The Parthenon - February 19, 2016

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Faculty Senate rejects bill allowing guns on campus

By REBECCA TURNBULL

THE PARTHENON Marshall University’s Faculty Senate rejected a bill Thursday in order to keep guns off Marshall’s campus.

West Virginia House Bill 2446 advocates for the permitted possession of firearms on the grounds of higher education institutions by all persons with valid licenses.

Professor of clinical psychology Pamela Mulder made the recommendation to the Senate to reject the HB 2446 resolution.

Mulder said she was compelled to request the bill’s rejection for her safety and the safety of her fellow faculty members.

“If my students are packing, that might be the last ‘F’ I ever give,” Mulder said.

Associate professor of psychology Paige Muellerleile said she is currently facing a dangerous situation with a student but still does not view the potential ability for her to carry a gun on campus as a solution.

“The risk of anyone else getting hurt or getting killed as the result of the mere presence of a gun increasing the likelihood that violence will happen is the standard finding in the literature,” - Paige Muellerleile

“The risk of anyone else getting hurt or getting killed as the result of the mere presence of a gun increasing the likelihood that violence will happen is the standard finding in the literature,” Muellerleile said. “It’s just not a question.”

Assistant professor of neuroscience Dr. Paul Muizelaar objected to the Senate’s rejection and said he has experienced tight gun control in his home country of the Netherlands but does not see the need for faculty to be subject to tight gun regulations on campus when they are not subject to the same regulations off-campus.

“I don’t see why the university is any different from any other organization,” Muizelaar said. “Why can’t we be just like all the other citizens?

That’s going to be the worst of all.”

Professor of education Tom Hisiro also opposed the rejection and said

he would feel more comfortable if he could depend on those around him carrying guns in case of a shooter situation.

“If there was a crisis situation right now at this very moment and if someone was quick enough to get on their phone and call security, it would take security how long to get down here?”

Hisiro asked. “Trusting anybody in this room who possesses a license to carry a firearm and has had training in that, per se, I would rather have you have that firearm if there was a crisis than wait several minutes for security to show up.”

Professor of biology Philippe

Georgel said he has known of individuals in his home country of France who were highly trained in gun safety providing a gun to someone who could potentially use the gun for harm.

Georgel said the situation showed him how easily a gun can fall into the wrong hands, especially if there are no regulations to stop the perpetrator.

“It was a ticking bomb waiting to happen,” Georgel said. “Those people are dangerous. They can be anywhere.

If we have them on campus, there’s a problem.”

Professor of biotechnology Elizabeth Murray said aside from the faculty, the campus has a large, vulnerable population of 18 to 21-year-olds who are more at risk for committing suicide than threatening others.

“I think arming ourselves to prevent mass shooting is the fantasy that

says, ‘Everyone should be armed,’ but the reality is people have a bad day, they get that ‘F’ from you and then instead of threatening you, they go and kill themselves,” Murray said. “I just don’t want that to be something that’s an easy access for this group of students. I just think that would be a wrong thing.”

Marshall University Police Department Chief Jim Terry made a statement on the resolution to reject the bill that read: “The passage of this bill will strongly reduce the ability of the MUPD to provide security to Marshall faculty, staff and students.”

Chief Terry’s statement was read to the Senate by Marybeth Beller of the Advisory Council of Faculty, prior to the Senate’s vote resulting in the rejection of HB 2446.

The next Faculty Senate meeting is scheduled for 4 p.m. March 31 in room BE5 of the Memorial Student Center.

Rebecca Turnbull can be contacted at turnbull4@marshall.edu.

Thunder on the Stage seeks talent INTO program prepares students for midterms

By AMANDA GIBSON

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The Marshall University Housing and Residence Life is currently taking names for students interested in performing for the annual talent competition.

Thunder On The Stage is open to all students and features a variety of talents. Sign ups end Monday and the competition will take place at the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse Feb. 29.

Students respond to cut down trees on campus

were cut.

Student body president Duncan Waugaman said the Student Government Association was not involved in the decision and they were notified that the cuts would be happening.

Waugaman said as far as he knows, the trees were inRYAN FISCHER | THE PARTHENON fected by bacteria Junior Michal Hobstetter (front) and senior Jessica Short (back) walk that has affected among the freshly cut trees outside the Memorial Student Center other trees on campus and had to be Monday. removed for that reason.

By LYDIA WAYBRIGHT Young said she wished the university THE PARTHENON Students returned to classes Monday to had sent an email to explain the trees benotice several trees between the Memorial ing cut. Young said when the tree beside Student Center and Jenkins Hall had been the Science Building was cut down, there cut down over the weekend, with only piles were emails explaining it and a plaque was of stumps to mark that they were once put up.

