TJ 10/2/2014

Winthrop University

October 2, 2014

Rock Hill, South Carolina

Matthew Lee / The Johnsonian

Led by the family of Abby Carroll, Winthrop students walked through the campus concourse in remembrance of Abby but also to raise awareness for suicide prevention.

Remembering Abby “She was a name that touched a lot of people.”

Photo Courtesy of Ali Jensen

“Those who knew Abby Carroll remember her as a light that was always on when you needed it.”

Students walk for suicide prevention awareness in honor of former classmate

By Michala Bishop Special to The Johnsonian Friends and family gathered slowly by the circle of chairs as the sun began to set. Silent greetings and soft hellos were whispered, while Donna Carroll passed out blue ribbons and welcomed each guest individually.

She grabbed her husband’s hand, took a deep breath and spoke.

“She inspired us all and she still inspires us,” Donna Carroll said.

The Abby Carroll Walk for Suicide Prevention took place on Sunday, Sept. 28 at Winthrop University.

Sponsored by the Department of Residence Life and the Honors Program, the walk began in the DiGiorgio Campus Center breezeway and ended in the Honors Center at The Courtyard at Winthrop.

“This was something Abby wanted me to do,” said Donna Carroll,

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Council of Student Leaders

Sophomore international student Georgina Hyett is a social work major from Bendigo, Victoria, Australia studying abroad at Winthrop for a semester.

Winthrop University’s Council of Student Leaders approved two new organizations that are exclusive to female members of the university’s community .

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NEWS • 3

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Abby Carroll’s family addressed a crowd of Winthrop students prior to the walk on Sunday.

mother of former Winthrop student Abby Carroll. “By doing this walk we want to raise awareness.”

During the walk, Donna Carroll held a sign with a picture of her daughter and the words “Her Love Lives On,” Abby Carroll, a junior biology major, took her life last October, shocking all who knew her.

Through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Donna Carroll came up with the idea of doing the walk to help raise awareness about suicide prevention on campus. Carroll got in touch with Dr. Kathy A. Lyon, director of the honors program, at the beginning of the 2014 fall semester with the idea.

“Donna emailed, asking if it could be done this quickly…it was actually quite easy to do,” Lyon said. Lyon said she hoped the walk would raise awareness campus-wide about suicide and how it can affect any student. “[Abby was] one of those people who seemed to have it all together,” said Lyon, who said Carroll’s death took her by surprise. “It was such a shock.”

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Volleyball Sweeps Spartans The Winthrop volleyball team wins eight straight games after sweep of the Spartans of USC Upstate.

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October 2, 2014

Winthrop fails to meet enrollment goal The vice president of access and enrollment management talks recruitment

By Crystal Thomison Shane Tschappat Jacob Wingard Specials to The Johnsonian Winthrop did not meet its goal of recruiting an additional 1,200 students, despite this the school remains optimistic about the future.

Vice president of access and enrollment management Eduardo Prieto said that Winthrop is looking at a variety of ways to meet their goal.

Prieto is currently seeking to draw more non-traditional students to Winthrop. “The best thing we can do is inform them and be flexible,” Prieto said. Winthrop is discussing the possibility of offering more online classes and staggering hours to better appeal to non-traditional students.

Staggered hours would expand office hours and classes to better suit the needs of students who have to work. “They’d be open from seven to seven or eight to eight, instead of eight to five,” Prieto said.

Winthrop also plans to focus on recruiting out-of-state and international students. “Winthrop’s primary purpose is to educate students from this great state, but it is important to expose students to a global world,” Prieto said. States in the Northeast are currently the focus of Winthrop’s recruitment efforts.

According to the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, Winthrop’s enrollment has been steadily decreasing. Numbers

peaked in 2003 with 6,553 students enrolled at Winthrop but have since dropped to 6,130 as of 2013.

Enrollment numbers for 2014 have yet to be released but should be released in October.

Even with these lower numbers some students are concerned that increasing enrollment at Winthrop would make things crowded.

“Bringing more students would force upperclassmen to move off campus to make room, whether or not they can afford it,” Ashley Wong, a sophomore biology major, said.

According to Prieto, Winthrop has been looking into the possibility of expanding the campus to meet their enrollment goals. Winthrop is discussing a partnership with Knowledge Park to expand student housing.

Currently Winthrop is at 95 percent occupancy with 2,0002,200 students living on campus.

Prieto explained that the focus on growth was a result of less aid coming from the state. “It all comes down to revenue,” Prieto said. In the past Winthrop used to receive 70 percent of its budget from state funds; now it receives less than 10 percent.

“We definitely need to have a healthier enrollment, but we also need a strong, healthy retention,” Prieto said. “We need to keep our students happy.”

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American Party candidate talks media, democracy

By Carolyn Rennix rennixc@mytjnow.com “If I changed my name to ‘other’ or ‘undecided’ I would be better represented in the polls,” American Party SC Senate candidate Jill Bossi stated to the nearly empty Winthrop classroom in Owens Hall, Sept. 30.

The Winthrop Young Americans student organization hosted an American Party founder Jim Rex and Bossi to present the ideas of the newly formed political party option.

The American Party was founded in 2013 by a group of Democrats and Republicans as an alternative to the traditional two-party system.

Rex helped found the American Party after witnessing the “unjust” government’s actions firsthand as a former South Carolina education superintendent.

Rex described how the American Party strives to offer better options for the American people.

“Our party supports transparency, accountability and a legislation chosen by the citizens,” he said.

Rex presented the audience with evidence from previous polls and surveys that show that the American people are unhappy with the today’s democracy.

“Nearly 90 percent of Americans don’t believe that congress is working, and 60 percent of them would vote out all of the U.S. congress, including their own representative,” he said.

Although citizens want a change in the government, Bossi described how she has experienced little media coverage and has struggled with getting her name on the ballot.

“What I have learned through this entire experience is that the deck is stacked against those not in the two political parties,” she said.

Bossi described how the American Party needs more

support from the media in order to give the American people more options during the upcoming elections.

“The main reason why citizens vote for the Republican and Democratic candidates is because they don’t know the Independent and American Party candidates.”

Bossi described how the current congressional system in the United States could be compared the unjust govern- Photo of Jill Bossi courtesy of International Association for Contract & Commercial Management website. ment in the motion picture “The Hunger ter.

Games.”

