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SMU reins in $1B in ‘Unbridled’ campaign CHRISTINA COX Editor-in-Chief clcox@smu.edu SMU made history this week as its “Unbridled: The Second Century Campaign” reached its $1 billion goal, SMU officials announced todayt. The campaign completion comes nearly three months ahead of its end date of Dec. 31, 2015. The $1 billion will be used to fund scholarships, academic positions and programs, facilities and other enhancements to campus life. The official campaign announcement was made Sept. 24 at McFarlin Auditorium during SMU’s Centennial Homecoming Celebration. “This is a doubly historic day for us,” said SMU President
R. Gerald Turner in an SMU press release. “As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of SMU’s opening, we are pleased to announce unprecedented new support for our future.” With the completion of its $1 billion campaign, SMU joins an elite group of 35 private universities that have done the same. These institutions include schools like Columbia University, the Notre Dame and Vanderbilt. “By raising $1 billion to support academic excellence, SMU joins distinguished company within the higher education community,” Gerald J. Ford, SMU trustee and convening co-chair of the campaign, said in a press release. “This stature underscores the reality of our growth in quality and reputation.”
The $1 billion in donations has supported 582 new student scholarships in seven schools of the university; 49 new endowed faculty positions; 66 academic programs and initiatives; and 18 substantially funded capital projects, including new facilities for academic programs, student housing and athletics. “The campaign’s many successes reflect great confidence in SMU’s progress under the leadership of President Turner,” Michael M. Boone, chair of the SMU Board of Trustees and a campaign co-chair, said in an SMU press release. “This investment in our people and programs...will elevate the contributions of both Dallas and SMU to our nation and our global society.” The Second Century
Campaign was launched in 2008 with a goal of $750 million. In 2013, campus leaders increased the goal of the campaign to $1 billion and extended the campaign’s completion date to 2015. The campaign was led by six SMU trustees cochairs during its seven-year span. Brad E. Cheves, vice president for development and external affairs says their work was essential. “As they have met with campaign volunteers throughout this campaign, they galvanized a new level of enthusiasm and optimism,” Cheves said in an SMU press release. This campaign support was record-setting for SMU. According to SMU, more than 62,000 individuals donated to the campaign — with 23,000 based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The university reported 171 gifts totaling more than $1 million. Undergraduate giving reached 26 percent, alumni giving reached 56.9 percent and staff giving reached 68 percent. The university has already created new academic centers and campaign resources are visibly seen in SMU’s construction of academic and administrative buildings. The completion of the Second Century Campaign comes at a historic time for SMU, as alumni return to campus and members of community reflect on the university’s first century. Now, SMU is looking forward to the future. “Our founders were forward-looking leaders, and they’d be pleased to see that today’s supporters are generously investing in our next century of achievement,” Turner said.
SMU UNBRIDLED: THE SECOND CENTURY CAMPAIGN 10 LARGEST DONORS 1. The Meadows Foundation, Incorporated Over $80 million, including $33 million and $45 million commitments to Meadows School of the Arts and Meadows Museum 2. Nancy Ann Hunter Hunt ’65 and Ray L. Hunt ’65 Over $50 million, including commitments for campus expansion, Hunt Leadership Scholars Program, The Nancy Ann and Ray Hunt Residency-in-Teaching Master of Education and Judge Elmo B. Hunter Legal Center for Victims of Crimes Against Women
3. Annette Caldwell Simmons ’57 and Harold C. Simmons Over $45 million, including the naming of the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development, as well as facilities, academic positions and graduate fellowships in the Simmons School 4. David B. Miller ’72, ’73 and Carolyn L. Miller and David B. Miller Family Foundation Over $30 million, including commitments to Miller Event Center at Moody Coliseum; centers, academic positions and scholarships in the Cox School of Business; Carolyn and David Miller Campus Center at SMU-inTaos; athletics initiatives; and University scholarships 5. Bobby B. Lyle ’67 Over $20 million, including the naming of the Bobby B. Lyle School of Engineering, several academic positions and scholarships in the Lyle School and Edwin L. Cox School of Business and support for engineering facilities 6. Roy M. Huffington ’38 Over $20 million, including Huffington Bicentennial Funds for student and faculty support and Huffington Department of Earth Sciences in Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences 7. Carl Sewell ’66 and Peggy Higgins Sewell ’72 Over $20 million, supporting President’s Scholarships for engineering and business majors, school and general university scholarships and athletics initiatives 8. The Moody Foundation Over $20 million in support of Moody Coliseum renovation and expansion 9. Gerald J. Ford ’66, ’69 and Kelli O. Ford and The Gerald J. Ford Family Foundation Over $20 million in support of Gerald J. Ford Research Center and athletics initiatives 10. Gary T. Crum ’69 and Sylvie P. Crum Over $16 million, including Crum Commons, Crum Basketball Center, athletics initiatives and scholarships in the Edwin L. Cox School of Business Source: SMU News & Communications