“I was sad because it looked ugly and there. empty,” Young said.

“I went home for the weekend and Young said she hopes the university came back and all the trees were gone,” plants new trees in the same places and said sophomore Ashley Young. hopes they are similar to the old trees.

Marshall did not send any emails or Young said if Marshall planted new alerts to notify students why the trees trees, she would still be sad because

they will not grow until students are gone for summer break.

“By the time they grow we’re going to be gone,” Young said.

Junior accounting major Matt Theiss had a different response to the cut trees.

“It didn’t really bother me,” Theiss said.

“I’m not emotionally attached to those trees, especially if they’re diseased.”

Theiss said he knew other students set up hammocks and studied under the trees, so he understood people being upset.

“I can see how it could be upsetting to others,” Theiss said. “I can empathize.”

“If I was picnicking under the trees, it would be sad but I don’t picnic,” Theiss said.

Theiss said if the university plants new trees, it definitely justifies cutting the old ones.

Marshall has not made an official statement regarding the trees, but the Marshall University twitter account responded to several students’ tweets asking about the trees. The tweets from the account said the trees were diseased and new plants will be planted in the spring.

Stacks of tree stumps are still scattered on the ground across campus behind the Campus Christian Center.

Lydia Waybright can be contacted at waybright19@marshall.edu.

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THE PARTHENON An INTO program gave students study tips for upcoming Wednesday midterms.

Counselor and student advisor with the University College Robin Taylor was the guest speaker at the midterm prep program. Taylor discussed study tactics, note taking, time management and test anxiety.

Student engagement coordinator for the INTO office Kenny Jones said he thought the topic of test anxiety would be good for INTO students.

“Robin and I talked and she was going to talk about test anxiety, which I thought would be really good for them,” Jones said. “Because I couldn’t imagine what it’s like to take a midterm in a different language than my original language.”

Jones said the main thing he wants students to focus on through these programs is study skills.

Business administration graduate student Guang Yang said some of the tips given at the program were quite good.

Yang said the tips are good for studying and they can help save time and make studying more effective.

Business major Fan Huang said she came to the program because she wanted to learn new things. Huang said midterms give her test anxiety and said she learned some new tips for studying during the program.

Jones said American education is different from other countries’ education, so he hopes by showing INTO students different study skills focused on test taking in America they will be able to

take some skills that will work for them and help on their exams.

Computer science graduate student Suresh Choudhary said he wanted to learn about the typical midterm exam, how it is conducted and what kind of questions the professors will be asking.

Choudhary said in India the tests are more objective, like essay writing, but in America the tests are more direct, like multiple-choice questions.

Choudhary said that is one of the differences between the tests in America and the tests in India.

Jones said the midterm program was a success and that the students were engaged and asked a lot of questions.

“I think the students really took it seriously, just from visible reactions,” Jones said.

Jones said there were about 30 people at the program, although he said it would have gone well even if there were three students in attendance.

“Numbers are good because I reach more students, but as long as the students learn something they didn’t before, then I would view that as successful,” Jones said.

Jones said he tries to do one midterm program per semester around the time of midterms and they are open to all Marshall students.

The next program Jones is planning is a stress relief program from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 25 in the INTO Center lobby where students can make stress balls out of flour, rice or play dough.

Amanda Gibson can be contacted at gibson269@ marshall.edu.

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Dozic adjusting to life at Marshall

By DANIELLE WRIGHT

THE PARTHENON Men’s basketball freshman Aleksander Dozic is adjusting to life as a student athlete at Marshall University.

However, acclimating to new surroundings is nothing new for the 6-foot-9 forward, who moved to the United States from Podgorcia, Montenegro last year.

Dozic joined the Herd family this season, transitioning from Don Bosco Preparatory School in Chicago, Illinois.

Dozic said he has relied on his Herd teammates to help him adapt to the new city.

“After coming from a school in Chicago, it’s not so bad,” Dozic said. “And I have other foreigners on the team that speak the same language, so they help me a lot.”

Dozic said this season has been a learning experience as he is attempting to make the jump in competition from a preparatory school to a D-I University.

However, while in Chicago, Dozic said he had already gone through the process of adjusting to a different style of basketball.

“Playing at the prep school helped me a lot because American basketball is a lot different from European basketball,” Dozic said “It is a higher level, and I’m still learning everyday.”

Dozic said one of the most difficult aspects of attending college overseas is being away from his family.

Dozic said he misses his family more than anything and that he longs for simple things, such as his native food.

Senior forward James Kelly, who has served as a mentor to the young talent, said Dozic does a good job of encouraging his teammates on a daily basis.

Kelly said Dozic’s value, however, extends beyond his positive attitude.

“His greatest contribution to the team is defense and how much energy he brings to practice,” Kelly said.

