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Badger state tips the electoral meter to Trump Emily Lepkowski News Editor

The 30th state in the United States was the late-night deciding factor for the nation’s 45th president.

Wisconsin was the final push needed for the first step of now-President Elect Donald Trump’s mission to “Make America Great Again,” winning 276 of the electoral vote in a stunning blow to Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton’s campaign.

“America has a new champion,” Vice President elect Mike Pence said before introducing Trump’s victory speech.

Clinton called Trump to concede the election shortly after the announcement of Trump winning Wisconsin.

In the historic night, Wisconsin voted Republican for the first time since 1984, losing its purple state status.

Trump pledged himself the people of America in his victory speech in order to unite together and rebuild the nation.

“We are going to dream of things for our country again, beautiful and successful things,” Trump said.

In a long night of waiting, Trump won key battle states like North Carolina, Florida and Ohio.

While Hillary Clinton was expected to do better in Midwestern states, the race was tight leaving a margin of a few percentages between each candidate.

An interactive map of Wisconsin on Channel 3000’s website illustrated the voting outcomes of each county.

The map showed both Jefferson and Walworth

having over 50 percent support for Trump while Trump announced his candidacy for the presDane County’s majorities went to Clinton. idency on June 16, 2015 – with a quick followDespite the overall support from Jefferson ing of supporters and criticisms. Trump battled and Walworth, students at UW-Whitewater had against 16 other career Republican politicians mixed opinions. throughout the primaries, securing the nomSophomore, Luke Eiden, was the first of an ination. Despite backlash from inappropriate estimated 26 hundred plus voters through the comments and actions, his message resonated polls of the University Center’s Hamilton Room with enough supporters to secure the Republiat 7 a.m. He described his decision to vote as not can nomination in early July. taking the lesser of the two evils, but of supportDonald Trump’s inauguraing someone who is for the people. tion will be on FriSome voters also had their attention foday Jan. 21, cused on the Third Party candidate, 2017 Gary Johnson, who did not win over any states.

However, despite voter outcome, his stint in the election drew greater attention to the Libertarian party than in previous elections.

“I think that his is one of those elections that gave a bigger voice to third parties and whether we have a viable third party someday or not I think that this election opened the door for people like Gary Johnson and Jill Stein to be able to be on the ballot and to be able to have a voice,” freshmen Louisa Fredriksson said. graphic by Carlie Sue Herrick / Graphics Editor The path to 270

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Johnson retains his position in US Senate

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Ron Johnson speaks about his victory at his business in Oshkosh. Johnson pulled ahead of Feingold in the majority of 72 counties.

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For former Sen. Russ Feingold, it’s 2010 all over again.

By a vote of 1,386,836 to 1,236,440, Feingold lost again to incumbent Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wisconsin) during his campaign to secure the seat he lost six years ago during the rise of the Republican Tea Party movement.

Johnson pulled 52 percent of the vote when it was called at 10 p.m. on election night.

In his acceptance speech, Johnson, previously a businessman from the Fox Lake region of the state before his victorious 2010 bid, said he and his political peers plan to continue bringing “good customer service” to his Wisconsin constituents.

“I’ve had the privilege over such as Dane County and the the last, really, six years counties surrounding to the serving with really phenom- south and west. Feingold led enal people,” Johnson said. the dark blue counties with “Over the last couple of days, leads ranging from 20 pertraveling through the state, I cent all the way to 45 percent really don’t think Wisconsin in Dane County. However, it fully a p pre“I’ve had the privilege over that last, ciates really, six years serving with really how phenomenal people.” lucky w e -Ron Johnson are to have t h e men and women of integrity was not enough to combat in our state legislature, in the against the high numbers of governorship [and] serving deep red states Johnson sein Congress.” cured with his largest margin Johnson pulled ahead of of 36.9 percent in Fond du Feingold in almost 80 per- Lac County. cent of Wisconsin’s 72 counFeingold conceded the race ties. Feingold had large leads shortly after the announcein historically liberal areas, ment, greeting his support-

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ers with an “Ah, my friends.”

“Well, I didn’t expect this outcome, to be honest with you,” Feingold said. “I’m sorry we didn’t get the job done … we gave it everything we had. I cannot tell you how I feel about the support that I received from everybody, every day.”

5th District keeps incumbent Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R- WI 5th District) won his reelection campaign against Democratic candidate Khary Penebaker and Libertarian John Arndt. Sensenbrenner brought in 260,708 votes, giving him a 37.5 percent lead over Penebaker.

Arndt received just 4 percent of the votes.

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Nov. 9, 2016

Vruwink defeats Hetz with two thousand vote difference Nicole Aimone Assistant News Editor

After a long night of vote-counting Don Vruwink (D-Wisconsin) has won the race for the 43rd Assembly District State Representative seat against opponent Allison Hetz with 16,178 votes.

Vruwink, a retired four-decade history teacher in the district, began the election cycle by defeating his Democratic primary opponent Anissa Welch during the primary election, which brought him to the general election against Hetz. Both candidates are UW-Whitewater alumni.

A Milton native, Vruwink had support for his campaign through much of the district including Oregon, Edgerton and photo by Kimberly Wethal / Co-Editor in Chief Whitewater. Vruwink has also had support from many school ad- 43rd District candidate Don Vruwink greets students on campus and urges them to vote for him in the local elections on ministrators and superintendents Nov. 8. Vruwink defeated his opponent Allison Hetz, a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Alumni within the district.

“I went to as many doors as I ready with financial literacy and “I think they’ve heard the mes“I’ve had support throughout the could, and I think the best cam- the trades industry,” Vruwink said. sage that their vote matters. And it whole district in the primary, I won paign is going to as many doors you “And as a school board member really does. I’m hoping that they’re every area of the district, I know a can,” Vruwink said. “And getting to and an assembly person, I can real- here not just for the presidential, lot of people throughout the dis- know as many people as you can.” ly make that happen.” but for the unified school district trict,” Vruwink said. “I think that There were many issues that VruBoth Vruwink and Hetz spent ,and for the assembly, for the senwill help me in the election.” wink addressed in his campaign, Election Day on campus remind- ate,” Jan Bilgen, Associate Director The campaign process began for and plans to address if he is elect- ing students to vote and getting the for Career Leadership and DevelVruwink about six months ago, ed, such as non partisan districting, word out to vote for local candi- opment, said. “People say millenniwith the strategy of allowing his money for education and building dates. Many Whitewater students als don’t vote, I don’t believe that.” constituents to get to know their roads. came out to support not only presHetz could not be reached for candidate. Vruwink says it’s a rea“Education is my major back- idential candidates, but also local comment at press time. son as to why he won. ground. I’m doing some things al- candidates.

Campus Briefs Whitewater Student Government President David Kroeze resigned from his position on the Executive Board.

Former Vice President Kane Poad was sworn in as Whitewater Student Government President during Monday night’s meeting, along with former Deputy Speaker of the Senate Thomas Kind, who was sworn in as Vice President.

“I believe it will be a smooth transition, and I look forward to seeing what WSG will accomplish moving forward,” Kroeze said in an email statement to the Royal Purple.

