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Number of classes scheduled Fall 2018

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Total: 86 classes Tu/Th : 45 classes M/W/F : 41 classes

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Heavy days, uneven schedules Sasha Hupka News Editor

Melanie Skapinski has four back-toback classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

While she was choosing classes for this semester, Skapinski, an undeclared freshman, tried to enroll in courses scheduled on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, but she couldn’t find any.

Skapinski isn’t the only student with a heavy course load on two days of the week. A number of Binghamton University students had difficulty

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each week across the University, but this semester, 2,824 are being offered throughout the week.

However, the increase is also driven by an emerging preference for Tuesday and Thursday classes from departments and instructors. According to Michelle Ponczek, director of the Course Building and Academic Space Management (CBASM) office, there are several different reasons why professors may prefer the two-day schedule.

“Departments and instructors select the times that they would like to teach their courses and the CBASM office tries to meet their requested times,”

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forming a balanced scheduled this semester, finding many or all of their classes fall on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Historically, Tuesdays and Thursdays have always been heavier class days at BU. A larger number of classes are also usually held on Wednesdays, because it is a popular day for discussion sections, while Friday tends to be a lighter day.

In fall 2017, 963 classes were held on Tuesdays and 944 met on Thursdays.

That number has jumped slightly for fall 2018, with 1,000 classes meeting on Tuesdays and 953 meeting on Thursdays.

The increase in classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays can partially be attributed to a rising number of classes across the board. In fall 2017, 2,784 classes met

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Jumaane Williams, Democratic candidate for New York lieutenant governor, made a stop at Spotlight in Downtown Binghamton on Sept. 11 to meet with locals and discuss his platform.

Currently, Williams is running alongside Cynthia Nixon, a gubernatorial candidate running against Gov. Andrew Cuomo for the Democratic nomination. A graduate of Brooklyn College, Williams has served as a member on the New York City Council for the 45th district, which includes East Flatbush, Flatbush, Flatlands, Marine Park and Midwood in Brooklyn, since 2010. Prior to his career on the New York City Council, Williams was the executive director of New York State Tenants & Neighbors, a grassroots organization that advocates for Section 8 tenants facing buyouts and higher rents.

Some of Williams’ major platform points include advocating for women’s reproductive rights, reforming the criminal justice system, fighting climate change and preventing gun violence. According to his website, he will prioritize the codification of Roe v. Wade in New York, ending cash bail,

Departments should not offer more than 45 percent of their classes on Tuesday and Thursdays.

Students see increase in classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays

Jumaane Williams discusses platform Liutenant governor candidate fields questions in Binghamton

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On Friday, Michael Roque, the former Binghamton University student accused of murdering freshman Joao Souza in April, pled guilty to one indictment of second-degree murder at an arraignment in Broome County Court.

Roque, 20, of Massapequa, New York, initially rejected the plea deal when he appeared in Court on Thursday, a move that seemed to surprise his defense lawyer, David Butler. On Thursday, he also said he had not received information regarding his case from prosecutors and accused Butler of not meeting with him regularly. Butler said he had met with Roque “more times than I can count.”

With his parents and Butler watching, Roque reversed his decision and apologized to Judge Kevin Dooley on Friday.

“I first want to apologize to the Court,” Roque said. “The reason for my actions yesterday was that it was too overwhelming … I panicked.”

Roque also said he believed entering a guilty plea is “the best choice” he could make.

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YWCA: Police used ‘excessive force’ After incident, organization denounces BPD online Yuri Lee

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Jacob Kerr News Intern Deanne Ellison, the new director of Auxiliary Services at Binghamton University, said she hopes to facilitate experiences by growing and enhancing the department.

On Tuesday, the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) of Binghamton and Broome County publicly announced in a Facebook post that it had submitted a formal complaint to the Binghamton Police Department (BPD) regarding its “excessive use of force” on a black woman during an incident at YWCA’s facility last Saturday.

According to the YWCA, a domestic dispute occurred between a resident and her former partner.

Children were present during the dispute, and a YWCA staff member pressed a panic button and called for police assistance to de-escalate the situation. After the first officer arrived, the couple had ended their altercation and separated.

“The former partner, a woman of color, was waiting outside of the building with her young son,” the post read. “Without justification, they wrestled her to the ground using what any reasonable person would define as excessive force. All of this occurred in front of her young son who was screaming out for her the entire time. Many individuals attempted to help by stepping in to comfort the child or to call out the officers. Officers were noticeably

more aggressive with the individuals of color.”

Afterward, Lisa McFarlane, 36, of Endicott, was taken into custody and charged with aggravated family offense, resisting arrest, endangering the welfare of a child, third-degree criminal trespass and second-degree harassment. It is unclear whether McFarlane was the resident or the former partner in the dispute.

BPD has stated it plans to internally review the incident.

According to the YWCA, the unacceptable treatment of McFarlane by BPD has led it to reexamine its policies on how to

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BU hires new director NAACP chapter hosts panel of Auxiliary Services Deanne Ellison plans to grow, enhance services on campus Jake Kerr

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Multiple departments at Binghamton University have a new boss — Deanne Ellison.

Ellison, the University’s new director of Auxiliary Services, officially started her duties on Aug. 20. She replaced former Auxiliary Services Director Peter Napolitano, who retired in spring 2018.

Auxiliary Services is responsible for nearly all assistance provided to students outside

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of education, including dining services, parking services, banking services and the University bookstore.

Ellison said she aims to provide students with resources to help foster a holistic college experience.

“We’ve moved into the experience era, where instead of buying something, students are looking for a more holistic experience,” Ellison said. “Auxiliary is one of the entities that can provide that. It is my every intention that every student has a positive and holistic experience here.”

Ellison was chosen by a committee of professionals affiliated with Auxiliary

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ARTS & CULTURE

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Contributing Writer

In an effort to foster a discussion about culture and ethnicity on the Binghamton University campus, BU’s chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosted its annual “Get to Know Us” panel on Wednesday, Sept. 5.

Held in the University Union, the panel featured various representatives from different multicultural organizations, including the African Student

Organization (ASO), SHADES and the Latin American Student Union.

Aminata Jaiteh, president of BU’s chapter of NAACP and a senior majoring in psychology, sat among representatives from nine other multicultural organizations.

“You probably haven’t heard of or seen some of these organizations on campus,” Jaiteh said. “This is us reaching out to students.”

Yasmine Nartey, the vice president of ASO and a junior majoring in philosophy, politics and law, noted that her organization was a place for students to come learn about and celebrate their African heritage.

“We all have a responsibility to engage with the outside community,”

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Nartey said. “You may not identify with our culture, but you definitely will know what we’re about.”

Along with inclusivity and safety for students, all attending groups agreed that a big part of their organizations is the discussion of social issues. With an increase of racially motivated violence in the United States and the Trump administration’s actions toward immigrants, many organizations said they felt they had a responsibility to be more active in the community.

“Students probably wanted to do something and didn’t know where to start,” Jaiteh said. “We’re a platform and a resource for that.”

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SPORTS

Dos Rios Cantina brings new vibes to Downtown Binghamton,

The Elsie B. Rosefsky Memorial Art Gallery hosts visiting artist Jenny Day,

The Editorial Board stresses the importance of voting in primary elections,

Volleyball records first victory of season,

Women’s soccer tops Cornell,

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University to test emergency communications system On Thursday at 11:30 a.m., Binghamton University will conduct a full test of its emergency communications system, including the siren on top of the Glenn G. Bartle Library Tower. The siren will sound on campus and those registered with B-Alerts will receive a message.

The message will also appear on the University’s website, electronic signs and other modes of communication.

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that feeds on over 70 species, including apple trees, hops and maples.

It first appeared in Pennsylvania in 2014. According to state officials, the insect is potentially very harmful to forests and farms.

County Executive proposes $385M budget for 2019 On Wednesday night, County Executive Jason Garnar proposed a budget and tax cut to the members of the Broome County Legislature, according to a press release. The plan intends to decrease the county property tax levy by 0.495 percent. Garnar has not proposed a tax cut since presenting the 2005 budget.

