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WHAT’S IN THIS WEEK’S PAPER... LIFE “While it can be hard to pick the best place to score a scoop of one’s favorite flavor, Washington makes it easy by hosting a plethora of sweet locales.” -P.7
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“The College’s senior art majors have spent months planning, designing and creating their pieces . . . the seniors whose art is now on display are Kristen Adams ’19, Rob Nelson ’19, Cassie Olszewski ’19 and Maddi Rhodes ’19.” -P.8
OPINIONS “But if people live with someone who they do not know well enough, it can be a little harder to connect and communicate with them.” -P.13
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Olin Art Gallery Debuts Senior Show I PAGE 8
“This was a big win for the Presidents, as it was their first PAC victory this year and the first win in their last four games.” -P.16
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Senior Spotlight: Lisa Huff Intersession in Greece Nicole Walters Red & Black Staff
Lisa Huff ‘19 will be graduating soon after four years of hard work at Washington & Jefferson College. She is a psychology major with a minor in gender and women’s studies. She is finishing her last semester by taking Queer Theory, Introduction to German, Cognitive Psychology and a Vocal Music lesson as an art credit. She is also completing her capstone requirement for the psychology major by taking Spatial Learning with Dr. Klitz. Huff feels excited that she is completing her last semester at W&J, but she is sad it is coming to a close. “It is a tough time because we are so close to the end, but other than that bittersweet aspect, it is going pretty well,” said Huff. After graduation, Huff will be looking to gaining real-world experience in the field of human resources or as an administrative position through a college closer to her hometown. After working in either of these fields, she plans to attend graduate school for higher education or African American studies. While this means she will be staying in Pennsylvania, she is not opposed to leaving the state when it comes to applying for graduate school in a year. She will miss some things about the College, including the campus itself, the atmosphere and the learning environment. “I will miss my friends being so close to me. It is only four years that you have here, but your friends truly become your family.” Huff has had
several impactful positions on W&J’s campus. She served as a Resident Assistant and was the president of the Black Student Union (BSU) during her junior year. She has worked and cared for many of her friends and to make their time here on campus better. Huff ’s favorite memory is from the spring semester of 2018 when BSU planned the Diaspora, and the event was a success. “While it was not the biggest or the most memorable event, there was so much work that went into it that I still feel so much pride from that moment.” When asked if there was any advice that she would give to non-graduating students, she stated that students should do as much as they can. Huff believes time in college will go faster than students think is possible and that “it is better to make memories that people look at with a critical eye than to leave with no memories at all.” Overall, Huff has had a great time filled with memories and friends, and she looks forward to navigating life after W&J.
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Huff is heavily involved with the Black Student Union.
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Courtney Finney ‘20 is a childhood education major at Washington & Jefferson College. She has always been very passionate about traveling due to the new experiences and adventures that it presents. In fact, the travel opportunities available to students at W&J are one of the key reasons why Finney chose to attend. She has always aspired to travel to Greece due to the beautiful landscape and culture. Finney was able to travel to Greece for an Intersession trip last year, before Intersession merged into JayTerm. The majority of the time spent in Greece was in the city of Monastiraki, where students studied internal stress and how to deal with it most effectively. They did their studies in a classroom setting, as well as through volunteering with sea turtles and refugees. The hands-on work in Greece had such a great impact on Courtney that she decided to get a tattoo of a turtle near her ankle while on the trip. The seventeen students were given the chance to travel to several different attractions and areas of Greece, including Cape Sounion, otherwise known as Poseidon’s temple, Athena’s temple, Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Tower of the Winds, Agora and the Acropolis Museum. Finney especially enjoyed the mini-cruise to the islands Hydra, Poros and Aegina. Finney loved the cuisine in Greece. Her favorite snack was the bougatsa, which she at for breakfast most days. Bougatsa is a Greek breakfast pastry. If Finney could change one thing about
the trip, she would have chosen to spend a day on the beach to soak in the beautiful scenery. Finney did love all of the scenery she was able to see. “Everything was exciting; we were constantly on the move looking at beautiful sites.” She enjoyed traveling to Poseidon’s temple. “He was my favorite Greek God to learn about when I was growing up,” said Finney. What resonated with Finney the most throughout the trip was being able to help those in need. During their stay, the students were able to volunteer at the Caritats Refugee Center in Athens. They also volunteered a few days at Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Center. She loved this Intersession trip so much that she has decided to study the culture of Italy next JayTerm in 2020 in the class LAN 250: Made in Italy. “I cannot wait to travel with my sister and learn more about our family heritage,” said Finney. This travel course will provide Finney with a new opportunity to see the world.
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Finney pauses at a scenic overlook over the city of Athens, Greece.
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CPS Security Logs Disclaimer: The Red&Black prints CPS Security Logs as they are reported to the Red&Black staff by CPS.
The Red&Black is in no way responsible for allegations made by CPS. Staff members edit the logs solely for clarity. DATE: 04/07/19 INCIDENT #: 2673 LOCATION: New Res, 1st Floor CLASSIFICATION: Underage Drinking CPS reports that an RA contacted officers relative to the above location for a noise complaint. Upon arrival, police reportedly encountered a student who was under the age of 21 to be in possession of alcohol. CPS says that the student will be charged criminally.
DATE: 04/08/19 INCIDENT #: 2675 LOCATION: Lincoln St. @ E. Chestnut St. CLASSIFICATION: Act 64 Police observed a driver commit a moving violation. CPS conducted a traffic stop at the above location. The operator of the vehicle, a non-student, was allegedly found to be in possession of a controlled substance. The operator was arrested.
