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Vol. 127, No. 63 Tuesday, November 14, 2017
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Honors Program works to increase diversity By Abby Currie @abcchich15
The film AWAKE: A Dream from Standing Rock was shown at the LSC Theatre on Monday, Nov. 13. A discussion with the filmmakers followed the screening of the film. The event ended in song and chant to express solidarity. PHOTO BY ABBY FLITTON COLLEGIAN
Native American Heritage Month finds hope in Standing Rock By Natalia Sperry @Natalia_Sperry
When a movement falls out of the public spotlight, often times it dies down and loses its momentum, but the movement started by the Standing Rock water protectors defies that expectation and many others. The Native American Cultural Center, in partnership with RamEvents and Trees, Water & People, hosted a film showing of “AWAKE: A Dream From Standing Rock” in the Lory Student Center Nov. 13 for the Na-
tive American History Month keynote event. After the showing, the filmmakers were available for a question and answer session with the audience. “Last year around this time, we were very much engaged in the conversation around what was happening at Standing Rock,” said Tiffany Kelly, assistant director of the NAAC office. “There was a lot of momentum, I think, for folks wanting to get involved and engaged around campus.” In July 2016, the United States Army Corps of Engi-
neers approved the portion of the $3.7 billion Dakota Access Pipeline that crosses the Missouri River at the Lake Oahe reservoir. The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe sued the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers not long afterwards. In the coming months, thousands of activists converged from around the country to stand in solidarity with the#NoDAPL Native-led peaceful resistance at the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. “One of the things that’s really important to me about this film is that the indigenous voices
are telling indigenous stories,” said Stephanie Cassidy, program manager at International WOW. The film follows the rise of the Standing Rock movement from its earliest days of protest in fall of 2016 to President Donald Trump’s executive memorandum signed in January 2017 that called to expedite the review and approval process for the unbuilt section of the Dakota Access Pipeline. “Up until that point, I was seeing everywhere water was there for us. It’s very easy to take see STANDING ROCK on page 5 >>
In an honors program that is predominately white, it can be hard for students of color to connect. According to Abel Ykalo, a sophomore honors student majoring in computer science at Colorado State University, low diversity makes it difficult to talk about controversial topics because he knows when he signs up for seminars he will be the only person of color in the class, or one of two. “I’m in a space where everything I say is the only thing that’s heard from my perspective because I’m the only one who shares my perspective,” Ykalo said. “It adds some pressure to it and it makes more classes when we talk about tougher subjects more difficult. Also, I understand it’s very important that I do say something because if I don’t say something, my perspective isn’t there what so ever.” Ykalo, who is in his second year in the honors program and his first year working as a peer mentor, said the diversity is lower than he would like and what the program would like. “I don’t know exactly what (the program) could do to improve it, but I know in my belief, it’s just lower than what is ideal,” Ykalo said. According to the CSU Honors Program Director Donald Mykles, in hopes of increasing diversity, the program changed the application review process by working with admissions to link the application to the see DIVERSITY on page 5 >>
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Ben Spence, a Colorado State University freshman civil engineering major, kayaks down one of the last snow covered hills on the West Lawn. Spence always finds ways to kayak even when river conditions aren’t the best. Ben said he can’t wait for the next big snow storm so he can get out and go again. PHOTO BY MATT TACKETT COLLEGIAN
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One Health Institute teaches about addiction unrelated to drugs, alcohol By Joe Manely @joemanely
The Director of the One Health Institute, Dr. Bruno Sobral, gave a presentation aimed at society’s view and understanding of addiction Monday in Rockwell Hall West. The event, titled “Consumption as Addiction,” focused on addictions that do not involve drugs or alcohol. Although the presentation still borrowed heavily from studies on the treatment and viewpoints around drug addiction, it argued that addiction can come in many forms and is in no way exclusive to drugs. Sobral opened by exploring “conventional wisdom” on addiction, showing how people tend to blame individuals for becoming addicts and that they must be “restored to normalcy.” Additionally, drug and alcohol abuse are seen as the “prototypical” addictions. The conventional wisdom on treatment states that addiction can be overcome by professional treatment or “moral reformation.” Sobral then moved on to
looking at the views of Bruce K. Alexander, a psychologist who studied the psychology of addiction. He was among the first to label addiction as a societal problem rather than an individual one, and he did not share the assumption that drug addiction is prototypical. His conclusions serve as the basis for the “dislocation theory of addiction.” Sobral examined Vancouver’s “Four Pillars Drug Strategy” as an example of how society handles the problem of addiction. The four pillars are treatment of drug addicts, prevention of drug use, enforcement of drug laws and reduction of harm for drug users. Sobral said the four pillars only focused on illicit drugs and lacked a clear analysis of root causes. He also said that the system is based on the belief that addiction is best controlled by differing programs, even if they conflict each other in principle. Sobral applied Alexander’s dislocation theory to the city’s problem, claiming that Vancouver’s main demographics became heavily dislocated over
time, such as the Aboriginal people who were forced to move off their land, the Asian population who were heavily discriminated against during World War II and how even White people became isolated from society. The word “addiction” has shifted its definition heavily over time, according to Sobral, who argued that this is part of the problem. He displayed an older definition of the word from a previous edition of the Oxford English Dictionary: “the state of being (self-) addicted or given to a habit or pursuit; devotion.” He specifically pointed out that this definition has no mention of drugs or any substances whatsoever, something that has changed in modern definition of addiction. Sobral explained how recent research suggests that addictions that do not involve drugs have the same underlying neurochemistry as drug addictions. As part of the dislocation theory, he discussed that psychosocial integration reconciles people’s vital needs for social belonging with their equally vital needs for individual
Dr. Bruno Sobral explored addiction in forms other than drugs and alcohol and how society looks at addiction in all its forms. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY MATT TACKETT COLLEGIAN
autonomy and achievement. Sobral ended the presentation by expressing how computer technology and free market societies create dislocation. He talked about how the marketing business studies the neuroscience of addiction and how they try to turn consumers into addicts.
Sobral said, “I think the changing viewpoint of addiction would help us start get at the root causes and change the things we do that lead to large-scale addiction.” Joe Manely can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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Standing Rock >> from page 1 that for granted, that you wake up in the morning and make that cup of coffee that fuels us as students, to get us through our day ... (It’s) everywhere in our lives,” said Floris White Bull, filmmaker and Standing Rock member. “There’s a growing population of people who don’t have access to clean water due to fracking, because the oil spills, and that’s preventable.” According to the film, the Dakota Access Pipeline is designed to carry crude, fracked oil across the Missouri River, the water supply of 17 million people. “What happened at Standing Rock isn’t just about one pipeline,” White Bull said. “It’s not about just one tribe. It’s not one single issue. It was a platform for indigenous people who have been long overdue for a voice.” “It’s not about just one tribe. It’s not one single issue. It was a platform for indigenous people who have been long overdue for a voice.” said White Bull.AWAKE details the protest of the “water protectors,” both indigenous people and allies, through personal accounts and live, graphic footage of the tear gas, rub-
Diversity >> from page 1 honors program to the Slate system, an electronically-based platform that CSU admissions uses to review applications. According to Mykles, the program worked with the vice president for diversity Mary Ontiveros which resulted in changes to the application. “We don’t want to make the application intimidating,” Mykles said. “Even the kinds of question we ask, the way we ask them – we have really worked to improve in that way.” According to Ernest Chavez, a professor in CSU’s department of psychology, a lack of diversity can be due to first-generation student status and a lack of knowledge about honors programs. “It’s highly unlikely that their high school career counselor was able to make them aware of it, because they don’t have a logistical background on how to do this and what it entails,” Chavez said. “I don’t think they are aware of those programs and what the benefit is of going into those programs.”