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On Tuesday, a ceremony was held in front of the United Way of Broome County offices in honor of those who died during terrorist attacks on Sept.

11, 2001, according to WBNG. The Broome County Veterans Memorial Association attended the ceremony.

Nearly 3,000 flags were planted to represent lives that were lost.

Spotted lanternfly seen in upstate counties An insect species known as the spotted lanternfly has been seen in two counties in upstate New York, according to WBNG. The insect, originally from Asia, is an invasive pest

FDA cracks down on teenage usage of electronic cigarettes On Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration gave Juul Labs and four other companies that sell vaping devices 60 days to prove they can keep electronic cigarettes away from minors, according to The New York Times. According to the FDA, teenage usage of electronic cigarettes has become an epidemic, and if the companies fail to create a way to keep the product away from minors, the agency may take them off the market.

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Francis Scott Key writes “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The poem would later be set to music and become the national anthem of the United States in 1931.

“We found the needle in the haystack, and it was right here in Sacramento.”

— Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert after announcing that authorities have arrested Joseph James DeAngelo, 72, in the Golden State Killer case.

Sentencing to be held on Nov. 16 ROQUE FROM PAGE 1 Roque is accused of murdering Souza, 19, on April 15. Souza was fatally stabbed in his dorm room in Windham Hall of Mountainview College.

According to police, Roque fled on foot after stabbing Souza.

He was apprehended in his dorm room in Hunter Hall of Mountainview College after a 20hour manhunt.

By taking the plea deal, Roque faces a sentence of 20 years to life in prison, and gives up his right to remain silent and his right to trial by jury. Initially, he would have faced 25 years to life in prison if convicted. Dooley said he is “making no commitment” to what Roque’s sentence will ultimately be.

Roque’s sentencing has been scheduled for Monday, Nov. 16 at 9 a.m. at Broome County Court.

In statements to the press after the arraignment, Broome County District Attorney Stephen Cornwell called the murder a “horrific crime” and said his office would work to present a strong case at Roque’s sentencing.

“We will make our specific arguments at the time of the sentencing, and it wouldn’t be appropriate to go into those facts now, so we do it in court at the

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time of sentencing,” Cornwell said. “On these facts, we’ll make a strong argument that he doesn’t get out and that he spends the rest of his life in prison.

He can make his argument to the contrary.”

A motive in the murder has not been released. However, Cornwell said he intends to discuss motives in the crime at sentencing.

“We will present that information to the judge because it is relevant to what sentence the defendant should receive and explains what our position is in regard to sentencing,” Cornwell said. “So we will get into the motive and the facts of the case at that time.”

The murder of Souza is the second to take place this year involving a BU student. Orlando Tercero, 22, a former nursing student at BU, is accused of murdering Haley Anderson, a senior nursing student from Westbury, New York. According to police, Tercero strangled Anderson, who was found dead on March 9 in a student residence on Binghamton’s West Side. He then fled to Nicaragua, where he was apprehended by the Nicaraguan National Police.

Tercero is awaiting extradition to the United States.

The following accounts were provided by Investigator Mark Silverio of Binghamton’s New York State University Police.

Closed WEDNESDAY, Sept. 5, 12:45 a.m. — Officers responded to a call involving an intoxicated 19-year-old male with a head injury in front of the United Health Services in Vestal. Officers interviewed the male’s friends, who said the male had a lot to drink before falling down and hitting the back of his head at an undisclosed location. The male’s friends brought him to the United Health Services in Vestal to be treated, but discovered it had closed at 8 p.m. They called Harpur’s Ferry, and the male was transported to the United Health Services Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City for treatment.

Wrong address WEDNESDAY, Sept. 5, 2:00 a.m. — An officer on patrol observed a 19-year-old male walking near Parking Lot E. Upon seeing the officer, the male immediately ran away and climbed the fence to the track field. The officer stopped the male and asked him why he was running away.

The male said he had been drinking in Downtown Binghamton and had called an Uber to drive him to his apartment in Hillside Community, but the driver had dropped him off by the parking lot instead. He thought he would get in trouble for drinking when he saw the patrol car. The

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officer gave the male a courtesy ride back to his apartment.

Puffin’ in lecture WEDNESDAY, Sept. 5, noon — Officers were walking out of the Student Wing when they detected the faint odor of marijuana. They noticed a 22-year-old male puffing on what seemed to be a joint as he walked toward Lecture Hall. The officers walked through Lecture Hall to intercept the male as he entered the building. The male was still holding the joint when the officers appeared before him and exclaimed, “Oh shit,” before quickly throwing it away. The officers retrieved the joint and the suspect was issued a ticket to appear in Vestal Town Court.

Too loud THURSDAY, Sept. 6, 1:41 a.m. — Officers responded to Broome Hall of Newing College after receiving an anonymous complaint about loud music being played from one of the rooms on the fourth floor of the building. Upon arriving, the room appeared quiet. Officers could not hear anything other than faint sounds coming from a television. They advised the two 19-yearold males who lived in the room to quiet down.

Soon after leaving the building, the complainant called again and said the males in the room had turned up the music. The officers could hear the music from all the way down the hall and asked the males to turn it down.

Ellison aims to grow services FROM ELLISON PAGE 1 Services, including representatives from Transportation and Parking Services, Business Operations and BU Dining Services.

According to Jim Ruoff, resident district manager of Sodexo, Ellison was one of the many qualified candidates who applied for the position.

“I really appreciated the opportunity to be on the search committee,” Ruoff wrote in an email. “It speaks to the strength of Binghamton University that we were able to attract such a quality group of candidates.

I am thrilled we were able to have Deanne Ellison join our community and I look forward to working with her.”

Ellison has worked for 22 years in auxiliary services at campuses across the country.

For 10 years, she worked at

Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. Later, she moved to California State University Channel Islands in Camarillo, where she was interim executive director of Auxiliary Services.

“I was kind of the utility player on that campus,” Ellison said. “When we’d start something new, I’d be invited to come help with it.”

Ellison’s move from California State University Channel Islands to BU was a trip over 2,700 miles. She said the decision to apply for the job and move cross-country was driven by the positive appraisal the University has received.

“Binghamton leapt to the top of my search, it was my number one choice,” Ellison said.

“Binghamton University has a myriad of national recognitions, that was what really impressed me. The fact that it is considered the ‘smart SUNY’ really

resonated with me.”

The choice to come to New York was not just a professional one, but also a personal one for Ellison and her husband.

“My significant other grew up in this area and he retired in July from the campus we both worked at in California,” Ellison said. “So I got to include New York in my search thinking he certainly would like to come home.”

Ellison also hopes to plan for BU’s future. Over the past few years, the University has seen an increase in enrolled students, and Ellison wrote in an email that she has plans to grow Auxiliary Services alongside the University itself.

“My team and I are laying groundwork and collaboratively developing structure for the continued growth of the auxiliary to meet the everevolving needs of the students

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Students struggle with uneven class schedules CLASSES FROM PAGE 1 for the classes during a specific

Jacob Hanna Pipe Dream Photographer Jumaane Williams, Democratic candidate for New York lieutenant governor, visits Spotlight in Downtown Binghamton on Sept. 11.

Williams discusses issues at Spotlight WILLIAMS FROM PAGE 1 conserving land and implementing gun control reform if elected.

Previously, Williams chaired a New York City Council task force to combat gun violence and founded the National Network to Combat Gun Violence, according to his website.

He also aims to make education reforms and has pledged to make Cuomo’s Excelsior Scholarship more accessible to students.

“I want to make sure people who live in Binghamton, stay in Binghamton or going to Binghamton [University] — we want to make sure that people are not saddled with debt, so I’m a proponent for free public education,” Williams said. “Gun violence is a huge issue that I’ve worked on, and we’ve been successful in dealing with police reformations and gun violence, so I’d really like to address that as well.”

During the Q&A session, one attendee asked Williams his position on supplying defense attorneys for those who cannot afford them.