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Mustangs prepare to serve DFW through Stampede of Service JACQUELYN ELIAS Layouts/Graphics Editor jelias@smu.edu Alumni and visitors may be coming back to SMU for Homecoming, but 100 students will be leaving campus Friday morning to participate in Stampede of Service, a more than 40-year-old campus tradition. This year, however, SMU has incorporated this “flagship day of service” into the Centennial Homecoming celebration, as described by Rashad Givhan, assistant director in the Community Engagement and Leadership Center. Unlike in years past when both faculty and alumni attended this event, only students will be serving at 10 different service sites throughout the Dallas area. Each site will consist of a group of 10 students, for a total of 100 service ambassadors. Since the number of attendees was limited to 100, students had to apply to be selected as an ambassador. Students were then assigned a site based on
preferences. SMU has previously worked with the majority of the selected organizations. Two sites, however, were added to meet the needs of the community. This year, students have the opportunity to help Brighter Bites and Our Community Pantry, two centers that focus on providing food to underprivileged families. These programs hope to teach healthy eating and better nutrition habits to locals on a tight budget in order to diminish fast food consumption, which can be dangerous to one’s health when eaten frequently. “We choose sites that align with our mission and community-identified needs,” Givhan said. “It’s a delicate balance between need and availability.” Students will also travel to places like Readers 2 Leaders, Uplift schools, SPARK and several others. Buses will take all participants to the sites. “Through Stampede of Service, I hope students understand what their role is to bring social change,” Givhan said. “It’s to choose to lead.”
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Currently there are five SMU alumni serving in the Peace Corps throughout the world.
Peace Corps National Director speaks on Let Girls Learn Initiative CHRISTINA COX Editor-in-Chief clcox@smu.edu Peace Corps National Director Carrie HesslerRadelet visited Dallas this week to promote the “Let Girls Learn” Initiative, a joint effort between the Peace Corps and the White House, at the two-day Global Women’s Initiative summit at the Bush Center.
“Let Girls Learn” aims to help educate the 62 million girls worldwide who are not currently in school to go to and stay in school. The initiative is part of the First Ladies Initiative, spearheaded by former First Lady Laura Bush and First Lady Michelle Obama. Hessler-Radelet said the White House reached out to the Peace Corps to join the initiative. The
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Top left: SMU QB Matt Davis dives toward the pylon during a critical second-half drive. Top middle: SMU K Chad Hedlund lines up for a PAT after a second-half TD. Top right: SMU QB Matt Davis flashes his “Pony Up” sign after the game. Bottom left: TCU mascot ‘Super Frog’ and SMU mascot ‘Peruna’ pose during the game.
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SMU CW staffers preview homecoming game v. JMU SMU will certainly come into this week’s matchup against James Madison with confidence. After battling two top-5 teams in the first three weeks, this matchup is sure to be a relief for the Mustangs as they close out their 2015 non-conference schedule. Despite the fact SMU won’t have to deal with a team as talented as TCU or Baylor, this week might not be a change of pace. JMU has jumped out to a 3-0 record this season and scored an average of 51 points per game. The Dukes are led by senior quarterback Vad Lee, a duel threat transfer from Georgia Tech, who has helped the JMU offense average 652 yards per game this season. His experience against FBS competition and the Dukes’ high-scoring attack hints that JMU is not going to be a walk in the park. SMU cannot forget JMU knocked off No. 13 Virginia Tech in 2010. The Mustangs are going to have to score and the defense is going to have to step up. Giving up 56 points to TCU and Baylor is understandable, but that cannot happen this week. Lee and JMU have shown a propensity to turn the ball over, already losing seven interceptions and two fumbles this year. SMU will need to take advantage of the Dukes’ mistakes to prevent this game from becoming a shootout. Despite concerns SMU might not take this game as seriously as they should, the Mustangs will take care of business. Matt Davis and Courtland Sutton should have big games against a team that simply will not be able to matchup with them.