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Veteran, author receives Chancellor’s literary award Brad Allen Biz &Tech Editor

Award-winning author Tim O’Brien told a crowd of students and faculty on Monday, Nov. 7 that he has learned to hate the Fourth of July and how our culture tends to celebrate killing people.

“Killing people is terrible,” O’Brien said. “I find it sickening to celebrate that, it’s disgusting. How

about we celebrate something else, like the fact that we all get to vote?”

O’Brien wrote the best-selling war novel “The Things They Carried.” This fiction book is based on real events from his time serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. UW-Whitewater offered O’Brien the Chancellor’s Literary Award at 7 p.m. on Nov. 7 in the Young Auditorium.

Before O’Brien was introduced, many veterans in the crowd were asked to stand up, and were regarded with thunderous applause.

“I thought it was really cool for O’Brien to come speak on campus,” freshman Johnny Pierson said. “I read his book in high school and this semester.”

Pierson said he thought the fact that O’Brien hated war was shocking.

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Tim O’Brien, Veteran and author of The Things They Carried interacts with a student during his book signing after accepting the Chancellors Literary award on Mon Nov. 7. O’Brien also spoke to students in Young Auditorium.

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“I’m definitely glad I came,” Pierson said. He was one of many students to wait in line to have O’Brien sign their copy of his book.

Chancellor Beverly Kopper said O’Brien’s novel “transcends time and is a gripping novel. Once you start reading, you can’t put it down.”

The decision to offer the award to O’Brien was made months ago, in May, Assistant Dean of the College of Letters & Sciences, Susan Johnson, said.

“This book has touched the lives of so many people,” Johnson said.

One of those lives is the father of a young woman who once wrote a 100-page letter to Tim O’Brien.

The girl who wrote the letter was 22, and she recounted how her parents’ troubled marriage was saved because her father read O’Brien’s novel. She had been assigned to read “The Things They Carried” in her senior year of high school, and left it on the end table in the living room after school. Her father discovered and read a few pages of the book, and for the first time in her life, her father spoke at the dinner table—about the things that he carried with him while serving in Vietnam.

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Middle School to host Veterans Day event

Whitewater Middle School, 401 S. Elizabeth St., will host a free breakfast with donuts and beverages at 7:15 a.m. on Thursday, Nov 10.

The breakfast will be followed by a ceremony to honor local veterans, National Guards and all other active duty servicemen for their service.

‘They deserve more than fifty percent’ Businesses offer deals, gratitude to veterans

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simple ‘thank you’ is all it may take to show a veteran appreciation, but some businesses and organizations have taken appreciation a step further.

Many businesses in the Whitewater community try to offer something a little extra to show their support of our armed forces servicemen and veterans.

Second Salem Brewing Company will offer a free pint of beer to Veterans and active duty servicemen on Veterans Day. “We get people in here from the National Guard all the time at lunch,” Second Salem owner Chris Christian said. “Usually we’ll give them 50 percent off their meal.”

At some businesses, active duty servicemen are asked to show their military ID to receive a discount.

Christian said he has a friend serving in the U.S. Army in Afghanistan.

“He told me soldiers are never supposed to show their military ID,” Christian said. “I did not know that.

I thought it was pretty interesting.”

Christian said that American citizens owe everything to the people who have made sacrifices while serving in the armed forces, and that those men and women allow us to enjoy our freedom at home.

“I’m a firm believer that we need to support our Veterans,” Christian said. “Many of them were not drafted—they chose to serve. They deserve more than 50 percent off x

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their meal.”

Rick’s Eastside Pub will offer 25 percent off fish fry on Veteran’s Day.

Four generations of soldiers

United States Marine Corps Veteran and owner of LGO International Bill Osborne said Home Depot is one business that treats veterans well.

“Although, there’s more senior discounts out there than veterans discounts,” Osborne said.

Osborne is a third-generation soldier in a four-generation line of servicemen. His grandfather was a First Lieutenant in the Army during World War I, his father was a Junior Grade Lieutenant in the Navy during World War II, Osborne served as a Captain in the Marines from 1973 to 1988, and his son serves as a Lieutenant Colonel for the Marines.

“There’s certainly a lot more recognition of veterans now than there was after the Vietnam War,” Os-

borne said. “We take a lot of pride in our commitment to this country.”

Osborne was commissioned as an officer through UW-Whitewater after the Vietnam War. He was stationed on the U.S. East Coast from 1973 to 1976, then took part in several overseas operations, including “Operation Northern Wedding” in Germany and “Operation Agile Jouster” in Puerto Rico.

“It took me two or three months to assimilate back into civilian life,” Osborne said. “I enjoyed my time in the Marine Corps. It was a good challenge.”

A warm welcome

UW-Whitewater Veterans Services Coordinator Richard Harris served for six years in the U.S. Army in Germany, Turkey, South Korea and in Iraq during the Gulf War. Harris said one business that has stood out the most to him is Jersey Mike’s Subs, which held a benefit to

OF DUTY CALL INFINITE WARFARE

Another year, another Call of Duty—only this time with Jon Snow (Game of Thrones’ actor Kit Harrington) as the lead villain.

The makers of the Modern Warfare series have returned with their fifth installment into the 16-games-and-counting Call of Duty series.

Infinite Warfare is a futuristic first-person-shootReview by: er set mostly in space, Brad Allen with some missions taking Biz & Tech place on various planets in Editor the solar system.

Campaign mode

Infinite Warfare’s campaign is loaded with

stunning visuals and quests to blow up every single enemy spacecraft in the solar system.

The story takes place in the year 2080, after humans had long before settled on other planets and moons to harvest resources to create an artificial atmosphere to protect Earth, since its natural atmosphere was depleted by climate change. The colonies on other planets successfully rebelled and seceded from Earth control 30 years before the story, forming the Settlement Defense Front (SDF). The SDF attacks Earth and starts a planetary war, and somehow, the Earth’s only remaining two starships are supposed to take out the entire enemy fleet.

My favorite aspect of the campaign is the bromance between main protagonist Captain Nick Reyes and his robot companion “Ethan,” along

raise money for veterans’ services and health programs.

“We came home to a lot of flags waving,” Harris said. “We were received very well. Most of the nation has learned more about what soldiers have done overseas and honor that sacrifice.”

Harris describes contemporary wars as being political, with the exception of the Gulf War. “In the military, your job is to destroy the enemy,” Harris said.

“That’s not political, that’s just reality. We serve so that people can have the right to exist and be able to disagree. We just want to do our job.”

There are 418 veterans, National Guard servicemen and Army Reserves members at UW-Whitewater, Harris said.

“Many people know someone who has served in some capacity,” Harris said. “And there’s always the possibility for families to receive the news that someone in a uniform won’t be coming home that day.

We’re always mindful of that.”

Harris Harris’ office connects student veterans to various programs, such as the UW-W Health Center, UW-W Counseling Services, the Madison Veterans Center and Veteran Affairs Hospitals in Madison and Milwaukee.

“Some universities don’t have the services that we do,” Harris said.