Dozic said he takes practices seriously because he wants to have a great season next year, singling out junior forward Ryan Taylor’s performance this season as a goal in terms of his level of play.

Dozic has played in 22 games for the Herd this season, posting averages of nine minutes per game, 1.5 points per game and 1.5 rebounds per game.

Danielle Wright can be contacted at Wright317@marshall. edu.

Track and field team to compete in Buckeye Tune-up in preparation for conference meet

THE PARTHENON The Marshall track and field team returns to action Friday in the Buckeye Tune-up, hosted by Ohio State University.

The invitational, which begins 4 p.m. at French Field House in Columbus, Ohio, is the Herd’s final regular-season indoor competition of the season.

The Buckeye Tune-up is designed for teams to prepare for its respective conference meets.

The Conference USA Indoor Championships begin Wednesday in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Herd gets redemption win over 49ers

Baseball team kicks off season with exhibition weekend against FAMU

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Marshall University senior forward James Kelly sets up the offense Thursday against the University of North Carolina at Charlotte at the Cam Henderson Center.

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THE PARTHENON Marshall University’s men’s basketball team overtook the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 87-72, Thursday at the Cam Henderson Center.

The 49ers (10-16) defeated the Herd (14-12) Jan. 21 to end Marshall’s then five-game winning streak.

“They kind of whooped up on us the first time,” sophomore guard Jon Elmore said.

“We weren’t really focused and the offense was stagnant.

I feel like we really came together tonight and got some

sweet revenge.”

Elmore, who landed four 3-pointers, was the second leading scorer for the Herd with 14 points and added four rebounds as well.

Along with Elmore’s energy was James Kelly and his dominant aggression.

Senior forward James Kelly was the game’s leading scorer and rebounder with 27 points and 23 boards.

Kelly ranks among the top three in points (20.6 per game) and rebounds (9.9 per game) in Conference USA. While Charlotte senior

Joseph Uchebo, who leads the conference with 11.1 rebounds per game, registered 24 points and 21 rebounds in the teams’ first meeting, Marshall held the center to four points and nine rebounds Thursday evening.

“We just tried to stay physical, get him to foul and stay off the glass,” Kelly said.

Senior forward Ryan Taylor fell into foul trouble early in the first quarter and sat out the rest of the first half.

Reappearing in the second half, Taylor gained another personal foul and ended his

night with four fouls. The team’s second-leader in points and rebounds registered four points and two rebounds in the team’s win.

“We’re going to talk to him,” Elmore said. “Its been a couple games in a row. He’s a big factor for us, and we have to keep him on the floor more.”

Marshall takes on Old Dominion University 7 p.m.

Saturday at the Cam Henderson Center.

Danielle Wright can be contacted at Wright317@ marshall.edu.

Marshall women falls to Charlotte, 87-77 THE PARTHENON production. Shayna Gore also chipped in advantage into halftime.

Marshall University women’s basket- 10 points and four rebounds.

Marshall shot 41.7 percent from the ball team fell to the field in the first half University of North and knocked down six Carolina at Charlotte 3-pointers, while also Thursday, 87-77, at converting on 10 of its the Dale F. Halton 12 free throw attempts.

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However, after halftime, the Herd produced With the victory, just 31 points and was Charlotte completed unable to keep up with its season sweep of Charlotte.

Marshall.

The 49ers forced 11 The Herd dropped turnovers in the second to 6-7 in conference half. play.

The loss was the Senior forward Leah Herd’s first of the seaScott led Marshall son when leading at the with 19 points on 6-13 half. shooting and added Marshall faces Old seven rebounds.

Dominion 4 p.m. SaturMarshall head coach day in Norfolk, Virginia.

Matt Daniel received The Herd defeated the a strong outing from Monarchs, 80-62, Jan. his reserves with the 24 at the Cam HenderHerd outpacing the son Center.Sophomore 49ers 33-8 in bench guard Taylor Porter led scoring.

RYAN FISCHER | THE PARTHENON Marshall with 18 points Kiana Evans, who Marshall University junior Kiana Evans walks off the court earlier this season. in the victory. scored 17 points The Monarchs are 7-6 in conference and knocked down four of her five The Herd was undone by its second3-point attempts, headlined the bench’s half performance after taking a 46-44 action this season.

Tennis team hosts Virginia Tech and Rice this weekend

THE PARTHENON Marshall University’s tennis team (4-3) looks to remain above .500 this weekend, as it hosts Virginia Tech (5-3) and Rice University (4-1) at the Huntington Tennis Club.

Marshall faces Virginia Tech 5 p.m. Friday and closes out its weekend against Rice 11 a.m.

Sunday.