According to the Associated Bossi said she believes that Press, the American Party must with the help of U.S. citizens and have a legislator to put this bill the American Party, a positive into place. revolution can bring America to This initiative will require its former glory. voters to approve changing the Bossi continued to describe constitution after a two-thirds how the main character of the vote from the House of Reprefilm Katniss Everdeen, a young sentatives and the Senate agrees and nearly powerless female, overturned a corrupt government to put the proposal on the next by creating a positive impact with general election ballot, which is 2016 at the earliest. the common people.

Bossi closed the meeting with “This system will benefit your a statement of encouragement children and grandchildren, to for all Winthrop college students ensure that they have an Amerito vote for the candidate of their can government that is positive choice. and economically stable,” Bossi “Make sure you exercise your said. right and responsibility to vote. It Rex also mentioned a new baldoesn’t matter if you vote for me lot initiative that was announced last week to allow voters a chance or another candidate, as long as to recall politicians who break the you practice that right,” she said. law or demonstrate poor charac-

Carolyn Rennix | News Editor rennixc@mytjnow.com

Abby • from front All those who knew Abby remember what she meant not only to them but also to an entire community.

One of Carroll’s friends and former roommates, Ali Jensen remembers her as someone who you could always count on and believes that being able to advocate for Abby makes a difference.

“Abby was a light, and being able to advocate for her will make a positive difference in other peoples lives,” Jensen said. “This kind of thing has a huge impact on people and they should reach out if they feel any kind of sadness.”

Nora Webb, another former roommate and friend to Abby Carroll, said it felt good to have an event where others who knew Carroll could come together.

Webb said that she hoped students who participated in the walk or saw it would now know that support is always available.

Abby was the member of many organizations across campus and worked hard to do her part in bettering the Winthrop experience for others.

As an honors student, she helped with a lot of programing for the honors program. She also lived in the Courtyard apartments where she would get to know the residence life coordinator Emily Tobin, who said Abby was more than just a resident.

“She was a name that touched a lot of people, a very respectful person,” Tobin said.

Tobin wants students to know that there are places on campus to get help whether that be Grief Support, talking with their RLCs or going to the counseling center.

“It’s really important that students understand what resources are available to them on campus and knowing that they have people they can talk to,” Tobin said.

“I hope that this would help shape [students’] minds towards civic involvement,” said Mark Carroll, father of Abby, who stressed how simple the idea of a suicide prevention walk is.

“But what a difference it can make,” he said.

Jacob Wingard | Assistant News Editor wingardj@mytjnow.com

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October 2, 2014

Sorority auctions Winthrop males to raise philanthropy funds Delta Zeta hosts the third annual “Big Man on Campus” for The Painted Turtle Camp

A contestant performs acrobatics as his talent. Matt Lee/ The Johnsonain

By Michaela Dunbar dunbarm4@winthrop.edu Winthrop male students strutted their formal attire, diverse talents and wooed the crowd in Tillman Auditorium in order to raise funds for the children at The Painted Turtle Camp.

Delta Zeta Sorority hosted their third annual philanthropy event “Big Man on Campus” on Sept. 25. In anticipation of the male pageant, they sold tank tops and raised money through tabling.

The theme of the show was called “Baewatch.”

The MC of the night was head basketball coach Pat Kelsey.

The pageant opened up with 15 contestants in a dance number, and then transitioned into the casual wear and introductions. Contestants ranged from freshmen to seniors and represented multiple organizations.

Round two was the talent portion of the night, and contestants pulled out all the stops to impress the panel of judges.

Contestants participant in paint fundraiser. Matt Lee/ The Johnsonian

The show had quite a selection of talent from singing and painting to rapping and poetry recitation.

Sam Obando, a member of Pi Kappa Phi danced with Lindsey Hawkins to “Love is an Open Door” from the movie “Frozen,” which was a crowd favorite.

Contestant Lantz Weaver showed off his unique talent by playing quidditch on the stage.

Round three was the formal wear and interview section. Each contestant was escorted to the stage with a member of Delta Zeta and then Kelsey asked the interview questions.

Jamal Tate, a member of Pi Kappa Alpha, was asked to describe himself in three words, his response was, “Tall, dark and handsome.”

After the rounds they hosted an auction of the contestants who volunteered to do things such as wash cars, cook a meal or carry books for the highest bidder.

After the auction of the contestants, Coach Kelsey was auctioned off for $175.

Awards were as follows:

Featured Photo: “Pi a Chi”

Matt Lee/ The Johnsonian

Student ‘pies’ a sorority member during the “Pi a Chi” philanthropy event co-hosted by Chi Omega and Alpha Delta Pi sororities. The sororities raised nearly $200 to be donated to College Panhellenic Council’s (CPC) newest philanthropy “Circle of Sisterhood” for impoverished school girls.

Mr. Congeniality went to Will Lattman.

Mr. Philanthropic went to Eric Setzer who raised $79 from tabling.

Mr. Talent went to Ethan Snipes.

Best Dressed went to Sam Obando.

And finally, the title of Big Man On Campus 2014 was awarded to Derrick Henry.

“It’s always great raising money for charity, especially when you can make it fun for everyone!” contestant Greg Rodes said.

The money raised will go The Painted Turtle Camp, which helps chronically ill children and Starkey Hearing Foundation and Gallaudet University which benefits the speech and hearing impaired.

“I really enjoyed being a contestant for Delta Zeta’s Big Man on Campus. It was a couple of exciting days working with everyone involved,” said contestant Eric Setzer.

“On behalf of Delta Zeta, I would like to thank everyone who donated, participated and attended,” Delta Zeta member Kelsey Swatzyna said.

CSL approves two new organizations

By Jacob Wingard wingardj@mytjnow.com Zeta Phi Beta sorority and Pinkie Promise religious group were both approved by the Council of Student Leaders this week to become official Winthrop organizations.

The two organizations are both exclusive to women on campus, offering sisterhood and understanding for those who join.

Zeta Phi Beta is offering a sisterhood for women on campus while upholding the ideals of excellence, sisterhood and ‘finer womanhood’.

According to the Zeta Phi Beta website, a finer woman is a woman who adheres to the following: faithful to duty, the ideal of womanhood, noble in character, engaging in manner and responsible to trust.

Zeta Phi Beta is a long standing community, having originated at Howard University in January 1920.

Pinkie Promise was pitched to the council by Jade Butler, a social work major. According to Butler, the group is a national organization that encourages members to remain pure.

Pinkie Promise will offer support groups for women while holding weekly Bible studies and adhering to the principles of abstinence.

“The group would help people with their relationship with good and keeping themselves pure,” Butler said.

Pinkie Promise is already planning events and hoping to collaborate with other religious study groups on campus.

They are hoping to become an engaged part of the Winthrop community and to give back to the Rock Hill community at large.