Williams said he supports funding

legal assistance programs.

“I support it and it corresponds with a bill that provided free legal service for undocumented residents and for people who were being evicted and couldn’t afford it,” Williams said. “I’m very much in favor of funding legal programs because I’ve found sometimes the difference between justice and not getting justice is being able to afford an attorney.”

According to Steven Doolittle, an intern at Citizen Action and a third-year graduate student studying social work at BU, his organization endorsed Williams because of his strong dedication to the community and support for human rights.

“What really stuck out to me is that a lot of his agenda really focuses on just opening up more with the community and making that connection basis that really focuses on human rights versus what we’ve seen in the past,” Doolittle said.

Derek Scott, 47, of Endwell said he hopes to see Williams implement legislation at the state level to combat controversial national policies.

“Locally, I’m concerned about

Jacob Hanna Pipe Dream Photographer Williams’ major platform points include advocating for women’s reproductive rights, reforming the criminal justice system, fighting climate change and preventing gun violence.

restoring hope and opportunity to not just this community, but to communities across New York state,” Scott said. “What I’m interested in is to bring some sanity back to our national dialogue and to our national policies, and I think

that has to start at the state level.”

Democratic local and state primaries will be held on Sept. 13.

Williams and Nixon will not share a ballot on Thursday, but they would if they are nominated for the general election.

Ponczek wrote in an email. “[It’s] things like personal preference, wanting to teach on two versus three days, wanting to spread the material out over more days, wanting more time to present material in one class meeting, fitting within the established guidelines, classroom availability, needing to provide multiple options for students to get required classes, offering courses at times so that they don’t conflict with other required courses [and] multi-format courses that offer discussion or lab sections.”

Despite the preference, departments should not schedule more than 45 percent of their classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, according to the 2018-19 Faculty-Staff Handbook.

The rule is supposed to ensure that classes are easily available to students and classroom space is efficiently utilized — but some departments are breaking it.

This semester, the English department is offering 264 sections. Some, like independent study, practicum and dissertation research sections, do not have set meeting times; rather, students and professors meet at times that are convenient for them, which may vary each week. Currently, 86 English classes are meeting at scheduled times. Of those classes, 45, or 52 percent, are on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

In the biology department, which is offering 196 sections with set meeting times, 51 percent of classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Other departments, including chemistry, are also over the 45 percent limit for this semester.

According to Ponczek, only some departments follow the rule because it is only enforced in cases where rooms are lacking

day or period of time.

“The CBASM office sends out reports to the departments during the time they are developing their schedules showing their percentages for courses scheduled in general purpose classrooms,” Ponczek wrote. “Some departments comply better than others. We only move courses out of the requested times if we do not have a classroom at the time requested. So, if rooms are available, the percentages are exceeded in the final schedule.”

But busier days on campus come with other problems. In a B-Line statement released in August, Transportation and Parking Services acknowledged that students were encountering parking problems on Tuesdays and Thursdays and encouraged them to utilize the shuttle system if they had to park in lots farther away from the center of campus.

“Tuesdays and Thursdays are busy class days, so parking on campus may be tighter than other days,” the statement read. “If you are having trouble finding a spot, parking spaces are available in ZZ North [and] South, E1 and the new lot, Lot G1, which is adjacent to Glenn G. Bartle Drive.”

Nevertheless, the main issue for students remains unbalanced schedules and a lack of options.

Denisa Salemovic, a senior majoring in history, said she doesn’t mind having heavier days on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but definitely noticed the abundance of classes on the two-day schedule when she was selecting classes for the semester.

“All of my classes right now are on Tuesday and Thursday,” Salemovic said. “I’m only taking 300-levels and it seemed like if it was a 300-level class for me, it was on Tuesday and Thursday.”

‘Get to Know Us’ talks collaboration Students network with nonprofits PANEL FROM PAGE 1

The groups also discussed the importance of working together, and agreed they would like to see more collaboration among multicultural groups.

According to Madjena Joseph, president of the Haitian Student Association and a senior majoring in integrative neuroscience, her organization wants to create inclusive events.

“We plan on having events that cater to the whole multicultural community so we don’t isolate certain groups,” Joseph said.

Rachel Anszelowicz, a junior triplemajoring in philosophy, classical and Near Eastern studies and philosophy, politics and law, said she attended in order to learn about each organization’s message and goals for the upcoming year. After running for president of the Student Association last year, Anszelowicz said she realized there were many groups on campus she knew nothing about.

“There’s lots of different multicultural organizations,” Kojo Senoo Pipe Dream Photographer Anszelowicz said. “I want to learn about On Sept. 5, multicultural organizations came together in the University Union to discuss culture and ethnicity on campus. all the different groups.”

BPD receives criticism from YWCA YWCA FROM PAGE 1 respond to disturbances.

“In retrospect, calling the police on a black woman with a child was a dangerous mistake,” the post read. “One we apologize for and hope to learn from.

We are currently reviewing our policies on how to respond to disturbances at our facility.”

It is not the first time BPD has been accused of using excessive force on people of color. On Aug. 11, multiple police officers confronted and detained two black teenagers in the parking lot of Horace Mann Elementary School

near Recreation Park.

One teenager, a 13-year-old girl, was handcuffed for spray painting a wall by the school. While observing the incident, a 14-year-old boy with various cognitive and developmental disabilities was stopped and searched twice by police. He was later pinned down by three officers, handcuffed and detained at a mobile police unit.

In protest of BPD’s treatment of the two teenagers, Justice and Unity for the Southern Tier and the Progressive Leaders Of Tomorrow held a march and rally on Aug. 17 with roughly 200 people, including Binghamton

University students, in attendance.

According to the YWCA, incidents of excessive force by BPD are horrific and traumatizing, especially for children in the community.

“Incidents like this [affect] the entire community, particularly our children who are internalizing the message that the police cannot be counted on to respond appropriately,” the post read. “Unfortunately, we know this was not an isolated event. The racism and violence exhibited by the police should never have occurred, and cannot continue. The police officers must be held accountable.”

‘Community Connections’ caters to CCPA students Valerie Puma News Intern

Tables filled the University Downtown Center’s lobby Wednesday afternoon as local organizations gathered for the first Community Connections event of the year.

Hosted by Binghamton University’s College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA), the tabling event catered to undergraduate students studying human development. Victoria Viola, a student assistant for CCPA Career and Professional Services and a junior double-majoring in political science and history, helped organize the event to give students the chance to network and connect with different groups within the community.

“We want to put together these events once a month to reach out to students and make sure they know what’s going on,” Viola said. “Gearing toward CCPA students and human development majors, we help with résumé-building and cover letters, as well as job exploration by getting students to meet with organizations face-to-face through these Community Connections.”

Although it was scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the event saw lower attendance than expected, according to Viola.

“This is our first time organizing the event, it was kind of a test run,” Viola said. “We unknowingly picked a bad time of day — right when classes were going on. Next time, we’re going to schedule it for between classes.”

Organizations at the event included the Broome Community College Career Center, the Crime Victims Assistance Center and the Broome Country Urban League. Many came to reach out to students and educate them on issues, while others offered jobs and internships.

Jolynn Barton, habilitations coordinator for Community Options, Inc., came to the event to educate students about the national agency’s mission to develop housing and employment support for people with disabilities. Both Community Options, Inc. and the Southern Tier Independence Center are offering positions to undergraduate students.

“We’re currently looking for direct support professionals, which is an entry-level position where students would be working one-on-one with individuals who have disabilities,” Barton said. “I worked as a [direct support professional] while I was a fulltime undergrad student in the CCPA human development program. It’s super flexible and there’s always room to grow with the company.”

Other organizations came to the event with the intention of making themselves better known by BU students. Maxine Wright, a case manager for the Dean of Students Office, said the C.A.R.E. (Consultation, Assessment, Referral and Education) Team wants students to know about its services.

“We just really wanted students to know that we exist and we do a lot to help out, whether you’re having issues with a roommate or professor, or just looking to chat about something without going through the University Counseling Center,” Wright said. “We’re here to talk to students and offer help whether it’s small questions or bigger problems, they can always come to us.”