“The vets lounge is a really good support service. It allows students veterans to connect and talk about their experiences in a safe space.”

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with the close friendship between Reyes and his second-in-command Lieutenant Nora Salter.

Multiplayer mode

The multiplayer is consistent with other Call of Duty games with only the scenery feeling very different. The various maps are set on planet outposts or inside damaged spaceships.

New gadgets make the multiplayer combat more interesting than previous installment Black Ops 3, which I feel is absolute garbage.

Infinite Warfare isn’t the best game I’ve ever played, but you can tell the developers really put their heart into it. For that, and the breathtaking views, I’m enjoying this new game quite a bit.

Final rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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Thank you for voting

On Nov. 8, voting centers opened at 7 a.m. and millions of Americans fulfilled their duty as citizens by voting. We, at the Royal Purple,

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want to thank everyone who voted for contributing to the democracy that makes America great! Please continue voting in future elections.

“Stealth Trump supporters” steal election Royal Purple Editorial Staff Opinion

This election cycle has been a whirlwind. There’s no other way to say it because much of the unthinkable happened on Election Night.

The Republican debate stage was lined more than a dozen experienced politicians and nobody thought that businessman Donald J. Trump would be the nominee, but nobody thought that he could win the election.

There have been many new sources asking why national polls have failed so badly that they could not predict this outcome. To many, this has left a pit in their stomach and a headache in their skull.

The reason for the shock: The failure of the pollsters and the media to recognize that this election is not like file photo any other. The number of unforgettable outcome and Trump supporters that went it is called the Bradley Efunrecognized because of fect. The Bradley effect is “a models that reflected likely theory concerning observed voters and the reliance on discrepancies between voter prior demographics. opinion polls and election This election was anything outcomes in some United but likely.

States government elecThere is a theory for this tions where a white candi-

date and a non-white candidate run against each other.

The theory proposes that some voters who intend to vote for the white candidate would nonetheless tell pollsters that they are undecided or likely to vote for the non-white candidate.”

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CNBC says “What is the “stealth Trump” vote? The theory stems from Trump’s high unfavorability rating.

Because so many people dislike him, a good deal of his supporters are embarrassed to publicly say they’re voting for him. That includes telling pollsters the truth about their support for him.”

Many Trump supporters have been hiding their support for the candidate because of some of the things that he has said. However, they have obviously spoken and president-elect Donald Trump has won the White House.

CNBC says “Luckily for our democratic process, the polls and pundits don’t get to decide who wins our elections. But they have made one thing clear: If Trump is going to win this contest, he’s going to need a significant boost from the so-called “stealth Trump supporters” out there.”

This has quite obviously became a reality and not just a thought. The “stealth Trump supporters” showed up to the polls Tuesday evening and they showed up in large numbers.

With a close to clean sweep, this election was all but unpredictable. It is has revealed a lot about our polling system and the changes that have to be mad.

“Stealth Trump supporters” are all around us whether you know it or not. It is important that regardless of affiliation, we have to respect one another’s opinions.

This election has caused a lot of people to hide their ideals because of the fear that someone may disagree.

Everyone should be allowed to have their opinions and express them freely.

Love each other and respect each other. Right now we need to heal as a country instead of tearing ourselves apart.

Lacking the ability to respect one another is causation of incorrect polling. This is on us as citizens, and the pollsters for not listening. Maybe in 2020, we can agree to disagree in order to get a better big picture.

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Increased funding to K-12 schools needed

With the election just around the corner, you may or may not be aware of a $23,500,000 facilities referendum on the city of Whitewater’s ballot.

Many school districts in Wisconsin are in the same situation where funds are needed just to maintain safety and promote learning. This is true from small towns like Whitewater all the way up through our own capital city, Madison. I would hope that future election cycles would not have the same number of referendums related directly to our educational system. This type of funding should be

allocated at the state level in the biennial budget.

The current referendum here in Whitewater is being proposed for a number of reasons: aging facilities, fiscal responsibility (paying off previous loans) and modern learning. Overall, this referendum is not going to impact residents too harshly.

It will only result in a total tax increase of $18 annually per $100,000 of property value (1).

The actual projects that have been proposed will address: district-wide safety and security improvements, ADA compliance updates, mainte-

nance and infrastructure upgrades and renovation or instructional spaces (2). These projects are covering several needs across the district at all three elementary schools, the middle school and the high school.

While one could potentially argue the need for individual upgrades or improvements, it is obvious that a need for additional funding for K-12 systems statewide exists.

As time goes on and technology continues to advance in our schools, we will need more resources in order to stay up to date.

If we do not address this

now, our children will suffer in the short term, and our society in the long run.

Right now, local municipalities can take advantage of referendums to secure the required funds to maintain their schools.

The time will come when it is harder to convince the voting public of this need. For this reason and many more, we need to revisit funding for our schools at the state level as part of the biennial budget.

It is true, many needs at the state level are apparent and many tough choices need to be made.

The future of our children is not one that can be taken lightly. I hope the next time the state makes budget, our children and their educational needs will be viewed as a much higher priority. I would urge any and all citizens to contact their local and state representatives and express their concerns as it relates to this. If our children cannot count on us, who can they count on?

— Madeline Walton Social Work BA

High levels of drinking on college campus

Going into college you have a higher peer pressure risk of consuming alcohol, especially if you go to a college similar to Whitewater, where our school is known for partying and drinking. Although this may seem like a fun time in the moment, this could lead to concerns and problems.

Many of us do not know the short term and long term risks of drinking alcohol. Consequences can lead to health problems, citations, and even death to you or someone else. Not only does it affect the person that drinks alcohol, it affects their families, and the community. People can seriously get hurt, or hurt someone else while under the influence of alcohol.

As mentioned before, consum-

ing alcohol may be a good idea at the time, but it has no benefits in the long run. College students who continuously drink risk being assaulted, being sexually harassed, having academic problems, suffering from alcohol use disorder, driving under the influence, and other consequences. College students from the age of 18 to 24 suffer the most with alcohol consumption. Almost 2,000 college students between these ages die from alcohol related accidents such driving while under the influence. 97,000 experiences alcohol related sexual assault or date rape, and 1 out of 4 students report missing school or failing classes due to alcohol related activities each year. Students in college are more likely to

binge drink, causing health problems later in life such as damaging livers and other organs.

The best way to address these problems and concerns for these students is by educating them on the consequences. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism article, College Drinking, some individual level interventions can help college towns such as Whitewater, “change students’ knowledge, attitudes and behaviors related to alcohol so that they drink less, take fewer risks, and experience fewer harmful consequences”.

These interventions include programs of awareness, cognitive approaches, motivational approaches, and behavioral interventions by health professionals.

These are all good approaches.

Making students aware of the harm alcohol can cause on their bodies could potentially decrease the number of college students who consume large amounts of alcohol. This in turn could help students drink more responsibly if they are choosing to participate in this activity.