Zeta Phi Beta has already begun planning events and is looking forward to collaborating with other fraternities and sororities in the near future.

Police Blotters: Damage of state property, disorderly conduct & noise violation 9/28/14 On the above date, at approximately 9:15 p.m., the reporting officer was dispatched to Richardson Hall in reference to a student being disorderly.

According to the report, when the officer stepped off of the elevator on the seventh floor, he could hear the subject yelling and throwing things in his room along with the sound of glass breaking. The officer then knocked on the door of the 20-yearold male suspect, who only opened the door slightly. The officer then pushed the door open and advised the subject to stand back.

According to the report, the officer observed broken glass throughout the dorm room. The officer detained the subject with handcuffs given that the subject was still in a combative state of mind. The subject then advised the officer that he punched his mirror, threw the remaining glass across the room and also broke a ceramic mug.

The reporting officer explained to the subject that he was being disorderly, violating the noise ordinance and damaged property belonging to the university, which could all result in arrest. The subject stated that he was venting his rage after someone

said something about one of his family members at the smoking bench outside of Wofford Hall. The officer filed an incident report and referred the subject to the Winthrop judicial affairs. No arrests were made.

Public disorderly conduct 9/27/14 On the above date, at about 4:00 a.m., the reporting officer was at Citgo gas station located on Cherry Road, when the officer observed a white female abruptly get out of her vehicle and enter the store, followed by a black male yelling at her.

According to the report, the officer entered the store and asked the couple to exit the store. The male continued to yell at the female during the officer’s attempt to separate the couple. The male did not follow the officer’s commands to walk away from the area.

At this time, the officer requested back up to help resolve the situation. The officers made many attempts over the next 20 minutes to allow them to get rides back to their hotel room to sleep things off; however, the male continued to cause a disturbance in the parking lot. At this time, the male was placed under arrest for public disorderly conduct and transported to Rock Hill City Jail.

Graphic by Olivia Keck

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October 2, 2014

Religion classes necessary for student growth

Brittany Rauch Staff Writer It’s no surprise that Winthrop, and colleges like Winthrop, change people. That is the role of college: to change people and mature young adults. Why else would anyone pay $25,000 a year or more to learn?

Yet, year after year, students resist the changes that have to be made. They don’t want to admit certain things — they don’t want to admit that they could be wrong.

According to Mark D. Regnerus and Jeremy E. Uecker, instructors of sociology at the University of Texas in Austin, and their article “How Corrosive Is College to Religious Faith and Practice?”, There is a deterioration of religious expression in the young adult age group.

Personally, I believe in Christianity about as much as I believe in Buddhism, Hinduism and the various other religions out there.

But I understand the need for the knowledge religion brings.

Currently, there are nine religion classes offered just this semester.

I resolved at a young age not to completely decide my own religion until I reached college and took a world religion or introduction to religion class.

While my parents had hoped that learning about religion would help me believe in it more, they were sorry to learn that it had the

opposite effect. It confused me — and it confuses a lot of students who are more devout, committed and dedicated to their religion.

I think it is a common belief that learning about religion in college destroys it. I could go on and on both about how true and how ridiculous that belief is.

Either way, ignoring the study of religion is like turning a blind eye to a child learning how to read and letting them pass through every grade without even understanding basic vowels.

How can someone say what they believe and mean if they don’t know any other way?

I recall Plato’s “Allegory of the Cave” in my HMXP class. I’m sure many students are learning that right now or at least remember it. The story of people watching shadows and believing that to be the real world — because it was all they had ever known — is a metaphor very much in tune with knowledge and learning: coming to the light.

Essentially, religion classes should be given more credit, and more students should take them.

Furthermore, there should be more religion classes offered.

I understand that Winthrop has a budget, but I urge students, teachers and parents not to ignore these classes. Don’t fear them or what they may do to you or your students.

Without the knowledge we have now, how would we have gotten to where we are?

Religion is still very much prevalent in the modern era. Why wouldn’t you want more chances to understand it, study it and learn from it?

All about ‘salvation’

Dear Editor: This letter is all about salvation.

No, not about that churchy kind; this one is about the money kind of salvation. Some stuff that most everyone ought to know and most everyone doesn’t.

For example, did you know that France beats out the USA more than 10:1 on the personal savings front? The French average 16 percent of the population participating in a conscientious savings program. Here in the good ol’ USA, try 4.4 percent.

In many places, this country included, there are folks who donate a full tithe, or 10 percent of their income to the place where they worship.

Those folks, for a great part, are also some of the folks who salt some money away out of every paycheck or dividend payment. A good percentage of them are also the folks who have little or no debt.

That is only one kind of debt and savings. There is also that “Hey, I owe you, bro” thing that some folks say without thinking. Sometimes it has to do with some favor that doesn’t involve money, like help with a homework problem, or explaining what Professor Meeler really meant when he was explaining the simple logic of Logic.

Sometimes it also means something about money.

In this country there appears to be a strong tendency to keep a mental ledger of debts and balances, as if a financial moment of help must always be returned in exact amount.

I am not speaking of something loaned as a true covenanted transaction. “I need $1,000 ‘til payday to save myself from going into the steel-bar motel.” That is a debt, and it involves a promise to repay that, in effect, is contractual.

There are other types of financial loans that are different.

You are going through the line at Popeye’s and come up a quarter short. The person in line behind you ponies up the coin, and you get your order. “Thanks, I owe you” is a normal response. In many cases the person who helped will say “Oh, never mind,” and that’s the end of it.

However, there is a better response than “never mind”: it amounts to “pass it on.”

Here’s a couple of examples.

Carol Burnett showed up on Broadway at age 26 as the lead in “Once Upon a Mattress.”

She wowed the audiences and the critics, and was soon a prime guest on a number of TV shows. This led to her 11 year run on TV with “The Carol Burnett Show,” and now, at age of 81, she is still active in TV and movies.

At age 24, however, she was a recent theatre graduate from the University of Southern California and nearly penniless. A person who insisted on remaining forever secret loaned her $1,000 so that she could follow her dream to the New York stage, and it was sufficient for her to travel there and to live for almost a year before agents ever noticed her.

Thanks to her success, five years later she repaid the $1,000 to her benefactor.

That is when the true magic began. People on the inside of the theatre scene know that Carol has since “repaid” the loan over and over by helping other struggling and aspiring actors and actresses get their start.

Her request for repayment has always been in the form of “when you get there, pass it along to someone else who needs it.”

I have been there too.