According to Viola, Wednesday’s event was the first of many to come, including a résumé-building workshop next month.

“It’s going to be called ‘Fall Back into a Fresh Resume,’ and it’ll be fall themed with hot cider and donuts,” Viola said.

“It’s going to be big and really fun, and we’re going to be planning a CCPA mini job [and] internship fair for later in the year.”

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OF PRIMARY IMPORTANCE

Only eight people voted on campus in the 2014 primary election, according to official data from the Broome County Board of Elections.

The numbers are only slightly better for the general election, with voter turnout for the 2014 midterm election clocking in at around 350 on-campus voters. Last year’s election was similar, with approximately 300 people voting on campus.

These numbers are clearly low, especially when considering the 7,000 students who reside on campus.

Though it fared much better, even the contentious 2016 presidential election didn’t feature a huge turnout, with only 2,755 students turning out to vote. Part of the problem is that not everyone is registered.

The students who voted in 2016

made up between 63.5 and 73.8 percent of registered student residents. Even the election for the president of the United States couldn’t inspire students to go out and vote.

This particular primary election is important because the midterm elections will be taking place in November. When President Donald Trump was first elected in 2016, those who were unhappy with his victory stressed the importance of these midterms. Those who are in favor of his presidency can show their support by voting, while people who want to see a change at the national level must recognize the necessity of these local elections

and vote as well.

Primaries can be the only opportunity voters have to select a candidate that they may agree with wholeheartedly.

When their preferred candidate does not make it to the general election, many complain about having to choose the lesser of two evils. Those who vote in the primary elections have a better chance of seeing the person they support later in the fall.

People who don’t vote should keep in mind that they shouldn’t complain if they don’t see their preferred candidate on the ballot in November.

Voting in the primaries also helps to determine the

path forward for one’s party.

The results inform the party’s candidates of how their base feels on many prominent issues.

The parties will use this data to determine their trajectories in the upcoming presidential elections as well. There are large divides in both the Republican party — as to whether or not party members should endorse Trump — and Democratic party, regarding how progressive it ought to be, and voting in the primary election could help steer the parties in one’s preferred direction.

Some of the reasons that the primary elections get such abysmal turnout have more to

do with the laws surrounding voting than each individual’s personal motivation to vote. It is difficult for out-of-state students or students who are registered in their hometown, rather than where they go to school, to get absentee ballots. In New York, an application for an absentee ballot or to change the address on one’s absentee ballot must be filed at least 25 days before the election.

Anyone who isn’t prioritizing the election a full month early will be out of luck on election day.

Additionally, those who don’t send in their absentee ballot more than a few days before election day feel as if their votes don’t count, because the elections are

already called before their ballot is even received.

Moreover, primaries are closed in New York, meaning that people can only vote in the primary for the party for which they are registered. Many people don’t register for a party, and thus cannot vote in any primary.

Eight voters shouldn’t be a difficult statistic to beat, but it will not happen unless students understand how imperative the primary elections are. Every vote counts, but only if it is cast in the first place. Students must prioritize their participation in governmental affairs, and voting in the primary election on Sept.

13 is the first step.

Views expressed in the opinion pages represent the opinions of the columnists. The only piece which represents the views of the Pipe Dream Editorial Board is the Staff Editorial, above. The Editorial Board is composed of the Editor-in-Chief, News Editor, Opinions Editor, Sports Editor and Arts & Culture Editor.

Nonverbal communication is no less valid than verbal communication Many, particularly those with autism, use their bodies to communicate Hannah Gulko

Contributing Columnist

You’d think talking to kids is easy — you just nod your head and speak in an uplifting tone while constantly ensuring and reinforcing their good behaviors, all while trying to squeeze in as many hugs or kisses as possible.

You’d think that after all your years of enlightenment, education and life experience, talking to a 2-year-old who’s marching around the classroom without pants and with ketchup dripping down the side of their mouth couldn’t

possibly be intimidating.

You’d quickly find that to be wrong.

The funny thing about children is that they are truly like sponges; they soak up every single thing you can offer them — even unconsciously — be it language, mannerisms, opinions, speech or beliefs. And because of that incredible quality, communication with children becomes one of the most indispensable and integral ways to help them develop.

This summer, I was honored to have the opportunity to work in an early-intervention school based in Holon, Israel for children diagnosed with autism, defined as “a developmental disability that can cause significant social,

communication and behavioral challenges.” I was placed in a classroom with 2 and 3-year-olds, my job being to direct several speech and physical therapy programs closely designed to match the behavioral and developmental needs of each student. In working with these specific students, many of whom were nonverbal, I discovered the incredible power in communicating without dialogue.

I began to help my students by teaching them how to talk using their entire bodies, becoming conscious of their control over their legs, their arms and fingers, their eyes and body language.

When asking for something, they learned to grab my hand and use

their arms to point to what they wanted, which was a significant advancement from frustrated crying. They learned to feel my face and watch my mouth when I gave their item a name and to repeat it back to me before getting it. They learned to communicate their emotions by finding eye contact, or by pressing my open palm to where they hurt so I knew to kiss it and say, “Hakol be’seder,” or “Everything is all right.” They began to play with each other by sharing toys, imitating each other’s verbal successes, using visual markers to display feelings and picking up on a few obvious social cues we exhibited for them to follow.

You can change a child’s

entire life by teaching them how to communicate with their peers and the people around them. Communication allows for interaction, for the building of relationships, for the attainment of goals and for the spread of knowledge. The staff I worked with marveled at the way our kids were thriving. We continued to talk to them, giving them an opportunity to listen, to imitate, to internalize. We encouraged them to talk to each other, to play with each other, to tell the classroom about their favorite thing that happened over the weekend.

It was there that I learned why it was so intimidating to talk to my kids. There were thousands

of opportunities for them to pick up on something negative and destructive hiding behind my attempts at teaching how to deal with frustration, anger or sadness.

There were so many times they could have quit because they couldn’t communicate their hardships to me.

Yet because they are kids, and because there are superheroes hiding in their tiny bodies, they persevered. And they tried. And failed. And tried again. And on my last day of work, they all ran up to give me a huge hug, and I knew that communicated more than a thousand words.

— Hannah Gulko is a junior majoring in human development.

Anti-Semitic groups should not be given a platform on campuses UCLA permitting SJP’s event normalizes the group’s anti-Israel ideology Michael Harel

Contributing Columnist

“We know that Zionism is ethnic cleansing, destruction, mass expulsion, apartheid and death, but it is also something very tangible.

The reason we can have hope is that Zionism is a human ideology and a set of laws that have been challenged and can be destroyed.”

This is a snippet of the platform for the 2018 National Students for Justice in Palestine Conference being hosted this November by UCLA. As a Zionist, this is a vicious attack by both the group and UCLA. Zionism is not racism, nor is it colonialism. Rather, it is the desire of the Jewish people

to turn to fruition their 2,000year longing for and connection to Israel. Moreover, Zionism is not monolithic, as Zionists sit on many ends of the political spectrum and hold different views on the conflict. Therefore, attacks on Zionism amount to denial of the right of the Jewish nation to self-determination in a land it has remained connected to throughout history, and this must be recognized as anti-Semitism.

Students for Justice in Palestine’s event platform is undeniably anti-Semitic, and UCLA’s welcoming of this group displays a worrisome normalization of radical anti-Israel ideology on university campuses that cannot be tolerated.

Students for Justice in Palestine is a student group active on many campuses that consistently uses

anti-Semitic rhetoric, which creates a hostile environment for Jewish students.

There are many societal issues Israel has to address, but to advocate for a boycott of the entire country or to deny Israel’s right to exist, as Students for Justice in Palestine often does, is one-sided, radical, anti-Semitic ideology, which sets a double standard for Israel on the world stage and fails to acknowledge not only the extremely complex history of the region, but also the diversity of opinion within Israel.