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ber bullets and high-pressure water they faced. In the film, White Bull asks the American people to “wake up and dream” with the Standing Rock nation as such images play on-screen. “It’s so powerful and everyone needs to see (the film), regardless of where you stand on the (political) spectrum,” said Rachel Navratil, a senior human development and family studies major who helped organize the keynote through Ram Events. Though the film displayed raw footage of violent police brutality, the filmmakers and advocates closed the keynote not with defeat, but with hope for the future. “I believe this is a turning point, and we’re at a cross roads now,” said filmmaker Doug Good Feather, member of the Standing Rock Lakota Sioux Nation and a descendant of Chief Sitting Bull. “It is our time to stand up for our Mother Earth. It is our time to use our education, to use our voices, to use what we believe in that is good for our children coming.” Natalia Sperry can be reached at news@collegian. com.
The film AWAKE: A Dream from Standing Rock was shown at the LSC Theatre on Monday, Nov. 13. A discussion with the filmmakers followed the screening of the film. PHOTO BY ABBY FLITTON COLLEGIAN
Chavez said CSU has a number of underrepresented students, specifically African American and Latinos, and many students come from schools dominated by the same ethnicity. “We have (student) who are involved in National Honors Societies at their high schools or graduated in the top one percent of their graduating classes,” Chavez said. “Having said that, African American and Latino students now are more likely to graduate from institutions -- high schools that are 90 percent minority -- then they have been ever.” Mykles said the Honors Program worked with the intention to increase the number of applications in general, and specifically increase applications from ethnically diverse students and first generation students. “The students apply to CSU then they are notified if they are admitted,” Mykles said. “If they have a 3.7 or above GPA then they’re sent an email saying that they may qualify for the program and tell them a little bit about the program and they’re invited to apply with a link.” According to Mykles, the application changes were very successful. The number of applications submitted increased from
about 1,100 in fall of 2016 to 1,800 in the fall 2017. Mykles said, after altering their application, not only have applications increased overall, but there has been an increase in applications of those who identify as an ethnic minority. This year, the honors freshman class was larger than ever at 421 incoming students compared to 395 students in 2016, according to a study by Institutional Research. The 2017 incoming class is the most diverse class in the history of the program with 21.5 percent of the first semester freshman reporting as ethnically diverse. In fall 2016, 81.5 percent of the first-year honors students identified as white, which in fall 2017 decreased to 77.7 percent. Incoming honors students who identified as as Asian decreased from 3.3 percent in 2016 to 2.9 percent in 2017, and honors students who identify as Black or African American also decreased 1 percent in 2016 to 0.2 percent in 2017. The percentage of students who identified as Native American remained consistent between 2016 and 2017. Increases were seen in students who identified as Hispanic/
Latino and multi-cultural. Between 2016 and 2017 the percentage of Hispanic/Latino students increased from 8.4 percent to 12.6 percent, and the number of students who identified as multi-racial increased from 3.8 to 5.2 percent, between 2016 and 2017. In the application review process, Mykles said the program takes a holistic approach. “What we look for is mostly what kind of person this individual is,” Mykles said. “They respond to several questions about themselves, about how they envision themselves in the program.” The program also considers letters of recommendation, passions, service activities, grades and credits from advanced placement, international baccalaureate and dual-credit courses. “We recognize there are going to be differences between school districts in terms of resources that are available and quality of courses,” Mykles said. “We try to use as many measures as we can, of their recommendation and their academic preparations.” According to Mykles, the program tends to minimize standardized tests, because they realize some students may not have the opportunity to take preparatory
courses for ACT or SAT. Instead, the program looks at how well the applicant did in their coursework and what teachers say about the student’s performance. “We don’t really have any sort of numbering system,” Mykles said. “We want to move beyond the strict academics and get to know that person better.” Mykles said that in their review process, the program is trying to create a diverse class from all points of view. “I think it enriches the experience of everyone by having people from different walks of life, different culture backgrounds,” Mykles said. “Our curriculum is unique because it’s based off discussions. If we’re going to have that be successful, we need students with different points of view, with different things to contribute.” According to Mykles, students that identify as ethnically diverse have the same retention and graduation rates from CSU as non-ethnic students. “Once a student is in the program, they succeed,” Mykles said. “My main concern is trying to encourage more students to apply to the program.” Abby Currie can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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Why I’m breaking up with my Resident Assistant position Rachel Telljohn @Rachelltelljohn
Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by the Collegian or its editorial board. I am packing my room in November. I am no longer going to serve as a Resident Assistant. These are two sentences I never quite expected would leave my mouth prior to graduation. I am breaking up with a position I fell in love with as a freshmen four not-so-long years ago. As of Tuesday, I officially submitted my resignation to Residence Life, after a year and a half in the position. I move out of Edwards Hall and into an apartment in Aggie Village this January. I am sitting in the mess my small cleaning and packing tornado created in the lodging I am currently provided. Many have reiterated to me the perks of this job, and I am not one to deny them. However, those perks come
with costs, some higher than I have become willing to pay. This past spring, after oversleeping all semester, I was diagnosed with depression -- words I am still getting comfortable with and often too scared to write. That said, it is impossible, most days, to separate that diagnosis from this position. Do I blame Residence Life? Not inherently. Do I think my role exacerbated issues? Absolutely. Those I have told I am leaving have asked the obvious - why? I do not have a specific reason why. No one single thing happened that caused a jerk reaction. The RA position asks too much of young, twenty-somethings. The RA is, simultaneously, one of the most coveted positions on campus. How can such a duality exist? Are college students everywhere being duped? Maybe. Here is what I think: There is no internal support, at least not anymore. If there was, it has crumbled, and quickly. ‘Self care’ is touted like the buzz word it is, but not actively prioritized the way it should be. There is no time, given the demands of the job. If job items are dropped, higher up responses range from a gentle slap on the wrist to downright
scoldings, either behind closed doors or in front of colleagues. We are too busy taking care of others to have any time or thought left to take care of ourselves. The position has evolved: RAs are now responsible for approximately thirty students’ mental health, expected to complete paperwork and tasks as with other jobs and are put in positions even trained police officers would find dicey, all on top of being the over-glorified babysitters they started out as. The position does not pay hourly, yet RAs are asked to attend two-hour long staff meetings each week, required to take off nearly a month of work in the summer to complete training and subjected to ridiculous on-call hours, structured around home football games, break closures and other well-known weekends that are taxing, if not dangerous. Forget the fact that RAs are students; brilliant, gifted students that are full-time as well. CSU’s Residence Life is falling apart. Many of the wonderful humans I was privileged to meet in the position feel as if they are falling apart with it. Mental health is not valued in this position the way I wish it were, and this year has exponentially worsened that
