The Lumberjack -- April 14, 2022

Northern Arizona University’s student voice since 1914 Vol. 113 Issue 12 | April 14, 2022 — April 20, 2022

NAMA hosts 2022 spring fashion show Campus-wide salary

increases announced

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JOSHUA OSTBY

he Office of the President announced in a press release a university-wide financial outlook plan for the Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023). The plan indicates a shift in financial operations for the university as well as amendments to current financial programs.

“Based on current early projections, when the legislative budget process is closed, new tuition and fee rates approved, inflation increases are factored in, and census data for fall 2023 enrollment is certified, we expect the increase in new financial resources available for university operations could just be approximately $5 million more than it was this current year,” President José Luis Cruz Rivera said.

Lindsay Charvet poses at the end of the runway at the NAMA “Elements at Play” spring fashion show in the du Bois Center Ballroom, April 8. Megan Ford-Fyffe | The Lumberjack

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OPINION

See SALARY page 4

Movie theaters are obsolete been hesitant to return to theaters for many good reasons — especially as streaming services continue to MARIA RODRIGUEZ exceed consumer expectations. ovie theaters have become more nostalgic In 2021 alone, analytics firm Gallup reported 61% than beneficial. of Americans did not attend the theaters regardless People might miss the packed theaters of popular releases such as “Encanto,” “Shang-Chi and feelings of excitement that one may have inside and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” “Eternals” and the dark buildings with reclinable seats, but sadly “Dune.” that reality has changed over the past few years. In It’s safer to stream instead of going in person, actuality, movie theaters offer disappointment ranging and all it takes is a few weeks of waiting to view the from limited options to prices. newest release on platforms that most people pay When it comes to experiencing movies in person, subscriptions for, regardless of how often they attend these days nothing is guaranteed. movie theaters.

Since the start of the pandemic, people have still However, in that same report, Gallup research

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consultant Megan Brenan stated the drop in moviegoers is for more reasons than the fear of catching COVID-19.

“Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, the movie industry was dealing with lower demand for in-theater viewing brought on by more at-home options,” Brenan wrote.

The lack of people in movie theaters is understandable; the movie theater industry is obsolete and irrelevant compared to rival streaming platforms like Apple TV and HBO Max. See STREAMING page 9

The spirit of cinema never dies

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JESSIE MCCANN

rowing up, going to the local movie theater was my favorite pastime. It was an almost sacred rite of passage to go to the movies in my family — ­ one of the few family outings where I truly enjoyed myself.

Moreover, it was one of the pastimes I missed the most during the pandemic. The feeling you get after seeing a good movie — walking out of the theater as if your life was forever altered — was one I had taken for granted.

NEWS

See CHIPOTLE page 6

Although streaming movies may be convenient, nothing beats the experience of watching a movie in the cinema. Kids nowadays should get to experience it all the same.

For however long the movie might be, you have the ability to take yourself out of reality. Who wouldn’t want that? Everyone desires escapism in some form or another, and the movie theater provides the ultimate way to achieve that.

The movies have a way of making everything in life that seems so important and all-encompassing slowly fade into the background.

The newest technology of IMAX theaters and

FEATURES

See PAPER CRANES page 14

built-in surround sound allows viewers to feel as though they are literally in the movie. More theaters across the United States are adopting a comfortable, home-like style as well, with luxury recliners and seat warmer options.

Whether it’s a book adaptation or a superhero classic, you get to be surrounded by people who are just as excited as you are to see it. The collective energy of the audience while seeing a premiere is palpable, and one that cannot be achieved through streaming a movie at home alone.

CULTURE

See HOMETOWN page 18

See CINEMA page 9

SPORTS

See FOOTBALL page 20

FROM THE EDITOR

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ince last August, when I began my first full semester as Sports Editor, I have been blessed with the opportunity to experience some great sporting events as a media member. What started with me applying for a job I, in all honesty, had no business being considered for, has turned into the most fulfilling year of my life.

The first event I had the privilege to cover outside of Flagstaff was this football game in Tucson — you know … that game. Sitting in the press box overseeing the field is a memory I will never forget. It gave me all the confirmation I needed that this is exactly what I want to do with my life. I want to cover sports. I want to be around sports. I want to do something notable in the sports industry. Witnessing and covering history on Sept. 18, 2021 when NAU did the unthinkable by beating UArizona, gave me all the verification I needed to know that there is nothing else I’d rather do.

From Arizona Stadium to NASCAR Championship Weekend to the Jerry Colangelo Classic to the Busch Clash at the Los Angeles Coliseum to the Big Sky basketball tournament and more, I have covered sporting events that I could only dream of attending as a kid, let alone as a media member.

BRENDEN I got to be in media rooms and press conferences where I was given the same respect as those who had done this for MARTIN a living. I got to ask questions of athletes like Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, Joey Logano and other NASCAR drivers. I talked to coaches like Todd Golden and Danny Sprinkle. I did those things, and I want to do it all more.

SPORTS EDITOR However, it is time for greener pastures. I am here to tell you that I will not be returning as the Sports Editor for The Lumberjack. It is a decision I did not make lightly. I was pulling my hair out trying to decide, but I think this is the best decision for my career. While not editing, I intend to continue writing here, sharing sports stories that are dying to be shared. I have full faith that my successors will share that same sentiment.

What’s next for me? We’ll see. I have opportunities lined up that I’d like to think my time and effort here have given me. For that, I must say the biggest thank you I have ever given. Thank you to all the people who have been a part of the beginning of my sports media journey, you know who you are.

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EXECUTIVE BOARD

EDITORIAL STAFF

VISUALS

MacKenzie Brower, Editor-in-Chief Camille Sipple, Managing Editor Emily Gerdes, Director of Digital Content and Social Media Kylie Soto, Copy Editor Lauren Gomez, Director of Print Design Lydia Nelson, Director of Marketing

Mark Fabery, News Editor Daisy Johnston, Assistant News Editor Josh Ostby, Online News Editor William Combs III, Senior Reporter Marley Green, Op-Ed Editor Jessie McCann, Assistant Op-Ed Editor Hannah Elsmore, Features Editor John Chaffeur, Assistant Features Editor Katelyn Rodriguez, Culture Editor Haylee Sorensen, Assistant Culture Editor Brenden Martin, Sports Editor Will Hopkins, Assistant Sports Editor Lian Mueno, Assistant Director of Print Design

Brian Burke, Director of Photography Megan Ford-Fyffe, Assistant Director of Photography Jonah Graham, Senior Photographer Madison Easton, Senior Photographer Shawn Patti, Director of Multimedia Brittani Poeppel, Director of Illustration

FACULTY ADVISERS David Harpster, Faculty Adviser Rory Faust, Sports Adviser

CORRECTIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS

In Volume 113, Issue 11 of The Lumberjack, a story titled “Noel Miller delivers comedy to Flagstaff on April Fools’ Day” published with a misspelled name. Trenton Lundin is the correct spelling.

In Volume 113, Issue 11 of The Lumberjack, a story titled “Patrons and staff call for a Firecreek boycott” published with Jade Price’s incorrect positional title and a reference to a rat infestation. Jade Price is not a lead barista and the rodent infestation did not consist of rats.

The Lumberjack is committed to factual correctness and accuracy. If you find an error in our publication, please email MacKenzie Brower at msb389@nau.edu.

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EVENTS CALENDAR APRIL Sunday

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Spring Has Sprung NAU Global Cabaret Virtual Art Exhibit @ Hozhoni Art Gallery

10 Moonshine Bandits on Bucked Up tour @ The Museum Club

17 Theatrikos “Steel Magnolias”

11 OhGeesy World Tour @ Orpheum Theater

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NAU School of Art Faculty Exhibition @ NAU Art Museums

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19 CAL/SBS Film Series: “Into the Wild”

Built to Spill @ Orpheum Theater

25 Spring Has Sprung Virtual Art Exhibit @ Hozhoni Art Gallery

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Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival @ Orpheum Theater

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NAU Jazz Combos Concert @ Kitt Recital Hall

Prochnow Movie Night: “The 355”

Prochnow Movie Night: “A Journal for Jordan”

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“Our Town” @ Clifford E. White Theater

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Big Sky Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championship begins

Anger Management Comedy Show @ Orpheum Theater

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Big Sky Women’s Between Two Edges: Golf Championship Intersecting Cultural ends Identities Art Exhibit Display

27 AXE Out Stress @ Union Pedway

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Between Two Edges: NAU Undergraduate Intersecting Cultural Expo Identities Art Exhibit Display

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NAU Undergraduate Expo 24

Sarah Shook and the Disarmers concert @ Orpheum Theater

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NAU School of Art Faculty Exhibition @ NAU Art Museums

Big Sky Women’s Golf Championship begins

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Saturday

NAU 2022 Film Festival @ Orpheum Theater

The Zookeepers Live @ The Museum Club

16 ZoSo: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience @ Orpheum Theater 23 NAU Undergraduate Expo

30 Big Sky Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championship ends

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NEWS COMPILED BY MARK FABERY April 4 At 8:49 a.m., Student-Athlete and High Performance Center staff March 7 a welfare check on a student. requested At 8:56 a.m., a studentand requested NAUPD responded the student assistance outside McKay Village after was found in good health. falling on ice. NAUPD, Flagstaff Fire Department Guardian At 10:48 (FFD) a.m., and NAUPD received Medical Transport (GMT) responded. a warrant for a non-student who The wasintransported Flagwas student detained Coconino toCounty staff Medical Center(CCDF).