There is no shortage of cases of explicit anti-Semitism exhibited by Students for Justice in Palestine, with one such case including an article by the group in The California Aggie titled “Students for Justice in Palestine — kill and expect love?” In the article, the

group claimed that “the Israeli state systematically sterilizes its African population in order to support a white-supremacist bio-political project.” The claim that Israel sterilizes its Ethiopian population has long been discredited, but the author’s especially heinous accusation bears similarity to the anti-Semitic tropes of the middle ages, such as the blood libels and the claim that Jews caused the Black Plague by poisoning wells.

Unfortunately, such rhetoric, which delegitimizes, demonizes and holds Israel to a double standard, is increasingly accepted as legitimate political discourse.

In a statement defending the conference, UCLA stated that it is its obligation to allow students free speech “regardless of whether the ideas they express are controversial or offensive.”

However, it

concedes, “Especially in a university setting, controversial topics should be discussed thoughtfully and respectfully, free from demonization, insult or ethnic bias.” How is it realistic to expect a group that is inherently anti-Semitic to abide by these standards?

Interning in Israel over the summer, I had the pleasure of attending a moving event in the heart of Jerusalem, which brought Palestinian families and Israeli families together to celebrate the World Cup. The inspiring event was hosted by a grassroots organization entitled Kulna Jerusalem, which works to bring Palestinians and Israelis together in order to advance coexistence through mutual understanding.

Movements like these, which emphasize the humanity in both

Palestinians and Israelis, are the only path to resolving the conflict.

Demonizing rhetoric from groups such as Students for Justice in Palestine is not only harmful to university communities, but also makes peace that much harder by simplifying and further polarizing a complex conflict.

As the 2018 CAMERA Fellow, in which I contribute to an organization that works to correct reporting inaccuracies on both sides of the IsraeliPalestinian conflict, I have learned the importance of students challenging the information we hear. No conflict is one-sided, and there should be no toleration for groups that use hate as a means of activism.

— Michael Harel is a senior majoring in political science.

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Dos Rios Cantina, located at 60 Court St. in Downtown Binghamton, has specials from $5 tacos to $5 margaritas throughout the course of the week.

Dos Rios Cantina brings new flavor and flair to Downtown Taste your way through tacos and tequila Nikkolette Sather

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Since its opening in the beginning of summer 2018, Dos Rios Cantina has been bringing a new vibe to the dining experience in Downtown Binghamton.

The name “Dos Rios” stems from the meaning “two rivers,” which gives reverence to the two rivers that meet in Confluence Park in Downtown Binghamton.

Jordan Rindgen, owner and

general manager of Dos Rios, decided he wanted to do something different while bringing the feel of a larger city to the community.

“The reason for the layout of the restaurant is to be able to have a bar crowd, an intimate dinner for two, and to also be able to host larger parties all at the same time,” wrote Rindgen in an email. “As for the artwork, it was a collaboration between our partners as well as artists Bruce Greg and Damien Mitchel.”

Rindgen said Dos Rios sets itself apart from its competition with its intriguing decor, extensive tequila and mezcal selection with over 120 choices and its Mega

Margarita, large enough for any party to share. Rindgen expresses that he is happy with the turnout and atmosphere Dos Rios creates for the area.

“Our goal was to create something unique that can produce awesome brunch vibes, fun dinner parties and a cool bar scene,” Rindgen wrote. “But at the same time it’s intimate enough for a couple to have a nice date.”

According to Rindgen, you shouldn’t skip on its extensive guac and queso selection on your next dine-in experience, and be sure to try the garlic mojo habanero shrimp. Also, you

can’t forget about the tequila and mezcal.

“We have an awesome selection of appetizers, tacos and entrees,” wrote Rindgen. “Some house favorites include plantain boats or buffalo shrimp for our appetizers, [Dos Rios] Lobster taco or the [Dos Rios] fish tacos.

House favorite entrees include the blackened snapper, chili rellenos and of course our burritos. We have a prep crew in every day of the week preparing the food so everything is made fresh in-house daily.”

Dos Rios also has specials going on throughout the week to keep your college budget in check, with

$5 street tacos and $3 Dos Equis on Tuesdays, $5 margaritas and bingo at 9 p.m. on Wednesdays, with $3 Dos Equis and half off the Mega Margarita once bingo is over. On the weekends, bottomless mimosas are available at brunch from 11 a.m to 4 p.m.

Rindgen said that he doesn’t see the bustling dining experience Downtown as a threat to the business part of things at all.

“We thrive off one another, it’s a win-win situation for all downtown establishments,” Rindgen wrote. “The more outstanding places that are Downtown, the more people it will attract.”

Rindgen looks for Dos Rios to serve all walks of life with its accommodating space that can suit how any guest may be feeling that night.

“We are looking to serve students, young professionals, families, doctors, lawyers, in a nutshell, anyone who is looking to come out for a great drinking and dining experience,” Rindgen wrote.

Dos Rios is located at 60 Court St. and is open Tuesday to Thursday from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., Friday from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Pitchfork Media Rapper and producer JPEGMAFIA is set to perform at Binghamton Underground Music Presents on Sept. 20 in the University Union Undergrounds.

BUMP brings rapper JPEGMAFIA The rapper will perform on Sept. 20 Katy Wong Arts & Culture Editor Binghamton Underground Music Presents (BUMP) will be bringing L.A.-based rapper and producer JPEGMAFIA to campus on Sept. 20 for the first concert of the fall semester.

Last year, hip-hop artist Topaz Jones kicked off the first show of the semester with opening band Crumb. Mika Itkin-Weinstein, the BUMP chair and a senior majoring in English, is looking forward to having another rapper headline the upcoming show.

“I am so excited to have a rapper again, but this time, something more hardcore, experimental and political,” Itkin-Weinstein said. “I think it’s so important to book artists of a variety of genres and expose people to new music.”

JPEGMAFIA, born Barrington Hendricks, is a native New Yorker who lived in both Queens and East Flatbush, Brooklyn before moving to Alabama at the age of 13. At age

14, he started producing his own beats and eventually, his own raps. Hendricks said his rap style is in part influenced by former N.W.A member Ice Cube, who is known for his unapologetic lyrics that address local political issues.

Hendricks later moved to Louisiana to join the Air Force, where he spent a total of four years in countries including Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan and Japan. During his military stay in Japan, he began to experiment with music and formed a group called Ghost Pop, when he gained local buzz in Tokyo. In 2015, he was honorably discharged from the Air Force and moved to Baltimore to produce music under the name JPEGMAFIA. Hendricks is known for his politically packed lyrics that deal with current issues including racism and homophobia.

His 22-track album, “Black Ben Carson,” received national publicity for its songs discussing the political climate of the 2016 presidential primaries.

In a 2017 interview with The Baltimore Sun, Hendricks said he takes pride in his hard-

hitting lyrics.

“Everything I say is true and from the heart,” he said.

“I exaggerate some things, but the core base of it is just facts.

I’m going to shock you with the truth. I’m just going to give it to you raw, and however you take it, I’m just going to watch your reaction.”

His most recent album, “Veteran,” debuted in January of this year and received critical and commercial acclaim. In the album, Hendricks shares his personal experiences about the difficulties he faced while serving in the Air Force.

Itkin-Weinstein said she has high expectations for the show and hopes students are equally as enthusiastic.

“This is going to be so different than any BUMP show we’ve ever had,” ItkinWeinstein said. “Expect an intense dancing, mosh-filled time … his intensity and power on stage are going to be a wild experience.”

JPEGMAFIA will perform on Thursday, Sept. 20 in the University Union Undergrounds.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m.

Admission is free for students.

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Art of Binghamton gallery combines history and music Artists and vendors come together for exhibition Marcus Budashewitz Contributing Writer The Art of Binghamton exhibition debuted two years ago at the Roberson Music and Science Center with a dedication to providing a platform for Binghamton’s thriving local art scene. Now in its third year, the event is on the rise with a second day slated for live performers at the Art of Binghamton Music Fest.

The Gallery Opening will take place on Friday, Sept. 14 and will showcase pieces from many mediums of artwork including acrylic paintings, photography and digital art.