lack of value. Our number of biasmotivated incidents, those publicized and those not, skyrocketed. Residents this year, generally, are ruder, rowdier and more prone to do stupid eighteen-year-old things -- and are not held accountable with significant conduct or charges. Some residents have not been penalized at all, and others go months before a conversation about consequences even starts. The implementation of a new curriculum launched at “40 percent,” a phrase I have come to despise because it implies it is by no means finished, indicates there are kinks in the system. RAs, the boots on the ground, had no say in the matter, and the say they tried to give falls on deaf ears. The new curriculum, known as Residential Curriculum, touts us as “educators.” This means we, as students with enough else on our plates, are preparing lesson plans and/or syllabi for the equivalent of arts and crafts night. Much of this might mean little to those not currently employed by Residence Life at CSU, in particular. What you need to know is that students - I reiterate, students not paid hourly - are turned into cheap
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Fort Collins Construction is annoying, but necessary Tianna Zachariah @TZachariah20
Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by the Collegian or its editorial board. Colorado State University? More like ‘Construction State University.’ Although the construction around campus is unfavorable and often annoying, construction is actually very good for Fort Collins. It stimulates the economy by providing jobs. Construction also establishes identity and creates higher status. Construction is good for the economy. According to Forbes, the industry as a whole is booming. Overpopulation is a significant reason for this expansion. Both the construction and real estate industries benefit from overpopulation because it means that their services are in high demand. Construction projects
on campus and throughout Colorado are excellent for the economy because they provide jobs. Construction projects have provided on average 15,000 workers per month this year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Construction is the second largest employer of illegal immigrants, according to the Federation for American Immigrant Reform. Construction is intense and hard. It demands a lot from the people who choose to do it, and currently that demand is weak. One of the reasons that construction projects take so much time, and why the inconvenience is prolonged, is because talented construction individuals are in decline. The 2008 recession caused many of these skilled individuals to leave the industry. Now that it’s booming, it is difficult to make the supply of workers match the demand of projects. The construction of housing in Fort Collins is especially good for students because the more students who choose to attend CSU, the more housing options are needed. A current development in progress is the
apartment complex on Plum. It will accommodate 137 more people and will provide one more option for students who want to live off campus but still close to it. Construction and facility improvements are not just things to be done, but rather ways to craft an identity. Take for example the stadium. This new amenity makes our college look better than universities without an oncampus stadium, and it keeps us competitive with those that do. CSU’s identity has been altered because of the stadium, and our reputation has changed. For good or for bad is your opinion, but these changes have altered perceptions of Colorado State University. The status and identity of a place either attracts more people to it, or deters people from it. If decision-makers think that constructing a new stadium or improving facilities around campus will raise our status, it will be done. Because of this higher status, more students will want to attend CSU, which means more money and prestige will be bestowed on the university. Status and identity go hand in hand. When status meets
identity, people will be attracted to that place. Construction helps to create both these things at Colorado State University. On a worldwide level, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States are considered developed countries. Places in Africa and Asia are the least developed countries. People tend to look down on countries that are not as developed because we associate development with status. Construction is a form of status development, and we have an awful lot of it here in the United States. Although construction is expensive and timely, it provides many benefits that outweigh the drawbacks. When we look through the lens of construction, over population is not necessarily a bad thing. It has caused higher demand for construction services, which then create more jobs for the economy. Also, construction is a way for a society to establish status and identity. Although it may be inconvenient at times, remember that construction is not always a bad thing. Tianna Zachariah can be reached at letters@collegian.com
labor because they are convenient and borderline disposable. Which, maybe I am. In some senses, I allowed myself to be chased out, and my position will be filled with no more than the bat of an eye. There are hundreds of names in the alternate pool, with hundreds more finishing up their RA class and on their way, naively waiting for an email for a job they have been fooled into thinking is the best job to have on campus. Residence Life needs to listen. Good, honest, wonderful humans are suffering campus wide and our lives should not be subject to responses I chalk up to wishy-washy public relation answers. Red flags should have been raised in August following an ineffective, yet mentally and physically exhausting, month of training. As I am one of many leaving the position, I anticipate a high turnover, not only at semester, but at the end of the year, which should raise the largest red flag for the department. Care for your students, and remember RAs are students, too. We sure do. Rachel Telljohn can be reached at news@collegian.com
NOPE DOPE Everyone wearing their jean jackets better than you. November being so warm and happy. Not turning in your paper and feeling horrible because your professor is too nice to you. Starting the last week before break strong. Emotional hangovers. Crop top turtlenecks. Losing your debit card. When people care about the things you do. Messing up at work and being called out by your boss. Celebrating your 21st birthday non-stop for roughly a month.
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by Michael Berg One of my favorite activities to do in the winter is explore the many natural hot springs the Colorado has to offer. Often times, the presence of these hot springs have sprouted towns throughout Western Colorado. Here are some of the closest and best options you have from Fort Collins with approximate driving times: • Strawberry and Steamboat Old Town Hot Springs (Steamboat, CO 3.5hr) • Glenwood Hot Springs (Glenwood Springs, CO 3.5hr) • Hot Sulphur Springs Resort and Spa (Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 3hr) • Indian Hot Springs (Idaho Springs, CO 1.5hr) • Eldorado Springs Resort and Pool (Eldorado Springs, CO 1hr) • Ouray Hot Springs Pool (Ouray, CO 6.5hr)
Taking a hike has the power to clear my mind of most anything. We are very lucky to go to school and work here in northern Colorado because there are many hiking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing options nearby. I would highly recommend downloading the free app AllTrails and doing a little research on which trails are most popular, but here are my local favorites: Skier: Ben Jaacks • Horsetooth Reservoir (Just west of Photo by Luke Koppa Fort Collins, CO) • Lory State Park (Bellvue, CO 30mins.) • Poudre Canyon (Larimer County, CO 30mins.) • Rocky Mountain National Park (1hr drive to Estes Park, CO) • Red Feather Lakes (Larimer County, CO 1hr) This is one of the most popular recent outdoor relaxation activities to do. All you need are two trees and a nice day to make this a good go-to for relieving stress. Don’t be afraid to hammock in the winter either, simply grab a sleeping bag and a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate then you’re all set and cozy. I would recommend all of the places I listed above for hiking and snowshoeing, but there are plenty of good spots around campus to pitch your hammock too.
While growing up in Colorado, most locals ask each other “whether” they ski or snowboard, not “if.” Our next RamPage publication will go over snowboarding and skiing in more detail but here are just a few local mountains that I grew up skiing on: • Winter Park Resort (2hr) • Loveland Ski Area (2hr) • Keystone Resort (2hr) • Copper Mountain Resort (2hr) • Breckenridge Resort (2.5hr) Even though it sounds simple, driving also has the power to calm me down after a long week of stress. There is something to be said about heading west into the mountains without much of a plan other than worrying about the road in front of you. I would encourage students to explore the great state of Colorado that we live in and arguably the best way to do so is with simplicity in mind. Plan a night or two to get the fullest experience possible because Colorado is a surprisingly big state and takes time to travel through the mountains. Here are some of my favorite mountain towns of Colorado: • Steamboat Springs, CO (3.5hr) • Glenwood Springs, CO (3.5hr) • Crested Butte, CO (5hr) • Ouray, CO (6.5hr) • Telluride, CO (7hr) • Durango, CO (7hr) No matter how much time you have to spare, I highly suggest making room in your schedule for outdoor relaxation. It has personally helped me cope with all the stress that us college kids go through and opens my mind to how much Colorado has to offer when “going west.” Explore. Adventure. Enjoy!