(FMC). NAUPD Detention Facility responded and booked the non-student At p.m., a RA reported a “Mcon 12:54 the new warrant.

Connell Hall” sign had been taken.

NAUPD responded later deAt 3:54 p.m., and a South Village termined the sign had already been Apartments resident reported a vehicle found. blocking the roadway. NAUPD

March 10 At 6:16 p.m.,p.m., a student reported three At 8:33 a McConnell Hall vehicles stuck in the snow near the RA reported damage to an exit sign.

Skydome Fields.

NAUPD Practice responded and NAUPD one student responded and assistance was providwas criminally deferred for criminal ed.

Facility Services was contacted to damage. plow the roads and put cinders on the hill.At 11:15 p.m., a Tinsley Hall RA

reported a person with an outstanding At 10:53 p.m., an Allen HallbeRAin the trespass warning might reported damagedresponded ceiling tile. building. aNAUPD but was NAUPD responded and took a report. unable to locate the subject.

March 11 At 11:50 p.m., NAUPD reported At 8:29 p.m., a Drury lying Inn &inSuites checking on a student the grass staff member reported a male outside of Sechrist Hall. The student non-student clothing.

Offiwas in goodasking healthfor and returned to The sun rises over NAU’s mountain campus on a cold and quiet Saturday morncers and no criminal activ- ing, Feb. 19. Octavia Freeland | The Lumberjack theirresponded dorm. ity was witnessed. responded but no contact was made.

SALARY continued from page 1 March 7 April 8 At 8:56 a.m., a student requested March 12 At 10:00 p.m., a student reported a At 2:06 a.m., NAUPD reported Of note in the press release were the changes in compensation for faculty and assistance outside McKay Village after At 12:04 a.m., a faculty member reStudent Code of Conduct violation at contacting a burglary suspect at The student workers. On May 20, a one-time payment equivalent to 3% of the current falling on ice.

NAUPD, Flagstaff Fire quested checkride on awas previous Pine Ridge Village.

NAUPD responded Suites. Aa welfare public assist given base salary will be issued to all eligible faculty and staff. This means some faculty will Department (FFD) and Guardian student.

NAUPD was unable to conand two students were referred for to an off-campus residence. Stolen be getting a pay increase at the end of the year.

Medical the subject and theand requesting violatingTransport the Student(GMT) Code ofresponded.

Conduct. tact property was recovered returned to Effective July 1, a new salary schedule for instructors, lecturers and faculty will be The student was transported to Flagparty was notified. the owner. put into place. This will result in increased salaries for FY23 that adjust to updated staff Medical Center (FMC).

April 5 benchmark levels.

March 13 At 8:04 a.m., a W.A. Franke College At 7:59 p.m., an employee reported Campus minimum wage for student-workers will also increase by 19% from a At 12:54 p.m., a RA reported a “McAt 11:11 a.m., NAUPD reported of Business employee reported damage a non-student bothering patrons at $12.15 per hour rate to a $14.50 per hour rate. The estimated financial impact of Connell Hall” sign hadAides beenresponded taken. observing vehicleNAUPD violationresponded, off camto a door.

University University aUnion. these initiatives will be close to $12.6 million.

NAUPD responded and later depus.

A citation was issued for driving and took a report. but was unable to locate the non“I know some of you may be wondering how we can implement the above termined the sign had already been without a valid license, no valid regstudent. changes in compensation given that, per our financial outlook, the estimated total found. istration and proof of insurance.

The At 7:04 p.m., a student reported a commitment in one-time payment and annual salary increases exceeds the expected vehicle was towed for a mandatory non-injury traffic accident in lot 53.

At 10:52 p.m., a Wilson Hall increase in financial resources available for FY23,” Cruz Rivera stated in the release.

At 10:27 p.m., a subject reported a 20-day NAUPD responded and took a report. residentimpound. reported hearing people “The one-time investment in our faculty and staff is made possible by projected Reilly Hall resident making suicidal screaming outside. NAUPD responded savings and unanticipated one-time revenue recognized during the current fiscal statements.

NAUPD responded, loMarch At 7:20 p.m., a Tinsley Hall RA and no 14 criminal activity was witnessed. year. This one-time payment will allow us the time we need to better understand cated the student in good health and At 6:58 p.m., a student reported a susreported three broken exit signs. the revenues that will be available for FY23 before developing a multi-year plan for provided the student with a public picious person in the area of lot 3C. NAUPD responded and took a report.

April 9 faculty and staff salary increases that can be implemented in spring 2023.” assist ride to The Guidance Center.

NAUPD responded but no contact At 12:23 p.m, a Flagstaff Medical To affirm these goals can be met, a University Budget Advisory Board will convene was made.

April 6 Center employee reported a late assault for its first meeting next week to “consider our constraints and opportunities in March 8 At 7:50 a.m., NAUPD received a on a student. NAUPD responded and setting budgetary priorities and identify fiscally responsible strategies to meet these At 6:03 p.m., call NAUPD mulMarch 15 911 hang-up at the received John D. Haeger took a report.

One student was booked priorities, advance our mission, and enhance the financial sustainability of our tiple fire alarm notifications coming At 4:26 p.m., a member Health and Learning Center. NAUPD into CCDF for staff two counts of reportdomestic university,” Cruz Rivera said. from Mountain View Hall.

NAUPD ed graffiti on a blue light phone responded, the area was searched and violence, aggravated assault andnear one The board will also prioritize developing a three-year plan that will lead to a and FFD responded, the area was Knoles and McConnell DrivesAt 4:44 no criminal activity was witnessed. count misdemeanor domestic violence minimum 10% increase to faculty and staff salaries. searched and determined the alarm criminal damage. The case remains Moreover, next week Cruz Rivera will announce the members of a 30-Day Travel wasAt caused by a mechanical failure 5:32 p.m., a subject reported open pending an investigation.

Optimization Taskforce which will be created to further improve and optimize from a dryer.

Fire Life Safety was being stuck inside a locked room in the NAU’s service delivery model. The taskforce will include representatives from the notified. du Bois Center. NAUPD responded April 10 travel service teams and other “key stakeholders” that generate large numbers of and the subject was freed. Work Control At 3:33 a.m., a Tinsley Hall RA transactions.

March 9 was advised about the broken door. reported damage to an exit sign.

“I am deeply appreciative of our service team members who have spearheaded At 12:20 p.m., an employee reported NAUPD responded and a student was these efforts and worked diligently to support the needs of our academic and finding drugs in the University Union.

At 10:37 p.m., a Cline Library arrested and booked into CCDF for administrative units over the last year,” Cruz Rivera said. “I firmly believe that this NAUPD responded andassistance entered the staff member requested with minor in consumption of alcohol and people-first approach to budgeting will secure the conditions for a bright future for found drugs into evidence.

A report warning a non-student of trespass. criminal damage. our university — because it is our people who ultimately allow us to deliver on the was taken for information only.

NAUPD responded and assistance was provided.

At 12:09 p.m., a student reported At 7:02 p.m., a Campus Heights staff April 7 seeing a vehicle strike a parked vehicle member reported having constipaAt 11:37 a.m., a student reported in lot 44. NAUPD responded and cited tion.

NAUPD, andCognition GMT re- Lab. one student. an alarm at theFFD Avian sponded the staffand member was NAUPD and responded no criminal transported to FMC. activity was witnessed.

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Spectators on Matt Kelly Urban Trail Bridge watch smoke rise from a wildfire, July 21, 2019. Shannon Swain | The Lumberjack

Coconino County holds sediment reduction meeting

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DAISY JOHNSTON

he National Weather Service has indicated Arizona will have above average monsoons in 2022. On April 6, Coconino County Board of Supervisors shared plans for the upcoming flood season to reduce damages caused by sediment in the Museum Flood area.

Coconino County can move forward with several projects in preparation for monsoon season, as it allocated $7 million in federal aid for watershed restoration and flood mitigation work.

District 1 Supervisor and Chair of the Board, Patrice Hortsman, introduced the speakers. First to speak was Flood Control District Director Lucinda Andreani, who said while the Board of Supervisors are very close to finalizing plans. They are waiting to begin work until they gain approval from various federal agencies.

“The Wash [Spruce Wash watershed] is considered what’s called a Waters of the United States (WOTUS) and so they have jurisdiction over that channel, over portions of that channel,” Andreani said. “And therefore we have to secure a permit.”

WOTUS, also known as the “Clean Water Rule,” was published in 2015 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to better establish water resource management in the U.S. Until Coconino County is able to secure approval from USACE, it will not be able to begin many of the approved projects.