Back in ‘72, I was a lousy business man (I still am) trying to provide for my wife and two babies with my struggling portrait photography business. My Christmas orders were arriving C.O.D. from the lab, and I didn’t have the money to get them out so I could deliver them to my customers.

A friend I had in town, a chiropractor named Dr. Armstrong, asked me how much I needed, and I told him $1,200. He immediately loaned it to me.

About three months later, when I had yet to repay him any of the loan, he came to me and told me that he was moving to Australia.

He asked me if I could repay him. I told him I might be able to scrape $200 together right away, but I would have to send him the rest.

He responded with “Never mind, then, later in your life when things are going better, just use it to help someone else.”

Now, 44 years later, I can reflect that I have repaid “him” many times over, as Carol Burnett in her turn has done. What is more, I am now out of debt, living on a cash basis, and I have money in savings.

Saving money is an essential to saving your future, a sure source of a kind of “salvation” over which you have full control. Paying forward is another.

Dave Birley Rock Hill, SC

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Our Say Editoral Board Trey Stokes Chair Michael Owens Vice Chair Jacob Wingard Assistant News Editor

Jacob Hallex Director of Digital Information

Debra Crocker Science & Tech Editor

Lexi Lutsky Freshman Representative

Students should not hesitate to seek counseling “I think colleges should pay attention to the fact that many more students need mental health services than who actually access them. Some of the students most affected or most at risk for mental health conditions are the hardest to reach because they are secluded in their rooms.”

The quote above is from a NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) survey respondent, and it perfectly encapsulates the attitude that Winthrop should, and does, have regarding the mental health of its students.

College is a period of rapid change and growth for many students.

Hormones from puberty are waning, and the real world is slowly inching

Trey Stokes | Opinion Editor stokest@mytjnow.com

its way toward us. Parental and societal expectations to choose a certain major or career path can be paralyzing. Relationships with friends and significant others can be tumultuous. And, to be honest, if you haven’t figured out who you are yet, we promise that you aren’t alone.

All in all, it’s enough for even the “strongest” of students to get overwhelmed.

Thankfully, Winthrop offers free one-on-one counseling through the Department of Health and Counseling Services.

Several members of the editorial board would like to stress how much Counseling Services has personally helped them through very rough

times recently. When a problem — be it depression, anxiety or any other affliction — becomes too much for you to handle by yourself, counseling is there to assist you.

Appointments can be made in person (217 Crawford) or by phone (803-323-2206).

Furthermore, if you have been the victim of sexual assault, domestic violence or stalking, the Office of Victim’s Assistance can be reached at the same number as above.

Additionally, the local rape crisis center, Safe Passage, can be reached at 803-329-2800.

We urge students not to hesitate to use these valuable resources that Winthrop has set up. You will not regret that you did.

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October 2, 2014

Eagles start conference play beating Liberty 2-0

By Tanisha Terrell terrellt@mytjnow.com The Winthrop men’s soccer team opened up Big South Conference play with a 2-0 win over Liberty at Eagle Field on Saturday. The Eagles are now 7-2 and are on a four-game winning streak.

The Eagles didn’t score in the first half of the game but came out strong in the second when junior Magnus Thorsson headed the ball in off of a corner kick by senior Pol Sole in the 49th minute. Freshman Sam Schmidt scored the second goal for the Eagles, about three minutes later, off of another corner kick.

In senior Guilherme Avelar’s shutout game, he recorded five saves. The Eagles took 10 shots in the game against Liberty, with four from Sole and two from junior Jordan Stoddart.

Stoddart believes in not only improving himself but improving the team as well.

“My personal expectations this year are being near the top for goals scored, getting myself and teammates better, and being a leader,” Stoddart said.

The team will take on Longwood on Saturday at Eagle Field. Game time is scheduled for 6 p.m.

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Freshman Ashley Sloup has an all-star first collegiate tournament

By Tanisha Terrell terrellt@mytjnow.com The Winthrop women’s golf team finished 11th at the UNCG Forest Oaks Classic last weekend.

Winthrop shot 308 in the final round, finishing with a score of 926.

Freshman Ashley Sloup finished in a five-way tie for 16th place overall in the tournament.

She shot 76 in the first round, 72 in the second round and 78 in the third round.

Sloup is proud of her accomplishments thus far and credits her team for their successes.

“As a freshman, at my first collegiate tournament, I have gone beyond my expectations and goals. I am happy I tied 16th individually and was medalist for the golf team,” Sloup said. “We

have a strong team with a lot of potential. In the future tournaments, my goal is to contribute to our team’s success.”

Senior Jennifer Dilger tied for 37th place at 232 and senior Viivi Nuorti finished 40th at 233. Sophomore Louise Jeppesen finished in a tie for 61st place at 236, and senior Rachel Wyatt finished 90th at 254.

Sloup also admires her teammates and her coach.

“Coach Wendt is an awesome coach and supports all of the girls 100 percent.

The captains, Jenn and Rachel Photo courtesy of Ashley Sloup are very encouraging and excellent role models for me. Winthrop women’s golf team will soar to the top,” Sloup said.

The team will head to Iowa for the Diane Thomason Invitational Saturday, Oct. 4.

Volleyball wins in three sets

By Tanisha Terrell terrellt@mytjnow.com The volleyball team swept USC Upstate Tuesday night three sets to one. The Eagles are now 12-6 and on an eight win streak.

The Eagles battled in the first set against Upstate as Upstate stopped the momentum of the Eagles with a timeout. Upstate tied the set 16-16 but the Eagles went on a 9-1 run and won the set 25-17.

Winthrop dominated the final two sets. The team took the second set 25-11 and the third set 25-11.

The team had 49 kills while the Upstate had 17. Senior Alina Sopizhuk tallied ten kills, freshman Nikki Drost had nine kills and junior Rachel Lenz finished with 8 kills.

Lenz has expectations to be a great teammate and friend.

“I set very high expectations for myself as a player, teammate and friend. I hope to be an impactful player. This means helping in any way to lead my team to be successful every time we set foot on the court,” Lenz said. “I am

Get in the groove with group fitness

By Lexie deMoya Special to The Johnsonian The office of Recreational Services offers a wide variety of group fitness classes here at Winthrop University. Exercise classes that fit all fitness levels such as cardio sculpt, yoga, aqua tone, turbo kick, zumba, abs and much more.

Group fitness classes are free for students and West Center members, which allows the community at Winthrop and also the Rock Hill community to stay fit and healthy. All someone is required to do when wanting to go to a fitness class in the West Center is just show up to the right place and be on time.