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Online Fantasy Sports Pick ‘Em NCAA ESPN Basketball Pick ‘em challenge Registration runs from Monday, Nov. 27th 9:00 a.m.Sunday, Dec. 3rd 11:00p.m. Season is from Monday, Dec. 18th to Tuesday, Jan. 9th Table Tennis Tournament Registration Registration runs from Monday, Nov 27th 9:00 a.m.Sunday, Dec. 3rd 11:00p.m. Tournament is Thursday, December 7th Men’s 3 vs. 3 Basketball The Thursday 6:30pm division is hot, with five undefeated teams at 2-0 Team Names: Cam’s Rams, Two Dudes with a Ginger, Blow My Whistle, Ravioli Ravioli, and Team Swishers Women’s 3 vs. 3 Basketball Cash Money Records and Dream Team are the last two undefeated teams in the league at 2-0. Coed 4 vs. 4 Soccer There was a close match in the Thursday 9:00pm division. Donkey Lightning pulled off a close 7-6 victory against Balls of Fury. Men’s 4 vs. 4 Soccer The Balotelli-tubies faced off the Denver Gunners in a close one in the Sunday 9:45 division. The Balotelli-tubies take the hard earned 11-10 victory to make them an undefeated 3-0. Women’s 4 vs. 4 Soccer You’ve Cat to be Kitten Me was the highest scoring team this week with 18 goals against She’s the Man in the Wednesday 8:15 division. You’ve Cat to be Kitten Me is undefeated at 2-0. Fall Bowling Tournament Teams are posted for the tournament on the 16th. If you are on the waitlist to get into the tournament, stay posted for any updates.
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Coed Dodgeball Two teams that are off to a hot start will battle tonight. The 3-0 Dodgy Style will face the 2-1 Dodge Beans. This is anticipated to be a close one. Men’s Dodgeball The Frisky Diddlers will face Goonsquad Tuesday the 14th at 8:00pm. Both teams desperate to get a victory as none of them have won a game yet this season.
Floor Hockey Tournament The Mighty Ducks are off to a hot start to kick off the tournament placing 1st in the entire league at 3-0. Coed Tube Water Polo D3 blew out Sam’s Club early on Sunday 15-0. D3 is now 2-1 to start the season.
Approaching the Eisenhower tunnel and seeing skiers on our left at Loveland instantly gave us the jitters. The surrounding Alpenglow was quickly fading and being replaced by a black sky as we drove into tunnel. Our first test was waiting for us at the light of the tunnel. Popping out into the other side I could make out multiple spin-outs and flashing hazard lights through my sleet-covered windshield. However, my friends and I weren’t going to let the Colorado elements keep us from carving the fresh powder. Now for our second test. I threw on the hazard lights and joined the swarm of Subaru’s riding their breaks down the hill, continuing the trek to Arapahoe Basin. With purple knuckles grasping the wheel, we and our caravan turned off into Dillon and continued up Route 6 towards A-Basin. We grew a little anxious driving past Keystone and seeing nothing but green grass on the slopes. After all, at this point A-basin and Loveland were the only ski areas with enough snow to open. Chugging up, we finally arrived and it was evident that despite it being November 4th, ski season was officially in full swing. With most of the lots already full, we quickly snagged a spot in the Last Chance Lot. We emptied out of the car and hobbled towards the lift line in our clunky ski boots. Not only were we surrounded by a snow flurry but also by loads of like-minded skiers and about twenty “Von Millers” waiting in line as it was jersey day. Only two lifts were open. The Black Mountain Express, the main high-speed quad connected to the plaza, and the Lenawee mountain lift. Though the options may have been limited, the recent snowfall blessed us with fresh pow to shred and we couldn’t ask for anything more, in early November nonetheless. We had the itch and we scratched it. It felt glorious to get back out on the mountain and get our legs back into shape, but the best feeling? There’s only more ski days ahead. Keystone and Breckenridge are joining the party, opening Friday, November 10. For those of you with the Rocky Mountain Super Pass, Copper Mountain opens November
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FOOTBALL
Gallup semifinalist for Biletnikoff Award By Justin Michael @JustinTMichael
Senior wide receiver Michael Gallup was named one of ten semifinalists for the Biletnikoff Award Monday. The award is annually presented to the nation’s most outstanding receiver in college football. Gallup has been one of the most productive passcatchers in the country this season. In 11 games, the athletic wide receiver has recorded 87 receptions for 1,303 yards and seven touchdowns. What’s more, Gallup has been a nightmare for opposing secondaries, as he is currently averaging an impressive 15 yards per catch despite receiving a high volume of targets. Of the ten semifinalists, Gallup leads the group in receiving yards and ranks third in total receptions. Gallup is the first CSU player to be named a semifinalist for this prestigious award since Rashard Higgins was named a finalist in 2014. No player from Colorado State has ever won the award. Any player who catches a pass, regardless of position, is eligible for the Biletnikoff Award. This means tight ends, slot receivers and backs, inside receivers, wide receivers, split ends and running backs are eligible for the award. The Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation, Inc. will announce the three Biletnikoff Award finalists on Nov. 21, following the vote by the members of the Biletnikoff Award National Selection Committee. The winner will be presented on Dec. 7 on The Home Depot College Football Awards Show on ESPN. Justin Michael can be reached at jmichael@collegian.com
Michael Gallup celebrates a touchdown during the game against Boise State on Saturday, Nov. 11. PHOTO BY ASHLEY POTTS COLLEGIAN
FOOTBALL
Bobo approaching San Jose State with vigor By Colin Barnard
to their full potential…The best thing we can do as a staff is when you show up and go to work. The last three weeks for That’s a valuable lesson to those Colorado State football have kids.” Bobo stressed the been some of the most difficult in recent memory. Three importance of approaching this consecutive losses, two of game with same energy and vigor which came after holding late he has all season long, regardless leads, have diminished the of who the opponent is. With just early-season excitement that one win on the season, San Jose surrounded football in Fort State presents a unique task for CSU. Collins. In addition to ensuring his Now preparing for their final game of the regular season, the team does not overlook the oneRams turn their attention to win Spartans, Bobo must prepare entering bowl season on a high for a team that has nothing to note with a win against San Jose lose. Led by Brent Brennan, State. Given the gut-wrenching San Jose State is looking for nature of the losses to Wyoming a program-defining win, one and Boise State, that is not that Bobo knows they will be necessarily the easiest thing for searching for this weekend. As such severe underdogs, athletes to do. Head coach Mike Bobo the Spartans are able to take risks realizes the duty he and his that other teams with something coaching staff have in revitalizing on the line may not be able to. the team for this week of practice. That said, Bobo expects his Rams “My message to our staff last to have the same attitude. “I think everybody should night was, ‘They’re gonna follow us,’” Bobo said. “If you panic or play with that mind set; no fear,” are somebody that you’re not Bobo said. “There’s fear, and because of situations around there’s pressure that you feel you or what’s going on, your kids which is good. But you can’t be feel that and then they don’t play afraid that if you do something, @ColinBarnard_
if you cause something, if you break on a ball that you’re gonna lose…Our mindset is that we’ve got nothing to lose. We’re gonna play as hard as we can and as well as we can for each other.” Following last week’s game, the pain among the players was tangible. Bobo told his team that the loss hurts, as it should. He did his best to comfort running back Rashaad Boddie following his overtime fumble and encouraged his team to move forward. Using the hurt from the last
three weeks and playing at home on senior day, the Rams may have added motivation to win on Saturday. More than anything else, though, the yearning to be the best is what motivates Bobo. “It fuels me every day, not because a win or loss, but because I want to be the best team on that field that Saturday,” Bobo said. “I want to be the best team in the country, and that fuels me.” Colin Barnard can be reached at sports@collegian.com
Head coach Mike Bobo is furious after unsportsmanlike conduct is called against the CSU defense late in the 4th quarter of the Rams 59-52 loss against Boise State. PHOTO BY JAVON HARRIS COLLEGIAN
CLUB SPORTS
CSU club hockey upsets CU on their own ice during shootout By Evan Grant @EGrantsports
The Colorado State club hockey team travelled to Boulder and Denver for a two-game series against the University of Colorado in this year’s hockey equivalent to the Rocky Mountain Showdown. CSU (7-9-2-0) came into the series as a massive underdog, ranked No. 33 in the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) poll while the Buffaloes (15-2-0-1) were ranked No. 3. Playing on CU’s home ice while being a considerable underdog was the perfect recipe for the Rams to spoils CU’s hopes of beating their in-state rival in front of their home crowd. The game started as expected with CU taking a big 4-1 lead through the end of the second period. Heading into the third period, a comeback did not appear feasible for the Rams. CSU’s comeback started with a goal from Alec Orme to cut the Buffaloes’ lead to 4-2 with nine minutes remaining in the third. Still, with less than half a period to play,
CU looked primed to win the rivalry game. In the final 30 seconds of the game, though, CSU accomplished what seemed impossible. Two goals from Austin Ansay and Jared Southwell sent the game into overtime as the Buffaloes looked on in shock. After a scoreless overtime period, the game headed to a shootout. It took just one goal in the shootout for CSU to complete the upset, downing CU 5-4. The Rams didn’t just win the game against their in-state rival. They came together as a team and overcame an opponent that was more talented on paper. “Friday’s win in Boulder was a very special win with the three goals in the third period, two of them in the last 30 seconds,” CSU head coach Jeff Degree said. CSU’s win in Boulder was a big one, especially with starting goalie Dax Deadrick picking up an injury in the third period. Backup goalie Avery McDonald came into the game and made some big saves that sparked the CSU comeback.