DATE: 04/10/19 INCIDENT #: 2676 LOCATION: 135 E. Chestnut St. (Phi Delta Theta) CLASSIFICATION: Possession with Intent to Deliver Police report detecting a strong odor of marijuana coming from the second floor of the above location. Upon further investigation, officers determined the room where the odor was coming from and made contact with the three occupants. According to officers, a student threw a bag out of the window and then exited the room to retrieve it. When the student saw CPS, they attempted to grab the bag and run. After a foot chase, the student was apprehended. Officers report that the bag contained a large amount of marijuana. The student was charged with felony drug charges, and charges are pending for the other students in the room.
DATE: 04/13/19 INCIDENT #: 2681 LOCATION: Outside 125 E. Chestnut St. (Phi Kappa Psi) CLASSIFICATION: Possession of Alcohol / Underage Drinking / Open Container According to CPS, police observed three students and two non-students drinking alcohol outside the above location. Upon making contact, officers reportedly found that the students were under the age of 21 and the non-students were over 21. The students will be referred to the College’s Disciplinary Officer for sanctions and/or will be criminally charged.
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Decor on a Dime: How to Style on a Budget Leah Segal Red & Black Staff
Decorating on a budget is a difficult task, especially when Pinterest and Instagram are always adorned with beautiful interior spaces. As a college student, decorating a dorm space is especially difficult due to the hardship of living in a space the size of a shoebox. Luckily, for all those in search of an interior design paradise, there are a few reliable do-it-yourself (DIY) tricks that are great solutions to any decorating conundrum. A great investment is removable wallpaper. As college students, living in a white, square box is a decorating difficulty that may seem impossible to overcome. Tapestries are the obvious decor-choice, but they are commonplace among college students and must be attached with push-pins into the walls if students want them to stay. This process makes them a less desirable decorating option. Howev-
er, removable wallpaper is a relatively cheap option that allows the expression of personal style in a unique way. In an article published by Business Insider, the author claims that removable wallpaper is the perfect solution for adding color and personal style to a room. Because dorm rooms are typically small and filled with bulky furniture, adding a few mirrors to various walls can create the illusion of a larger space. A fun way to add character to a space with mirrors is to head to a local thrift shop and find vintage or eclectic mirrors. They serve the same purpose, but make a quirky, stylish statement without the daunting price tag of a firstrate mirror. The best way to add some life to a room on a budget is to add a plant. These little leafy friends purify the air, provide a pop of color and help to improve the overall atmosphere of the space. A great advantage of using plants in a dorm is the ability to physically watch the flora grow as well as improve gardening skills. However, if the idea of having an actual plant is anxiety-inducing, faux plants work just as well, and there are no worries about a watering schedule.
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Dorm decor can be kind on the eyes and the wallet.
To add a bit of style to the plain and utterly clunky dorm furniture, Washi Tape is a great DIY idea that results in refreshed and customized pieces. This decorative tape is cheap, comes in a variety of patterns and colors and can be both attached and removed without the threat of ruining a surface.
Washi Tape is also a great decorating option as it can be applied to all surfaces—wood, plastic, metal and even walls. By following these simple tips, a small budget and a cramped living space does not mean sacrificing a nice interior.
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Five Ways to Boost Your Self-Confidence Kelsey Julien Red & Black Contributor
For people feeling down lately, here are five ways to boost self-confidence. First, take part in daily affirmations. There is nothing better than reading a motivational quote in the morning. There are many motivational apps that will send people affirmations once, twice or even more every day. It can send kindness to them throughout the day if they would like. They are great little pick-me-ups that will keep people going throughout the day and make them feel great about themselves. A popular app with
this feature is called “Motivation.” The second thing you can do to boost your morale is participating in self-care. Self-care comes in many different forms, but the great thing about it is that people are doing something good for themselves. Some self-care activities may include putting on a face mask, going for a run or even spending five minutes meditating. Self care is crucial to feeling confident about yourself. “You have to remember to take care of yourself,” said Ricky Delprato ’20. “You can’t have confidence about yourself if you aren’t at your best.” Self care can look like whatever people want it to be, as long as they are relaxed, safe and having fun. Spending time with friends is important, and
can be another way to boost self-confidence. If people tend to be an introvert and lack great social skills, that is okay. If people surround themselves with those who are comfortable speaking out to others, they tend to pick up on their energy and find themselves doing the same. This can reduce nervous encounters with others or at least make them more bearable, and people gain more confidence speaking with all kinds of people. The fourth way to make oneself feel more comfortable with themselves is to buy a new outfit. Sometimes, retail therapy is the answer. It can work wonders. Even if people shop on a budget, they can find great things that are
new to people at a thrift store. “When I need a good confidence boost, I go thrifting to find something new for me wear,” said Carolina Velazco ‘20. “Even though it’s not brand new, it’s new to me and that’s what makes me feel a little better about myself.” Buying something new that people feel good in can help them gain more confidence as well. If they look good, they will feel good. Lastly, in order to properly boost confidence, it is important to smile. As weird as this may seem, smiling can help people gain confidence because when people smile, others raise their heads up high and smile back. A smile is a direct reflection of how people feel about themselves on the inside, so the bigger the smile, the larger the confidence.