“It’s a very intense process and we’re in an extremely tense period right now trying to get projects in construction,” Andreani said.

While Coconino County is still awaiting a permit from USACE, Andreani said the county has secured all the cooperative agreements except one. Cooperative agreements are given to landowners who own property that is vulnerable to flooding, debris flows and erosion. The county is unable to begin work on a landowner’s property without a signed cooperative agreement.

Following Adreani, Allen Haden from Natural Channel Design (NCD) walked attendees through the design process for Mt. Elden Estates as well as properties upstream. Haden said he wanted to provide people with a feel for what is coming their way.

“The water will continue to come but we are trying to get it so it doesn’t carry so much sediment and the cleanup afterward is not so bad,” Haden said.

Haden described NCD’s efforts as a sediment reduction process. Current plans will increase sediment storage and decrease the transport downstream. Furthermore, Haden said NCD will attempt to mitigate the impact to roadways and utilities.

“Road crossings are problematic,” Haden said. “They are soft, they erode, they source sediment downstream and they provide a maintenance headache going forward.”

Before the monsoon season begins, NCD is working to prepare Coconino County residents with the best possible road crossings. These road crossings will be designed so individuals can effectively get their cars across, Holden said.

NCD is also responsible for making sure the road crossings pass the water and stay in place. It’s meant to hold the grade of that channel in place and keep it from degrading.

Flagstaff Deputy District Ranger Nicholas Mustoe also spoke at the meeting.

Mustoe said he was there to share where the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) currently stands in its process.

During fall 2021, USFS Chief Randy Moore visited Flagstaff and, after viewing some of the flood-affected properties, committed $3.5 million of funding to be spent on the forest. Mustoe said as soon as the forest service had that information, it began working on the process through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

After creating a proposed action, the forest service released it for a scoping period for 30 days. Mustoe said the response during that period was overwhelmingly positive.

“One of the steps of NEPA is that we can determine that we’re in a categorical exclusion, which basically means that this is an action that the agency has taken hundreds of times and found it to have no negative environmental impact,” Mustoe said. “That allows us a faster timeline in responding to these project proposals.”

Moreover, after the scoping period, the proposal was given a tribal consultation.

In Coconino County, there are 13 tribes who consider the San Francisco Peaks to be sacred.

“We allowed a comment period for tribal comments, and did not receive any comments from the tribes in this project,” Mustoe said.

After Mustoe finished speaking, the meeting opened up to questions from the audience. One resident thanked the panel for its efforts and shared concern over low water crossings, asking if there is a possibility these will further spread water and sediment.

Haden said this happens in special cases, but is not considered normal. Certain proposed precautions and infrastructure can only be built in landscapes that are able to support it, Haden said.

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NEWS

Councilmember Miranda Sweet appointed as new vice mayor

City council looking to fill Daggett’s seat

JOSHUA OSTBY

MARK FABERY

n an informal presentation Tuesday, April 5, City Clerk Stacy Saltzburg asked Flagstaff City Council to consider and accept Vice Mayor Becky Dagget’s resignation from council.

The move is in tandem with Daggett’s intentions to run for mayor in the 2022 election; Daggett will be running against incumbent Mayor Paul Deasy, councilmember Regina Salas and Daniel Williamson, the coach of the Flagstaff High School baseball team. The council unanimously accepted her resignation with parting words.

“Well, with some regret and some excitement, or I don’t know what, I move that we accept Miss Dagget’s resignation from council,” councilmember Jim McCarthy said. “We will miss you.”

“I second that,” Councilmember Adam Shimoni said, “I’m so proud of you and so happy with what you’ve done for us in the community and [we] just wish you well.”

Following the resignation, an appointment of the new vice mayor was made. In a situation where a position has to be filled following a resignation, the procedure is to elect the candidate with the highest number of votes in the last general election. Councilmember Miranda Sweet was elected to the vice mayor position.

Newly appointed Sweet then moved to the chair of vice mayor for the rest of the day’s council proceedings.

“I want to just thank everyone for believing in me and giving me this opportunity,” Sweet said. “I do take it very seriously and we’ll do our community well, I promise.”

Moreover, Tuesday’s city council meeting provided three separate resolutions for Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA) between the city of Flagstaff and other governmental agencies.

First was an IGA proposal between Coconino County and the city of Flagstaff for prescribed fire operations in the county-owned Rogers Lake Natural Area and Fort Tuthill County Park.

The purpose of this IGA is to continue to plan, conduct and report on prescribed fire operations –– which includes both broadcast burning and debris pile burning to reduce wildfire threat and maintain a healthy forest ecosystem.

Estimated at $8,000­–$10,000 annually, the work will be conducted by trained wildfire personnel and reimbursed fully by the city.

According to the formal agenda item description, “Successfully completing the planned prescribed fire treatments will enhance protection of our forests, adjacent areas, and the community at-large, while promoting the vigor, resiliency and sustainability of the trees themselves.”

City council approved the motion unanimously.

The second IGA proposed at Tuesday’s council meeting was between Mountain Line and the city of Flagstaff for project management of the First Mile Last Mile grant.

The First Mile Last Mile grant was a $5.5 million subsidy provided in 2020 by the Arizona Department of Transportation with $1.4 million, or 20% of the total funding, matched by the city.

Because most public transit stops are accessed by cyclists and pedestrians –– the grant will make an effort to create seamless multi-modal transportation for bicyclists and pedestrians with projects that include fixing missing sidewalk segments, enhancing crossings on busy streets and other bikeway enhancements. All projects are within proximity to transit systems.

While remarks on this issue were sparse, Estella Hollander, a mobility planner for Mountain Line, gave thanks to the council for considering an issue that was

fter Flagstaff City Council appointed councilmember Miranda Sweet to replace Becky Daggett as the vice mayor, a seat on the council became vacant.

The city is trying to change that as it has launched a search, according to a press release.

The city has 30 days to fill Daggett’s vacant seat on the council and is hoping to make it on or before May 5.

To be eligible for appointment to the city council, a citizen must be registered to vote in the city of Flagstaff, a city resident for a minimum of one year and cannot hold any other public office.

Interested citizens are required to electronically submit an application form, letter of interest and a resume to the city of Flagstaff City Clerk Stacey Saltzburg no later than April 20 at 5 p.m.

However, citizens who have submitted petitions to run for council in November are not eligible to apply.

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New Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet is pictured.

Courtesy of Miranda Sweet important to Mountain Line.

“I just want to express our excitement as well as our support for this partnership. I just want to reiterate the importance of bike and pedestrian infrastructure in connection to transit as it just really brings better access to our system,” Hollander said.

Councilmember Shimoni noted how big a move this was for the city by obtaining such a high volume of funding, something he said was “massive” for Flagstaff.

“I would like to thank your team for working with us and making this a reality,” Shimoni said. “For your advocacy and your efforts along with our bicycle advisory committee, we appreciate you and how hard you’ve worked to move the needle.”

City council approved the motion unanimously.

A resolution approving an IGA between Phoenix Police Department (PPD) and Flagstaff Police Department (FPD) for funding investigations of internet crimes against children was the next item up for consideration.

According to the formal agenda item description, this IGA would allow for FPD to receive funding on a reimbursable basis to support efforts to investigate, prosecute and deter the possession, production, and distribution of unlawful images depicting the sexual exploitation of minors, child sex trafficking, and the use of the internet to seek out children as sexual victims.

Flagstaff Chief of Police Dan Musselman presented the agenda item to council. He noted the benefits of this partnership as a means of being more effective in law efforts statewide.

“This helps us be more efficient and effective,” Musselman said. “If Phoenix PD is investigating a crime in our jurisdiction we can help with a follow-up and get to them quicker, and vice versa. Instead of sending a bunch of our investigators to the valley, they’ll help us out before evidence is destroyed.”

The approval of this IGA also includes improved training and coordination of sex crime investigations, including child exploitation. In addition, the IGA funds outreach and education efforts aimed at preventing digital crimes against children.

There is no cost to the city of Flagstaff or the FPD to enter into this agreement. City council approved the motion unanimously.

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Read more Flagstaff City Council coverage at JackCentral.org

FPD investigating crash at Chipotle Mexican Grill

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MARK FABERY

his evening, Flagstaff Police Department (FPD) responded to the Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant regarding a vehicle crashing into the building.

Upon arrival, officers and emergency medical personnel from Flagstaff Fire Department and Guardian Medical Transport located a white Kia Sportage inside the restaurant and immediately began treating the driver of the vehicle as well as injured customers, according to a press release from FPD. According to the press release, witnesses on scene reported the vehicle was traveling toward the restaurant at which time the operator appeared to suffer a medical emergency while operating the vehicle. The vehicle did not stop and crashed through the south facing glass window, coming to a halt in the restaurant’s seating area.

Two customers and the driver were injured in the crash and were transported to Flagstaff Medical Center, while one customer was treated at the scene.

Preliminary information does not indicate the operator of the vehicle was impaired and suffered what appeared to be a medical episode while operating the vehicle. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant staff requested to notify the community the restaurant will be temporarily closed while repairs are completed at this location.