“(McDonald) made some big saves that really sparked our guys to think we could come back. We kept pushing and were rewarded for it. We have come up short in many close one-goal games so it is great to see our guys persevere and win a close one, especially against CU,” Degree said. CSU’s win in Boulder was a big upset and even bigger moment for the team. They banded together and beat their rival on their home ice despite
being the underdog. The weekend concluded in Denver as the two teams met again at the Pepsi Center. CSU lost that game 3-0, splitting the series with the Buffaloes. CSU now sits at 7-9-2-0 on the season. They take on Central Oklahoma at the Epic Center in Fort Collins on Nov 16. Evan Grant can be reached at sports@collegian.com
Forward Elijah Aquilina skates past a Buff’s defender during the Center Ice Showdown at the Pepsi Center on Sunday, Nov. 12. The Rams split the weekend series against CU. PHOTO BY ASHLEY POTTS COLLEGIAN
SPORTS Tuesday, November 14, 2017
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BASKETBALL
Rams rebound from loss to upset Gonzaga By Luke Zahlmann @lukezahlmann
CSU women’s basketball embraced the role of underdog Monday night, spoiling the University of Gonzaga’s opening bout by a lopsided score of 65-49. The shooting troubles that plagued the Rams in their first game of the year against Idaho reared their ugly head once again early against the Bulldogs. From the start, Gonzaga utilized their height advantage down low and were able to conjure up a pair of blocks in the first quarter, swarming the Rams regularly. Enduring a near six-and-ahalf-minute stretch where they failed to score a point after their early bucket, CSU played from behind for most of the game. The Bulldogs took advantage to the tune of a 15-2 run led by their lead scorer Jill Barta. The Rams countered late in the quarter with a slim 5-3 run of their own to pull within 11. Despite being their first game, the Bulldogs came out firing on all cylinders. Playing through the inside, Gonzaga punished the Rams in the paint. In a roller coaster game, the Rams went on a lockdown of their own in the second quarter, parlaying a four-minute scoreless stretch from Gonzaga into a 10-0 run. The Rams eventually tied the game up at 25 a piece despite the treacherous start. “The poise impressed me,” coach Ryun Williams said. “Our (players) just kept playing and I think they had a belief in what we were doing, we just needed a few shots to drop. That’s where (Sofie Tryggedsson) came in. You saw a rough start but we just kept fighting.” Going into the half, the Rams led 33-31 with junior guard Sofie Tryggedsson catching fire from behind the arc, hitting four 3-pointers in the first half. One of the youngest teams in the Mountain West, the Rams outscored the Bulldogs 24-11 in the second quarter with the latter going ice cold for much of the quarter. A sign of maturity, the Rams were able to overcome a slow start in which their offense was
unable to piece together any harmony offensively. Turnovers served as an issue for the Rams as they were doubled up 12-6 in the first half. Overcoming mistakes will continue to be key for a young team that seeks to find their footing. Tryggedsson is being relied upon to pick up some of the points lost due to graduation in the Rams’ dynamic duo of Ellen Nystrom and Elin Gustavsson. As one of the few upperclassmen on the team, Tryggedsson is leading by example early for the Rams, serving as the ignitor for the team’s offense in the upset. “We needed people to step up,” Tryggedsson said. “It has been about Eli and Ellen a lot for the last couple of years. It’s a team effort every time, and we see that with Annie coming off the bench, and she ends up with 15 rebounds, and that’s what we need in this game.” Following the break, the Rams came out with a renewed vigor. Leaving the Moby Arena faithful standing for over half of the third quarter, the Rams locked down on defense and continued an attempt to break through down low on offense. “We really didn’t make any adjustments defensively (at halftime),” Williams said. “There were a couple actions that were giving us fits, but I just think we were a little more aware of what they were trying to do.” The Bulldogs finally broke through with their first basket of the second half coming after nearly six minutes had ticked off the clock. Although the Rams were able to stop the Bulldog attack, they were only able to push their run to 7-0 in the beginning half of the third quarter. The run equaled the total number of points allowed by the Rams in the entire quarter. A stark height advantage in the middle was unable to deter the Rams as they outrebounded the Bulldogs 48-33 in the game. A sign of admirable hustle, the Rams’ effort served as the catalyst for the upset, overcoming less-than-stellar ball control. Junior Annie Brady was able to accrue a doubledouble, leading the Rams with 15 rebounds to go along with her 11
Sofie Tryggedsson (5) brings the ball forward against the Gonzaga Bulldogs Nov. 13. PHOTO BY TONY VILLALOBOS MAY COLLEGIAN
points. The upset serves as a juxtaposition from the first game of the year for the Rams, and they will look to build off the big win. “We’ve just been waiting to
get on that level,” Brady said. “I think this is just the start and we are just going to build off of that.” The next opportunity for the Rams to continue their winning ways will be Thursday against
Eastern New Mexico as they continue their five-game home stand to begin the year. Luke Zahlmann can be reached at sports@collegian.com
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ARTS & CULTURE Tuesday, Novemebr 14, 2017
THEATER
ART
‘Love and Information’ is weird, and I like it Hallery exhibit showcases Semester at Sea photography By Maddie Wright @maddiewright
“Love and Information” by Caryl Churchill is a play that leaves a lot of room for interpretation. The play opened at Colorado State University’s Theater this weekend. “All you get is the pieces, like a jigsaw puzzle,” said Director Laura Jones. “And you have to figure out how it all fits together. It’s very different than anything I’ve ever done because there’s really no plot.” From the moment the audience enters the theatre, they are met with this dark purple light, evoking a mysterious feeling. It’s the kind of show that one second you think you understand and the next you just have to go “what is this?” Every scene is different from the last, except for the common string that keeps all parts together: a scene called “Depression” that features one character with this digital projection of blue and their journey. While it is uninterrupted by an intermission the whole show is interruptive of itself. Each scene varies in length but between each one there is a blackout and a quick
shuffling of the set. It is a fast paced performance with constant movement. “Everything has to flow fluidly through the show,” Jones said. To continue with the idea of interpretation, each scene had to be creatively crafted in a collaborative process by the director and the rest of the “Love and Information” team. Some scenes are silly where others are serious. Some are simple and relatable where some are surreal and creepy. “It was truly, in my experience, one of the best collaborative experiences I’ve ever had, and that’s saying a lot because I’ve been doing this for over 40 years,” Jones said. Jones has been a part of CSU’s theater department for 24 years and plans on retiring in May. This is her last show at CSU. And one of her most unique. “What a great finish,” Jones said. “What a great way to go out on such a strong piece.” There are 16 actors, 9 women and 7 men, in about 60 scenes in less that 2 hours. In a show frequently described as “kaleidoscopic,” there are lots of learning opportunities for the actors.