Healthy Relationships Involve Communication Kelsey Julien Red & Black Contributor
Communication is a key factor in a healthy relationship. Communication sets the foundation for a good, long-lasting relationship. “Communication is a two-way street,” said Jasmine Campuzano ’20. “You can’t expect your partner to read your mind when you want them to know something.” If there is no open communication and honesty about how one is feeling,
how is their partner supposed to know how to help them? Or if a partner has done something to upset the other and they have decided to give them the silent treatment until they “figure it out for themselves,” how are they supposed to know what actions they did that caused this negative reaction? And more importantly, how are they supposed to effectively fix these issues? The simple answer to all of this is constant, honest communication. In a relationship, partners spend countless hours with each other, and they know a great deal about the other person. But it is important to talk through problems as opposed to staying quiet.
“Staying quiet doesn’t fix the problem, it just makes it worse,” said William Tucker ’20. It is not just one person’s job in the relationship to initiate these difficult conversations. It is up to both of the partners, as a unit, to come together and address the issues and possible solutions. This way, no one in the relationship feels like they are being attacked. This is crucial because taking part in a heated argument can become very stressful, intense and sometimes scary. Being able to communicate effectively can limit these problems from relationship disputes. It is also important that all people in the relationship are as honest as pos-
sible so that they are all on the same page. Being on the same page for everything, whether they agree or agree to disagree respectfully, is crucial. Being in a relationship does not mean you agree on everything, but it does mean that you have agreed to value difference in a respectful way. Overall, if couples are not talking to their partner about both the good and the bad, there will be a hole in the relationship. This rift will only get worse the more they fail to communicate. Active and honest communication in a relationship can help alleviate stress on everyone in the relationship and steer the relationship towards success.
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Great Ice Cream Shops In Washington Leah Segal Red & Black Staff
Spring is here, making it the perfect time to wander to the nearest ice cream shop and pick up a cone or two. While it can be hard to pick the best place to score a scoop of one’s favorite flavor, Washington makes it easy by hosting a plethora of sweet locales. These are the best four places in Washington to satisfy an ice cream craving. Located less than two miles away from Washington & Jefferson College, Rita’s Italian Ice is the gold standard for Italian ice and creamy custard. This popular chain features 36 Italian ice flavors, as well as a variety of custard options to make the ice even more delicious. Rita’s close proximity to campus and the addictively sweet flavors, not to mention its low prices, make it a top contender. Next, of all the royals, Dairy Queen is definitely a fan favorite. Located less than two miles from campus, Dairy Queen is a great place to satisfy a sweet tooth. The chain offers a variety of ice cream flavors, the famous “Blizzards” and a selection of fair-style foods. Dairy Queen ice cream is quick and delicious and perfect for a quick stopin. For those who want to support a local ice cream shop, stopping by Scotty’s Ice Cream Drive-in is a fabulous idea. Scotty’s, located on Park Ave., is a great place to take in the sights and sounds of Washington, not to mention
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There are many great places in Washington to get a cool treat on a hot day.
that their ice cream is homemade. The fresh flavors and creamy texture of their ice cream, paired with their nostalgic atmosphere, makes this fun and family-oriented establishment a great place to support. Finally, considered by many to be the cream of the crop when it comes to candy heaven, Sarris Candies is the perfect place to score a scoop of ice
cream while exploring a sugary wonderland. Sarris has an adorable old-fashioned ice cream parlor attached to the candy store, and it serves up the perfect ice cream concoctions. While there, customers can check out a wide variety of sweets and treats as well as a massive candy castle. Sarris is known for chocolates, but the ice
cream and milkshakes are delicious. And finally, just like a cherry on top, it is a great place to take a few Instagram pictures, as the Sarris parlor offers a nostalgic and beautiful aesthetic. Whether searching for a quick stop at a chain or looking to support a “mom and pop” shop, Washington offers great choices for all ice cream lovers.
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Olin Art Gallery Debuts Senior Show I Christian Buckley Red & Black Editor
On April 12, the Olin Art Gallery debuted the Washington & Jefferson College Senior Show I. The College’s senior art majors have spent months planning, designing and creating their pieces, and their final products definitely support this claim. The seniors whose art is now on display are Kristen Adams ’19, Rob Nelson ’19, Cassie Olszewski ’19 and Maddi Rhodes ’19. Nelson’s work, titled “Self-Censored Mind,” takes a deeper look into the concept of self-censorship through social, political and cultural issues. He finds that one’s lack of exposure to opposing viewpoints is very often done of one’s own accord, and social media normally reinforces this notion by attacking these opposing viewpoints or by allowing people to actively avoid them. “I give a call of action in being aware of censorship, whether it’s brought on by oneself or by the media,” said Nelson. “All voices should be heard regardless of their popularity because ultimately what can happen is things then become misconstrued and assumed. And I think that we all have a choice in allowing those voices to be heard.” Nelson finds that citizens ignorant to different opinions are detrimental to society. His pieces, some of which use
brightly-colored squares to depict an iconic censored screen image, symbolize different forms of censorship. Adams takes objects that would have been waste and transforms them into something new. In this instance, Adams focuses on the phrase “a little paint goes a long way”; she collected unused paint from palettes that were full of dried paint that had gone to waste. Her colorful work, titled “Reclamation,” symbolizes the significance and beauty of recycling. Adams makes sure to highlight the fact that plastic waste is detrimental to the environment. “My body of work started when I began to collect unused acrylic paint from my classmates,” said Adams. “I take what would have been garbage--dry, useless pieces of paint--and transform them into colorful, organic compositions that signify the beauty of recycling.” Some of her pieces bring to mind piles of garbage, which demonstrate the large amounts of trash that humans are leaving behind on the earth. Olszewski’s work, titled “Sevilla,” was inspired by her experiences while travelling in Spain and Morocco. In Spain, she saw that Catholicism and Islam mixed to create “Spanish Regionalism.” Thus, her work incorporates regionalism in order to show the detained intricacies of the foreign culture. “As a psychology and art major, I used my knowledge of mindfulness as a therapeutic technique and converted
it into art. When I’m working in the studio, I’m so absorbed in the moment that nothing bothers me, and that is what mindfulness is about: focusing on the here and now and appreciating the little things,” said Olszewski. When asked what drove her to create her own tiles, she that it was “the way mosques and cathedrals combined so artistically throughout Spain and the consistent use of decorative ceramics for mundane objects such as street signs and house numbers.” Rhodes finds that beauty comes in moments, and she claims that people often miss the chance to appreciate
them before the moments pass. She says that people take pristine beauty for granted, and they usually neglect the memories, materials and relationships that actually create the beauty. In her work, titled “What We Are Not Now,” Rhodes wishes to embody the memories that are associated with these moments when they are experienced. The first installment of the Senior Art Show illustrates the talent and potential that W&J’s art majors will bring into the creative landscape after graduating. The second installment will debut on Friday, April 26 at 6 p.m.