Top: The front of Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant is pictured after a car was removed from the building. Broken furniture and shattered glass can be seen inside, April 12. Middle left: The inside of Chipotle Mexican Grill is covered in broken glass and furniture, April 12. Middle right: A Flagstaff Police SUV is parked in front of Chipotle to stop onlookers from stepping over the saftey barrier, April 12. Emily Gerdes | The Lumberjack Bottom left: Following a car crashing into the Chipotle on Milton Road, a tow truck pulls it out after firemen were able to clear the debris, April 12. Bottom right: An employee who was working while the crash occurred stands outside of the Chipotle on Milton Road after firemen successfully cleared the SUV from the establishment, April 12. Madison Easton | The Lumberjack

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OPINION

The Flagstaff counseling famine NAZREEN ALI he need for therapy has drastically increased since the start of the pandemic. People started to prioritize their mental health after facing isolation, grief, unemployment and other issues as a result of the long period of quarantine.

In 2018, The Chicago Tribune reported six out of every 10 Americans had begun their journey looking for treatment. However, the shortage in resources and healthcare providers caused them to cancel and deny needed help.

This sudden need for counseling has made resources scarce for anyone who's seeking a path to recovery. Even worse, this includes students. Therapy at NAU is not easily accessible, especially now that more people are seeking therapy in 2022.

During conversations with students about their experiences with the NAU therapy resources at the John D. Haeger Health and Learning Center, many claimed they “gave up” on finding a therapist due to the extensive wait times Campus Health Services quoted them.

“I was on the waitlist for about three months, from September to December,” senior Taelor Fry said.

Other students mentioned they had to wait an average of four months for counseling services. Not only did they have to wait, but this wait time is only for a single session.

I was also on the waitlist for about two months before I was able to have a consultation with one of the healthcare counselors on campus. This meeting was purely to establish my reason for attending therapy — known as the summary session. In these sessions, counselors tend to ask about your past as well as your intentions with therapy.

When I was on the journey to find my perfect therapist, I was stunned when they told me I would have to reapply to the waitlist for my next meeting. This is extremely problematic for college students specifically. As they get their first taste of independence, it is common that mental health issues and extreme stress go unnoticed.

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TIs and STDs carry an extremely negative stigma for no good reason. Having one does not mean you are dirty or gross. One in five people have an STI or STD; they are much more common than most people care to admit or realize.

At NAU, testing for STIs and STDs comes at a cost to students, and not all insurance is accepted.

Although HIV testing is offered LISA free of charge, it is not enough.

HALL College students are sexually active — with about 33% having OP-ED sex multiple times a week.

WRITER Additionally, students aren’t typically making the safest or smartest decisions when it comes to sex. If NAU offered free testing, students would get tested more often, resulting in a safer community on campus.

Free testing for all STIs and STDs would be more accessible to students who can't pay out of pocket. The sooner someone is able to get tested, the sooner they’re able to get prescribed medication. Considering the nearest clinic that guarantees free testing is five miles away from NAU, at the Coconino Health and Wellness Clinic, which is not accessible for students living on campus.

STIs and STDs can be painful and uncomfortable, especially if not treated with the proper medication. Having to sit through a bus ride for nearly two hours round trip to get tested would be uncomfortable. This likely discourages many students from going to the doctor altogether.

Yes, there are other places to get tested, but those places usually do not take out-of-state insurance; Planned Parenthood, urgent care clinics and hospitals will turn you away or charge an obscene amount of money to patients who do not have proper insurance. One in every five college students are uninsured.

If NAU were to offer free testing, uninsured students could be motivated to go get tested more, since they can rest in the comfort of knowing testing will not bankrupt them.

Living on a college student budget means you are not exactly financially prepared for emergencies. The lowest advertised price of STI and STD tests at NAU is $20 — this discounted price is only offered during clinic events, including those earlier this month. $20 only covers about two meals, if not fewer for many college students. Meals covered by weekly meal plans at NAU are about $9 in value. Outside of low-cost clinic events, in my personal experience, testing can be upwards of $70 or more, even with insurance.

NAU’s low-cost testing opportunities are great, but they are few and far between. If free tests were available on campus, students would be more inclined to come in during emergencies and stay up to date on regular testing — which should happen at least once a year to ensure sexual health. Easier accessibility could lessen the discomfort around talking about STIs and STDs, since there would be more options available for students.

Options would foster conversation and encourage all students to seek assistance if they need it.

(NAMI) shows approximately one in every four young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 have an undiagnosed mental illness due to the lack of resources provided to them.

Additionally, NAMI states only a little over a quarter of college students have been accurately diagnosed and regularly treated by a mental health professional in the past year, which truly is not enough.

Accessing counseling services in Flagstaff is not much easier. Most students utilize the on-campus resources, since NAU's counseling services appear to be a low-cost choice. This isn’t the case when it comes to off-campus pricing.

Flagstaff has never been financially accessible when it comes to mental health resources. Since different counseling services charge different rates and take different insurances, it is difficult for students with financial difficulties to find an office that is quick and affordable. Since only 48% of students have a car on campus, it is also an important factor to find an office that is conveniently located.

Oftentimes, out-of-state students or students without health insurance fail to find a low-cost office that will account for their needs.

The Education Data Initiative stated students are experiencing a major increase in tuition costs. From 1989 to 2016, the cost has increased eight times faster than the wages have. The result is more student loan debt, less money for outside costs and no money to spend on healthcare.

Many students are veering away from the counseling offered on campus, causing them to resort to any sort of therapy they can get, or completely giving up on seeking the medical attention they need. Not only do students not have this money to spend, but it is draining to be actively seeking counseling with the million other factors that students have to worry about.

Students need counseling — that's not a secret. However, they rarely get resources that are convenient for them. Our generation has the highest levels of depression, anxiety and more; it will only get worse without the help we all need.

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STREAMING continued from page 1 As of last year, Netflix had over 13,000 titles alone — amassing around four years of watchable content — while movie theaters are stuck in their outdated methods of displaying content.

The general public clearly prefers streaming, given that Netflix has approximately 213 million subscribers compared to movie theater popularity with an average of 43 million moviegoers in the United States in 2017.

As people debate the expiration date of the moviegoing experience, other online services are consistent with announcements of countless advancements to increase its original and exclusive projects, title options and profits in the upcoming years.

For example, on platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Hulu and Sling, users can start virtual group watching parties from anywhere to connect with friends and family while staying safe.

Movie theaters and traditional film industries wish it could say the same.

Disney is even changing gears for its recently released, high-quality movies by focusing on its Disney+ platform and skipping the theater debut altogether for popular films like “Turning Red.” Although playing the waiting game for the latest movies is not preferable, new motion pictures are shown in theaters for an average of four weeks.

Four weeks isn’t too long to wait for high quality content which resurfaces quickly on streaming sites the next day to watch in the comfort of a home.

Hopefully, with more movies added to CINEMA continued from page 1 Even if you are watching a terrible movie, the experience of buying popcorn or your favorite candy and going out with the people you love makes for an unforgettable time. The social element of seeing movies is underrated. Whether with friends, family, a significant other or whoever, the shared laughs, cries and commentary make it all the more exciting to watch.

It's true the pandemic has caused a major decline in ticket sales, as movie theaters were shut down for over a year in most cities. No audience meant no income.

Since late spring of last year, most national movie theaters have been back up and running. At first, theaters struggled to accumulate the same audience sizes, as many had grown accustomed to streaming movies.

However, we are past the worst of it.

Toward the end of 2021, ticket sales skyrocketed, as much-anticipated movies were released.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” has racked up a whopping $760 million in U.S. and Canadian sales, replacing “Avatar” as the third highest-grossing film in history. Critics and fans alike have been raving over the third installment of the Spider-Man series, with numerous viral videos capturing the crowds roaring over certain actors’ appearances.

Alissa Wilkinson, writer for Vox, conducted a Twitter poll asking moviegoers how they felt about theaters returning after the year-long closure through mid 2020-21.

“There is no substitute for laughter rippling through an audience or a collective gasp happening at a big

streaming services, the waiting period can decrease further, even if it might offend an actor or two, as in one case when Disney placed “Black Widow” on its streaming platform while the film was still showing in theaters.

Streaming platforms are so widely used that even movie theaters are now relying on streaming services when showing older movies and reruns, as shown in videos circulating on social media.

If movie theaters simply become a place to watch

streaming content, it just might die out altogether.

While many advocates are trying to support their local movie theaters through frequent visits in dedication to the film industry, even they have their limits, especially regarding the hefty prices.

The movie theater experience can be expensive, from tickets to overpriced stale popcorn. This leads me to wonder: Is the public genuinely missing movie theaters, or are people visiting them to live out a glorified memory from life pre-pandemic?

Consumers who purchase tickets to see a movie don't even support the theaters themselves, but rather, the film’s studio. Movie theaters receive most of its revenue from its steep concessions, which is why a mediumsized popcorn alone can be upwards of $8, depending on the company.