I want you to consider next time you are having a drink, how much alcohol you are consuming, do you have a safe way home, is this beneficial to your future? ­— Talia Alexander

Social Work BS

Smoke-free campus could help deter bad habits In 2003, all UW-System residence halls went smoke-free, and in 2010, workplaces and public places in Wisconsin joined them. To date, 25 Wisconsin campuses made the move to a tobacco-free campus. For the health and protection of all students, faculty and staff, let’s make UW-Whitewa-

ter the next college to go tobacco free.

Many people ask “Why should UW-Whitewater go tobacco-free?” Here’s a few reasons: A tobacco-free campuses will create a healthier environment for all students, faculty and staff.

A tobacco-free environment provides motivation

for tobacco users to get the help they need to quit.

Tobacco in all its forms is dangerous, from e-cigarettes to hookahs, to combustible tobacco products.

Going completely tobacco-free makes the implementation of policy easier for all to understand.

I invite all UW-Whitewater students, faculty

and staff, to attend the upcoming tobacco-free campus learning session on Nov. 16 from 6-7 p.m. in the University Center (UC) Ballroom 275B. For smokers trying to quit, help is available through University Health and Counseling Services and at the Great American Smoke Out table on Nov.

17 from 11-2 p.m. in the University Center.

Let’s take the next positive step and make UW-Whitewater a better and healthier place for all of us.

— Nick Surita Colleges Against Cancer Co-President

Older citizens creates outcry for quality care

Did you know the elder population will be increasing in the near future? Research shows that by the year 2030 there will be over 71 million Americans that are of the age of 65 and older. That is 20% of the U.S. population. Do you know what that means? It means that we are in desperate need of more health care assistance. With the uprising of the older population it will cause pressure on the spending and technology in the health care

field. The older population deserves to have health care providers that are able to care for them and have their needs met when it comes to medical treatment.

Research shows that many health care providers aren’t in the field of geriatrics. Their main reason is because of Medicare. According to research, Medicare is providing people with health insurance coverage but sometimes it offers payments that are lower than private insurance. That means

that people that are caring for older adults are earning less than what their colleagues are making.

The demand for people in the field of geriatrics will increase with the aging population. Family caregivers won’t be able to keep up with the growing demand of caregiving. The most important point here is caring for the older generation and making sure they receive the best care as possible in the near future. I propose that for health care providers, training

should be recommended or even mandatory when caring for older adults. The quality of care should be improved in the future so that the older population receives the best quality of care. Caring for older adults is in our hands. We need to make a change to better the health of the older population. Everyone deserves the best possible care — Marissa Nelson

Social Work BA

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Warhawks throw the “W” at Cubs Parade

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By Sam Frink Staff writer

This Friday, Nov. 4, long- awaiting Cub fans came out for a celebration unlike any other in professional sports. These loyal fans helped contribute to the largest gathering in American history, and the seventh largest human gathering of all time.

The Chicago Cubs won game seven of the 2016 World Series against the Cleveland Indians in dramatic fashion, in a way that was only appropriate when the two teams with the longest championship droughts in Major League Baseball squared off.

The city of Chicago estimates 5 million people were in attendance in Grant Park, and the surrounding parade route. Even with the enormous crowds, fans were on their best behavior. Chicago police say minimal arrests occurred and virtually no damage was done to the city or private property.

The Chicago Blackhawks recent string of championships has set a standard for the layout of a celebration in Chicago. A parade route is set that eventually

ends up in Grant Park for speeches, and a salute to the fans.

Chicago got to “party like it’s 1908,” however this celebration was different than those of the recent Stanley Cup celebrations according to fans who had attended both parades.

“It was awesome to be apart of such a historic moment,” senior Amber Tenuta said. “I was able to see some of my favorite players with some best friends from Whitewater, I had a blast.”

The largest gathering in American history put a large strain on the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Metra.

Although these transportation lines were extremely efficient considering the circumstances, some Cubs fans were frustrated.

“As exciting and exhausting as the day was, the cherry on top was waiting a solid two hours for one of what seemed like five Metra trains that were running,” senior Alissa Palmisano said.

After waiting 108 years for their team to win a World Series, Cubs fans, some of the most patient in

all of sports, were the perfect candidates to show the CTA and Metra some patience as well.

“Friday is expected to be the busiest day in Metra’s history,” Metra CEO Don Orseno said in a statement. “We ask all of our regular customers and the new customers we expect to see tomorrow to be patient and, most importantly, be safe.”

Students of UW-Whitewater were so enthused about the Cubs winning, responsibilities were thrown out the window.

Some students opted to put academic obligations aside to experience this once in a lifetime celebration.

“I missed my biostats exam because I wasn’t going to miss the most historic World Series win of the century,” junior Samantha Pfaff said.

Students of UW-W know how to show their pride as both Warhawks and Cubs fans.

“The parade was a great experience. The atmosphere was incredible. I’ve never seen so much positive energy in one place before,” junior Joseph Fasanella said.

Photo Courtesy of Caitlyn Lenzini

UW- Whitewater students make the trip from campus to Chicago, Illinois to celebrate their beloved baseball team’s historic victory.

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Lifestyle

Nov. 9, 2016

By Jordan Barker Staff writer

DIY - Veterans Day Gift

what you will need

Veterans's day is only a couple days away and what’s more special than a gift made for your special Veteran.

This cute idea is super simple and can be individualized.

1) mason jar 2) modge podge 3) scissors

4) twine

step 1 step 2 step 3

5) foam brush 6) small american flag

put modge podge on the flag with the foam brush wrap and tie the twine around the top of the jar fill the mason jar with their favorite snack, candy, special notes or anything you think they will like.

And there you have it. A simple gift you can make for a Veteran close to you just in time for Veteran’s day!

Graphic by Carlie Sue Herrick / Graphics Editor

UHCS practices mindful meditation

By Alex Goodwin- Salas Staff writer

Mindfulness meditation has become a popular way of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in today’s society and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is following the trend by offering a meditation class for students and faculty.

Family Nurse Practitioner, Rebecca McAllister, works with the University Health and Counseling Services to offer a free meditation class from 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. every Tuesday. The class is located on the second floor, room 2028 of the Ambrose Health Center.

McAllister started her own practice in 1999, has gone on many meditation retreats and has been teaching meditation for more than 10 years.

“Mindfulness meditation helps with all aspects of health: emotional health, physical health, spiritual health,” McAllister said. “It’s really a fundamental tool for health.”

The class is 45 minutes and is open to everyone.

McAllister will introduce what mindful awareness practice is and the basics of sitting meditation.

She explains, while meditation is apparent in Buddhism and all religions, mindfulness has al-

ways been part of human tradition.

McAllister said the meditation begins sitting down in silence, there is either a walking or stretching meditation, followed by another sitting meditation. Participants will be able to sit on “Warhawk purple” cushions while meditating and McAllister uses a bell to signify the change in direction of the class.

“We are complex thinking machines and we tend to shift and turn things around,” McAllister says. “What’s really important is that this is a gentle and kind practice.”

Mindfulness meditation is helpful for when one cannot turn off their mind while trying to fall asleep. The exercises given in the class allow one to learn to cut thoughts and focus on breathing to relax.

The class focuses on sitting meditation, but lying down meditation will help relax the body more and will make falling asleep easier. McAllister also said it can be helpful when one has negative self-talk and might not know it.