“Art has helped revitalize our community,” said Matthew Card, event organizer and photographer.

“With help from the Gorgeous Washing[ton] Street Society, First Friday, LUMA and the Department of Public Art, music and the arts are bringing people together now more than ever.”

While each artist has a different vision for their work, the common denominator is that the art is centered around portraying a fresh and new perspective of the community.

“Each piece is a unique representation of Binghamton’s past, present and future vision, with the artists’ pride and love for their hometown reflected in their work,” Card said. “This show features an eclectic group of works that range from classic art to advanced digital art,

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The exhibition “Art of Binghamton” will open to the public this Friday and Saturday at the Bundy Museum of History and Art in Downtown Binghamton.

and offers eye-opening visions of Binghamton.”

Binghamton’s artistic community is constantly bustling with events like Blues on the Bridge, Porchfest and July Fest. With the help of these other events, Art of Binghamton provides an outlet to bring the community together.

“When people view art, it stirs

up many emotions and leads to others sharing their own stories and experiences which they’ve had in the area,” Card said. “It’s really cool to hear what people have to say.”

Running all day on Sept. 15 will be the Art of Binghamton Music Fest that features five different hour-and-a-half performances.

Miles Ahead, Peaches and Crime,

Melanie and the Boys, Voodoo Highway and Dirt Farm are all local bands that are set to take the stage.

Local food vendors, a distillery, winery and brewery will all be present for those who attend, and the gallery will be open to the public throughout the entirety of the Music Fest. According to Card, the events are centered around

showcasing the work of the artists, but the purpose is much broader and all-encompassing than that.

“My hope is for the attendees to gain a deeper appreciation for not just art, but for our city as a whole,” Card said. “I want for them to have a good time with their family and friends, to take in the art, food and music and learn something about the city that they

didn’t know before.”

The Gallery Opening will take place on Friday, Sept. 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the Art of Binghamton Music Fest will be on Saturday, Sept. 15 from noon to 10 p.m. Admission is free and both events will be at the Bundy Museum of History and Art at 129 Main St. in Binghamton, New York.

The Rosefsky Gallery showcases artist Jenny Day The show will be on display until Sept. 30 Gabriela Iacovano Arts & Culture Last Thursday, the Elsie B. Rosefsky Memorial Art Gallery in the Fine Arts Building welcomed visiting artist Jenny Day’s exhibition, “Lone Star, True But Whatever,” with a public, two-hour reception.

Day’s exhibition, which will be shown in the gallery until Sept. 30, is inspired by her trip this past year to Port Aransas, Texas, a city that faced heavy damage from Hurricane Harvey.

She said the series is meant to reflect the city’s resilience and patriotism while also exploring humor and irony as a response to current events.

“Right now we’re in a serious time, but there isn’t always a serious response to it, especially with how we are on social media,” she said. “I wanted to reflect that un-seriousness.”

Her paintings feature remnants of a battered physical landscape, as well as elements drawn from dreams, memories or internet icons. Patches of gold leaf and glitter burst from her canvases, which are often framed with images of winding snakes or ribbons.

On display for the first time are Day’s “cut ups” — collages of scraps and photographs that inform the images in her paintings and are sometimes directly translated into paintings. Day has never shown these before, but she decided

The Elsie B. Rosefsky Memorial Art Gallery opened last Thursday, Sept. 6, with visiting artist Jenny Day.

to display them alongside her paintings for the first time at Binghamton University.

“I thought that since this is an educational space, I could show part of my process,” she said.

Since finishing graduate school at the University of Arizona four years ago, Day

has shown her work mostly in group shows or commercial galleries. BU will be the first college campus she has shown at since she graduated, and this new setting has given her room to expand. As a result, the pieces in this exhibition are larger than any she has shown before.

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from the school, I have a lot more room to be experimental with size and topic,” she said.

Her decision to include larger pieces in this exhibition also stemmed from an experience she had while viewing another artist’s work during a visit to Marfa, Texas.

“When I was walking through

the exhibition, all I could think was, ‘I have to paint bigger,’” she said.

Halfway through the reception, attendees gathered around Day while she spoke about the exhibition and answered questions. She discussed her undergraduate background in environmental science,

emphasizing that her academic and career path has been full of surprises. Years after earning her first undergraduate degree, Day earned a bachelor’s in fine arts in painting at University of Alaska Fairbanks while working as a horticulturist.

“After graduation, I found that I moved around a bunch, but I was always making things,” she said. “I felt like I needed to go back to school.”

Day’s background in environmental science is reflected in her art, which draws inspiration from natural disasters and features themes of environmental destruction.

Megan Munley, a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering, said that Day’s interdisciplinary approach to art reflects her own converging interests in nature, engineering and photography.

“I’m a sustainability minor, so seeing that she’s using her art to show a lot of what’s going on in the world is great,” she said.

“She’s using her second passion to inform her art.”

Jackie Kachadourian, a senior double-majoring in art and design and theatre, said that she appreciated the culturally relevant subject matter of Day’s art.

“It’s interesting to see social media and environmental studies in her painting, and it’s a different approach to painting than you normally see,” Kachadourian said.

The exhibition will be shown in the Rosefsky Gallery until Sept. 30. The gallery is open to the public, free of charge.

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Sophomore forward Jack Muller had one of Binghamton’s two shots on goal in its 3-0 road loss to Columbia this past Monday.

BU downs Lehigh, falls to Columbia in shutout McDonnell buries gamewinning goal in victory Grace Palumbo

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While the rest of the University enjoyed some time off, the Binghamton men’s soccer team took to the field in Manhattan in a match against Columbia on Monday. The Bearcats (1-41) looked to capture a second victory this season, but were put off by stiff competition from the Lions (2-1-1), losing the match 0-3.

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was able to record a tie and a victory against Monmouth and Lehigh, respectively. The match against Monmouth proved a nail-biter that ended in a double overtime shutout on both sides. Contributing greatly to the team’s success was redshirt junior goalkeeper Chris Shutler, who remained in goal for the duration of the match, racking up seven saves against the Nighthawks.

Against the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, the Bearcats were down early before they made a comeback in the second half.

Originally tied at 1-1, freshman midfielder Andrew McDonnell

put the Bearcats ahead 2-1 on a corner kick from sophomore midfielder Noah Luescher. The goal proved to be a monumental moment not only for the team, which took home its first victory of the season, but also for McDonnell, as the goal was the first of his collegiate career.

“I thought we were playing quite well in the last few matches on the road,” said BU head coach Paul Marco. “We go down to Columbia and we just didn’t execute and play to our strengths. We didn’t do the things we had done in the previous two games, and Columbia’s a good team, and they punished us for

our mistakes.”

The Bearcats, with Shutler in goal, were able to hold off Columbia longer than they held off Cornell and Drexel in previous matches, as the Lions did not net a goal until almost 24 minutes into regulation.

BU was unable to counter Columbia’s first goal, and instead, the Lions rifled another shot in the net just 14 minutes later. Both freshman forward Kostas Nika and graduate student midfielder Florian Orth launched shots in response to this second goal before the half ended, but neither resulted in any scores for the Bearcats.

Coming into the second half, sophomore forward Jack Muller took the reins and posted two shots for the Bearcats. His efforts proved futile, however, and minutes later, Columbia scored its third goal of the game.

Despite numerous shot attempts from the Bearcats for the remainder of regulation play, the team failed to put the ball in the cage and lost without a score on the board. Columbia walked off the field as victors, taking the match, 3-0.

“I thought that, going into the game, I thought we could cause them some problems in certain areas,” Marco said. “At

times we did, I just don’t think we did enough in the game. We have become a team who is more happy possessing the soccer ball than trying to score goals. If we can just solve that one little problem, I think that we’ll be less playing on our end, we’ll create less chaos for us and more chaos for the opponent.”

Looking to earn its second win of the season, the men’s soccer team will take on Colgate University in its first home game in two weeks on Friday, Sept.

14. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. from the Bearcats Sports Complex in Vestal, New York.

Volleyball picks up first win after Wyoming Invitational Bearcats down Siena following 0-9 start Yaakov Spivack

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The Binghamton volleyball team was defeated in all three of its matches in the Wyoming Invitational this weekend.

This performance tacks on an additional three losses to what has already been a winless season for the Bearcats — that is, until Tuesday’s match against Siena College, which BU (1-9) took in five nail-biting sets.

“The Wyoming tournament — we played well at times but we just didn’t play very consistent,” said BU head coach Glenn Kiriyama.

“We played some very tough teams … so we’re just trying to improve a little bit each match.”

On Friday afternoon, the Bearcats began the tournament with a match against the University of Wyoming. The Cowgirls (8-1) downed BU in three sets, the first of three straight wins that they enjoyed this weekend during their participation in the UniWyo Invite.

It was a one-sided match, as the Cowgirls made it difficult for Binghamton to find an edge. They took the first set 25-9, the second 25-15 and the third and final set 25-12. Senior outside hitter Gaby Alicea led the Bearcats with 9.5 points during the opening game.

Later that evening, the Bearcats took on Murray State University. This match featured the Racers (5-4) overpowering BU in three sets. Murray State started the match strong, taking set one 25-15 and set two 25-12. In set

three, Binghamton came out with an early lead and managed to keep the score to within a few points for most of the set. It wasn’t until the set’s concluding points that the Racers took control, ending it 25-21. Senior outside hitter Erin Shultz led the Bearcats with nine points on nine kills.

On Saturday, Binghamton participated in its final match of the tournament, facing off against Arizona State University.

In this match, the Sun Devils (72) defeated BU in three straight sets. Both teams fought hard in every frame, but each ended with a comfortable victory for Arizona State. Alicea led the Bearcats with 15 points on 14 kills in BU’s seventh consecutive sweep.

On Tuesday, the Bearcats traveled to Loudonville, New York, where they played Siena College (1-9). BU triumphed over the Saints, taking the match in five contested sequences. In the first set, Siena came out firing, scoring nine unanswered points. A service error and then a ball handling error from Siena sophomore setter Jessica Eblin got Binghamton its first two points of the match. BU managed 10 points during the set, including six kills and one service ace.

Set two was far more competitive at a point when Binghamton seemed to be on a familiar road of being swept.

Although the Saints came out with an early advantage, BU was not ready to go down without a fight, scoring point after point to overcome what had been at most a six-point deficit. The teams traded leads as either one fought hard to take the frame, which saw eight ties and four lead changes.

Graduate student middle hitter Lexi LaGoy tallied eight blocks and 11 kills, including the game-winner, in BU’s victory over Siena.

The sequence set ended in Siena’s favor, as the Saints overcame the Bearcats, 25-23.

In the third set, Siena scored six unanswered points for an early lead. Following a timeout, Binghamton rallied back hard, tying twice before finally gaining a five-point lead. While the Saints did their best to catch up, BU held onto its advantage throughout the set, taking it 2521. This frame marked the first time in 24 sequences that BU

came out on top.

During set four, both teams battled in what was another elimination round. Right out of the gate, neither team had the upper hand, going point-forpoint until the very end. Backto-back kills made for a nail-biter of a set, as a kill from Alicea tied it at 25. The teams exchanged points until BU finally took the set 30-28 courtesy of a kill from Shultz and then an attack error

by Siena.

The Bearcats overcame their opponent in set five, taking it 1511 with the game-winning point coming via a kill by graduate student middle hitter Lexi LaGoy. “[LaGoy] … she works hard,” Kiriyama said. “She’s in on every play, both blocking and in transition hitting. I think tonight she had one of her better offensive games, and it was vital to us, especially down the stretch.

She’s one of those players that wants the ball in those crucial

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times, and she wanted it tonight and really came through.”

Alicea ended the game with a career high in kills, a performance that included her 1,000th career kill.

The Bearcats will kick off the Sacred Heart Hampton Inn Invitational on Friday, Sept. 14 as they take on the University of Rhode Island. First serve is scheduled for 4 p.m. from the William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, Connecticut.

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Thursday, September 13, 2018

Week 2: Start ‘em or sit ‘em?

Evan Cole Assistant Sports Editor

Fantasy Football

Rosalie Coschignano Contributing Photographer Freshman defender Kayla MacKenzie scored the opening goal in the Bearcats’ 2-0 home win over the Big Red, her first of the year.

Binghamton thwarts Cornell MacKenzie nets first career goal in home win Samantha Marsh Contributing Writer

The Binghamton women’s soccer team had a near-perfect performance during Sunday’s game against Cornell, defeating the Big Red, 2-0. Of the 15 shots taken by the Binghamton Bearcats (3-3-2), 13 of the shots were on goal, making this game Binghamton’s most accurate shooting performance of the season.

“We’re defending higher up the field, so that starts our transition closer to goal, and when we have that, that gives us better shot selection,” said BU head coach Neel Bhattacharjee. “We’re not settling for shots 30 to 35 yards from goal; we’re getting closer in and around the 18 [yard line].”

In the beginning of the match, Cornell (1-4) and Binghamton traded shots for the first 18 minutes before freshman defender Kayla MacKenzie stepped in to make both the first goal of the game and the first goal of her collegiate career. As a left back, MacKenzie demonstrated her knowledge of offensive play as she

took a powerful shot that deflected off a Cornell player into the goal.

“We’re very happy for [MacKenzie] to get her first collegiate career goal,” Bhattacharjee said. “[MacKenzie] is a left back, so it’s not usual for one of our defenders to score, but in [MacKenzie’s] case, she’s someone that can really help us get the ball out of the back.”

Out of the eight shots taken by the Bearcats in the first half of the game, all eight were on goal, with shots taken by sophomore midfielder Sarah Dibble, sophomore midfielder Dora Hayes, redshirt senior forward Kayla Saager and sophomore forward Genna Michitti. Just one out of five shots taken by the Big Red were on goal, with the lone shot on goal taken by junior midfielder Karli Berry.

The shot resulted in the only save freshman goalkeeper Haylee Poltorak had to make the entire length of the game.

“I think that we took a good chunk of pressure off of [Poltorak] and really the whole back line,” Bhattacharjee said. “I thought the defense was outstanding, but really it was everyone. We struggled on our Western Pennsylvania trip when we played St. Francis and Duquesne

because we really weren’t defending as hard as I would have liked up the field, so what’s really changed since then is our forwards have done a good job in terms of defending higher up the field, our midfield has done a good job of defending the middle part of the field and when that happens, it creates turnovers and more possession opportunities for us.”

Binghamton controlled play during the second half of the game, only allowing the Big Red to attempt two shots, whereas the Bearcats were able to put in seven with five on goal

by Saager, Michitti and junior forward Ryan Reilly. Shortly after a yellow card was given to Cornell’s junior forward Kennedy Yearby, one of the shots by Saager found the back of the net, extending Binghamton’s advantage to two in the 80th minute. The score was assisted by Reilly, who fed the ball to Saager’s head. Saager directed the header to the top right of the goal, marking her fifth goal of the season.

The Bearcats have two games before America East Conference play begins and are set to play Bryant University next on Thursday, Sept.

13. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. from the Bearcats Sports Complex in Vestal, New York.

Quarterback Start: Alex Smith (WAS): Smith put up an efficient Redskins debut on the road against the Cardinals last Sunday, throwing for 255 yards and two touchdowns without committing a turnover. He is poised to put up another solid game against the Colts this Sunday. Smith’s supporting cast of shortyardage specialists fits his skill set strongly, making him one of the safer week two options at QB. Philip Rivers (LAC): Rivers put up gaudy numbers against the Chiefs to open the season and could have had an even better day if not for some drops by his receivers. A near-certainty to attempt at least 40 passes, Rivers should see similar success against the Bills’ defense, which gave up 47 points to the Ravens.