Yet, when people go to visit movie theaters, it's common for patrons to sneak in snacks by any means necessary, through hiding food in their clothing or attaching a fake baby bump to act as a snack pocket.

It’s so much easier to play a movie on a streaming outlet in the comfort of one’s own home for no additional cost, without the uncomfortable food smuggling and worry of contracting COVID-19 and other germs.

The pandemic seems to have pushed online movie services further into competition and improvement, while simultaneously pushing movie theaters greater into depths of obscurity from which they may not ever fully recover.

In a digital era, movie theaters have lost its appeal with the competition of countless streaming services. Streaming outlets can turn any home living room into a theater with nearlimitless movie options; there is no need for anything else.

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moment in the story,” Twitter user Mike Popham wrote in response. “It’s a social experience, and if anything, I didn’t appreciate it enough prepandemic.”

Nonetheless, with streaming services becoming more expansive, some may still believe it is impossible for movie theaters to return to its pre-pandemic state of business.

The growth of the streaming platform HBO Max is one of note. Yet, most other platforms seem to be scraping by.

Over the last few months, Netflix's share price has dropped 43%, causing it to lose billions in market value. Since its decline, Netflix has increased the

monthly subscription plans’ prices. Set at $15.50 per month, the standard tier package tops all other leading streaming service charges.

On March 16, the streaming service announced it will be charging an additional fee for users who share passwords outside of a single household, directing them to create a sub account. Netflix plans to test run this feature in Chile, Peru and Costa Rica. Yet, this does not mean the fees will not be introduced in more countries.

Instead of just increasing the already expensive prices, Netflix producers should consider actually listening to subscribers’ requests. Many have criticized the influx of poorly written Netflix originals, as well as the constant removal of movies and television shows in high-demand. One original movie in particular, “Tall Girl,” has received countless poor reviews for recycling cheesy plotlines and legitimizing first-world problems.

Netflix isn’t the only streaming service losing market value. In January, Disney+ and Paramount+ slipped 7%, and Roku fell 9%.

Streaming services aren’t all it's cut out to be. Not to mention, streaming services don’t get ownership rights to many notable movies until months after it's been released in theaters.

To say that movie theaters have become obsolete is to criticize the film industry itself.

Since its invention in the 19th century, live motion picture showings have brought people together in a special way. There is so much rich history behind movie theaters, and value in paying tribute to films that deserve widespread recognition. We have taken theaters for granted due to having everything at our disposal. Streaming a movie at home simply isn’t the same.

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AU joined thousands of participating universities, colleges, K-12 schools and faithbased communities from around the world on March 30 to discuss the pressing climate concern and how to address it. The NAU Climate & Justice TeachIn featured over 40 speakers who provided a range of perspectives and initiatives addressing climate action.

Speakers included President José Luis Cruz Rivera, student and community activists, NAU professors and city of Flagstaff employees. Local Indigenous leaders voiced how marginalized groups see more profound effects of climate change and how they are fighting to be heard.

The teach-in event highlighted the changing climate through panels covering science, stories, health equity, food, Indigenous insight, policies and planning, migration, solutions and feelings associated with climate change.

The event provided the opportunity for people with perspectives of differing backgrounds to present their position on the impacts of climate change, establishing a developing theme: All voices must be heard and respected to result in effective climate action.

Cruz Rivera began the event by expressing the importance of addressing the climate crisis.

“Each and every one of us has been, is or will be vulnerable to the perils of climate upheaval and social injustice,” Cruz Rivera said.

Cruz Rivera said he understands the effects of climate change on an intimate level. He explained how his hometown in Puerto Rico was devastated

by Hurricane Maria, creating a climate refugee crisis.

He encouraged climate action, advocating for NAU’s responsibility to act. This responsibility includes instilling a better understanding of climate policies and impactful practices, Cruz Rivera said.

NAU participated in the world-wide teach-in for various reasons, Cruz Rivera said.

His reasoning is as follows:

• NAU has a long history of climate research.

• It is nationally and internationally recognized for its land management disciplines, private science and health equity.

• The university has forestry, health science and environmental programs that are among the best in the nation with exceptional faculty, researchers and students.

• NAU has been a leader in sustainability and environmental academic curriculum for decades.

• It is a model of environmental academics, stewardship, activism as well as interdisciplinary collaboration and solutions through its work with Native nations facing environmental challenges.

• NAU plays a tremendous role in supporting Native nations with workforce training, technical assistance and policy development to protect the natural environment through the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP).

These points show a precedent for involvement, placing a huge responsibility on NAU to take action, Cruz Rivera said. He expressed gratitude for the NAU community's participation.

“I thank you for your leadership as we seek to enact the changes that will secure our shared future,” Cruz Rivera concluded.

Participants attended panels throughout the day, many of which resulted in discussions prompting further educational opportunities.

Indigenous voices seek representation

Due to climate change, many Indigenous tribes are facing environmental injustices.

April Petillo — who has a doctorate in AmericanIndian studies and works as an assistant professor for NAU’s Department of Sociology — spoke during the Indigenous Insight on Climate Justice panel about cultural inequities.

It is necessary to elevate voices ignored by western supremacist ideals, Petillo said.

She provided insight into the peoplehood matrix, a way of defining many cultures' identities through land, language, sacred history and ceremony. When one of these is put in jeopardy, it impacts a culture’s identity, Petillo said.

“When we’re thinking about justice, we also need to be thinking about how we honor people,” Petillo said.

Viki Blackgoat, who is part of the Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff, told her personal experience as a Diné woman robbed of her unique identity.

She spoke through tears of the experiences her family went through. Growing up, Blackgoat said she witnessed controversy over the establishment of a coal mine on her tribe’s land. Her mother, who knew English and could take notes, traveled with tribal leaders to tribal relocation meetings which were provoked by plans to install a coal mine, Blackgoat said.

Blackgoat said her mother was gone frequently, and now she lives with the ramifications.

“I felt really robbed of my traditional instructions.

There are things that I still don’t know because I lacked instruction that should’ve been mine,” Blackgoat said.

The coal mine was installed, and the land changed with it, Blackgoat said.

“I want you to be encouraged to be aware and be informed of local resources that are being threatened,” Blackgoat said.

Indigenous individuals like Blackgoat have said they feel their right to land stewardship has been neglected.

ITEP is pushing for more people to honor traditional ecological knowledge (TEK).

Ann Marie Chischilly — the keynote speaker of the teach-in, vice president of Native American Initiatives and executive director of ITEP — has personal experience to add to the benefits of TEK. Taking on the role of a sheep herder as a child, Chischilly interacted with the river daily.

“My life — my livelihood, depends on that river,

President José Luis Cruz Rivera speaks about the importance of taking action against climate change at NAU’s climate teach-in, March 30. Jacob Handley | The Lumberjack

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n global Climate & Justice Teach-In Day and I can tell you when I was seven years old how the river flowed,” Chischilly said.

She said that the information and data from her personal stories about the river are just as important as the information Western science can gather.

Indigenous peoples have a long history with the land they live within that spans thousands of years, and their knowledge should be respected, Chischilly said.

As the executive director of ITEP, Chischilly works alongside tribal governments, NAU and various government branches to support the environmental protection of Native American natural resources.

She highlighted Indigenous breakthroughs, such as the implementation of the Status of Tribes and Climate Change Report (STACC), which prioritizes tribal sentiments and provides direct tribal solutions.

“This is how we took something that was against tribes — against Indigenous peoples — and made it, centered it, around us so that it included us and worked with us and respected our values,” Chischilly said.

Climate Education

Throughout the day, panelists provided resources for the participants to further their education and response efforts. This included various books, movies and videos — one of which was the chapter, “Wakanda Doesn’t Have Suburbs,” from a book titled, "ALL WE CAN SAVE: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crises." The Climate Stories & Education panel discussed how the movie, "Black Panther" depicted a more hopeful vision of the future, one that flourished rather than the typical struggles of utopian cities.

Gerald Wood — who has a doctorate in instructional leadership and is an associate professor in NAU’s Department of Educational Leadership — spoke during the Climate Stories & Education panel about supporting environmental-emotional attachments.

Wood read a David Sobel quote that said, "If we want children to flourish, to become truly empowered, let us allow them to love the earth before we ask them to save it."

“We have to actually love the place,” Wood said.

“We have to have a connection to the places that we’re in. We have to have a sense of rootedness.”

Wood reiterated the importance of finding a personal love for nature and the outdoors. Wood said he hopes that the recent implementation of mental health days at NAU will encourage students to form personal relationships with the outdoors.

Chris Moreno, the intermediate academic program coordinator for NAU’s Department of Health Sciences, spoke during the Climate & Health Equity panel about how overlooked health equity is in the realm of climate change.

“The rising temperatures are not only going to bring increased droughts, but also increase the range of vector-borne and waterborne diseases in areas such

as Somalia,” Moreno said.

The panel provided 2050 data projections displaying malaria distributed across the West Coast and southern portion of the United States.