“It can be very helpful for stress reduction,” McAllister said. “Although the most benefits are seen over time.”

Similar to meditation, yoga is a practice that is famous for fueling the mind and soul. Ensley

Gossett, senior and yoga instructor at UW-W, explains the similarities and differences between yoga and meditation.

“I believe that yoga is a type of meditation,” Gossett said. “Instead of the expected stillness of meditation, yoga offers mental relaxation through movement and discipline.”

While both practices bring similar benefits, moth disciplines have distinct differences.

“Yoga, like meditation, will benefit students ‘emotionally by reducing stress and anxiety’ but will also benefit them physically. However, the biggest difference between the two disciplines is yoga is relaxation through postures while meditation is through stillness and concentration” Gossett said.

McAllister also mentions the availability of videos online and Apps available for smartphones to utilize if anyone cannot attend the class, but wants to learn mindfulness meditation.

If there are any questions about the class or mindfulness meditation, students and faculty can contact McAllister by email at mcallisr@ uww.edu or call her at 262-472-1848, Monday through Friday.

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Lifestyle

21 and Over: Veteran’s day historical drinks Beer

Beer had a significant role in the military. It was often handed out with rations to give soldiers courage before battle, or to unwind after.

According to George Washington’s Mount Vernon (encyclopedia of George Washington), the original American general himself was known make sure the revolutionary army always had beer for the troops.

By Kate Larson Staff editor

Veteran’s Day not only marks the anniversary of the end of World War I, but it also lands on a Friday this year.

This gives everyone in Whitewater the opportunity to honor veterans in their lives this weekend. To all Veterans, thank you for your service. Here are a few common drinks, with a surprising military history.

Gin & Tonic

This drink began as a remedy for illness.

According to Business Insider, British soldiers who were sent to India, struggled with malaria outbreaks. Their only remedy for malaria was a drug called quinine which tastes terrible. Soldiers would mix their medicine with gin, lime and sugar to make it taste better. Sweeter tonic water, mixed with gin and lime is now popular.

Cuba Libre (Rum & Coke)

The Cuba Libre was introduced when the Cuba Liberation Army was in the height of their war of independence from Spain. According to the Havana Journal, Coca-Cola had recently been introduced to Cuba with the arrival of the American Military. The phrase ‘Por Cuba Libre’ meaning ‘Free Cuba’ was a common toast that went along with this delicious drink.

Sidecar

Made with cognac, Cointreau, lemon juice and an orange garnish, a sidecar cocktail was created toward the end of World War I in France. According to Business Insider and Huffington Post, an American officer who always rode in a motorcycle sidecar created this drink as a remedy for a cold.

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Dear Sam R., In answer to your question, it really depends on the type of people you and your roommate are. Some people can’t take subtle hints and some aren’t good at giving them.

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As for sleeping, well there’s no way around it besides just being as nice and honest as possible. If you find that too hard, you can always try putting in headphones and listening to music until he falls asleep.

Eventually, hopefully, they will get the idea if you are continuing to

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But some people aren’t good even with that not-so-subtle clue and you just have to talk it out. Living with someone is hard, and a life lesson we

all should learn at some point. The key is acknowledging that there is no such thing as perfect roommate and being open to suggestion. The ability to keep a flowing and open relationship with your roommate is key to success when it comes to needing alone time and study time.

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Sept 23- Oct 22:

This week you will come to the realization that your vote actually does count in the Election, and a huge wave of regret will tumble over you.

scorpio

Oct 23- Nov 21:

Feeling sluggish because of the stress school has been causing? Be positive, at least you weren’t the one who found a slug in their Big Mac.

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Nov 22- Dec 21:

So, The Cubs won The World Series. Go ahead and celebrate some more, we all know this will never happen again in our lifetime.

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De-crust yourself and catch up with a distant friend.

This week is all about new beginnings.

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You’ve been feeling emotional lately, but don’t worry too much. A surge of positive energy will hit you hard this week, use it to your advantage.

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Relax, we are all crazy...it isn’t a competition. Don’t worry about all the havoc going on in your life right now. Go out and wreck the bars, not your dreams.

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Write for the Arts and Rec section The Arts and Rec section of the Royal Purple is now hiring staff writers. For more information email the Arts and Rec editor, Hannah Maes, at MaesHC10@uww.edu

Wheelchair dance: Taking the leap

Hannah Maes Arts and Rec Editor

For many students with disabilities, activities like dance are seen as impossible, but recently there has been an effort to integrate performers who dance with and without physical disabilities.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater attracts many students because it offers numerous programs for students with disabilities that other schools often overlook or do not think to provide for their students.

Last May, the UW-W wheelchair dance team held its own modern contemporary dance performance and hope to perform again next May. On Nov. 2, the Axis Dance Company, which specializes in adapting dances for dancers who are physically disabled, performed in the Young Auditorium to raise awareness about this increasingly prominent sport. Mekenzie McMillan, who participated in the program last year as a wheelchair dancer, shared in a promotional video why this unique program was so inspiring to her.

“Ever since I was a little girl I always wanted to dance and I honestly thought it would be impossible,” McMillan said. “I was about 8-years-old when I found out there was a thing called wheelchair ballet and it just kind of spurred things on over the past couple summers I got the opportunity to actually experience it for once.”

Junior Jennifer French is a physical education major who has been able-body dancing since she was two-and-a-half. Last year, she worked with dancers to help adapt the dances that were originally created for able-bodied dancers.

“We had to adapt different movement,” French said. “I realized after that [experience] that anyone can do it.”

One program is the wheelchair dance program, which has become more and more popular around the world and has recently become an official international paralympic sport.

Wheelchair dance is not just new to UW-W, but to the world of dance and paralympic sports as well.

It originated in Sweden in the 1960s but became more well known because dances had to be adapted for events like weddings.

Those in wheelchairs participate in many kinds of dance, including line dance, square dance, jazz and ballet and can perform combi-dance style, with one person in a wheelchair, or duo-dance style with both wheelchair dancers dancing together.

UW-W is known for providing its students with unique programs that try to include students of all abilities. French noted she was impacted by the program because it provided a different way to look at dancing.

“I always knew that dance was a universal thing, and it helped me look farther into what dance can do to help others,” French said.

The UW-W wheelchair dance program was taught by Professor Barbara Grubel. Able bodied dancers worked with dancers in wheelchairs to adapt the modern contemporary styles so everyone can dance to them. The program won’t start up again until May of 2017, and will hopefully continue to run and grow.

UW-Whitewater photo/Craig Schreiner

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Chicago Cubs break World Series championship drought The Chicago Cubs snapped the team’s 108 year World Series title drought with a win in possibly the greatest Game 7 win in postseason history against the Cleveland

Indians 8-7 on a game that started on Nov. 2. The Cubs overcame a 3-1 series deficit and won the deciding game on the road in the 10th inning following a short rain delay.

’Hawks host first round of tourney Women’s soccer team wins 19th straight game

By Tyler Job Staff Writer

On Nov. 7, it was announced that the No. 6 UW-Whitewater women’s soccer team will host the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament at Fiskum Field.