Fitness classes allow anyone to exercise, even those who do not know the proper techniques can become more active. Many students believe more people should be involved, because exercise is extremely important. Anyone can fit in at a group fitness class and will not be judged based on their abilities.

“As an exercise science major, I feel that regular exercise is vital,” said junior exercise science major Christine Davenport. “Group fitness classes are one way to broaden my horizons and learn new workouts.”

Many attend these workout classes to get away from a regular workout they are used to, such as running the track or lifting weights. The classes give people the chance to try something new and different, while having fun at the same time with a group of people to make exercising more entertaining.

“They get more people involved in being active,” said sophomore sport management major Emily Almond. “You don’t feel like you are working out, because it is so much fun, and I always enjoy going to the different classes.”

Group fitness programs are a valuable resource for those who wish to pursue a healthy lifestyle.

Through participation in the group fitness classes, students and West Center members can gain benefits, including physical fitness, wellness, time management skills, and stress relief.

Those interested in participating in a group fitness classes at Winthrop can check the West Center or the office of Recreational Services web page for class descriptions and times.

working on being an encouraging and helpful teammate, and I want to be there for all of my teammates in anything they may need whether on or off the court.”

Sophomore Maria Volstad had 14 digs, Sopizhuk finished with 12 digs, and Drost helped in the win with ten digs. Senior Jessie Vicic tallied 21 assists while sophomore Kelly Scott finished with 15 assists. The team hit .327.

Scott believes her team will surpass expectations.

“Our team expects to win the conference. Our pre-season ranking is 5th, but we believe we have the talent and drive to get first and win the whole thing,” Scott said.

The game against USC Upstate was the team’s last non-conference game. The team will open up Big South play against Presbyterian on Friday night at 7 inside Winthrop Coliseum.

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Thrust yourself into the world of fencing

By Daniel James jamesd@mytjnow.com Are you a fan of movies featuring saber duels? Are you looking for a fun and effective way to maintain a healthy lifestyle? The Winthrop fencing club is just for you!

Fencing Club President Ferrell Holland said that fencing is a combat sport that has derived from European dueling styles. There are three different styles of fencing. Foil is a style in which the only valid attack area is the torso. The saber style is where the fencer aims above the waist. Winthrop’s fencing club focuses primarily on the third style, épée, which allows hits to the torso, arms and legs.

Combatants cross swords in an area known as the strip. In a match, the goal is to parry or ward off attacks from the opponent and thrust the sword toward the opponent, striking a valid area on the body.

The fencing club has three instructors: Josh Lindower, Steve Kamke and Michael Edgecomb. Edgecomb has been a part of the club since it was founded in 2002.

Holland said that each fencing member wears protective gear, including the signature facemask.

Members also wear a device called a plastron. This is protective gear for the member’s shoulder on the dominant arm. Holland said that the reason protection of this area is stressed is that it is the most likely place for the épée to strike.

Equipment is checked before each practice for any issues. This is especially true for the épées, because

over time, the épée may be bent into an S-shaped curve, which weakens the blade.

Fencing meets three times per week. the sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays focus on form and combat, while they focus on endurance on Wednesdays.

“If you want to get good at fencing, you get into a regular regiment. Sticking to it will push you farther along,” Holland said.

Holland said that fencing is a sport that not only encourages an active lifestyle and gives members an activity that they can feel passionate about, but it also builds character.

“It teaches you to be respectful, even to those you might not like,” Holland said. He said that it is customary to salute your opponent and thank them for the bout, despite any opinions that you may have of them.

Club dues for the fencing club are $30 per semester, which goes toward rental of equipment as well as United States Fencing Association membership, which renews each year. USFA membership allows club members to go to tournaments and compete.

The fencing club competes at several tournaments throughout the year including the Tiger Open at Clemson University and Divisional Qualifiers in the spring. The Winthrop Fencing Club also hosts a tournament on campus called WU Whomp, which is currently scheduled for late November.

There are several promotional ranks in fencing, just as many martial arts have belts. Ranks are

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achieved based on performance in tournament bouts and members can only participate in a bout that is open to their current rank.

Scoring in tournaments has recently been modernized. After a successful strike, a pressure sensor in the épée records the point automatically. Despite this, judges have not been eliminated from tournament bouts. They still keep score in case of an equipment malfunction, which is rare, and they serve as referees and facilitators.

In addition to regular practices and tournaments, the fencing club is planning to participate in fundraising events in order to have money for upkeep and replacement of

equipment as well as for hosting events. The fencing club is also planning community service projects this year.

“I am a strong proponent of civic engagement in all forms,” Holland said.

Club meeting times are Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 to 10:30.

Holland urges any student that is interested in fencing to contact them and watch a practice session to see what fencing is all about. The Fencing Club may be reached at wufencing@winthrop.edu.

“Besides the fact that fencing is fun, it will help lead healthy lives,” said Holland.

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October 2, 2014

The Seagull, a comedy and tradegy

Art galleries celebrating 50th Anniversary opens their doors

Director has high expectations for play

By Jami Hodgens Special to The Johnsoian “It’s a play drenched in longing…

There are some laughs… It’s poetic.

It’s sad. It’s moving,” said Dr. Laura Dougherty, director of The College of Visual and Performing Arts’ upcoming production of Anton Chekhov’s renowned play, “The Seagull.”

The play, which will be showing Oct. 8-12, provides an opportunity for students to earn a cultural event credit.

“The Seagull” is a comic-tragedy which features unique and flawed characters who spend their days yearning for things that are out of their reach.

The play emphasizes the fragility of daily interactions. While Chekhov originally defined it as a comedy, it is riddled with tragedy.

“The play is about longing… how much we long for people, for change, for fame, or for love,” Dougherty said.

Given the magnitude of its renown, “The Seagull” challenges the actors involved in the production. the cast has rehearsed for 25-30 hours per week over five weeks.

“Rehearsals have been intense, but in a good way,” said Zeke Jones, who will play the role of Semyon Semyonovich Medvedenko. “Even though the play has serious moments, it’s been a lot of fun.”

“It’s my job to make sure everybody is pushed past their own expectations,” Dougherty said.

She said that one of the greatest observations she’s made about her cast is that “the most experienced people learn from the least experienced people.”

While the audience can anticipate moments that will make them laugh, anyone attending the production is sure to become entranced by the characters and their situations and the correlation between the play and our daily lives. “[The audience] should think of how we interact with each other and how love plays into our daily interactions,” Jones said.

Despite the comic aspects of the play, there is a resounding message about the nature of life and the audience should “expect to be able to find moments of derision in the bleakest of circumstances,” Dougherty said.