Head coach John Mercer said his team is looking forward to

its upcoming matches against two tough opponents.

“Virginia Tech is a very competitive team in what is probably the best tennis conference in the country, and Rice is the defending Conference USA champions,” Mercer said in a news release.

Sunday’s match will be the first time the Herd and Owls have faced since the two met in last season’s Conference USA

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Championship.

“It was a tough loss we had in the finals of the conference tournament last year on their home courts,” Mercer said. “So, we are looking forward to having them at home this season.”

In the latest Intercollegiate Tennis Association rankings, the Herd slipped from No. 55 to No. 74 in the nation. Rice holds the top position in C-USA at No. 29.

THE PARTHENON The Marshall University baseball team kicks off its 2016 season Friday as it heads to Tallahassee, Florida for its first weekend of preseason games.

Marshall faces Florida A&M University for a three-game series beginning Friday and ending Sunday.

The team ended its 2015 season with an overall record of 20-32, including 12-18 against Conference USA opponents. Despite its record, the team finished the 2015 season winning two of its final three games and falling shy of reaching the C-USA tournament.

Senior pitcher Sam Hunter said his team, which has added 14 new members during the offseason, is excited to start the season in warmer weather.

“I feel like the coaching staff did a great job of recruiting a good core group of guys,” Hunter said. “Some new junior college transfers and freshmen came in that are really going to help us out this year.”

Hunter said he thinks the returning players are the backbone of the team.

“As far as the guys that have been here, I feel like we’ve had great leadership from those guys. And collectively, as a group, I feel like we’ve bought into the system.”

Senior outfielder Cory Bird said he feels more confident about his team this year compared to last. Bird said while the team had a great group of guys last year, this year’s team has a closer bond.

“It’s crazy how fast this year came upon us,” Bird said. “And we’re really excited.”

However, Bird said due to the number of new players, the biggest thing he thinks the team will struggle with its first weekend of action is rhythm.

“We’ve been seeing live pitching a lot, but its just going to be the whole rhythm thing,” Bird said. “Play at a different field and seeing different arms is going to be the biggest adjustment in these first three games, but we’ll get it done.”

The Herd played three games earlier this fall and won two of the three.

Hunter said those early games definitely helped with getting some new players adjusted before starting the season.

“Playing three games this past fall, I feel has really helped us out to get some of those first-game jitters out of the way,” Hunter said. “So, hopefully, we can go down there, play well and come back with three wins.”

The team will load up the bus Thursday to head down to Florida for its first three-game series against Florida A&M for the start of its 2016 season.

Friday’s game begins 4 p.m. at the Moore-Kittles Baseball Complex. Saturday’s game begins 1 p.m. and Sunday’s begin 11 a.m.

Brittanie Fowler can be contacted at fowler85@marshall.edu.

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Thursday marks National Drink Wine Day in the midst of American Heart Month

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ABOVE and BELOW: Wine for sale during National Drink Wine Day at the westend Kroger in Huntington, WV.

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Winter Jazz Festival heats up Huntington

By LEAH COOK

THE PARTHENON The 47th Annual Winter Jazz Festival will be hosted by the Marshall University School of Music and Theatre this weekend in Smith Recital Hall.

The festivities include Marshall ensembles as well as iconic jazz performers and educators.

Trombonist Reggie Watkins, Professor Steve Heffner and assistant professor and former Blue Man Group percussionist Jess Nolan will be among those featured.

The festival also welcomes revolutionary alto saxophonist Jim Snidero.

Snidero authored the first Jazz conception books.

“Jim Snidero is one of the leading jazz alto saxophonists in the world,” said director of jazz studies Dr. Martin Saunders.

Friday, the university’s Alumni Band will perform at 7 p.m. followed by Marshall’s Jazz Combo I and special guests at 7:45 p.m.

The festival finale will begin 7 p.m. Saturday with the Thundering Herd AllStar Band followed by Jazz Combo I with Snidero and guests at 8 p.m.

All concerts are free to the public. Donations are accepted and will benefit the Marshall Jazz program.

Leah Cook can be contacted at cook281@ marshall.edu.

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THE PARTHENON February is American Heart Month and Thursday was National Drink Wine Day. Though some people may be skeptical, red wine has an impact on heart health. According to the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, red wine seems to have more hearthealthy benefits than other types of alcohol do.

Red wine contains antioxidants called polyphenols that may help protect the lining of blood vessels in your heart. There is a particular substance in red wine know as resveratrol that may be the single ingredient that protect blood vessels from damage, reduces cholesterol and prevents blood clots.

All alcohol in moderation can benefit your heart. People who drink red wine in moderate amounts seem to have a lower risk of heart disease. According to the Harvard School of Public Health, wine drinkers are 30 percent less likely to have a heart attack. Drinking red wine in moderation means one drink a day for women of all ages and men older than age 65 and up to two drinks a day for men 65 and younger.