UW-W will take on the University of Minnesota Morris Cougars from the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference in the first round on Nov. 12. Shall the Warhawks advance, the team will face the winner of Loras College [Iowa] and St. Thomas University [Minnesota] Nov. 13 in Whitewater.

Before UW-W earned a bid in the NCAA Tournament, the Warhawks triumphed in the WIAC Tournament by first defeating UW-Oshkosh 3-1 on Nov. 3 in the semifinals, and UWLa Crosse 3-0 Nov. 5 in the championship game.

It was UW-W’s 18th and 19th consecutive victories and seventh straight appearance in the WIAC Tournament title game, including its second WIAC Tournament crown in a row. The tournament win also gave the ’Hawks an automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament.

The Warhawks have shattered several records so far this season, and the team added another piece to the record books during its contest against UW-O. Senior forward Brianna Reid set a new record for career points after scoring the second goal of the game and currently stands at 137 total points after scoring again against UW-L. In the semifinal game, the Warhawks were in full control from start to finish. With an offense that has been dominating early for the past month, the ’Hawks wasted little time getting on the board early.

Sophomore Adria Schueler tallied her first goal of the season to put the Warhawks up 1-0 less than five minutes into the game, assisted by sophomore defender Payton

Photo by Kim Gilliland / Photo Editor

Sophomore defender Adria Schueler dribbles upfield in a WIAC tournament victory against UW-Oshkosh on Nov. 3. Schueler scored her first goal of the season and the game in the win.

DeLuga.

UW-W head coach Ryan Quamme said it was nice to see Schueler’s contribution in a big spot.

“Adria has had two very good years for us,” Quamme said.

“She’s been very close to scoring many times.

She’s been getting in- Ryan Quamme volved in the back more and more down the stretch here this season and we want her to do keep doing that in the postseason. I was personally very excited for Adria to get her first goal because I know she’s worked real hard for it.”

In the twelfth minute, Reid scored to put UW-W up 2-0 and break another school record.

Quamme noted on how Reid, despite her accomplishments, looks to keep moving forward as the NCAA Tournament approaches soon.

“I expect Bri to be a leader,” Quamme said. “Bri has had a tremendous career here, and for our team that has had success in the post-

season, we’re gonna rely on her, Carly [Pottle], and Carina [Krausert]’s experience.

They’ve all been in this WIAC championship game before and they’ve all been in the NCAA Tournament. We’re gonna need their experience and confidence and composure down the stretch.”

Despite the 2-0 early lead, UW-W’s fiery offense continued and extended its lead 3-0 in the 36th minute after a goal from junior midfielder Morgan Beaty. Sophomore forward Emily Mouille was awarded the assist.

The Titans got back in the fold in the second half after midfielder Robyn Elliott scored in the 57th minute to trim UW-W’s lead 3-1.

UW-W’s three second half goals were too much for UW-L as the Warhawks took home the WIAC Tournament Championship in convincing fashion, 3-0.

Throughout the first half, the Warhawks, however, experienced something relatively unknown: being pressured on defense.

In fact, the ’Hawks were unable to muster any shots on goal, while the Eagles kept UW-W freshman goalkeeper Sara Klimisch busy.

But Klimisch denied all three of UW-L’s shots on goal and keep the opponent scoreless.

Senior defender Carina Krausert said Klimisch’s confidence and quality of play was a crucial part in get-

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The number of career points by senior forward Brianna Reid, a school record.

But the Warhawks were able to regain the momentum and shut down the Titans the rest of the game, eventually moving on to victory 3-1.

In the tournament final,

ting UW-W the win.

“I think what impressed me the most is that she got a concussion during this game in the regular season,” Krausert said. “And she came back and it was like she was

never gone. She’s incredible.

And she just plays with such confidence as a freshman that usually people don’t play with.”

Krausert noted why UWL’s defense was difficult for the Warhawk offense in the first half.

“I think that they played a different style from the first time we played them, so we were kind of getting used to that,” Krausert said. “It’s a big game, everyone has big game jitters, so I think that kind of played a factor too.

But I think we pulled out in the second half, and we put it away.”

The second half started with what Warhawk fans are accustomed to seeing: a flashing offense.

Less than two minutes in, on the team’s first shot on goal all game, Reid knocked the ball into the net to give her team a 1-0 lead, assisted by junior midfielder Marie Lesperance. It was Reid’s 13th goal of the season.

The Eagles almost tied the game up in the 48th minute when midfielder Margaret Harings’ shot bounced off the goalpost, but the ’Hawks were able to kick the ball away.

But, the Warhawks soon got back on track in the 66th minute when junior midfielder Morgan Beaty notched her third goal of the season to extend her team’s lead 2-0. It was Beaty’s second goal in as many games.

Less than four minutes later, the Warhawks widened the lead 3-0 after junior forward Jordan Jackson scored off a rebound from a plethora of UW-L defenders.

Krausert said she was proud to see her fellow teammates step up in such a critical game.

“That was awesome,” Krausert said. “I mean, they’re [Beaty and Jackson] both great players and it just shows how versatile our team is. Both those girls came in and showed a different playing style, and I think that threw La Crosse off.”

For the remainder of the game, the offensive attacks of both teams were denied.

The Warhawks will host the Cougars on Nov. 12 at a time yet to be determined.

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Warhawks reign supreme in WIAC UW-W set to host eight teams in regional tourney

By Kyle Weaver Senior Staff Writer

The No. 11 UW-Whitewater volleyball team, now WIAC Tournament champions, will host an eight team regional beginning Nov. 10 in the NCAA Division III volleyball tournament.

The ’Hawks shared the regular season conference title with UW-Oshkosh and UW-La Crosse, but claimed the tournament title over the weekend with a victory over UW-La Crosse in the championship match.

The host, UW-Whitewater, earned the top seed and a first round bye in the tournament. The team’s first match was against rival No. 17 UW-Stevens Point in the semifinals.

The ’Hawks fell behind early in the contest 2-1, but were able to rally to a 3-2 victory.

The momentum of the match turned in the fourth set with the score at 20-20. The ’Hawks then scored five straight points to force a decisive fifth set.

“They came into game five very confident and knew what they needed to do to win,” head coach Stacy Boudreau said.

Sophomore middle hitter Kelley Berk and junior right side hitter Sydney Racky notched key kills to

Photo by Aaron Gottschalk / UW-Whitewater Marketing and Media Relations

The No. 11 UW-Whitewater volleyball team proudly displays the team’s WIAC Tournamentwinning trophy. The team will host the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament starting Nov. 10.

extend the match.

UW-W never trailed in the fifth set and senior outside hitter Lauren Pfeifer ended the match with her third kill of the set.

“Nothing is guaranteed at this point in the season,” senior setter Staci Hasler said. “To have the fight and spark to keep going helped us more than if we would’ve swept them in three [games].”

Racky and Pfeifer paced the offense with 17 kills each. Hasler finished the match with five kills, 12 digs and recorded her second highest total of the season with 51 assists.