“It’s a very challenging and effective way to give actors an opportunity to shift on a dime,” Jones said. The performance and transitions by the actors are impressive. As are the presentations from the backstage crew. The impactful projections match the scene they are behind. The minimalist set allows for the kaleidoscope of a show, the costumes to show change all enhance the experience while being designed by students, according to Jones. It leaves the audience wanting more from each scene as they ask themselves “what happens next?” There’s no real closure for all the characters. It messes with your head a little. There is a strong element of individualization in that the play provides a window into all these lives for a quick second and is even existential at times. It is the theatrical equivalent of the blinking guy gif. Should you see it? Yes! It is unlike any play I have ever scene. It messes with the audience and is not fully comprehensible, and that is part of the beauty. It’s weird. I like it. Maddie Wright can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com
MOVIES AND TV
‘Murder on the Orient Express’ is not a train wreck By Nate Day @NateMDay
Agatha Christie’s murder-mystery “Murder on the Orient Express” has been a massively famous story since its publication in 1934. It has very successfully been adapted to film, television and stage over the last several decades, and Keneth Branagh’s latest film adaptation is no exception to that trend. A period piece, the film offers the opportunity to indulge in the lavish luxury of the 1930s in Europe, and the cinematography certainly delivers. It’s easily one of the most beautiful and visually striking films of the year, going far beyond what’s offered in films like “Beauty and the Beast” or “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.” While some shots are obviously computer generated, their jaw-dropping beauty makes it easy to forget. The cast of the film pulls out all of the stops. With an all-star cast-as is the tradition for Christie’s murder-mystery movies--the film allows many award-winning artists to flex their dramatic muscles. Many critics have complained about the lack of screen time for megastars like Dame Judi Dench or Penelope Cruz, but what such critics ignore is the power behind their small performances.
Judi Dench spends very little time on screen, but her biggest scene ensured that tears were in everyone’s eyes. Additionally, “Murder on the Orient Express” allows relative newcomers like Daisy Ridley and Leslie Odom Jr. a chance to shine, as well as the opportunity to prove that being a character actor doesn’t mean that you aren’t extremely talented as well. Johnny Depp makes an appearance as an abusive, entitled, murderous gangster, perhaps not too far off from the actor’s own character. Michelle Pfeiffer plays a key role in the film, transforming herself miraculously to play one of Agatha Christie’s best written and most famous characters. Interestingly, Pfeiffer also sings a heartbreaking ballad on the film’s soundtrack. Kenneth Branagh, who also directed the movie, stars as Hercule Poirot, who refers to himself as “probably the greatest detective in the world.” Branagh and his overthe-top mustache offer a performance that is right off of Christie’s pages, capturing the essence of the character and modernizing him through a lense of moral rediscovery which allows him to grow throughout the film, something the 1974 version of the film leaves
out entirely. Branagh and his screenwriters added a great deal of excitement to the story as well, making the film more enticing and suspenseful, all without sacrificing the gravity and maturity of the story. Another interesting addition to the film was the multicultural cast. The original was stuffed to the gills with white actors, and this one featured several actors of color. Aside from adding a better representation of the population of Europe to the film, this decision allowed for several overt commentaries to be made on racism and sexism, making those that subscribe to those beliefs look like monsters, and reminding audiences that regardless of race or gender, we’re all human at heart. Should you watch it? Yes The film was miraculously timed. Our nation having been through multiple massive tragedies lately, citizens are left wondering if there is enough good in the world, as well as trying to navigate right and wrong. The film centers on Branagh’s character finding that morality isn’t exactly black and white and that the world is actually full of good, loving people; a message that we could all benefit from at this point. Nate Day can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com
By Julia Trowbridge @chapin.jules
When walking through the basement of the Lory Student Center, students can get a glimpse of Asia and Africa courtesy of a Semester at Sea photography class. The gallery, titled “Culture through the Visual Lens,” is by a photography class from the Spring 2017 Semester at Sea voyage and is currently showcased in the Hallery, the Lory Student Center art gallery that exclusively shows student work. The Hallery was created after students expressed interest in showcasing their work. This is amplified by its location, which has a large amount of foot traffic. The current gallery consists of photographs from professor Pete Seel’s advanced photography class on the trip around ten countries in Asia and South Africa. “It was surreal,” said Abbey Tanner, a senior photojournalism major at Western Kentucky University. “I’m so grateful I could experience so many different cultures.” The Semester at Sea program travels the ocean along Asia and Africa, stopping in ten different countries in 108 days. The ship, or “floating university,” educates students in the classroom while at sea and stops at ports for around five days at a time to allow students to explore and learn first-hand about the culture, according to Layne Hanson, the vice president for student affairs at the Institute for Shipboard Education with Semester at Sea. “It’s experiential,” Hanson said. “Students are actually going to the place they’re learning about and seeing and interacting with the information and textbook knowledge.” The Semester at Sea experience is also unique because of it’s comparative nature, according to Hanson. The voyage allows for students to learn about
cultures with an actual world wide view. The photography class consisted of advanced photographers and photojournalists from universities all around the country in addition to professors and staff. The gallery is composed of the students’ photos, with a couple of photos by Seel, from one of projects throughout the semester, mainly consisting of their travel story or a themed photo story of their choice. “The theme of the gallery is learning about world culture in a very direct and personal way,” Seel said. “The voyage let’s you be immersed in a culture. It’s amazing what you can experience in five days.” The students from Seel’s photography class learned a lot about photojournalism in addition to culture. Because the nature of the class was advanced, the students were held to high expectations in capturing cultures and were encouraged to interact with their photography subjects. “The semester at sea helped me solidify more of what I want to do with my life in photojournalism,” Tanner said. “I’m really blessed that I could experience that. It’s really grown me a lot as a person.” For photojournalists or any major, the Semester at Sea encourages people to see the world. The photography in the Hallery is about visually decoding different cultures and allows the viewer and photographers to get immersed into a culture, according to Seel. “If you’d like to see what a student world experience at Semester at Sea is like, come look at the photos,” Seel said. The Hallery is located in the basement of the Lory Student Center. Julia Trowbridge can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com
A photo of a woman at a castle near the Taj Mahal in Agra, India taken by Abbey Tanner. Tanner, a senior studying photojournalism at Western Kentucky University, said that the woman seemed kind and gentle and was so excited to have her portrait taken. PHOTO BY JULIA TROWBRIDGE COLLEGIAN
ARTS & CULTURE Tuesday, November 14, 2017
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NATIONAL
‘Supergirl’ Melissa Benoist: ‘Heartbreaking’ that her industry doesn’t mirror her show’s message By Libby Hill
Los Angeles Times