Men have a higher limit because they typically weigh more and have more alcohol metabolizes enzymes than women.

When five randomly selected Marshall University students both

male and female were asked if they preferred white or red wine more, four out of the five said red.

“I liked red wine before I knew it was better for me,” said senior psychology major Kenna Smith.

“Now, that I know it’s healthy for me is just a bonus.”

Resveratrol can also be found in grapes, peanuts and blueberries. According to The University of California Berkeley Wellness, almost 4,000 studies have been published in recent years. Studies suggest resveratrol may help protect the body from cardiovascular disease by acting like an antioxidant. According to Berkeley Wellness it is not known to what extent resveratrol is involved with disease protection.

Resveratrol has been tested on animals such as mice and the results have been promising.

Collected animal data on the prevention of cancers, heart diseases and diabetes specify that there should be more trials done on humans.

New studies are underway and most resveratrol supplements being used appear to be safe, but their long-term effects are questionable. Until those questions are answered it is better to get the daily-recommended amount of resveratrol from grapes, nuts, and a daily glass of red wine.

Logan Parkulo can be contacted at parkulo2@marshall. edu.

Annie rises to the stage Wednesday “It is literally the best moment in the world to just say that ‘you are covered for the next 10 months, work for us, tell this awesome, awesome story and travel the country doing Annie!’”

-Jonathan Cobrda

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Johnathan Cobrda will rise to the stage as Harold Ickes, a U.S. Presidental Cabinet member, during his touring debut in “Annie” Feb. 24.

THE PARTHENON Tony recipient and creator of “Annie” Martin Charnin returns as director of Broadway’s “Annie,” with a touring performance taking the stage February 24 at the Keith Albee Theater.

“Annie” is the origin of the 70’s classics “It’s a Hard Knock Life,” “Tomorrow,” and “N.Y.C.,” and is based on the original “Little Orphan Annie” comic strip by Harold Gray.

Jonathan Cobrda from Greensboro, North Carolina, is cast as Harold Ickes, a U.S. Cabinet member who took office under President Roosevelt in 1933.

“I went through three rounds of auditions and call-backs and then I finally got the call from the casting director

giving me that glorious, glorious news that I got the job,” Cobrda said. “It is literally the best moment in the world to just say that ‘you are covered for the next 10 months, work for us, tell this awesome, awesome story and travel the country doing Annie!’”

The Harold Ickes character is a comic element of the performance, known for the scene in which he is asked by President Roosevelt to sing and perform for the cabinet alongside Annie.

Cobrda said although his all-time favorite number from Annie would “definitely” be “Easy Street,” his favorite piece to perform is “NYC.” Cobrda, a type one diabetic, is known for his theatrical performances as well as serving as creator and executive

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producer of “The Sweet n’ Low Show,” which he continues as a passion project.

Upon moving to New York City, Cobrda said he contacted the Sweet n’ Low brand in order to see what they thought of his eponymous work that started in his school days.

“They were so taken with it that they’ve actually teamed up with me in kind of sponsoring me and my story and the show in kind of getting the word out there and welcoming me into that community,” Cobrda said.

Cobrda said he aims to better others who have been similarly diagnosed with type one diabetes though his comedic performances.

Ryan Fischer can be contacted at fischer39@marshall.edu.

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After Oregon standoff, some say: Right fight; wrong tactics

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A man waves the American flag from atop a car at the Narrows roadblock, Feb. 11 near Burns, Ore. BRADY McCOMBS and KEN RITTER

ASSOCIATED PRESS Right fight; wrong strategy.

That's what many ranchers and sympathizers opposing federal control of public lands in the West concluded after the armed occupation of a national wildlife refuge in Oregon.

For some, the weekslong standoff that ended Thursday with the surrender of the final occupiers has only strengthened their resolve to fight the government's control of vast expanses of Western land. But not all condone the tactics of

the armed group that drew the nation's gaze to the snowy landscapes of eastern Oregon.

"We're not backing off," said Greg Whalen, a military veteran from Las Vegas who supports the Bundy ranching family that led the occupation. "We're actually going to fight harder — peacefully."

Whalen and others say protests must remain a key part of the strategy — but they must be civil to avoid giving a reason for arrests.

Others suggest the battle should shift to the courts to pry authority over open space from

the federal government. State lawmakers, notably in Utah, are considering a legal way to take control of U.S. lands that account for a majority of the West, including most of Nevada; about two-thirds of Utah, Idaho and Alaska; and half of Oregon.

Federal officials say U.S. control ensures the land is used in the interest of the environment, outdoor enthusiasts and industries, such as ranching, mining, and oil and gas.