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Nelson’s work (left) illustrates self-imposed censorship, while Olszewski’s work is based on her own travel experiences in Spain and Morocco.
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Gustave Moreau’s Prolific Body of Work Holly Sauer Red & Black Editor
French artist Gustave Moreau created thousands of works in his lifetime. He worked with watercolors, sketches, paintings and drawings. His works seem to have a dreamlike quality because of his elaborate and intense glowing colors. Moreau found his subject matter in the Bible, and from Greek, Roman and Egyptian mythology. His later works, with their expressive brushstroke and thick impasto, are thought to be heralds of Abstract Expressionism. Moreau was a self-described “assembler of dreams” and said, “I have never looked for dream in reality or reality in dream. I have allowed my imagination free play, and I have not been led astray by it.” His work would gain the attention of Surrealist-theoretician André Breton. Moreau also gained the attention of the Fauvist painters, and Georges Rouault and Henri Matisse studied with Moreau. “He didn’t set his pupils on the right road,” Matisse said. “He took them off it. He made them uneasy… He didn’t show us how to paint;
he roused our imagination.” Moreau did not exhibit widely in his lifetime, but many artists knew about his large body of work. He spent most time in isolation in his parents’ house in the 9th arrondissement in Paris. After his death in 1898, this house was turned into the Musée Gustave Moreau. There is art everywhere. Paintings and drawings are on the walls from floor to ceiling, and there are many more in drawers throughout the museum that contain drawings and studies for the pieces hanging on the walls. While the museum may make visitors overwhelmed, it gives a full idea to how much art this man created in his lifetime. The artist left 4,000 drawings, 1,200 paintings, and hundreds of watercolors to France and left all of the objects in the home as they were. Some paintings are in heavy wooden frames, and many are only partially finished. Many backgrounds are blank and figures are half-formed. This museum first opened in 1903. Moreau was not an iconic figure in his lifetime, and his art was not popular among his contemporaries. One of his masterpieces, “The Apparition,” portrays Salomé, who was a recurring subject in his works. She is shown pointing to the decapitated head of John the Baptist. But she also
looks mystic and carnal. Moreau employs intense colors, ornaments, architecture and light to portray this mystic quality. Moreau’s goal was not to educate the viewer, but to tap into his own
and the viewers’ emotions. His works contain a great attention to detail. This museum helps to show viewers Moreau’s life and work to understand the beauty and intensity of his art.
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Moreau’s “The Apparition” shows Salomé pointing at John the Baptist’s head.
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Poetry Corner “Not a Springtime Poem”
Maggie Smith RED & BLACK STAFF
black is a cold abyss, reaching. Or a raven’s wings, a shadow bleeding, souls crying for release , and the dark silence like a blanket. It is the endless expanse of night, bitter coffee and fear, like copper and blood . Black is restless ashes, burning cold , devouring numbness, broken velvet, or a waking sleep filled with nightmares. black consumes.
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Dieting Places Stress on Exhausted Students Kelsey Julien Red & Black Contributor
College students are already under a load of stress with schoolwork, extracurricular activities and work. Adding the stress of sticking to a diet can be detrimental to a student’s life if it is not handled in an effective way. Marilyn Burkhardt ’21 feels that a lot of college students view diets as food that they cannot have. “If students eat something bad, they feel like they have to punish themselves,” said Burkhardt. “That is not the way a diet should work.” When people start a diet
with this mindset, it makes it very difficult to follow through with it and see the results that they desire. It is better to practice managing what they are eating, portion control and engaging in physical activity. If
even less inclined to go. Also, being on a diet should not be seen as a bad thing. If it is, then students should not try and go on one. Going on a diet is not a quick way to lose weight or a fast
If people “fall off the wagon” of their diet and then punish themselves by going to the gym, they will not really enjoy going to the gym. people “fall off the wagon” of their diet and then punish themselves by going to the gym, they will not really enjoy going to the gym. Instead they will only see it as a punishment and feel
way to feel better about oneself. Losing weight is a gradual process, and it will not happen right away. When students go on a diet for about a week and then do not see dras-
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tic results, they can get upset and want to give up immediately. Going on a diet is much more than what one can and cannot eat. It is a change in lifestyle, and that is important to remember because if people are not trying to change their lifestyle, then what is the point? “Going on a diet is serious and it takes dedication to see results,” said Jasmine Campuzano ’20. “It does not happen overnight,” If college students choose to pursue a diet, it should be for the right reasons, and each diet plan is going to work differently for everyone. It should not be one’s sole goal to do to lose weight; it is important to allocate time for enough physical activity as well. Adding more physical activity to one’s routine could be something to consider as opposed to a stricter diet.