“Supergirl” star Melissa Benoist has spoken out in the wake of sexual harassment accusations against co-showrunner Andrew Kreisberg, who has been suspended pending an investigation by Warner Bros. “I am a woman who leads a show that supports equality and feminism, empowerment and fighting for what is right. I have always tried to conduct myself this way personally, as well,” Benoist said in a statement posted Sunday night on Twitter. “Sadly, the show and my career are a part of an industry that doesn’t always mirror these sentiments.” In a Variety story Friday, 15 women and four men detailed years of alleged misconduct by Kreisberg, including frequent touching without permission, asking for massages from female staff members and sexualized comments about women’s appearances. Kreisberg has denied the accusations. Warner Bros. is
conducting an investigation with the cooperation of Berlanti Productions, which oversees the producer’s shows. Variety said its sources chose to remain anonymous out of fear of retaliation. Benoist didn’t directly mention Kreisberg _ who serves as an executive producer on The CW’s “Arrow,” “The Flash” and “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow” in addition to “Supergirl” _ but addressed the atmosphere of the aftermath of allegations against him. “This is heartbreaking, and at times makes me feel helpless. I know I’m not the only one who feels this way,” she wrote. “But I’m an optimist. I believe lasting change is possible, and when people are mistreated, they should have a safe forum to speak their trust and always be heard.” She continued: “And when people commit crimes or harass others they should always be held accountable _ no matter what industry they work in or how much power they wield.” Benoist then moved to advocate that people, including her-
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self, should continue speaking up in the face of wrongdoing and to hold themselves to a higher standard. “So this week, I’ll head back to work on Supergirl even more committed to being a part of
changing the norm by listening when people speak up, and refusing to accept an environment that is anything less than a safe, respectful and collaborative space,” she concluded. The third season of “Su-
pergirl” is airing on the CW. It premiered on CBS in 2015 and moved to its current home for its second cycle. Content pulled from Tribune News Service.
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MOVIES & TV
Why should you watch movies and TV? By Mir-Yashar Seyedbagheri @dudesosad
You should watch movies and TV shows. Movies and TV shows are a scourge. This sums up the debate about the role of entertainment on our lives. Colorado State University students have their own particular takes on our entertainmentsaturated world. “I think it is a good way to decompress and not have stress,” said Lydia Hadley, a senior hospitality management major. Hadley, a fan of “Parenthood” and “Friends,” said movies speak to human connections. “It is a good social thing,” Hadley said. “I think it tells a lot about a person and what they watch.” For Haley Herring, a junior hospitality major, movies and TV shows are good distractions. “I think it can make you laugh,” Herring said. “It takes your mind off school or work.” Herring thinks comedies are particularly beneficial. “I would say we as students take life too seriously,” Herring said. Herring added that she saw “Thor” over the weekend. “It made me happy,” Herring said. Hannah Clark, a freshman biology major, agrees. “It can be a distraction, depending on the genre,” she said. While Clark said she watches movies every few weeks, they still have a childhood connection. “I grew up watching stupid movies,” Clark, an Adam Sandler
fan, said. “It is kind of nostalgic.” Ella Weber, a sophomore equine science major, thinks movies offer a personal connection. “You can relate to them and see yourself in them,” Weber said. Weber said she watches movies once a week. Like many CSU students, comedy is her preferred fare. “If I am going to watch a movie to get away from reality,” Weber said. “I want something uplifting.” Some students like onscreen portrayals of different worlds. “I know this sounds crazy,” Maddie Eichler said, “(TV shows) show me different careers.” Eichler, an undeclared freshman, was particularly captivated by watching “Criminal Minds.” “I was like how cool would it be to do that?” Eichler said. Zoe Fiedler, a sophomore marketing major, is a huge fan of the “Star Wars” movies. “They are so different from what we live in real life,” Fiedler said. Hans Vanags, a freshman philosophy major, thinks movies can inspire viewers on an artistic level. “Seeing other people’s stories,” Vanags said. “It helps you with creativity.” Vanags is a fan of “The Big Lebowski” and “Step Brothers.” He said the movie’s characters and humor are “unique.” In particular, Vanags likes the premise of “Step Brothers,” in which two constantly fighting 40-year old stepsiblings live at home. Vanags also likes that “The
Big Lebowski” spawned its own religion “Dudeism.” Dudeism is based on the philosophy of the movie’s protagonist, a potsmoking, White-Russian drinking ex-liberal activist called “The Dude.” Students also said viewing movies and TV comes with inherent disadvantages. The biggest obstacle? Procrastination. Herring said frequent movie watching can be a mindless stress reliever, but it can also be addictive. “The day you say you are gonna watch one episode, you watch 40,” Herring said. Weber thinks movie’s portrayals of life are problematic. “They show you a false reality,” Weber said. Favorite movies/TV show of students: “Grace and Frankie,” “10 Things I Hate About You”, “The Big Lebowski,” “The Waterboy.” Mir-Yashar Seyedbagheri can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com
Hans Vanags, a philosophy major and freshman at CSU, describes the benefits of watching movies. Han’s enjoys watching movies because “he likes seeing other peoples’ stories and they help “fuel his creativity.” PHOTO BY COLIN SHEPHERD COLLEGIAN
Daily Horoscope Nancy Black
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY
(11/14/17). You’re growing stronger, more powerful and more influential over the next two years. Track finances carefully. Communication can unlock professional doors this winter, before home renovation or relocation engages your creativity. Summer discoveries lead to changing domestic options and career expansion. Dreams can come true. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. ARIES (March 21-April 19)
— 9 — A partner’s opinion is important. Discuss plans before taking action. Figure out where you want things to land before you pick them up. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — 9 — Get coaching to improve your performance. Ask an expert for an outside view. Practice and refine your moves to catch an opportunity. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — 8 — Cook up something interesting with someone attractive. Connect with a fresh collaboration, and determine who will do what. Follow up talk with action. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — 7 — Discuss home renovations with family before starting to move furniture. Make sure your team is aligned. Authorize improvements once you’ve worked it out. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — 8 — Dig deeper into a favorite subject. Catch up on reading. Ask questions, and take notes. Share your fascinating
discoveries. Plan and prepare before launching. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — 9 — Negotiate and arrange mutually beneficial deals. Sign contracts, and determine roles and responsibilities. Set the stage for powerful action, and set wheels in motion. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — 9 — You’ve got the energy to make things happen. Talk over your plans with friends, and entertain suggestions. Make reservations and promises. Get the ball rolling. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — 7 — Relax; review accomplishments. Clean up and plan what’s next. Imagine and invent what you would like. Talk about your dreams. Act on one. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — 8 — Work with your team to get more done, faster. Share what you’re learning. Huddle to work out the game plan, and then go. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — 8 — A professional challenge has your focus. You may need to call in reinforcements. Move quickly to prevent costly mistakes. Positive action grows your influence. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — 8 — Educational exploration could pull you into uncharted territory. Discuss options, and strategize. Take action to follow your plan. Do what you said you would. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) — 8 — Get detailed with numbers. Keep your fingers on your family’s financial pulse. Talk about different strategies and possible solutions. Provide leadership, and delegate tasks.