“The Seagull” is sure to be an unforgettable production that makes the audience reflect on the importance of the matters addressed in the play.

“I always hope that there are moments that stick with people in the audience… moments that linger and haunt and make them think about why they matter,” Dougherty said.

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Staff Report Two art galleries, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the integration of Winthrop have been set up in Rutledge Monday.

Michaela Pilar Brown’s gallery is comprised of a series of narratives “that move between past, present and surreal projections of the future,” according to the artist explanation. Brown’s gallery features photography, sculpture and installation pieces.

The other art exhibit, “Question Bridge: Black Males” is a mulitmedia gallery with audio of black males speaking of their backgrounds and what it means to be a black male.

“This is a critical period in history for the African American community,” reads the artist description.

“The representation and depiction of black males in popular culture has long been governed by prevailing stereotyped attitudes about race and sexuality. Far too little is known about the range of internal values and dynamics of this group.”

An opening reception for both exhibits will take place Oct. 3 at the Rutledge/Patrick Gallery at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a spoken word performance by Q (Quentin Talley ‘03).

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September 25, 2014

Sudoku

Sept. 25 Crossword answers

Featured Photo: Open Mic Night

Down: 2. navy blue & white 3. Eaglelink 9. study abroad 12. Schrader 13. Roddey 14. Johnson 18. Black

Across: 1. integration 4. Gotham 5. Antananarivo 6. Columbia 7. Rock Hill 8. Netflix 10. dream 11. university 15. CleanBandit 16. The Tatler 17. Deas 18. Bigham 19. Gaga

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Sept. 25 Sudoku Answers

Winthrop University welcomed singer and song writer, Dustin Hatzenbuhler, as a special event host. Hatzenbuhler once performed on the popular NBC show “The Voice” with famous judges Adam Levine, Usher, Blake Shelton and Shakira.

According to the Winthrop website, Hatzenbuhler is influenced soulful roots of classic R&B, as well as modern music. He has taught himself piano, guitar and ukulele.

On Sept. 25, Hatzenbuhler hosted Open Mic Night at DiGiorgio Campus Center’s The Edge.

There, people were able to gather for the talents of Winthrop’s students, as well as Hatzenbuhler himself.

Hatzenbuhler’s fingers danced on the piano keys as he played songs from his new album to applause from the audience. Between Hatzenbuhler’s performances, students showed off their talent to the audience as well as through song, musical instruments, dance and spoken word.

Student comes to study from the land down under

By Frances Parrish parrishf@mytjnow.com Meet Georgina Hyett, a sophomore social work major, studying abroad at Winthrop for the fall semester.

She is from Bendigo, Victoria in Australia, which is two hours away from Melbourne.

“It’s classed as a country town, but it’s quite big as well,” she said.

It’s not tropical but has a milder temperature.

She currently studies social work at Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria.

She said that there are so many different things to do with social work, such as working with different age groups and different populations.

“I have my mind set on mental health, because that area is kinda new, compared to the medical model. I find the psychological [aspect] more appealing,” Hyett said.

She chose Winthrop, because the classes were compatible with the credits for a social work degree at Deakin.

“And I wanted to study in the

USA,” she said.

One of the biggest culture shocks was how friendly people are.

“On and off campus, they will just come up to you on the street, not even knowing you’re from Australia…but it’s good. I like it,” she said.

The other shock was living on campus. In Victoria, she did not live on campus at the university.

The food in the U.S. was also a big shock for Hyett when she arrived.

“My first five meals were Wendy’s, Taco Bell and other fast food chains,” she said.

In Australia, they have more farm fresh produce.

Her favorite home cooked meal is steak on the barbecue and a fresh garden salad at her mom’s house.

Her favorite college food is Maggi noodles or two-minute noodles, similar to Ramen noodles.

“They are cheap, easy and you can get them fat free,” she said with a laugh.

Her favorite part of Winthrop is the gym. Back home in Australia, Hyett has been playing basketball since she was five and finds it easier than netball, a sport similar to basketball.

However, she loves playing netball as well. In netball, the ball is not dribbled, and the net has no backboard. The court is also divided differently, with certain rules where players can stand.

She is the second youngest of five children with two brothers and two sisters.

Hyett came to America to experience a different culture and a different way of living.

“I wanted to learn about the different healthcare structure and the way government is run, which is different from Australia,” Hyett Hyett hails from Bendigo, Victoria, and studies said. at Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria.

She said she has adjusted to living in America well.

“I think the best part about it was orientation and meeting other international students,” Hyett said.

Hyett spoke of her favorite stereotypes of being Australian that people have said to her since coming to the U.S. “They think we have got deadly animals lurking in the shadows.

I have only seen one in my life,” “People think we can ride kangaroos, which is funny. They are kinda just pests,” and “People always say how much they love my accent,” Hyett said.

 ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS CALENDAR 

Oct. 2 G

Michaela Pilar Brown Rutledge Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

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Question Bridge: Black Males Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

Oct. 3

Casual Friday Dinkins Auditorium 3:30 p.m.; free

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Opening ReceptionWinthrop University Gallerie Rutledge Gallery 6:30 p.m.; free WU Swing Dancing West Center 206 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 4

Family Day- Rock n’ Roll Trivia Richardson Ballroom 8 p.m.

Oct. 5

Oct. 6 G

Michaela Pilar Brown Rutledge Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

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Question Bridge: Black Males Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

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Make a new friend.

Oct. 7 G

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Oct. 8

Michaela Pilar Brown Rutledge Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

Question Bridge: Black Males Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery 9 a.m. ; free Question Bridge: Black Males Blueprint Roundtable Dina’s Place 7 p.m.

Guest Artist Series: Deborah Popham, soprano Barnes Recital Hall 7:30 p.m.; free

Shored up Documentary Screening Dina’s Place 8 p.m.; free The Seagull Johnson Theatre 8 p.m.; $8 w/ID, $15 w/o ID

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Michaela Pilar Brown Rutledge Gallery 9 a.m. ; free

G

Question Bridge: Black Males Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery 9 a.m. ; free 50th Traveling Exhibit DiGiorgio Center Lobby 11 a.m. ; free

For Fun

Cultural Event

F

Film

G

Galleries

D

Dance

T

Theatre

M

Music

Due to sizing restrictions, this calendar may not represent all events on campus. More detailed calendar coming soon at mytjnow.com

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October 2, 2014

Professor Cordis: her real world experience and extensive research

By Ramazan Heyni heynir@mytjnow.com Adriana S. Cordis, assistant professor of accounting at Winthrop University from Cluj-Napoca, a large city in the heart of Transylvania, Romania, came to Winthrop in fall 2013. Over this period of time, her experience has been exceptionally great on campus and the community around.