With the victory in the semifinal, UW-W faced No. 13 UW-La Crosse in the championship match.

UW-W won the match 3-1

earning its 16th conference tournament title alltime and third in the last six years.

Pfeifer and Racky led the offense with 16 and 12 kills, respectively. Freshman middle hitter Ashton Doll led the team with six blocks, while senior defensive specialist Tessa Weber had a team high 17 digs and two service aces.

Boudreau commended the team’s ability to recover in both matches of the WIAC tournament.

“Both matches were a hard check for us,” Boudreau said. “But it gave us confidence that we can recover from a bad set and be ready for the next one.”

Hasler said she was happy for the team to win the conference but knew that

the stakes would be even higher in the upcoming NCAA Tournament match.

“There’s so many emotions you feel after winning a conference tournament,” Hasler said. “But those don’t compare to what is coming up when your whole season is on the line.”

With the conference tournament title, UW-W earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

The field has some familiar opponents for UW-W, including UW-Oshkosh, Washington University-St. Louis and Elmhurst College (Illinois).

Five Warhawks earned All-WIAC honors for their performance throughout the season. Hasler, Pfeifer and junior middle hit-

ter Courtney Wager were named All-WIAC first team. Pfeifer is a threetime first-team honoree and Hasler is a two-time selection.

Racky and sophomore defensive specialist Brittany Robinson were honorable mention selections.

Robinson was also named to the All-Defensive Team for the second consecutive season.

“That just shows how awesome and diverse of a team we have,” Hasler said.

Hasler said she appreciated the award but is more focused on the team’s goals at this point in the season.

The ’Hawks’ first NCAA Tournament game is against Greenville College (Illinois) out of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) on Nov. 10.

The Lady Panthers (257) earned its second consecutive NCAA Tournament bid by winning the SLIAC tournament.

UW-W has not faced Greenville this season, and Boudreau will have a short amount of time to prepare.

“We’ll spend our time developing a game plan and looking at film,” Boudreau said. “They’re a great opponent. They won their conference and have an excellent record.”

All four regional opening games will be played on Nov. 10 at the Kris Russell Volleyball Arena in the Williams Center.

Men’s soccer advances to NCAA Tournament UW-W travel to play Hanover College in Kenosha for tourney

By Josh Sinclair Assistant Sports Editor

Every season the UW-Whitewater men’s soccer team considers themselves to be a part of the hunt for postseason play.

“We have made the tournament the last three seasons,” head coach Tony Guinn said. “I’m really proud of the team, especially the seniors, for all they have put into the program to get here.”

The team has once again qualified for and been selected for the NCAA tournament. This, which has been the case for the past three seasons, in addition to as well as their sixth appearance in the last eight years.

The Warhawks will head to Car-

thage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin., for the first and second rounds of the NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship.

The Warhawks are 13-4-3 overall and the team is ranked 13th in the latest National Soccer Coaches Association of America poll.

The ’Hawks earned a Pool “B” bid to the tournament, and it is the lone Pool “B” selection from an independent team. The Warhawks classify as an independent team because they are not members of a specific conference.

The Warhawks first match will be against Hanover out of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference in the first round on Nov. 12.

“This is their first bid to the NCAA tournament,” Guinn said.

“I know that they have had a great season to get this far, so we will have to be ready.”

The winner of the match will

face the winner of the other first round match between 10th-ranked Carthage and Benedictine, both opponents that have toppled the Warhawks this year.

“It hopefully will be another chance for us to take down a team that got the best of us earlier,” Guinn said. “It’s hard to beat a team twice and we hope that’s true moving forward.”

- Tony Guinn Upper classmen have lead the way for the Warhawks thus far. Junior forward Dylan Hottsmith leads the Warhawks in scoring, while seniors Michael Salm and Justin Stanko are second and third for leading scorers on the team.

Junior goalkeeper Chris Lucatorto has been the Warhawks safety net said Guinn.

“Chris is so reliable back there,”

Guinn said. “We know we can count on him and he really has a knack for keeping the other team out of the goal.”

Lucatorto has saved 83 balls this season and has recorded five shutouts over the course of his 20 game campaign.

The Warhawks as a team have outscored their competition by a score of 38-17. Converting shots into goals at a rate of 11% while their opponents only are finding the back of the net about 7% of the time.

The Warhawks enter the tournament riding a six game winning streak including a win over the No. 22 team in the nation, the Bears of Washington University in St. Louis.

The first game of the tournament will be at 5 p.m. on Nov. 12 in Kenosha, WisconsinI, at Carthage Ccollege against Hanover.

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Nov. 9, 2016

UW-W prevails in overtime scare ’Hawks tie home record with 30 straight wins

By Justin St. Peter Sports Editor

Overtime college football is typically a very exciting time, although Warhawks fans everywhere have not experienced it with their team since 2002. That all changed in the Nov. 6 clash vs. UW-River Falls as the ’Hawks required overtime to prevail over the Falcons 27-20.

With the victory, the No. 2 ’Hawks won at least a share of the WIAC conference title, a WIAC-record 35th in program history and 11th championship in the last 12 years.

If they beat UW-Stout on Nov. 12, the team will win its first outright title since 2014.

Head coach Kevin Bullis said he was proud of his team winning the conference title.

“I’m really excited for the history of the Warhawks,” Bullis said. “We had the record at 34, now we increased our record to 35. It’s always good to break your own records. I’m not going to apologize for winning a conference championship, or winning the game but I know we need to ramp it up.”

Although the Warhawks trailed for most of the game, they tied it up nine seconds into the fourth quarter on a 33 yard field goal from kicker Will Meyer.

After losing the overtime toss, the Warhawks started first at the team’s 25 yard line. Senior quarterback Chris Nelson ran it for all three offensive plays the ’Hawks ran in overtime.

Following runs of two and 7 yards from the Wildcat formation, Nelson punched it in from six years out to give UW-W the gamewinning score.

The defense was able to preserve that advantage after forcing a fumble and recovering it on the Falcons only overtime possession. It was one of seven takeaways

Photos by Kim Gilliland / Photo Editor

Above, Junior linebacker Matt Sietz leaps to block a kick in the Nov. 10 victory against UW-River Falls. Right, freshman running back Cam Maly runs past Falcons defenders. Maly ran the ball 20 times for 102 yards and a touchdown in the contest.

the Warhawks forced and was recovered by junior linebacker Matt Sietz.

“Once I saw that ball loose, I ran as hard as I could and jumped on it,” Sietz said.

“Luckily I got on it this time.

I have jumped on a few this year where they have squirted away. [I] landed on it, corralled it and got the ‘W’ for it.”

Head coach Kevin Bullis was happy that his team was able to come out on top.

“I’m very proud of our guys in the sense of continuing to battle and fight,” Bullis said.

“At halftime we talked about the 2014 game and a lot of those seniors who were recognized before the game were at that game. That was my point to them and I said to them: ‘River Falls came to play.”

In 2014, the Warhawks required a last minute touchdown to avoid a Falcons upset victory and preserve the team’s undefeated record. UW-W went on to win its second straight national championship that season.