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Studying Abroad Can Be Affordable at W&J Amanda Fitzpatrick Red & Black Staff
Scrolling past wanderlust photos of vacations and travel quotes such as “travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer” on Instagram can be exasperating for college students to see when studying abroad seems out of the question. There are so many opportunities at Washington & Jefferson College to alleviate some of the financial burden if people plan carefully. From Magellan funding to becoming a Fulbright Scholar to the Vira I. Heinz Program for Women in Global Leadership, there is something for everyone to take advantage of at W&J. The Magellan Project was what initially attracted me to this school, as it allows students to explore their passions through experiences in internships, research or study abroad over the summer. Brendan Troesch ‘21 completed a Magellan Project to study public transportation in Bavaria and had opportunities to take trips elsewhere with Germany’s excellent public transportation system. Troesch emphasized the affordability of his trip by spending very little of his own money while abroad. “Magellan makes it very easy for students to go abroad,” said Troesch. “Students just have to budget very carefully and look in the right places for plane tickets, which is not hard to do. Ultimately, if students budget wisely and have a clear goal, Magellan will make it happen.” While Magellan is certainly the most
popular opportunity for W&J students to go abroad, applying to the Fulbright program and having an immersive experience after graduation is another option for those wanting to travel but are concerned about finances. Kim Oberbach, W&J Fulbright Scholar, took advantage of this to grow in her career goal of becoming an English teacher. “As a Fulbright Scholar, I am supported by both the American and home Fulbright organizations. This gives us the opportunity to focus on building relationships between us and our host country, as well as doing our respective jobs such as my language teaching assistance without having to worry much about financial
problems,” said Oberbach. “Although students must bring savings to travel, it is far less financially straining than it would be without both Fulbright communities’ support who made this possible for me. Without them, I could never have afforded to be here for a year.” A Magellan Project, at anywhere from three to ten weeks, can be short for some students, but going abroad for a year through Fulbright may seem too long. A perfect medium is the Vira I. Heinz scholarship, which is a special opportunity for women who have never been abroad before to receive funding to go abroad for a minimum
of four weeks during the summer and take classes. I have been awarded this scholarship, and with my funding I will be taking history and psychology classes in Rome, Italy for four weeks this summer. If I did not have the support of this scholarship and W&J, I would not have this opportunity to travel abroad for the first time. While I previously assumed studying abroad to be out of the question, the various study-abroad programs available at W&J make it possible for people of many socioeconomic backgrounds to experience another country without experiencing a large financial strain.
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Dr. Manzari traveled with students to Italy for a language class during JayTerm 2019. JayTerm trips give students a good introduction to travel in a group setting.
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Academic Policy Disadvantages Science Students Amanda Fitzpatrick Red & Black Staff
As a transfer student, I was surprised to learn that most full classes at Washington & Jefferson College are four credits, regardless of whether or not they include a lab. Due to this, some science students typically spend six hours every week working in a science lab that is not technically for credit. When a science student, or any student taking a science class, signs up for a class, they are registering for their lecture hours plus additional lab hours. These students are taking
on more instructed time that is simply not accounted for in their credit count. “We should get credit for the three hours and fifteen minutes a week that we have to attend,” said Brendan Troesch ’21. “As a dual major, I can say that my S.T.E.M. major having labs requires more class time than any other major.” The difference in work is something that students in science majors often lament. When asked about this, a common complaint from many disgruntled science students was that science students work harder. Many students believe that science is the only discipline that offers simplified, introductory-level classes for non-majors. “This isn’t entirely true, though,” said Hannah Kail ‘19 in response to this notion. “Plenty of
departments, like English and psychology, offer introductory courses for non-majors.” Students still emphasize the difficulty of science classes at W&J. “I think that we are pretty much getting cheated out of classes and credits that we could have,” said Dylan Bertovich ’21. “If we pay for nine classes and have labs it is almost impossible to take nine classes. The labs take hours out of our weeks to do, and they take a long time to prepare for, and that is something that non-lab classes don’t have. At every other school the labs would at least count for one credit.” If students look at major universities like the University of Pittsburgh or Pennsylvania State University, they offer one credit for labs. Ian Leighton ’19 agrees with the way these schools count credits. “I
believe that science students have the burden of credit hours to keep the rest of the students afloat,” said Leighton. “The only way that it would be fair is if students from majors like English or history had an extra three hours of lecture, recitation or reading to do.” There are many humanities majors who would likely disagree with Leighton’s characterization of their work. However, the amount of work that science students must do for a lab is not a small amount that can be considered normal homework. A lab class like CHM 270 takes students hours to do and that does not count for any extra credit. Students get no extra reward for their work. If the College wants science students to feel respected, they need to start respecting their time.