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert denounced the tactics in the standoff but called it "a wakeup

sure that stores that accept food stamp dollars, now called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, stock a wider array of healthy food choices.

Under current rules, SNAP retailers must stock at least three varieties of foods in each of four food groups: fruits and vegetables, dairy, breads and cereals, and meats, poultry and fish. The new rules would require the retailers to stock seven varieties in each food group, and at least three of the food groups would have to include perishable items.

In all, the rules would require stores to stock at least 168 items that USDA considers healthy.

The proposal would also require that retailers have enough in stock of each item so that the foods would be continuously available.

The rules could mean that fewer convenience stores qualify to be SNAP retailers. The convenience store industry has argued that it often operates the only stores that serve certain neighborhoods and at certain times, like overnight. Concannon said the department would try to ensure that the rules don't affect SNAP recipients' access to food retailers, and the department may consider waiving the

proposed requirements in some areas.

The rules come as a key House Republican is pushing for drug tests for food stamp recipients and new cuts to the program. Alabama Rep. Robert Aderholt, the chairman of the subcommittee that oversees USDA spending, introduced a bill last Thursday that would allow states to require drug testing. The move is designed to help states like Wisconsin, where Gov. Scott Walker has sued the federal government, to permit screening.

USDA has pushed back on such efforts, as it did when Republicans unsuccessfully attempted to cut 5 percent from the program during negotiations over the 2014 farm bill.

The push comes as SNAP use has skyrocketed — the program served more than 46 million Americans and cost $74 billion last year. That's twice the program's 2008 cost.

"While I have not seen Rep. Aderholt's proposed legislation, I have serious concerns about an approach that could deprive a family of access to food and basic necessities simply because a member of the family is struggling with addiction," Vilsack said after Aderholt introduced the bill.

think that the accessibility of media is one of the most important things about it,” said sophomore theatre major and audiophile MG Dalton. “Having music that you can listen to without downloading individual songs provides access to all kinds of new stuff for people.”

Streaming services typically play music via Internet connection instead of allowing fans to keep physical copies for themselves. For V-Club DJ Jess Hurst, the new trend is a mixed bag.

“As a DJ, I have a pretty massive collection of downloaded music that I use to play out,”

Hurst said. “However, I tend to stream music that I’m listening to casually. Most audiophiles I know are completely uninterested in the streaming phenomenon due to quality issues; a lower bitrate and a slow connection can quickly add up to an unsatisfying listen.”

A great majority of today’s most popular artists, namely Beyoncé, Kanye West and Rihanna, are releasing new music exclusively on the streaming service Tidal. Access to the service comes with a price after the completion of a free trial. West’s highly anticipated album “The Life of

USDA rules would increase food stamp access to healthy foods

By MARY CLARE JALONICK

ASSOCIATED PRESS The Agriculture Department unveiled new rules on Tuesday that would force retailers who accept food stamps to stock a wider variety of healthy foods or face the loss of business as consumers shop elsewhere.

The proposed rules are designed to ensure that the more than 46 million Americans who use food stamps have better access to healthy foods although they don't dictate what people buy or eat. A person using food stamp dollars could still purchase as much junk food as they wanted, but they would at least have more options in the store to buy fruits, vegetables, dairy, meats and bread.

"USDA is committed to expanding access for SNAP participants to the types of foods that are important to a healthy diet," Kevin Concannon, USDA undersecretary for food, nutrition and consumer services, said in a statement. "This proposed rule ensures that retailers who accept SNAP benefits offer a variety of products to support healthy choices for those participating in the program."

In 2014, Congress required the Agriculture Department to develop regulations to make

call for all of us that there (are) legitimate issues out there that are causing frustration."

Supporters say sympathy from prominent Western politicians shows that their mantra — that locals can do a better job managing federal lands than out-of-touch bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. — has been embraced by more than guntoting protesters.

"We're not just cowboys with hats who are hicks and don't know what's going on," said LisaMarie Johnson, who stood with Cliven Bundy at his Nevada ranch in a 2014 armed standoff with federal agents.

Bundy is the father of the Oregon occupation's leaders.

"People in New York City don't understand what's going on out here," the Nevada resident said.

The dispute predates statehood in some places. But calls for action have gotten louder as federal agencies designate protected areas for endangered species and set aside tracts for mining, wind farms and natural gas exploration. The latest wave has roots in the Sagebrush Rebellion, which began more than 40 years ago over grazing rights in Nevada.

Occupiers that seized the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon on Jan. 2 demanded the U.S. turn over the land to locals and release two ranchers imprisoned for

THE PARTHENON Every generation is defined by its music. The biggest artists of the time, the most popular songs and the way people enjoy music defines every era and it seems that the streaming method of playing audio is quickly becoming the standard.