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Joji transitions from YouTuber to lo-fi hip-hop artist with debut EP By Henry Netherland @NetherlandHenry
For years, YouTube bad boy George “Joji” Miller entertained and disgusted his cult fan base with a unique brand of vulgar and absurdist humor under his plethora of characters like Filthy Frank and Pink Guy. He has even gone so far as to release a 30-track mix tape titled “Pink Season” in which he raps as Pink Guy about a variety of subjects ranging from racism to pedophilia to even eating dogs. Now, under a new name and with the help of Asian rap collective 88rising, Joji arrives with the complete opposite of his usual output on “In Tongues.”
Within the last year, the popularity of a niche subgenre known as lo-fi hip-hop has exploded onto the internet. Relying on a unique blend of Japanese culture and moody rap beats, lo-fi hip-hop artists use “aesthetic” as the cornerstone of their appeal. Typically, instrumentals are the main focus of songs, with the occasional sampled vocal clip acting as a detour from its monotony. As popular as the genre may have become, there is yet a notable vocalist who takes advantage of these instrumentals in an engaging fashion, before Joji. Joji subverts usual lo-fi hiphop music with moody vocals and lyrics that play directly into the music’s aesthetic.
Artists like XXXTENTACION and Ugly God have dabbled in similar instrumentals on recent projects. However, both of their albums lacked development needed to remain engaging for a substantial period of time.
Listen to “In Tongues” on YouTube or Apple music. From the track list, “Bitter Fuck” is the definite black sheep. While the majority of the EP is spent longing for a former lover, on “Bitter Fuck” Joji selfcriticizes in a fashion that is both depressing and hilarious. “Pills” opens with pittering
guitars that glide the listener into Joji’s chant. On the verses, the instrumental feels bareboned. Once the chorus arrives, however, the instrumentals blossom into a beautiful bouquet of sounds. It almost feels symphonic. The vocals consistently stay at the same level emotionally although there is a small increase in passion on the chorus. As listenable as the vocals are, they do have their limitations. Joji does have pitch and he does show a decent amount of versatility, especially when he uses his falsetto as background vocals. What he has in overall skill though, he lacks in emotion. Unfortunately, he pretty much stays inside a
moody bubble and never really leaves his comfort zone. Should you listen to it? Yes. Joji’s music has its limitations, but overall it is a good debut project. Out of the many internet celebrities attempting to transition to serious musical artist, Joji is the most probable because he has one thing most YouTubers do not … talent. Every single song Joji has released on SoundCloud has consistently required several listens to appreciate every aspect. Even if the EP is not an immediate hit with you, give it some time for it to settle. Henry Netherland can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com
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Women in Public Service Leadership In talk highlights leadership, taking risks memory: Eric Neil Kudlow By Allec Brust @allecbrust
The Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership and Woman and Gender Advocacy Center hosted a Women in Public Service Leadership panel Wednesday afternoon in the Lory Student Center. About 40 students and faculty listened to panelists Donna Lynne, lieutenant governor of Colorado, Darla Sidles, superintendent of Rocky Mountain National Park,and Penelope CulbrethGrath, former city manager of Colorado Springs. Courtenay Daum, a Colorado State University political science professor, acted as the moderator for the all-female panel. Panel members opened up about multiple aspects of public service and their personal experiences in their differing fields. The panelists, who are all advanced professional women in government, answered numerous questions about working in public service from the female perspective. Lynn, who is currently campaigning to replace Gov. John Hickenlooper at the
end of his term in 2018, was passionate about stepping outside of the box as a woman in government. “I am often asked what it takes to be a great leader,” Said Lynne. “Hands down, it’s taking risks. You cannot be a good leader if you do not take risks.” Panelists also spoke on the difficulties of public service and their journey to where they are today. According to Culbreth-
Grath, public service is often difficult, but not unrewarding. “When you serve (in the public sector), you are always serving others,” CulbrethGrath said. “There’s no better place to be in my opinion.” Although the women on the panel came from different backgrounds in the private sector, each woman had their own message on stepping outside of the norm.
Sidles has worked in national parks for most of her time in public service. Sidles said she believes women should not have reservations when it comes to making an impact. “Take every chance you can to do something and get out of your comfort zone,” Sidles said. Allec Brust can be reached at abrust@collegian.com
Darla Sidles, Dr. Penelope Culbreth-Grath, Donna Lynne and moderator Courtenay Daum discuss thier leadership experiences. PHOTO BY BRANDON MENDOZA COLLEGIAN
Eric Neil Kudlow, 28, of Fort Collins passed away on November 3, in Fort Collins. Eric was born on May 17, 1989, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to Jeffery Elliot and Linda Kudlow. Eric was a student at Colorado State University and was a research intern at the Peccoud Laboratory. Eric was a musician and enjoyed hiking, skiing and tennis. He was deeply loved for his kindness and humor by his brother, sister and all his family. Eric is survived by his mom, Linda Kudlow; and siblings, Brian Kudlow (Eileen) and Alison Kudlow. He was preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey Kudlow. There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 10 at Greenwood and Myers Mortuary in Boulder. Please visit www. greenwoodmyersfuneral. com to offer condolences. Published in The Coloradoan from Nov. 8 to Nov. 12, 2017.
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Faculty speak on cultural issues for undocumented students By Mason Force @masforce1
After years of research, Susana Muñoz is preparing to present her findings on the cultural issues that both undocumented students and students protected by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals bill face in Colorado. Muñoz, an assistant professor in the Colorado State University School of Education, will be presenting her research paper to faculty and students Wednesday, Nov. 15 in Lory Student Center Room 312 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The presentation, titled “Interrogating Legality and Campus Climate: How Undocumented and DACAmented College Students Experience Institutional Legal Violence in Colorado,” will focus on the cultural impact of rescinding DACA and the 2016 presidential election. According to Muñoz, her
research project, which she began shortly after her arrival at CSU three years ago, is divided into two parts. The first section of the study consisted of interviewing DACA students and faculty that worked with them, and the second phase centered on focus groups.
INTERROGATING LEGALITY AND CAMPUS CLIMATE ■ Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 3 p.m.
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■ Lory Student Center Room 312 ■ Presentation to focus on the
cultural impact of rescinding DACA and the 2016 presidential election
“The larger project included interviews with undocumented students and staff that serve
undocumented students on their campuses,” Muñoz said. “In the second phase of the study, we’re actually conducting focus groups … in the second phase we’re really geared toward the impact of the political climate no undocumented students.” CSU, as part of the state’s Advancing Students for a Stronger Economy Tomorrow bill, charges in-state tuition for qualifying undocumented students. According to Muñoz, the state law was a major part of what led her to conduct the research in the first place. “I wanted to see what has changed (about the policy) in terms of behaviors and practices on college campuses that help support the educational success of undocumented students,” Muñoz said. The data that research has provided over the past three years points to a lack of support overall for undocumented students,
according to Muñoz, though this data was largely collected before the United States presidential election of 2016. Since then, she said the added public attention has improved the support network, at least to an extent. “We’re seeing a different story
now,” Muñoz said. “Institutions are addressing the issue in different ways.” Mason Force can be reached at news@collegian.com.
Colorado State University Students stand in support of DACA at the Lory Student Center Plaza on Nov 14. 2016. PHOTO BY LUKE WALKER COLLEGIAN