Being a Respectful, Decent Roommate is Simple Kelsey Julien Red & Black Contributor
A great roommate should have many good qualities that make them easy and fun to live with. First, a good roommate is respectful of their roommate’s things. They do not go snooping into their roommate’s things, use any of their things without asking first and are overall respectful of them and their space. It can be very annoying and frustrating to have a roommate who is not respectful of the shared space. Room-
mates, however, do not necessarily need to be best friends, but it is important that they get along well. Living with someone else is different than just seeing them and interacting with them every day. Finding the perfect roommate can be difficult, even if it is a best fried. “I could not room with my best friend,” said Carolina Velazco ’21. “I love her as a person, but as a roommate we are two different people.” If people get along well with their roommate, they will have a great experience living with them and probably will not have any serious issues. But if people live with someone who they do not know well enough, it can be a little harder to connect and communicate with them. When
problems arise, it will be a more difficult to come up with a mutually beneficial solution because both roommates would not even feel comfortable enough to approach each other when there are problems. This is a huge problem because roommates should always feel comfortable talking with each other about rooming issues. An example of a common issue is a roommate always playing loud music when the other is trying to sleep. If people do not have an established roommate relationship, it may feel weird at first to approach their roommate and say what is bothering about them. However, if people room with someone they are comfortable with,
when issues come up, it is easier to solve them. A great roommate understands the boundaries set by both people. They understand that the room is a shared space. People like Marilyn Burkhardt ’21 have overcome this tension by establishing ground rules between her and her roommate. To do this, they “always ask each other how long they are staying up, or when they are heading to sleep so that [they] can be courteous of each other when [they] are trying to sleep.” A common problem Burkhardt faces with her roommate is having class later than her. To get around this, if she is up late, she makes sure to put her earphones on so her roommate can go to sleep.
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First-Year Roommates are Crucial Amanda Fitzpatrick Red & Black Staff
Many college graduates say that one of the biggest challenges in their academic career was having a roommate. However, my roommate freshman year was one of the best parts of my college experience, and they actually became a close friend of mine. Although I did not spend my freshman year at Washington & Jefferson College, the roommate students have as a freshman provides an early opportunity to form a close bond at college. From watching Netflix together to grabbing dinner to even spending late nights together studying, I can thank my roommate for being one of the best
people I have met in college so far. While a few people have roommate horror stories, living with another person in such close quarters can offer valuable lessons students would not learn through living alone. However, not everyone agrees with that, and I have met many people on
up living alone. This college does not do a very good job matching roommates and then dealing with the ensuing conflicts,” said Bertovich. “Everyone I know has had an issue with their freshman roommates and would have rather lived alone.” This seems to be a frequent pattern at W&J, and it
Random roommate selection is a gamble; sometimes it does not work, but sometimes it does. this campus who had negative experiences freshman year. Dylan Bertovich ’21 is one of those people. “I actually do not think that having a freshman roommate is very important; I had a very bad experience with my roommate and ended
comes down to the college appropriately matching people. Perhaps an improved survey would alleviate some of these problems. Random roommate selection is a gamble; sometimes it does not work, but sometimes it does. Having a bad
roommate is not the case for everyone, though. Brendan Troesch ’21 ended up finding a great roommate and still continues to room with him now. “Having a roommate freshman year gives you someone to talk to and get dinner with,” said Troesch. “My roommate and I were both science majors, and this gave us something in common.” While living with a stranger can seem terrifying to students, it gives them the opportunity to practice for living with people in the future by allowing them to learn someone else’s annoying habits in addition to their own. A freshman year roommate may end up becoming a best friend, or even if roommates may never talk again, it is a valuable experience everyone should try.
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Students Encourage Changes in Meal Plan Options
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Many students feel that there is not always enough time in the day to maximize their swipes with only three dining options, all of which are closed by midnight.
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It is difficult to feel as though people get enough from their meal plans on campus when the food service has restricted what students can eat and when food is available. The time that people can eat at the Commons has always been the same, but the fact that it closes at 8 p.m. limits what students can get from their meal plan. Students do not want to
constantly rely on G&T’s for meals after 8 p.m. because it is not the healthier option. The students are promised fresh food, but in reality, the food is frozen, fried and then served to the students. Even if students eat from the salad bar every day, it gets tiring to eat the same thing just to be healthy. With the amount that students pay for their meal plans, they should have multiple healthy and nutritious options. If the Commons were open even an hour later, it would make a huge difference because more students would be able to eat at the Commons and have more choices in deciding what they
want to eat. A common occurrence with students like Ricky Delprato ’21 is “times that [they] do not even use all of [their] swipes for the week.” Delprato also wishes the Commons was more available with a busy schedule. “If Commons was open later, I could eat there after I have finished with all my meetings. I would get more out of my meal plan if I could eat there more, instead of wasting swipes on food I do not really want,” said Delprato. Students pay a substantial amount for their meal plan and expect to be satisfied with the food on campus, but some students are not happy, even after changes and advancements have
been made to the Commons, G&T’s and X’Prez’O. However, there are some positives that have come out of the changes that students do enjoy. “I really like being able to use two swipes back to back at X’Prez’O,” said Marilyn Burkhardt ’21. “I can get two meals. Eat one now, and then save the other one for later when I know I will not be able to go back. It’s great for when I am studying. I do not have to leave and disrupt my work.” There is a lot that can still be done to help improve the effectiveness and quality of meal plans, but there have also been a lot of good changes that have bettered the lives of students on campus.