This generation’s 8-track or cassette player is found under the guises of streaming services like Spotify, Pandora and Tidal.

“I honestly think that streaming music creates an immediate availability and I

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to Arizona rancher Robert "LaVoy" Finicum, who was killed by police in a Jan. 26 traffic stop that also led to the arrests of Cliven Bundy's sons, Ammon and Ryan Bundy.

Finicum, an Oregon standoff spokesman, was memorialized at his funeral last week near the Utah-Arizona border as a freedom fighter murdered in the name of liberty. Authorities say he was reaching for a gun.

Some worry that the Bundys will garner similar sympathy as they remain in jail. But others say they don't consider them leaders of a movement that has more moderate voices working through the courts.

"How can you go up there and take over government property and expect to accomplish anything from it?" said Demar Dahl, an Elko County commissioner in Nevada and advocate for state control of lands. "Whatever we do, we've got to do within the law."

Jerry DeLemus traveled twice from his home in New Hampshire to play peacemaker — once during the Nevada standoff and once during the Oregon occupation.

"I love the Bundys," DeLemus said this week. "But they made a tactical mistake going out to that refuge. They were portrayed as armed anti-government protesters taking over government buildings. There was a lot of fear."

Duchess of Cambridge raises mental health issues in Huffpost

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ASSOCIATED PRESS The Duchess of Cambridge is trying to shatter the stigma attached to mental health issues as she guest edits an edition of the Huffington Post.

The former Kate Middleton said Wednesday that she and Prince William wouldn't hesitate to seek help if they thought their children, George and Charlotte, needed it.

Her comments came as the news website marked the start of a campaign called Young Minds Matter, which raises awareness around mental health in children.

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setting fires.

Tom Haynie, a 58-year-old Las Vegas resident who's also passionate about solar energy, medical marijuana and water in the West, subscribes to a common belief in the movement.

"The government wants to control everything," Haynie said. "But it's the people's land, not the federal government's land."

Brett Tolman, a former U.S. attorney in Utah, said it appears the federal government is trying to send a message: You will face legal consequences if you cross the line from peaceful protest.

Cliven Bundy was arrested Wednesday in Portland for his actions nearly two years ago in the Nevada standoff.

A total of 25 people have been charged in the Oregon occupation.

Four people were prosecuted in Utah for riding ATVs on an off-limits trail in 2014, including a well-known county commissioner who was convicted and became a cause celebre in the movement.

Therein lies the danger in the federal strategy: The intended message may be misinterpreted, Tolman said.

"I think people are going to be more hardened and more upset, and in some ways, you make martyrs out of those who have chosen this route," he said.

Many are giving that status

Pablo,” is alleged to only ever appear on the service, never to be sold for downloadable or physical copies.

“Unless you are an established artist with a loyal fan base, it’s best to allow people to listen to your music for free, in hopes that they’ll like it enough to pay for it later,” Hurst said. “Today’s artists are making most of their money on merchandise and live shows; I don’t see this trend reversing anytime soon.”

Lukas Hagley can be contacted at hagley19@ marshall.edu.

The duchess —the patron of several charities that deal with the issue — spent the day working with Huffington Post staff and mental health campaigners from a temporary newsroom set up in her Kensington Palace home.

She wrote that she's heard "heartbreaking stories about lives that had been torn apart."

She called for change, writing

that "with mental health problems still being such a taboo, many adults are often too afraid to ask for help for the children in their care."

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama also wrote an article for the site, praising Kate for shining "a bright light on mental health, particularly children's mental health, and on the tens of millions of people who suffer in silence."

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Album Review: Kanye West's "The Life of Pablo"

By NICK MORTON

Three album title changes later, we have “The Life of Pablo.” After listening to it you realize one thing in particular. Kanye has successfully mixed all of the themes from discography into one album. Arguably the most moving track “Ultralight Beam,” opens the album with the help of Chance the Rapper. You get a taste of the old Kanye with the gospel choir and uplifting message.

You are also able to tell that this won’t be his most lyrically talented effort. In lieu of that, “TLOP” sets out to be the perfect mixture of production.

Track after track, the instrumentals become more talented. On the Rick Rubin assisted track “Father Stretch My Hands, Pt. 2”, Kanye recruits the latest member of G.O.O.D. Music, Desiigner, to add to the trap flare. Desiigner’s vocals from his underground hit “Panda” are featured and sync perfectly. The song goes so hard that it is nearly impossible not to dance to. Even though this song is clearly focused on the vibe, it manages to advance on the underlying story of ‘Ye trying not to be like his father. Kanye did not have the smoothest childhood, and he is here to tell you.