Sit: Matt Ryan (ATL): Ryan has fallen far from the MVP campaign he posted two seasons ago and suffered a repeat performance of last year’s NFL Divisional playoff game against the Eagles this past Thursday. Despite an incredibly talented supporting cast, the change in offensive coordinators from Kyle Shanahan to Steve Sarkisian has crippled the Falcons’ red zone efficiency. Leave Ryan on your bench this week.

If you’re desperate: Tyrod Taylor (CLE): Taylor’s ability to limit turnovers and be a dual-threat QB has consistently provided solid streamer value throughout the past couple of years. Now facing a Saints defense that was gashed by journeyman Ryan Fitzpatrick, Taylor is in a good position to build on a solid week one performance. Owned in just 42.5 percent of ESPN fantasy leagues, Taylor provides a high floor for owners in need of a starter.

Running back Start: Lamar Miller (HOU): Miller’s productivity with the Texans has been significantly bolstered by the presence of Deshaun Watson, averaging 91.1 yards from scrimmage and totaling four touchdowns in eight games with Watson in the lineup. In comparison, he has averaged only 66 scrimmage yards with two total touchdowns without Houston’s starting QB. The Titans’ front seven showed some vulnerability last week against a less prolific Dolphins offense, providing Miller with a good opportunity to produce on Sunday.

Adrian Peterson (WAS): AP turned in a vintage performance against the Cardinals last week, handling 28 touches for 166 total yards and a touchdown. Peterson should continue to see a heavy workload on early downs within a conservative Washington offense. While these performances won’t be sustainable, ride with the veteran until he shows signs of rust.

Sit: Jets RBs: Isaiah Crowell feasted while Bilal Powell enjoyed a decent performance against a deflated Lions defense on Monday night. This backfield’s strength on an NFL roster is exactly what caps its value in fantasy; its unpredictability affords opportunity for

either back to thrive in any given game.

Leave both of these backs on the bench for a home game against the Dolphins.

If you’re desperate: Frank Gore (MIA): Gore certainly isn’t the most exciting option at this point in his career, but he is still getting enough touches to have a randomly good game. If your roster’s RBs aren’t inspiring, Gore could be a relatively safe option to plug and play this week.

Wide receiver Start: Quincy Enunwa (NYJ): Flying under the radar due to both neck surgery and the emergence of Robby Anderson, Enunwa was targeted on nearly half of his routes ran in week one. Frequently targeted as rookie Sam Darnold’s safety option, Enunwa should be a stable source of production this week, particularly in PPR leagues.

Emmanuel Sanders (DEN): Sanders absolutely torched the Seahawks’ defense in week one, and his 11 targets provide optimism for consistency moving forward.

Facing a Raiders defense that recently traded its best player, Sanders is poised for a repeat performance in week two.

Sit: Sammy Watkins (KC): Watkins has the speed and athleticism to explode any week, but is low on the totem pole in Kansas City, whose offense is laden with weapons.

He could put up prolific numbers against Pittsburgh this week, but the odds are much more likely he totals 2 to 5 points.

If you’re desperate: Kenny Golladay (DET): A preseason stud in 2017, Golladay appears to have secured a prominent role in the Lions’ passing attack this season. Considering Detroit barely runs the ball, it is not a concern that Golladay is behind both Golden Tate and Marvin Jones Jr. on the depth chart. In a very pass-happy offense facing a mediocre 49ers secondary, Golladay could have similar production to Monday’s even-catch, 114-yard performance this week.

Tight end Start: Jared Cook (OAK): Old-school head coach Jon Gruden and QB Derek Carr have at least one thing in common: an affinity for check downs. This leaves Cook in a surprisingly bright spot moving forward, as both Carr and Gruden are fine with feeding him targets over the likes of Amari Cooper and Jordy Nelson.

George Kittle (SF): In an offense lacking proven weapons, Kittle can provide sneaky value as one of Jimmy Garoppolo’s favorite targets. Leading the team in targets last week against Minnesota, Kittle should have plenty of opportunity to succeed against the Lions this week.

Sit: David Njoku (CLE): Njoku was a trendy pick in fantasy drafts this summer due to his eye-popping athleticism and perceived role within a vaunted Browns offense. He still struggles with drops and is not a reliable option heading into week two.

If you’re desperate: Eric Ebron (IND): Ebron will not see nearly as many routes as teammate Jack Doyle, but he should still factor in as a weapon for the Colts in the red zone this Sunday. Playing a position with very little depth, Ebron has as much opportunity as many tight ends to find the end zone this week.

Golf places fifth at Alex Lagowitz Memorial Invitational Lane finishes second in strong team performance Gregory Maitles

Contributing Writer

Provided by Colgate Athletic Department Sophomore Justin Lane turned in the best finish of his college career this past weekend, tying for second place with a minusone score.

This past weekend, the Binghamton golf team traveled to Colgate for the Alex Lagowitz Memorial Invitational.

The Bearcats vastly improved on their opening performance on Labor Day Weekend, finishing fifth out of 17 teams.

Leading the charge for the Bearcats, once again, was sophomore Justin Lane, who shot 68-75-72 over three rounds for a total of 215, leaving him at one under par (-1) and earning him a second place finish. Sophomore Jack Casler of Cornell tied with Lane at the end of the two-day event.

This finish gave Lane his third top10 finish of his collegiate career. In both tournaments so far this season, he has finished in the top 20 overall. His second-place finish is also the highest finish by a Bearcat since 2016, and his

opening round score of 68 is the best score a Bearcat has shot in a round since 2015.

“I made a lot of pars in a row to kind of start the round and then toward the end I started to make a lot of putts,” Lane said. “[I] made some really good putts to save pars and also some really good putts to make birdie.”

The next-highest finish for the Bearcats over the weekend was sophomore D.J. Griffiths, playing in his first tournament as a Bearcat. Griffiths shot a 77-72-73 over three rounds for a total of 222, landing him in 26th place overall. Griffiths started out slow after a rough first round, but was able to come back after a stellar final two rounds.

Tying for 34th place overall was senior Zak Ottman, who shot a 76-73-75 for a three-round total of 224.

“Everybody knows that we’re a lot deeper this year and nobody’s job is really safe,” Lane said. “Last year, it didn’t really matter how you played, you’d probably still be in the lineup, but this year that’s not the case. If you have one bad round, you’re easily in jeopardy

of losing your spot.”

As for the opposing teams in the tournament, sophomore Brendan Cronin of Lafayette shot ten under par for a total score of 206, finishing first overall. Lafayette went on to place first at the end of the weekend, with a threeround, total team score of 867. This was 10 strokes better than the second place team, Drexel, who finished with a score of 877. Cornell (878), Seton Hall (879) and the Bearcats (882) rounded out the top five.

The Bearcats collectively had 152 pars over three rounds, which was the seventh-highest out of 17 teams. The birdie total for the Bearcats was 41, placing them inside the top five. In addition, the Bearcats had two eagles, good enough for the third-highest number of the weekend as a team.

Griffiths and Lane each shot 11 birdies, tying for the highest individual count for BU over the weekend.

Next highest was sophomore Nacho Glagovsky with seven, followed by Ottman and junior Ryan Rodriguez, who both shot six birdies. Ottman and

Glagovsky each had one eagle, splitting the team total after three rounds.

Griffith’s and Lane’s 11 birdies were the sixth-highest individual total for the weekend, tying with a few other opposing players at that number.

Lane shot 34 pars and was the leader in that category for the Bearcats, with Rodriguez finishing one shy of him with 33 pars over three rounds. Ottman shot 32 total pars, and Glagovsky finished with 27. Griffiths finished last out of all participating Bearcats with 26 pars, to round out the 152 total shot by the team.

Lane’s 34 pars were tied for the tenth-highest this weekend, with Rodriguez coming just short of the top10 with his total of 33. The fifth-place team finish is the Bearcats’ highest finish in nearly a year, since they finished third at the Matthews Auto Intercollegiate in October last year.

The Bearcats will look to build off of this solid performance this weekend at the Cornell Fall Invitational, which is scheduled to start Saturday, Sept. 15 in Ithaca, New York.