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W&J Men’s Lacrosse Finds First PAC Win Reilly Oliverio Red & Black Staff
The Washington & Jefferson College men’s lacrosse team traveled away on April 13 to take on their fourth Presidents Athletic Conference (PAC) opponent. The Presidents were ready for the day, eager for their first PAC win, as they had lost all previous PAC matches. They traveled to Steubenville, Ohio to take on the Franciscan University Barons. W&J took advantage of the beautiful spring day by spreading good energy throughout the team. In the first quarter, the Presidents put up eight points and finished the quarter with an 8-0 lead. There was no slowing down from there, as the Presidents put in another eight goals in the second quarter, leaving the half a with a 16-1 W&J lead. The Presidents then rolled through the second half. They outscored their opponents 9-3 and won the game 25-
4, and this was an incredible victory. Great games came from W&J attackmen Alex Strain ‘22 and Ben Ward ‘20, who dominated in the three quarters they played. Strain finished the day with eight points, tallying six goals and two assists. Ward finished with a whopping nine points, and finished with five goals and four assists. There were many other people who contributed to the victory because there were twelve different scorers in the game. Nick Grosch ‘21 was 17-25 at the faceoff and goaltenders Brody Alloway ‘22 and Duncan Barbes ‘22 saw significant time in the net, with Alloway finishing with four saves in the game. This was a big win for the Presidents, as it was their first PAC victory this year and the first win in their last four games. “This was a fun game for us, one where we could relax, have fun and pull out a win down the stretch of the season,” said Strain. The team will be back in action on April 18 when they will they travel to W.Va. to play PAC rival Bethany College. “This was a big win for us so we can finally get some momentum in conference,” said Patrick Heideck-
er ’20. “We should be able to pull out another victory against Bethany and eventually take on Grove City.” The
Presidents on the men’s lacrosse team now hold records of 6-7 on the year and 1-4 in PAC play.
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The men’s lacrosse team earned their first PAC win on April 14.
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W&J Baseball Beats Bethany Twice in Doubleheader Jordan Melko Red & Black Staff
The Washington & Jefferson College men’s baseball team took on the Bethany Bison in a doubleheader on April 13, winning not just one, but both games. In the first game, Ben Marsico ‘20 started on the mound as pitcher for the Presidents and allowed no runs to be scored by the Bison, an impressive performance. In the third inning, W&J
scored two runs. Joey Bolick ’21 got on base with a hit and scored when Dante Dalesandro ’19 hit a single. Then, Dalesandro scored with an error from Bethany’s shortstop, which resulted in another run for the Presidents. In the fourth inning, the Presidents scored another four runs. Dalesandro batted in three of the four with a baseclearing double. Next to bat was Mullen Socha ’19 who hit Dalesandro home on a single. Then, in the sixth inning, catcher Justin Griffin ’19 hit a home run to advance W&J to 7-0. This is Griffin’s third home run this year and a career high. The Bison put up more of a fight in the second game
of the doubleheader. The game was scoreless until the third inning, when Bolick hit a double and then scored on a single by Dalensandro. Then, Dalensandro stole second base and ran to home plate on a run batted in (RBI) from Spencer Howell ‘19. In the fourth inning, the Bison scored, taking advantage of a one-run home run. The Presidents answered with a single from Peter Kalinski ‘22; Kalinski then scored on a hit by Socha. The game was tied in the top of the fifth inning when Bethany gained two additional runs, one of which was earned through a throwing error in the field. The Presidents finally put
the game away in the bottom of the eighth inning with a home run from Socha. The game ended with a victory for W&J after a full nine innings with a score of 4-3. Garrett Harstine ’19 started on the mound and pitched for five innings. Harstine allowed three runs and totaled three strikeouts. Mitchell Taufer ’19 and Clay Martin ’19 served as relievers for W&J and pitched two innings each. While both relievers did not allow a single run, Taufer is credited with the win due to the fact that both of his innings were no-hitters. W&J will play the Bison once again on April 15 at Bethany.
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The W&J men’s baseball team won both games of their doubleheader against Bethany College on April 13.
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Softball Celebrates Seniors with Senior Day Jordan Melko Red & Black Staff
The Washington & Jefferson College softball team honored its seniors at the doubleheader against Westminster College on April 13. After this season, W&J will be saying goodbye to pitcher Taylor Andres ‘19 and infielder Rachel Johnson ‘19. Last season, Andres, from Bethel Park, was awarded to the All-Presidents Athletic Conference (PAC) Second Team, Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Division III South Pitcher of the Week and PAC Pitcher of the Week. Last season was successful for Johnson, from Orchard Park, N.Y., as
well. She was made FirstPitch News Honorable Mention All-American, ECAC Rookie of the Year, All-PAC First Team, Google Cloud Academic All-America Second Team, Google Cloud Academic All-District, ECAC Player of the Week and PAC player of the week. Both of these women will leave W&J with outstanding athletic resumes. As for the first game of the doubleheader, the Presidents fell to Westminster after ten innings with a final score of 2-1. Andres started on the mound and kept the Titans hitless until the top of the fifth inning. However, the Presidents did not score until the seventh inning by prof-
iting from an error in the field. W&J scored again at the top of the tenth inning on a sacrifice fly. Andres threw all ten innings and only allowed eight hits and two runs. Andres also struck out six batters and gave up zero walks. The hitting leaders consisted of Johnson, Brooke Lapia ‘20, and Andres. Of Johnson’s four at-bats, she had three hits and recorded one run. Lapia was at bat three times and recorded one hit. Andres had three at-bats, where she recorded one run batted in (RBI). The Presidents bounced back in the second game with a win of 2-1. Westminster recorded their first and only run in the top of the first inning off of an RBI single. In the bottom of
the fourth inning, W&J took back the game. Johnson hit a double and Sarah Labbe ’22 followed her with a strategic sacrifice bunt to advance Johnson. Laura Ryder ‘20 then hit Johnson home with a single. In the same inning, Lapia got on base by a walk and was hit home by Brooke Stout ‘20. Johnson again led the team in hitting, with two hits and one run in her three at-bats. Following closely was Stout, with two hits and one RBI in her three at-bats. Ryder was next with one hit and one RBI. Kirsten Fuertes ’20 pitched the entire game, allowing five hits, one strike-out and one walk. The Presidents will play away at Geneva College on April 16 in a doubleheader.
