I should go forward with the challenge. So, three buddies and I sat down in our dorm common area, with gallons of milk in hand, and dove right in. As the chip went down my throat, I remember saying, “That wasn’t too bad.” Boy did karma kick my butt for that. After about a 15-second delay, I felt the most intense pain of my life. You may say that I’m being dramatic. But, if you’ve met/seen me, you
would realize that I’m not exaggerating. I think that sour cream is spicy, so you can imagine how I felt when the spiciest chip ever created reared its ugly head. I immediately chugged half a gallon of milk, failing the challenge 45-seconds after it began (for what it’s worth, my three buddies succeeded in the challenge).
Chugging the milk may have been an even worse decision than after the challenge began, I was procommon room. This was solely because the pain immobilized me. To this day, there is still a massive staindent went down.
But, this is only the beginning of a truly wonderful story. Unfortunately, I have already reached my yap limit for this print. If you found this even moderately funny, please read the second part next print (my articles haven’t been doing so well, and I want my mommy to be proud of me). oviattcc@miamioh.edu