SMU is done playing top-five opponents, but James Madison shouldn’t be overlooked. In 2010, the Dukes shocked then top-10 foe Virginia Tech, albeit under a different coaching staff. Current head coach Everett Withers spent two season as Ohio State’s defensive coordinator before guiding JMU to the FCS playoffs in 2014, his inaugural year on the job. He’s also coached in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints and Tennessee Titans. James Madison is ranked ninth in the FCS coaches’ poll, and armed with an offense that aims to move fast. Quarterback Vad Lee is a Georgia Tech transfer. While he’s not running the triple option like he did for the Yellow Jackets, he’s still playing in an offense that suits his athleticism and dual-threat ability. He’s helped the Dukes average 51 points and 652 yards per game in three games this season. JMU will look to tire out SMU’s defense like Baylor and TCU did, but it’s uncertain whether JMU has the speed or athletes to put a strain on the Mustangs’ defense. Defensive coordinator Van Malone can exploit Lee’s inexperience as a passer by using different coverages, mixing in some disguised coverages and blitzes. Lee has thrown eight touchdowns, but also seven interceptions and didn’t throw the ball a lot running the triple-option. If SMU can force him into mistakes and turnovers, the Mustangs should win handily on Homecoming weekend. James Madison’s defense has been solid through three games, but Matt Davis and Co. should be able to operate easily. While James Madison isn’t an ordinary FCS team, it’s still an FCS team.
It’s hard to imagine a scenario where SMU (1-2) loses this weekend to James Madison (3-0). In the first three games of 2015, the Mustangs have proven to be a completely different team under new Head Coach Chad Morris than the one that lost week after week last season. The new Mustangs offense has already put up 89 points, which took the team nine games to surpass last year, and have scored 21 points against Baylor and 37 points against TCU, two teams that shut out the Mustangs in 2014 and are legitimate contenders for the 2015 college football playoffs. Considering both SMU’s losses have come at the hands of top-5 teams, the 1-2 record doesn’t accurately represent what the Mustangs have shown in their first three games. Already, SMU has accumulated 1,321 yards of offense with a more balanced attack. The team’s running game has been divided between three running backs, allowing for one running back’s strength to fill the hole of another’s weakness. Finally, the team is young, and with each passing game the young players gain more experience and more confidence. Not to dismiss JMU’s impressive undefeated start, but none of the Dukes’ wins have come against FBS opponents, making SMU their toughest game of the season thus far. SMU should bring momentum into the game from a promising start to the season. Behind the Mustangs’ hunger for a win and an inevitably rowdy home crowd, this should be a routine win for the Mustangs and help to build the team’s confidence.
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SMU falls to rival Horned Frogs BRIAN O’DONNELL Sports Editor bodonnell@smu.edu The TCU Horned Frogs defeated the SMU Mustangs 56-37 in the annual Battle for the Iron Skillet on Saturday night in Forth Worth. SMU marched down the field on the first possession of the game and scored on a 2-yard touchdown run by Xavier Jones. The Horned Frogs responded quickly with a 61-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Trevone Boykin to KaVontae Turpin. The rest of the first quarter and most of the second was dominated by TCU. Running back Aaron Green ran for a touchdown and Boykin threw a second touchdown and ran for another, making it 28-10 with two minutes left in the half. SMU quarterback Matt Davis hit Courtland Sutton in the end zone with just seconds left in the half to keep the Mustangs in the game. The Horned Frogs started the second half with two more touchdown passes by Boykin, making it 42-17. SMU continued to fight as Davis scrambled for a touchdown. Horace Richardson came up with an interception and Davis added another touchdown run a few plays later. Two SMU field goals made it 42-37 TCU and quieted the sellout TCU crowd.
TCU took back the momentum with a 42-yard touchdown pass to Josh Doctson and never looked back. Aaron Green added another TCU touchdown minutes later and dashed the Mustangs’ hopes for an upset. TCU’s Trevone Boykin led the charge, finishing with 454 yards and five touchdowns through the air to go along with a touchdown on the ground. Running back Aaron Green was also very effective, totaling 164 yards and two touchdowns. Josh Doctson caught two touchdowns, leading the Horned Frogs receivers with 171 yards on five receptions. TCU finished with 720 total yards and had six touchdown drives of less than two minutes. Matt Davis led the Mustangs through the air and on the ground, throwing for 330 yards and one touchdown and rushing for two more touchdowns. Courtland Sutton was Davis’ favorite target, racking up 115 yards receiving and a touchdown. He also drew several key pass interference calls on deep plays throughout the game. The Mustangs had 508 total yards. Coach Morris was pleased with the improvement in the turnover margin. SMU ended TCU’s streak of 27 consecutive games with a takeaway. “Our guys never gave up,” Morris said. “Our guys are learning and we’re growing.”
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SMU volleyball captures DoubleTree Invitational title SMU beat UTSA Saturday, winning the DoubleTree Invitational tournament and boosting its record to 10-2 on the season. After winning the first two sets against UTSA 25-17, the Mustangs dropped the third set 21-25. They rallied to win the fourth set 25-23 and capture the tournament title.