Cordis has found the people in the area very welcoming, and she enjoys interacting with the students and faculty inside and outside of the classroom.

“I especially love the beginning of a new academic year. The campus is so vibrant and engaged,” Cordis said.

Cordis’s teaching expertise areas include managerial and cost accounting, and her research focus areas are on capital-market and transfer-pricing issues. She also has a lot of interests in corruption studies from a public perspective.

Before Cordis joined Winthrop, her first job after earning her doctorate degree at Clemson University in 2008 was with Ernst & Young in New York City, where she worked as a transfer pricing consultant.

“My real-world experience with Ernst & Young has proven to be very helpful in the classroom,” Cordis said. She also held a faculty appointment at the University of South Carolina Upstate.

Cordis said that for students to compete in today’s fast-paced market place, they need to enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills, and they need to adapt to new and different environments quickly and necessarily.

“Employers place a premium on interpersonal skills, such as the ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.

Many jobs now require advanced degrees, and those who are unwilling to spend time learning new job-related skills will quickly be outpaced by the competition,” Cordis said.

Most of Cordis’s research focus has been on the adverse effects of public corruption. One of her newest publications, co-authored with a colleague from Clemson and published in the “Journal of Public Economics,” deals with the effects of Freedom of Information Act(FOIA) laws on public corruption “We show that strengthening Freedom of Information laws leads to an increase in corruption

conviction rates in the short-run, because stronger FOI laws increase the probability that corrupt acts come to light; however, corruption conviction rates decline from this new elevated level in the long run,” Cordis said.

She has previously done a good deal of work on capital market issues titled, “Accounting Ratios and the Cross Section of Expected Stock Returns.”Also, she is currently working on several other projects on transfer pricing and corporate fraud.

In her research, she started by displaying that “under cleansurplus accounting, the log return on a stock can be decomposed into a linear function of the contemporaneous log return on equity, the contemporaneous log dividend-price ratio and both the contemporaneous and lagged values of the log book-to-market equity ratio.”

Then she studied the outcomes of the stock returns. The results show that an investor could take advantage of the information given by the values of the log accounting ratios to form more effective portfolio strategies.

Her other current projects are focused on the development of a

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taxonomy of the corporate fraud convictions in the U.S. After the Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002, followed by a chain of high profile corporate scandals, ethical and legal issues of the corporate fraud increased.

“I examine the geographical distribution of corporate fraud cases in the United States and analyze the lead charges brought by prosecutors in order to determine the most common types of corporate fraud observed across states,” Cordis said.

Do’s and don’ts when doing online shopping AKP and CCE host a resume building workshop

By Kyle Dawson dawsonk@mytjnow.com With anall-time high in online shopping, there has been an increased emphasis on web safety, particularly in regards to personal bank information.

The internet is a sketchy place, with hackers and criminals keeping their eyes peeled for naïve web users to get caught in their webs. Online companies are up-

grading their security systems in response to recent thefts, but like a deadly virus, hackers keep adapting.

Though there’s never really a 100 percent guarantee of your information’s safety, there are a few general guidelines to follow to reduce your information’s chances of having your information First, check the website’s URL. Most pages’ addresses start with “http://” but those pages that are encrypted begin with “https://” instead. The extra ‘s’ shows that the website’s server scrambles the information that you input, making it much harder for hackers to steal it.

That being said, just because the address begins with “https://” doesn’t guarantee that the transaction is 100 percent safe. It does, however, give you an extra

layer of confidence when buying online.

Second, if you have the option of ordering items online with either a debit or credit card, always choose credit.

Most credit cards come with better protection against fraud and your liability’s cut off at $50. If a debit card is used depending on how long after the theft it’s reported, you could be stuck paying the entire amount that was stolen.

Your debit card already has money on it (the money in your bank account), so the thief doesn’t need permission to use the money that’s already there.

Your credit card works basically by taking a loan out to pay for things.

Since there’s no physical currency behind the card.

If it’s stolen and used, the credit card company can just Reagan Martin/ The Johnsonian cancel the transaction.

Lastly, use your common sense. Create a strong password that’s not easy to guess ,12345 is not a strong password. Use different passwords for different accounts, so that if one account is compromised the rest of them aren’t.

Don’t shop online in public places where your information can be stored even after you’re done using the computer. Never give out your social security on any online platform that isn’t sponsored by the government. Keep your anti-virus software up-to-date. If you’re one of those people who forget to update, nearly every company that offers anti-virus software has an option to automatically update the product.

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By Jami Hodgins Special to The Johnsonian Alpha Kappa Psi and the Center for Career and Civic Engagement (CCE) hosted a resume workshop Sept. 24.

During the workshop, CCE intern Ashley Ravenell shared helpful information regarding how to build successful resumes and how to present themselves professionally during job interviews with students.

“Your resume is supposed to be a living, breathing entity… resumes are personalized,” Ravenell said.

Ravenell addressed the tendency for many underclassmen to feel as if they “lack the necessary experience” to build a resume that makes them serious contenders for job positions.

She explained that students often have more relevant experience than they are aware of, especially if they are actively engaged in on-campus organizations and activities.

While she warned against exaggerating skills and achievements, Ravenell encouraged students by telling them to display what they have achieved. “Showcase your accomplishments,” Ravenell said. “This is why we encourage you to get involved on campus.”

Students who attended the workshop also learned how to prepare for, dress

for and conduct themselves during job interviews, as well as common mistakes to avoid.

Several students volunteered to participate in an activity which challenged them to introduce themselves, as they would in an interview, in only 60 seconds.

Ravenell pointed out strengths in each introduction and improvements that could have been made. For example, she addressed several factors that applicants do not always consider regarding interviews, such as the benefits of familiarizing themselves with the employer’s background, the location of the interview in advance and following up on the interview by thanking the interviewer for his or her time.

The workshop concluded with the opportunity for students to have their questions answered and their resumes reviewed by Ravenell.

DeAntre Campbell, Alpha Kappa Psi’s vice president of performance, said that the goal of the workshop was “to let the student body know about the resources available to them… that’s what they pay tuition for.”

Students are advised to stop by the office of CCE or contact CCE staff to make an appointment if they need help with their resumes.

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October 2, 2014

Breast cancer symptoms and onset prevention

What the professionals say about breast cancer symptoms, how to prevent it and its risk factors

By Deborah Crocker crockerd@mytjnow.com Breast cancer is one of the most widely recognized diseases, affecting several women worldwide. National Breast Cancer Awareness month continues to educate women about the disease, encouraging them to watch for symptoms and to examine their options if the need for drastic action arises.