The album has its obvious moments. It’s obvious that “30 Hours” was recorded right before the album dropped and ‘Ye even tells us that it’s a bonus track.

“Facts” and “Freestyle 4” also landed as last minute add-ons.

This common move of Kanye’s is the result of sudden inspiration acting as an excuse for indecisiveness. While approaching the end of the album, the lyrically savvy “No Parties in L.A.” and funk loaded “Fade” are other PHOTO VIA COSMOPOLITAN.COM oddly placed tracks but are defiA partial version of "The Life of Pablo" is available on Tidal, but the full version cannot be downloaded at this time according to nitely favorites.

All in all, I don’t think anyone was Tidal. anticipating on this album to be a other arts, he started to lose it. This lead him to licity is good publicity.” He engaged in sporadic failure. It still is not quite at “My Beautiful Dark doing what he does best, pumping his emotions Twitter rants in regards to his career, haters and Twisted Fantasy’s” level, although it shares much into his music. “Yeezus” was a great album, but it Wiz Khalifa. Many claimed the Kanye and Khal- of its tone. I feel as if this album really can’t fall left many true fans upset with the new direction ifa beef to be more entertaining than the Meek under as a disappointment to long-term Kanye Yeezy has taken. “Yeezus” was a pissed-off trap Mill and Drake beef. This only helped Kanye. No fans. You get a taste of all the different types of album that left many wondering what he could matter how you look at it, this only made people rap he has to offer. This is the recipe that Yeezy hungrier for the upcoming album. Immediately should stick with. “The Life of Pablo” lands my possibly make next.

Things have really calmed down for Kanye. He following the conclusion all of the Twitter drama, highest score yet, a long-awaited 9/10. has developed much more of an acceptance in the Kanye sought out to establish peace and focus on Nick Morton can be contacted at morton45@ fashion world, he is less hostile and everything the release of “The Life of Pablo.” marshall.edu.

THE PARTHENON I don’t miss the old Kanye. I am always up for whatever new aesthetic he has to bring to the table. Throughout the duration of recording “Yeezus,” Kanye was having a tough time. He started dipping his foot deeper into the fashion industry, as well as film and art. After countless expressions of disapproval of him venturing out into

is going well for him. His new deal with Adidas has seemed to free him up, literally. West said he felt like a “slave” or victim to corporate greed while he was with Nike. It seems as if he is finally achieving what he has always set out for, being taken seriously.

The marketing and hype for “The Life of Pablo” was absolutely stellar. Most people would look at what happened under the light of “bad pub-

Culture Storm artists head to Black Sheep Sunday

By ELAYNA CONARD

escape than the winter storm many are used to.

Culture Storm is a unique market that local artist Zac White said he hopes will revitalize and establish Huntington as an artist-friendly scene. The Culture Storm aims to bring light to the positive talent of locals in the area.

Culture Storm was previously held in The Lantern. When the Culture Storm hits businesses with its fresh air and warmth of talent, it is a win-win situation for the

artists involved and the local business.

The Culture Storm attracts more crowds to businesses during its exhibits and proves to be a successful partnership.

This weekend’s culture storm at Black Sheep will feature t-shirts, crafts and tattoo prints. After Culture Storm, Black Sheep’s first floor will be open to dine with friends and experience Open Mic Night.

Elayna Conrad can be contacted at conrad3@marshall.edu.

Cory Hughes demonstrates fire breathing Nov. 6 during the Culture Storm event at The Lantern.

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THE PARTHENON The weather for the weekend looks to be promising but a storm is still in the air for Sunday’s forecast. This storm brings no precipitation but is full of entertainment.

A collection of about 10 local artists will be sharing their work at Black Sheep Burrito & Brews Sunday from 6-8 p.m. The “pop-up” setting on the second floor of Black Sheep will feel more like an

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Memorial Wiffleball Tournament to honor deceased Marshall softball player

By CARLI PLUTE

THE PARTHENON The Brothers of Alpha Sigma Phi are hosting a Memorial Wiffleball Tournament in memory of former Marshall University softball player Emileigh Cooper, who died Feb. 12 after sustaining injuries in a car accident.

Friday, Feb. 19, is the last day to sign up for the Wiffleball Tournament Anyone can sign up from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Memorial Student Center.

The event will take place Saturday Feb. 20 at Buskirk Field.

The first pitch will be at 2 p.m., so the teams must be there and ready beforehand.

Each team can have a maximum of five people and the cost is $10 a person.

“It will be a fun event,” Abbi Pritchard said. “It will give everyone a chance to come together to remember a great woman, all while doing something she loved.”

All the proceeds will go to the boosters of Jackson City Schools per the request of the family.

Carli Plute can be contacted at plute@live.marshall.edu.