Sophomore running back Drew Patterson, the conference’s leading rusher, carried the ball 10 times for 41 yards before leaving the game in the third quarter with a right

leg injury.

Freshman running back Cam Maly stepped in, carrying the ball 20 times for 102 yards and a touchdown.

“Coach always says, ‘Next man up,’ so I just played my hardest and tried to fill that role,” Maly said.

Sophomore quarterback Cole Wilber completed eight of his 24 passes for 121 yards and two interceptions, while Nelson did not complete a pass. Instead, Nelson ran the ball 12 times for 72 yards and the game-winning touchdown.

“We’ve had Chris working with coach [Nelson] Edmonds our running back coach because we wanted to do this wildcat concept,” Bullis said. “The idea came up because Chris is a good runner, he’s a very physical runner and I think he showed he’s getting better as a runner.”

The game featured nine takeaways, including seven from the Warhawks defense and special teams unit.

Senior linebacker Paul Foster led the defense with eight total tackles. Sietz, senior defensive backs Bennett Young and Vince Mason were one behind Foster with seven stops. Mason also con-

tributed a fourth quarter interception.

Senior defensive back Colin Buck was all over the field, recording three tackles, two interceptions and a forced fumble.

Following a scoreless first quarter, Meyer opened scoring with a 28 yard field goal.

The Falcons countered with two straight scoring drives to take a 12-3 lead into halftime. It was the largest margin that UW-W had trailed by all season.

Two and a half minutes into the third quarter, senior defensive lineman Brandon Tamsett sacked Falcons quarterback Sawyer Moon and forced a fumble. Junior defensive lineman Ben Threloff recovered it, and Maly ran it in for a 23 yard touchdown run three plays later to make it a 12-10 game.

The Falcons were next to score a touchdown and added a 2 point conversion to

make it a 20-10 game.

On the ensuing possession, UW-W was forced to punt, but Buck forced a fumble on the return. Senior linebacker Jordan Strasburg recovered the fumble on the Falcons 16 yard line.

Nelson snuck it in from one yard out with 5:20 remaining on the clock in the third quarter.

Meyer’s field goal tied it up nine seconds into the fourth quarter, and the ’Hawks prevailed in overtime.

UW-W honored the team’s 19 seniors prior to the game.

Foster said he was proud to play in front of his home crowd at Perkins Stadium in the regular season one final time.

“It’s a tough place to play,” Foster said. “We get a great crowd, great fan base. They are loud as heck. I wouldn’t want to play here if I didn’t go to school here.”

Swimming and Diving The UW-Whitewater men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams defeated Carroll University in a non-conference dual match at the Williams Center.

The Warhawk men posted a 143-41 victory, and the women finished with a 132-54 margin of victory.

Senior Sarah Arteaga won a pair of events to lead the wom-

en. Arteaga placed first in the 100-yard backstroke and first in the 200-yard individual medley.

Arteaga also teamed with senior Marta Burwell, sophomores Alyssa Haertl and Emily Champa to win the 400-yard freestyle relay with a time of 3:54.60.

Seven different men finished first in individual events.

The Warhawks swept the four

freestyle events as senior Paul Hill won the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 22.51, freshman Logan Roberts took the 100-yard freestyle with a mark of 49.76, freshman Cameron Gidlow claimed the 200-yard freestyle in 1:49.92 and junior Steven Missak was first in the mixed 500-yard freestyle with a 5:06.50.

Sophomore Thomas Stigler

took first in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:01.78, and freshman Drew Borland won the 100-yard butterfly in 53.92. Sophomore Chandler Lewis placed first in the 200-yard individual medley in 2:02.93.

The Warhawks will take on UW-Oshkosh at 1 p.m. on Nov. 12 in Oshkosh.

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Sports

Nov. 9, 2016

Local school district to be renovated Walworth County residents pass $23.5 million referendum

By Justin St. Peter Sports Editor

71 percent of residents in the Whitewater Unified School District voted overwhelmingly in favor of passing a $23.5 million facilities referendum to update all five K-12 schools in Whitewater.

The referendum, receiving 6,212 yes votes and 2,540 no votes, includes renovations to Lincoln Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, Whitewater Middle School and Whitewater High School.

For communication professor Susan Wildermuth, who has three children at Lincoln Elementary, she could not be any happier that it passed.

“Any time money is spent on education, you can’t go wrong,” Wildermuth said. “Again I’m biased. The school district has a marvelous relationship with the University.”

The exact text, as it appeared on the ballot, asked: “Shall the Whitewater Unified School District, Jefferson, Rock and Walworth Counties, Wisconsin, be authorized to issue pursuant to Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes, general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $23.5 million for the public purpose of paying the cost of a school building and improvement project consisting of district-wide building renovation and remodeling of instructional spaces, safety improvements including secured school entrances and ADA compliance updates; construction of a new gymnasium/multi-purpose room and instructional spaces at Lincoln Elementary (LINCS) and expand the physical education

The Whitewater Unified School District Facilities referendum

received 6,212 votes in favor

71%

facility at the high school; and districtwide building infrastructure upgrades including related furnishings and fixtures, and site improvements?”

Whitewater Unified School District business manager Nathan Jaeger said the referendum was part of an 18-month process that began with a comprehensive facility study, proposed solutions and evolved through community feedback.

of 8,752 total voters voted in favor of the WUSD referendum

to vote yes for the referendum dotted the streets of the town of Whitewater from the Whitewater Yes organization. Whitewater Yes is a group of parents and community members created to spread awareness and create the signs seen all over the town.

The referendum allocated $4.3 million in safety and security improvements such as traffic circulation, main entrance security upgrades and fire alarm upgrades to

When you’re asking little kids to eat their lunches in 15 minutes, I don’t know how that school accomplishes that.

At home, it takes 45 minutes to eat graham crackers.

- Susan Wildermuth communications professor

“It really has been a very inclusive process involving input from a lot of community stakeholders,” Jaeger said.

The referendum will only cost an extra $18 per $100,000 per year per taxpayer, or $1.50 per month.

Jaeger explained that through long-range financial planning and responsible debt management, the district was able to keep the cost down for taxpayers. Signs

all five schools in the district.

In the school board’s budget, instructional spaces renovations accounts for $13.5 million of the estimate. This category includes renovations of classrooms and libraries in all five schools.

At LINCS, the plan is to construct a brand-new multi-purpose room used for lunches and gym classes. Lincoln Elementary School is the largest of the three

elementary schools and had not been renovated since its construction in 1952.

“When you’re asking little kids to eat their lunches in 15 minutes, I don’t know how that school accomplishes that,” Wildermuth said. “At home, it takes 45 minutes to eat graham crackers.”

The fitness center is set to be expanded at Whitewater High School as well.

Fortunately, the high school is up to code with ADA compliances, or accessibility to people with special needs, but $1.8 million will be spent to upgrade all three elementary schools and the middle school in that department.

Finally, there is a capital maintenance and renewal category where all five schools will get updates in things like roofs, masonry, flooring, walls, pavement and various other structural updates.

WUSD residents can expect their December 2017 tax bill to reflect the changes from t his referendum.