Junior Morgan Heise had 19 digs and won the tournament’s Best Libero award. Her senior teammate Avery Acker was named tournament MVP. In the first match of the tournament, SMU claimed a 3-0 victory (25-8, 25-10, 25-17) against Clemson. The win was highlighted by
Senior Abby Bybel’s match-high 13 kills. SMU maintained its momentum as they defeated rival TCU in its second match. After giving up the first two sets to TCU (23-25, 1925), the Mustangs won the final three sets (2520, 25-19, 15-13) to complete the comeback. Acker led both teams with 67 assists and
recorded her eighth double-double of the season. Heise had 34 digs in the match, tying her for seventh all-time in a single match. The DoubleTree Invitational tournament concluded the Mustang’s non-conference play. SMU will begin conference play Sept. 25 against the Houston Cougars (9-2).
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work after her own volunteer experience teaching high school and living with a host family in Western Samos from 1981 to 1983. Her host family’s father placed a high importance on his children’s education. “He was progressive,” she said. “He believed they needed to be educated to have a better life. All nine children.”
smudailycampus.com/news smucw_editorial@smu.edu When she returned to Samoa more than 30 years later, one of her host sisters was one of the top lawyers in the country. Hessler-Radelet said that her volunteer work with the Peace Corps has had as much of an impact on her own life as those in the community she served. “My whole life changed with my Peace Corps experience,” she said. “While I was a volunteer that I found my passion for women’s health.” A field she has served in for the majority of her life. Hessler-Radelet encourages others to join the Peace Corps efforts if they want to make a difference and participate in important work. Over the years, 120 SMU alumni have served as Peace Corps volunteers, and there are currently five SMU alumni serving in countries around the world.
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Zuckerberg announces Facebook ‘Dislike’ button in the works EMILY WARD Fashion Editor eward@smu.edu Everyone has been there. That awkward moment when friends or relatives lose their beloved pet, or experience some other loss, and Facebook users are forced to give their heartbreaking posts a virtual thumbs up. But not for long, as Chief Executive of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg announced during a Q&A session on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The world’s most popular social network will soon be unveiling a button(s) to act as a companion to the traditional “Like” option. Although Facebookers have been requesting a “Dislike” button for years, the company has been hesitant out of fear of spreading too much online negativity. In lieu of popular demand, the social media site is now ready to recognize that “Like” doesn’t cover every status update and situation. “What they really want is the ability to express empathy,” said Zuckerberg during the live stream from Facebook headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif. “Not every moment is a good moment.” However, Zuckerberg isn’t calling Facebook’s next release a “Dislike” button. Instead, its 1.5
billion users will likely have a “Sympathize” button, or series of buttons, to convey support of their friends. “Some people have asked for a ‘Dislike’ button because they want to say, ‘That thing isn’t good.’ And that’s not something that we think is good for the world. So we’re not going to build that,” said Zuckerberg during a similar Q&A last December. With its “Sympathize” button, Facebook is trying to avoid the currently popular trend of up voting and down voting, seen on such services as Reddit and Yik Yak. Plus, the giant social network doesn’t want to discourage users from sharing and “liking” as freely as they do now. In response to Zuckerberg’s latest announcement, Wired asked designers to “tackle the challenge of creating a subtle alternative to the ‘Like’ button” in an article entitled “5 Ideas for a Smarter Facebook ‘Dislike’ Button.” The results included an “Ear” button (as in, “I hear you”), holding hands in the shape of a heart, the “Point Up, Look Up” button and a neutral half moon. Regardless of what the new button will look like, or even what it’s called, Facebook users will be sure to waste no time in clicking their dislike/sympathy once the new button is finally released.