According to the American Cancer Society, the cancer manifests as a malignant tumor that develops from cells within the breast. It is caused by a genetic abnormality, although only a small percentage of breast cancers are inherited from parents.

Most cases of breast cancer are a result of the aging process, affecting women 45-55 years of age or older.

Men are also at risk for the disease, but breast cancer is 100 times more common among women than men.

can be felt. Like most diseases, the earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the chances the victim will respond to the treatment.

Symptoms of breast cancer, according to the American Cancer Society include: • Swelling of all or part of a breast; • Skin irritation or dimpling; • Breast or nipple pain; • Nipple retraction (turning inward); • Redness, scaliness or thickening of the nipple or breast skin; • Nipple discharge that is not breast milk.

The most common symptom of possible breast cancer is a lump or Graphic by openclipart.org a mass. Hard, painless lumps with irregular edges is more likely to be mammogram and physical exam for cancerous, but breast cancers can be soft, rounded and perhaps even women over the age of 44. Women of all ages should see a doctor if they painful. The cancer can also spread to lymph nodes under the arm or notice any abnormal changes in size around the collar bone, causing or appearance, especially if lumps The American Cancer Society suggests a monthly breast selfexam, and recommends a yearly

lumps before the tumor in the breast tissue is large enough to be detected by touch.

Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare and more aggressive form of the disease, begins with a feeling of heaviness or thickness in the breast. The cancer grows in the form of layers of tissue, and symptoms can worsen within days or even hours. The American Cancer Society encourages women with this type of breast cancer to go through chemotherapy, radiation treatment and surgery to increase their chances of survival. Women who do not go through all three treatments have much lower survival rates.

Prevention of breast cancer relies almost completely on daily selfchecks and keeping in touch with a doctor. It is not easily treated, but catching it early lessens the amount of time spent in treatment and guarantees a better chance of survival.

History of the Week October 2, 1963

On this day in 1963, Hurricane Flora crashes into Haiti, killing thousands of people. This huge storm, which also killed large numbers of people in Cuba and wreaked havoc elsewhere in the Caribbean, was one of the most deadly hurricanes in history. At least 1,000 people were thought to have died in Cuba and an estimated 175,000 were left homeless by Flora, though the government was not forthcoming with detailed information.

Tech Tip of the Week If you’ve just bought a brand new computer, take a look at what’s already installed before you start adding more programs. Uninstall what you know you don’t need, and look up the names of programs you don’t recognize to determine whether or not it’s safe to remove them. Storebought computers almost always come with bloatware, which can slow down your computer or fill up your hard drive.

Ello, the ‘anti-Facebook’ platform

New social media platform nukes ads and values user privacy

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How to effectively disconnect and relax Ways to de-stress yourself while continuing to work efficiently

By Deborah Crocker crockerd@mytjnow.com It’s unrealistic to push yourself further than your body can go, and it’s even more unhealthy to try to push yourself past that point. There is nothing wrong with taking a personal day for yourself to unwind and relieve stress. You’ll find it much easier to get things done when your mind and body aren’t struggling to function.

1. Take naps. The National Sleep Foundation recommends 20-30 minute naps for short-term alertness, which is best for studying and working. While you should be getting 7-8 hours of sleep every night, a power nap in between study or work sessions can keep you working more efficiently.

2. Don’t drink heavily on school nights. A glass of wine or a small amount of any other alcoholic beverage is fine, but avoid getting drunk. Save drinking for the weekends or for breaks, and try not to go shopping for alcohol on school days either to avoid temptation.

3. Avoid social media. Don’t go on Facebook, Twitter, Reddit or Tumblr for awhile.

You don’t need to disappear completely, but you may want to cut back on how much you post or devote time to browsing.

4. Relax. Write up your study guide while watching Netflix.

Take a break in between

work or study sessions to do something you enjoy, but don’t make it an overly long break. Slow your life down– even the best jobs in the world require a detox session every once in awhile.

5. Don’t procrastinate.

Procrastinating only tricks your brain into delaying the urgency of an assignment or a work related project. The longer you put something off, the more you’ll find ways to justify putting it off again.

6. Use motivational strategies. Making todo lists can help, as well as personal rewards. Tell yourself that you’ll reward yourself with a new game at the end of the week if you get all of your work done ahead of time, or work towards finishing by a certain time so you can go to your favorite restaurant before it closes.

7. Remove toxic people from your life. If people become too much for you to bear, distance yourself from them. Ending friendships may hurt, but dealing with friendships based on manipulation and emotional drain can hurt much worse.

Work on finding ways out of those situations, and you’ll find your health may drastically improve.

Your health comes first above everything, and remembering that you’re a human with needs and not a tireless robot can make a difference in how you live your life.

Facebook may soon be facing a new competitor in the world of social media.

Ello, a social network advertised as “the antiFacebook” opened to the public in its beta stage Aug. 7. The site gives users an ad-free experience and a clean, minimalist interface.

The site is currently invitation only, but invitations can be requested from the site or sent from friends who already have an account.

Ello began as a private social network for friends to communicate and share artwork.

The founders decided to open the network after thousands of others requested entry, which helped the site gain its popularity.

Unlike Facebook, Ello does not require its users to enter their personal information to gain access to the site. Profile pictures, phone numbers and names are optional, and Ello does not ask users to disclose their gender identity or sexual preferences. It strives to be the exact opposite of Facebook, with an emphasis on the safety of its users as well as their personal privacy.

Paul Budnitz, co-founder of Ello, dislikes the practice.

"We're not geo-locating, we're stripping IP addresses, we don't ask your name, your gender or sexual orientation. All I care about is that you obey the rules of Ello," he said.

Recently, Facebook faced a significant amount of backlash over the decision to suspend the accounts of people who did not use their real name on their Facebook profile,

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demanding that people use the same name that they would find on their driver’s license, student ID or other personal documents, according to Facebook’s policy. This included entertainers, transgender individuals and people who use a different variation of their full name on social media networks as a means of safety.

"We require everyone to provide their real names, so you always know who you're connecting with. This helps keep our community safe," said Facebook’s name and birthday policy.

As of Sept. 26, Ello’s numbers have skyrocketed, with invitation requests and approvals totaling 40,000 per hour. Although Facebook remains the current leader in social media, its unwillingness to change its naming policies has caused many to leave the site for their own safety, identity and freedom of speech.

"The more they know about you, the more money they make," Budnitz said. "I, quite frankly, don't care."

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October 2, 2014

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