“We are faced with — not an opportunity — but a time limit to mitigate and adapt to these impacts of climate change,” Moreno said. “The catastrophic events that we will see in this lifetime will be unmeasured when we account for the economic, environmental and human losses if we do not act to mitigate the effects now.”

Climate change will not see the inequities that we construct, Moreno said.

He emphasized the need to act together rather than individually. With more education, people learn that the effects of climate change impact them more closely than they think.

Ted Martinez — who has a master’s in environmental sciences and policy and is a senior lecturer for the NAU Honors program — said when the topic of food disparity is introduced, it gets people’s attention.

His honor’s class, Hot Mess: Climate Change and Literature, practices an activity that encourages connections between issues that many would assume to be unrelated, Martinez said.

During the teach-in, he emulated this activity at the Teleconnections Climate Curriculum Event.

Participants drew, at random, one socioeconomic or ecological issue and one climate or environmental issue.

In groups they speed-researched their selected issues: Flooding and food shortages, California wildfires and war, the real estate crisis and Florida’s sea level rise, and cyclones and housing availability.

Within minutes, participants could see how climate change impacts various aspects of people’s lives. This activity was intended to reinforce how connected climate change is to our society, Martinez said.

Through education, people are beginning to realize how climate change affects their communities and have become more inclined to take action.

Climate Solutions

While the panelists educated participants on the numerous repercussions of climate change, they also provided active and prospective climate solutions.

Taryn Bell, a climate science and solutions master’s student who works with the NAU Office of Sustainability, spoke of the disparities among climate activists.

“We need to recognize the connection between worker’s rights and a sustainable future — particularly in the field attempting to fight climate change the hardest,” Bell said. “We are setting up an entire generation to become burnt out and underpaid.”

She encouraged increased involvement among everyone, not just those who find a passion for climate action.

Earlier in the day, the Climate Solutions panel offered ways any Flagstaff resident can implement sustainability into their life.

DC Alatorre, climate and energy coordinator for the city of Flagstaff, explained how Flagstaff’s solar coop ultimately became a community event.

“In our solar co-op, we started with a goal [to] get 100 people to sign up. We ended up getting 227 people to sign up,” Alatorre said.

He pointed out that people don’t have to be in sustainability to partake in it. Joining a co-op — even if people aren’t intending on installing solar panels on their own house — will help Flagstaff become more environmentally sustainable, Alatorre said.

The solar co-op was one of the many actions initiated by the city of Flagstaff in an effort to reach neutral carbon emissions by 2030. The Flagstaff Carbon Neutrality Plan outlines an evolving framework for local climate action. NAU is working on constructing its own climate action plan intended to align with Flagstaff, Cruz Rivera stated during the Q & A with The Lumberjack Editorial Board.

Flagstaff activists are encouraging financial adjustments in addition to climate action plans already in place or in the works. At the teach-in, community and student groups introduced the idea of divesting from fossil fuels.

Kim Curtis — a climate activist who works with Fossil Free Arizona! — explained the growing trend of divestment during a session titled Dialogue with Student and Community Activists: What Can We Do? The mission is to redirect investments to fossil-free funds, Curtis said.

She explained that a great deal of money is held up in banks such as Wells Fargo, Chase, Bank of America — emphasizing that these "dirty banks" are right here in Flagstaff. Climate action groups in Flagstaff are targeting Wells Fargo for its fossil fuel investments, encouraging Wells Fargo to place its money in more environmentally friendly investments. Curtis said Fossil Free Arizona! is pushing Flagstaff to replace Wells Fargo with local banks or credit unions.

Curtis said the idea to divest came from Harvard students.

A group of Harvard law students compiled a novel legal complaint and presented it to the Massachusetts State Attorney General, claiming that the institution had not upheld its legal responsibility for the economic and general well-being of its students, Curtis explained.

If NAU were to divest, it would stand alongside prestigious institutions like Harvard, MIT, Vanderbilt, Stanford, Princeton and Yale — whose students have brought similar divestment lawsuits.

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Ann Marie Chischilly, executive director of the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals, speaks at NAU’s climate teach-in, March 30.

A student takes a photo while listening to Ann Marie Chischilly speak at NAU’s climate teach-in, March 30.

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ello! My name is Kaeley Collins, and this is my first semester being an illustrator for The Lumberjack. I have been in love with art since I was a toddler and have been involved with the arts ever since. Because it’s been a big part of my life, I am currently pursuing graphic design as a major. I’ve always been fascinated by the process that is involved with artists in animated movies, TVshows and video games and being a part of that is a future goal. I love to try out different designs whether it be cartoony or realistic, and create diverse artworks. Hand drawing with pencils has always been my favorite way of creating art but I have grown attached to creating digitally for fun and for any experiences I may have in the future.

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here is no better feeling for me as a photographer than to capture the essence of an emotion or part of a personality.

Documenting humanity is why I decided to commit myself to photojournalism. I’ve been taking photos since I first received a Canon Powershot in 2013, but only seriously started learning photography in 2017. I’ve developed a style in portrait, landscape and editorial photography. The best advice I ever read about finding a style in photography is to pay attention to other photographers because you will eventually develop an amalgamation of different aspects that become your own. I can confirm this is true; there is not a specific time or place where I suddenly found my style, but have seen it grow over time. I am especially inspired by Pete McBride with National Geographic and Dina Litovsky, who has worked for National Geographic, New York Times and TIME. My dream is to eventually photograph for one of these publications.

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Paper cranes to Hiroshima

A Japanese language professor teaches students how to form origami cranes during the Paper Cranes to Hiroshima event in the Babbitt Academic Annex Global Engagement Language Learning Center to be sent to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, April 7. Madison Easton | The Lumberjack

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he night is quiet

The night is coming to an end, and I’m going to need to rest soon

After hours of listening to my roommates talk, and My eyes begin to slip shut, my people yelling outside my phone falling from my hand, window, it’s finally quiet the bright screen lighting up the room I never realized how much I value silence, the only noises I have so many alarms set, and coming from the heater turning I know they will start going off on or someone opening the door sooner rather than later down the hall My eyes open again, jumping at I have always enjoyed the night the loud ringing coming from more than the morning my phone Each night I watch the moon change phases, going from full and vibrant to complete darkness

It never feels like I get enough rest, and I had another dream that I am unable to differentiate from reality

The stars twinkling against the I look in the mirror to see ink-stained sky dark crescent moons stamped underneath my eyes, my skin Each night I wonder what the dull and lifeless next day will bring Nevertheless, I get up and start I stay awake until the sun begins the day peeking through the curtains

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idden away in Downtown Flagstaff is a little gem of a pizza place called The Pizza Patio.

The business has been open for the past six years and is planning to grow.

The restaurant offers various features such as an outdoor fire pit, dog-friendly patio, as well as a variety of gluten-free and vegan options. Based on the amenities mentioned above, The Pizza Patio offers more to customers than the average pizza restaurant.

Freshman Grace McDonough said she liked the JORDAN “homey” aesthetic of the restaurant.

VALLENDER “I went to The Pizza Patio with my friends during the week and it was a slow night,” McDonough said.

WRITER “The staff was really nice and engaging and brought the pizza out in a quick manner.”

The establishment is often described as a “hole in the wall that offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.” Upon visiting the restaurant, patrons are greeted by friendly customer service and timely food production.

The Pizza Patio had to endure various trials during the pandemic. Due to COVID-19, the restaurant had close down for a period of time but they are working to build it back up.

William Berger, Point of Sales employee, said the restaurant endured many struggles throughout the pandemic.

“Well, I didn’t work during COVID-19, but I know we had to close some of the restaurants, and part of it is still closed right now like the outside bar and patio,” Berger said. “The Pizza Patio is always having good sales and special events; you can go to their Instagram and find out when they have more.”

While The Pizza Patio may have dealt with its fair share of challenges during the pandemic, it did not stop the business from giving back to the community; the owner was able to donate pizza to first responders in Flagstaff.

Owner Steven Grubart said he managed to stay in business while also helping those working on the frontline of the pandemic.

“We maintained our staff productivity by donating free pizzas to all the frontline workers of Flagstaff risking their lives in the only area where we could help in, providing nourishment,” Grubart said. “It was very successful for the community, and we are proud to have given away well over 500 free pizzas.”

The pizza place was also featured on ABC15, FBN Flagstaff Business and the city of Flagstaff’s Facebook page, due to their efforts of giving back to the community.

The restaurant has also been trying to host events that accommodate a variety of holidays. For example, in March they hosted a St. Patrick’s Day event which included food and drink specials as well as live music from musician Eric Caroffino. The event was a success and resulted in a large turnout of Flagstaff patrons.

The establishment is also working on hosting other events to entice the college community — these include music nights featuring local musicians, artwork features and more. The purpose is to engage not only the NAU community, but also the Flagstaff community in participating in fun-filled events.

In addition to entertainment, patrons are also able to see how the food, such as the dough and cheese, is made at the restaurant. There is a fresh dough maker, homemade cheese as well as a ranch with both vegan and non-vegan options.