Student Athlete Spotlight: Emma Rearson ’22 Reilly Oliverio Red & Black Staff
Emma Rearson ‘22 just finished her freshman year as a member of the Washington & Jefferson College women’s water polo team. Rearson is from Eastern Pa. and comes from Dresher. Her background, including many years of club water polo as well as high-school water polo, made her an asset to the W&J team. Interestingly, before even starting to play water polo, Rearson had extensive pool experience as a swimmer. She credits her strong swimming as a benefit to her position on the team
as the driver. As the driver she faces many challenges. “It is a challenge knowing when to leave on a breakaway and when to stay, along with that knowing when to leave your girl and help back or press and steal the ball,” said Rearson. The benefits of her position, although challenging, can sometimes be rewarding for her and the team. She offered her perspective of these benefits and said, “I get chances to score, and when I don’t get a chance to score I am doing things to assist others into scoring.” Rearson is coached by Nikola Malezanov, who has been a positive influence in her athletic life. “He supports me in everything I do, inside and outside of the pool,” said Rearson. “Every practice I become a better player and learn more and more about my sport. I get challenged but within my
ability.” Rearson had a strong first-year campaign with the Presidents by tallying 36 goals on the year. She has loved her time at W&J as well as her position as a competitive team member. “I like the fact that I can be involved on campus and in my sport. I also love my coach and the way he supports me through everything,” said Rearson. “I would not be anything without my team and the ways that they help me with everything I do. I have met some of the best friends that I will probably have for the rest of my life.” Rearson is currently looking to major in environmental studies and economics. She had a great season here at W&J both inside and outside of the pool, and she hopes that this momentum and success follows her and her team in the coming years.
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Emma Rearson ‘22 completed her first season of W&J water polo.
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Multiple W&J Teams Win Over the Weekend Reilly Oliverio Red & Black Staff
Last weekend was another full weekend for the athletic teams of Washington & Jefferson College. The men’s tennis team celebrated their senior day on April 13 in a home matchup at the Janet Swanson Tennis Center against the Waynesburg University Yellow Jackets. In the first double matchup Sam Bellini ‘21
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Sam Bellini ‘21 contributes to the team with a win in his singles match.
hosted the Bethany College Bison in a doubleheader. The first game was controlled completely by W&J, and they came away with a whopping 7-0 win. Dante Dalesandro ‘19 had another exceptional game by tallying two hits, two runs and four runs batted in (RBI). Many athletes contributed throughout the game as the Presidents pitched their first shutout of the year. The second game of the double header was more competitive, but the Presidents were able to hold off the Bison to clinch a 4-3 victory. Mullen Socha ‘19 was a top asset for the Presidents as he totaled two runs, three hits and two RBIs. The baseball
“I’m glad Nate Wang and I were able to handle the doubles match and as a team get a big win.” - Sam Bellini ‘21
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Nate Tang ‘20 and Rachir Gupta ‘19 are both first-year tennis players.
and Nate Wang ‘21 won in a nail-biter 8-6. Meanwhile, the second and third doubles teams made easy work of their opponents by winning 8-1 and 8-4, respectively. The Presidents dominated in their singles matchups with each of the top three singles matches winning in two sets. W&J finished off the day with an 8-1 win. The tennis team is now 11-2 overall and 6-0 in the President’s Athletic Conference (PAC). “I’m glad Nate Wang and I were able to handle the doubles match and as a team get a big win,” said Bellini. The Presidents have a huge matchup on April 16 against the competitive Grove City College team. The Presidents baseball team had another victory this weekend as they
team secured their 14-0 record in the Presidents Athletic Conference (PAC) play and currently holds a 19-7 record on the year. The baseball team will take on conference rival Geneva at home in a doubleheader next weekend. Finally, the women of the Presidents softball team celebrated their senior day on April 13 as they took on PAC rival Westminster College. Both games of the doubleheader were very close, but the Presidents did lose their first game 2-1. Fortunately, in the second game, the softball team worked hard and was able to pull out a victory of 2-1. After the split, they now have a 14-4 year record and are 5-3 in PAC play. The Presidents will play next on April 16 against Geneva.
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Last Week’s Scores April 9 Women’s lacrosse at Westminster College: 7-6 loss April 10 Softball double header vs Bethany College: 13-5 win and 7-4 loss Men’s tennis vs Westminster College: 8-1 win Men’s lacrosse at Westminster College: 9-6 loss April 12 Women’s water polo at Wittenberg University: 15-4 loss Men’s tennis at Bethany College: 6-3 win April 13 Men’s tennis vs Waynesburg University: 8-1 win Women’s lacrosse vs Franciscan University: 15-4 win Men’s lacrosse at Franciscan University: 25-4 win Baseball double header vs Bethany College: 7-0 and 4-3 wins Softball double header vs Westminster College: 2-1 win and 2-1 loss
Next Week’s Games
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April 16 Softball double header at Geneva College (A)-3:30pm Men’s tennis at Grove City College (A)-4pm April 17 Women’s tennis vs Allegheny College (H)-5:30pm Baseball vs Marietta (H)-6pm April 18 Softball double header vs St. Vincent College (H)-3:30pm Baseball at Geneva College (A)-4:30pm Men’s tennis vs Allegheny College (H)-5pm Women’s lacrosse at Bethanmy College (A)-5pm Men’s lacrosse at Bethany College (A)-7:30pm April 20 Track & field at the 50th Sparky Adams Invitational-11am Baseball double header vs Geneva College (H)-11am
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