Their menu offers a variety of options such as plant-based crust alternatives as well as traditional hand-crafted pizza featuring styles such as New York and Chicago.

In regards to its menu, they offer plant-based cheese and meats. When planning a visit, patrons can turn to their website for more information about its menu.

Berger said the owner plays a part in making sure customers leave The Pizza Patio happy.

“Steve always helps find what food and drink you like to make sure you are satisfied and in love with your choices,” Berger said.

Berger said NAU students and Flagstaff residents, alike, should choose The Pizza Patio as their go-to pizza restaurant because of the ready to order quality.

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Participants Carli Kaye and Bre Cobble hug themselves as a part of the ‘2’ for the ‘3-2-1 reset’ method for calming oneself down at the Self-Hypnosis for Stress Relief Workshop at Coconino Community College, April 7.

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Participants Tala Fakhoury, Cydney Boyer and Yara Fakhoury place their hands on their hearts as a part of the ‘heart-brain coherence’ method at the SelfHypnosis for Stress Relief Workshop at Coconino County Community College, April 7. Taylor McCormick | The Lumberjack

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he du Bois Center Ballroom on NAU south campus was packed Friday, April 8 as the Northern Arizona Merchandising Association (NAMA) welcomed guests to their first in-person spring fashion show since 2019.

Scores of guests lined the stairs and through the first floor of the du Bois Center as they waited to see this year’s fashion show, “Elements at Play.”

According to the pamphlet that was provided to guests, this year’s fashion show consisted of four collections: Air, earth, water and fire.

Third-year student and NAU Merchandising Club Secretary Julia Rabussay said the modeling, hair and makeup committee chose 30 models out of the 70 who applied to walk in the fashion show.

“If the applicant seemed like they wanted to be there and seemed confident and comfortable walking in front of an audience no matter the size, there was a solid chance they would be accepted,” Rabussay said.

First-year student and NAMA fashion show model Chiara Holgate said she applied because modeling has been something she has always wanted to do and was out of her comfort zone. “[I] also [applied] for representation of my native culture,” Holgate said in an email. “I have never seen any models of my race before and I thought it would be fun to try out.”

Rabussay said this is the first fashion show that most of the merchandising club committees have worked on since 2019, when the last show took place.

Although there are no classes associated with NAMA, Rabussay encourages those interested in fashion to join the merchandising club — regardless of major.

“We have people from all different majors in the club,” Rabussay said. “Most of our executive team are fashion merchandising majors but the rest of our club members are pretty diverse.”

As the show was set to start at 6 p.m., guests began to make their way into the ballroom. Chairs were set to the side of the runway, with front-row seats reserved for VIP guests only.

According to the NAU events calendar, tickets were free for NAU students and $5 for other guests.

VIP tickets were available for the purchase of $10 which included front row seating, a merchandising club T-shirt as well as a gift bag with retailer samples and discounts.

Second-year student and fashion show attendee Alanda Cortez said she attended to support a friend who was chosen to be a model in the show.

“I am looking forward to watching what the designers will be bringing to the table regarding their individual senses of style,” Cortez said.

Air and earth were the first collections to be presented; 15 models showcased pieces from local Flagstaff retailers. Floral prints, loose materials and brown cargo pants were just some of the pieces featured in this collection.

After a 20 minute intermission, allowing the models to change, the water and fire collections were next to be presented by the other 15 models. These pieces included red dress shirts, dresses in shades of blue, all-black attire and bedazzled accessories.

Holgate said the committee’s decision to assign models to each collection arguably had to do with how they performed on the runway.

“The committee never specified what led them to decide who would be modeling for specific elements, but I think it was the walks,” Holgate wrote in an email. “As a water and air model, I had more of a softer look and walk whereas fire and earth models were more fierce and strong in their walk.”

Before the spring fashion show concluded, a special collection was presented consisting of designs made by students involved in NAMA. The five student designers showcased pieces they had been working on this year, including a collection

by Kelly Crowley made from upcycled material — using unwanted materials and creating new products.

After the fashion show ended, Cortez said she was impressed by the show as a whole.

“I loved the themes and the unique student design collections,” Cortez said. “Everyone showed confidence in their outfits which was nice to see. It was definitely worth attending.”

Though the merchandising major will be dissolved starting next semester, NAU Merchandising Club will remain active, Rabussay said. If one wants to find more information about NAMA and the merchandising club, they can reach out on Instagram.

Kate O’Neil walks down the runway at the NAMA “Elements at Play” spring fashion show in the du Bois Center Ballroom, April 8.

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Dasha Ordonez models an outfit from the “That’s Hot” collection at the NAU Merchandising Club’s 2022 fashion show “Elements At Play” in the du Bois Center Ballroom, April 8. Jacob Handley | The Lumberjack

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Hometown Spotlight: Temecula, CA

The San Bernardino Mountains are covered in a light dusting of snow near French Valley Airport, Dec. 15, 2021. Courtesy of Emily Gerdes EMILY GERDES

trip which I have zero regrets making.

If you are up-to-date with pop culture, you may ow. Another NAU student from have heard of Grammy award winner Olivia Rodrigo, Southern California? It truly is shocking. who was born and raised in Temecula prior to her rise However, my hometown is just a tad to fame, along with many motocross riders, YouTuber different than your standard Southern California Trevi Moran, comedian Taylor Tomlinson, Olympic town. For starters, you may have heard of Temecula wrestler Dan Henderson and the two lead singers of from its extensive wine country or perhaps because the band Neon Trees — Tyler Glenn and Chris Allen. it is home to the Pechanga Indian Reservation which Now, I will not sit here and lie to you but if we are owns Pechanga Resort and Casino. Maybe our annual speaking on technicalities — I’m not from Temecula.

Wine and Balloon Festival caught your attention or Although Temecula is what I consider home through maybe a marine stationed at Camp Pendleton told and through, I was born in Wildomar, grew up in you about the bars downtown.

Sun City, went to kindergarten through eighth grade Since I have been living in Flagstaff for quite some in Winchester, lived in French Valley and went to time, I have come to notice some differences between high school in Murrieta. Hopefully that is not too our beloved mountain town and that of where I grew confusing, but if you are from the Inland Empire you up. California is home to endless açai, frozen yogurt are well aware of how important these distinctions and boba shops. All of which Flagstaff is severely are. lacking.

One of the reasons why I adore my hometown is Any Southern California transplant is acutely because of its proximity to different environments. aware of the lack of In-N-Out, Panera Bread and Depending on the direction I go, within one hour I Trader Joe’s in Flagstaff. For myself, this was almost a can be at the beach, in the mountains or deep in the deal breaker. Luckily I came to my senses and realized desert. One day I can be visiting an abandoned ghost a two-hour drive to Prescott in order to get a bulk town in the Anza-Borrego Desert and the next can be order of Trader Joe’s groceries or my chocolate shake spent eating sushi in Los Angeles, the United States’ from In-N-Out wouldn’t be the end of the world — a second largest city. I am constantly surprised at the

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variety of experiences I am exposed to by living in Temecula.

The geographical diversity of my hometown is another element that adds to the appeal of it.

Growing up, my weekends were filled with trips to local parks, wildlife reserves, waterfalls and creeks, along with hikes and any other possible outdoor activity.

Besides the glorious outdoor spaces that occupy the surrounding areas, a plethora of attractions are nearby. I have spent numerous days exploring the San Diego Safari Park, Balboa Park, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland.

It isn’t a lie when people say California has perfect weather all year round. Despite a few weeks of 100plus degree weather, the majority of the year a person can spend all day outside with no problems.

If you are from Southern California and are driving home, odds are you may pass my hometown.

Next time maybe take a walk through downtown, spend a weekend at the wineries or try one of the coffee shops — I promise you won’t be disappointed.

For those who live out of state, do not pass up the opportunity to enjoy Temecula next time you are on your way to San Diego or Los Angeles.

Katie Gerdes dances in a field of newly opened poppies, March 21, 2021.

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A farm is located off Silent Valley Road in Aguanga, California near Palomar Mountain, April 25, 2021.

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reached the Division III NCAA track and field championships as a hammer thrower his senior year.

Defensive back Morgan Vest is entering his senior season and has been faced with the challenge of stepping into a larger leadership role. As a veteran of the program, Vest feels Shumate has not only made him a better player but a better person.

“It’s honestly a blast. It is absolutely brutal sometimes; you don’t like coach Shu a lot of the time, but you talk about holding us to the standard and getting us better, he has done that to an absolute T,” Vest said.

Vest described Shumate’s workouts as both intense and pedal to the metal.

NAU’s new Student-Athlete High Performance Center serves as Shumate’s workshop, providing him with the resources he needs to successfully help athletes develop.

“This building first and foremost is the best I have been into this point in my career which is really impressive,” Shumate said. “So now I have unlimited resources, that at those other schools and at previous stops we didn’t have the resources I have here.”

NAU uses the Catapult GPS system to track player activity volume and intensity.

The Catapult is a sports technology service developed with the help of professional sports organizations to help gather data on athlete physiology and to help sports scientists better understand what is needed to enhance athlete training and performance. It allows trainers to

yler Shumate, NAU’s assistant athletic director for sports performance, is in his first full offseason with the football LeBron is to blame for Lakers’ downfall program as he oversees the Lumberjacks’ strength he Los Angeles Lakers and conditioning staff. A lot of the offseason is have been the biggest geared toward player and team development, disappointment of the 2021- and Shumate is getting his first opportunity to 22 NBA season. A team that was work with the squad through a full offseason. constructed like a reunited ’80s band “We have made a lot of strides, if you ask was too old and too late to realize the these kids they will tell you that nothing will ever damage it has done to the franchise, be good enough for me but we have definitely and the league’s most notable player. progressed,” Shumate said. “These kids have When the Lakers acquired worked really, really hard. They have allowed me future Hall of Fame point guard to coach them. I am thankful they have allowed Russell Westbrook in a trade with me to coach them and they have really bought the Washington Wizards, people BRENDEN into what I am trying to teach them, and what I immediately raised questions about MARTIN am writing for them.” how the team’s roster would mesh Shumate was hired by NAU in June 2021 together.

Westbrook has been known SPORTS EDITOR as assistant athletic director and head strength to be a triple-double machine, having coach for all of NAU Athletics. Before that, he passed Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson worked as an assistant football development and for the most triple-doubles in NBA performance coach at the University of Virginia. history in his one season in Washington. Adding him to the fold He also had two stints with Arizona State as an was questionable, leading to thoughts about who would be the intern, and then as a graduate assistant after he primary ball-handler and how spacing would be affected. finished college.

It did not work. The Lakers were officially eliminated from Shumate earned an exercise science and playoff contention last week against the Phoenix Suns, the same kinesiology degree from the University of team that eliminated them in the playoffs last year. A team with all Mount Union in his home state of Ohio. From the expectations in the world crumbled in front of our own eyes. his freshman year, Shumate served as a student After a season like this comes the finger pointing. Who is to strength and conditioning coach, helping blame for the demise of a team that is less than two calendar years develop workouts and exercises for his track and removed from winning an NBA championship? The majority of field throwing teammates — something he first the blame lies on the shoulders of the person who built the roster, did with his high school football team. Shumate and no it is not Vice President of Operations Rob Pelinka.

The blame falls on the puppet master pulling the strings from behind the curtain, the one who had earned the right to have his input on the teams he plays for, a right he has pretty much lost.

That person is LeBron James.

Now the longest-tenured Laker, despite only arriving in 2018, James has made his mark on the NBA’s most talked-about team.

Yes, LeBron did pave the way to a legitimate Lakers championship in 2020 and did play very well when he was actually on the court this season. That does not excuse the way LeBron gutted the entire roster to play with his best friends.

The Westbrook trade tied Lakers management’s hands behind its back. The money promised in his contract as well as to LeBron and star forward Anthony Davis left no money to retain talent.

Key pieces to the championship team, such as guards Alex Caruso and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, were either traded or were offered contracts that the Lakers could not match. All this agony would have been avoided had LA traded for Buddy Hield with the Sacramento Kings instead.

Lakers head coach Frank Vogel was fired for the ordeal simply because of what LeBron did to neuter this team of fundamental basketball, something he followed more in “Space Jam: A New Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance Tyler Shumate walks in the Student-Athlete Legacy” than when manufacturing a team.

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quantitatively analyze how to help athletes get better. Shumate said the technology will help them make sure player activity levels are optimum heading into games.

“We keep it pretty simple, we look at volume and intensity.” Shumate said. “So that’s really what we’re looking at and it will become more of a factor in-season when we are prepping week in and week out for a game, and we’re going five days straight before a game. So that’s when it will really become valuable, being able to track our volume and make sure we are decreasing volume heading into the game and raising intensity.”

Shumate also explained how force plates, which evaluate how athletes produce force and absorb it, have been a useful resource that he did not have access to at other programs.

NAU head coach Chris Ball had nothing but praise for how Shumate’s work ethic has spread to the players.

“The work ethic, the standard that he holds the kids accountable to, just his knowledge, he has really really changed our program,” Ball said.

NAU scrimmaged again Saturday, continuing to grow through competition during the offseason. NAU will continue progressing through the spring, ending with its spring game on April 22. With the team all-in, Shumate will continue guiding players’ physical development through the offseason as NAU looks to make its run at the Big Sky Championship in the fall.

Top: Redshirt junior Jacob Mpungi (3) flexes for the camera during sled pulls at the Student-Athlete High Performance Center field, April 5. Bottom: Redshirt freshman Adam Verbalaitis (61) prepares to snap the ball during a mock play at the Student-Athlete High Performance Center field, April 5. Jonah Graham | The Lumberjack

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League of Legends Gold launches from championship

NAU League of Legends Gold team is pictured after sweeping Sacramento State Esports to win the Big Sky Conference Championship on March 29.

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AU Esports’ League of Legends Gold team took home the Big Sky championship title after placing first in the conference tournament a couple of weeks ago. NAU Esports is home to eight gaming programs that have competitive and casual communities for students to participate in. With a growing population of players, these teams are also growing in talent.

Electronic sports, also known as Esports, is competitive gaming. It is a way for users to take their favorite games and play against opponents for titles beyond just the gaming world.

For NAU Esports, its League of Legends Gold team is the talk of the club, after taking home the Big Sky title. The team is composed of five players who tried out at the beginning of the year and have worked together to become a cohesive team.

Secretary of the NAU Esports club Stefan Mihailovic shared one of the main challenges of playing with different players to become a team.

“Five different players with five different mindsets is much easier when all players are on the same page,” Mihailovic said. “So one of the things that we spent a lot of time on this year was how we want to play the game as a whole, as a team, to make sure we all understand if this is the way we want to play the game , then this is how we are going to win.”

The idea of playing with different players all with their own thought processes proved to be a hurdle for this team. However, that did not stop the Lumberjax from succeeding this season.

After coming off an undefeated season they made their way to the championship.

The thought of a championship seemed like it was going to be a bigger challenge for the Lumberjax, team captain Nethaniel Palomino explained.

“Two playoff games that we had to play, then we got to go to the finals,” Palomino said.

“We managed to go undefeated and not drop a single game in any of our series and when we went to the finals we expected it to be a difficult match but it ended up being a lot easier than expected.”

League of Legends is a team game and takes a lot of thought and mindset to play.

The Lumberjax had a great season but are looking ahead, especially after a big win.

Two years ago, NAU was headed to the championship but their season came to an end with the start of COVID-19. Last year, the Gold Lumberjax took home third after a hard battle. The team was hungry for a win this year to redeem themselves.

After two years of waiting for this moment, the Gold Lumberjax team’s final game was on March 29, as they faced off against other Big Sky schools. The Lumberjax had the mindset that there was no question of their determination and that they believed they were going to win.

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“I never really expected anything other than us ending on top,” Palomino said.

As the Gold team brought home a victory, they are looking forward to the next event to prepare. They are set to go to the Collegiate League of Legends Championship. This next tournament will showcase teams from all across the country, who are going to be much harder to defeat.

For the Gold Lumberjax players, this competition has teams that compete at higher playing fields than them since other schools have higher quality programs.

Some of these schools provide scholarships to players as well as possess superior arenas to entice more recruitment and competitive experience.

The NAU program has steadily grown in the past four years. The NAU Esports club started on campus in 2018 and tripled in size in its first year. Anyone at NAU can join the program, be a part of the teams and even sign up for an Esports class. However, if you want to compete then you have to try out. NAU Esports Vice President Edain Rogers said there are different ways to become involved, especially in their League of Legends community.

“For the club specifically, we have a competitive and a casual community and anyone can be in the casual community,” Rogers said. “We have monthly tournaments just for our school. Then for our competitive [teams], we have tryouts at the beginning of each semester.”

“I NEVER REALLY EXPECTED ANYTHING OTHER THAN US ENDING ON TOP.”

– Nethaniel Palomino, Lumberjax Team Captian If you are looking to play casually or competitively there could be a spot for you in the NAU Esports club.

If you don’t know much about the different video games the club plays, you can always learn from other players. League of Legends can be a complicated game with a base of just five players. “[It is a] five-versus-five game and all five of the players have very distinct roles,” Mihailovic said. “Basically the point of the game is to try and destroy the enemy base that is protected by numerous defensive structures.”

The Lumberjax are looking toward their next battle. They do, however, think it will be a much harder fight compared to Big Sky. “We did a phenomenal job and just hard work pays off,” Palomino said. “Just winning the conference means we get to go to the bigger collegiate League of Legends championships where we will be playing much harder teams.”

Big Sky Women’s Tennis Player of the Week Elinor Beazley

Top: Junior Elinor Beazley smiles while speaking to her coach during a break in her match against New Mexico State, March 13. Bottom: Beazley stares down the ball before striking it back to her Eastern Washington University opponent, March 27. Brian Burke | NAU Athletics

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