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or more than a century, several traditions have endured the test of time on SMU’s campus. From Peruna to Pigskin Revue, parades to crownings, Homecoming has left its mark as the grandest celebration of SMU spirit. The time-honored tradition began in the spring of 1920; five years after the university opened its doors to 456 students and 37 faculty members. Then, the celebrations looked different as alumni barbecues and school wide dances were the main events outside of the football game. In 1923, Homecoming moved to Thanksgiving Day where it remained for several years. During this time students and alumni participated in traditional events, like luncheons and the parade, but they also started their own unique events as well. One of these short-lived traditions was a school wide bonfire in 1934. The flames only burned for 20 years until the bonfire was abolished after SMU’s 50th anniversary in 1954. However, throughout its history, two elements of Homecoming have remained constant: the crowning of SMU Homecoming Queens and the Mustang Band. Valerie Dunnam (’53) remembers the 1953 Homecoming well. It was the year she was chosen out of 13 candidates and named Homecoming Queen. “We were interviewed by a secret committee selected by the alumni association,” Dunnam said. “The winner was kept secret until game day.” According to Dunnam, the 1953 Homecoming activities consisted of a
luncheon, alumni picnic at Fair Park, the Pigskin Revue, float decorating, a parade and a Homecoming Dance at the Science Museum in Fair Park. The major difference between the 1953 Homecoming and today was the campus life. The culture was more conservative, as students had to adhere to a curfew; however, the drinking age was 18 and smoking was generally accepted. “We enjoyed our college days, but also studied hard,” Dunnam said. “It was a happy and less complicated time than the 1960s and later decades.” Beverly Hammond (’71) experienced a similar culture of campus life. Hammond recalled dorms were not co-ed and students
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was one of their Little Sisters of Minervas,” Hammond said. Hammond believes SAE’s nomination and her engagement to SMU Quarterback Gary Hammond helped her win. She still cherishes the moment to represent SMU as the 1971 Homecoming Queen. “It was an opportunity to promote my school and to give back to the community,” she said. “I think the entire experience was a blessing.” Twelve years, and several football wins later, Suzanne Hébert Everbach (’83) was crowned Homecoming Queen. It was a time when SMU football reigned supreme and SMU had the winningest football team in its history.
It was an opportunity to promote my school and to give back to the community. I think the entire experience was a blessing. -Beverly Hammond, 1971 Homecoming Queen
still had curfews of 10:30 p.m. on weeknights and midnight on weekends. But, students were embracing the climate of the ’70s though their attire. “We were wearing bell-bottom pants, crop tops and tie-dye fabrics,” Hammond said. Hammond said she was wearing knee-high gray suede boots, a pink velvet jacket and a short white-pleated skirt when she was crowned Homecoming Queen in 1971. “Then sororities always nominated their president as their candidate. I was not the president, so I was nominated by SAE as I
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“I was very close to the athletics scene in 1983 as I was an SMU Cheerleader and my mom was the SMU Athletic Director’s Administrative Assistant,” Everbach said. Because of this, Everbach was thrilled when she was named Homecoming Queen in 1983. “It was a cherished moment of my lifetime,” Everbach said. “I was one of a field of young ladies with whom I felt so deeply privileged to be amongst.” Shortly after Everbach was crowned, SMU received the Death Penalty in 1987 and Homecoming was centered around a soccer
match or swim meet, according to an Oct. 29, 1989 issue of Dallas Times Herald. Homecoming in the 1990s were centered around increasing student involvement with funding for Homecoming floats, creating a Homecoming concert and allowing students to bring alcohol to campus in 1995. But throughout these changing times, the Mustang Band continued playing its traditional tunes. According to Tommy Tucker, assistant director of Mustang Band, the band wore traditional military-style uniforms at events and games from 1917 to 1958 when Irving Dreibrodt arrived. “He began altering the band’s look, moving to what we still wear: blazers, slacks, shirt and tie,” Tucker said. “The Best Dressed Band in the Land” has consistently participated in the Homecoming parade and game and Pigskin Revue. “The first Pigskin Revue was held in 1933, and to my knowledge, it has been part of Homecoming at SMU ever since then,” Tucker said. According to Tucker, the framework for the show has essential remained unchanged. Tucker has written music for every Pigskin Revue since 1981. “The band plays several featured numbers, and students and alumni perform various skits and songs,” Tucker said. “All the music for the Revue is either pulled from the band’s files or written for that particular show.” Tucker said he is proud to continue Mustang Band’s tradition of only playing original music. This year. the tradition of Pigskin Revue will remain the same as SMU commemorates 100 years of academic life and celebrates 95 years of Homecoming fanfare.
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Drag Bingo dazzles Hughes-Trigg Rebecca Moore Contributing Writer rmoore@smu.edu What’s red, blue and queer all over? SMU SPECTRUM’s dazzlingly successful event, Drag Bingo, filled the Hughes-Trigg ballroom with prizes and laughter Friday night. Drag Bingo is a part of SMU’s Mustang Welcome Weeks — a series of events put on by Program Council each year that brings new and old students together in an accepting environment. This year, with more than 350 people in attendance, Drag Bingo was an elaborate spectacle of confidence and self-expression. Cassie Nova, a drag queen well known for her performances at the Dallas dance club S4, hosted the evening’s events. Squeezing her voluptuous, sequined figure through tables of guests, Nova kept the crowd entertained with her suggestive humor and bawdy dance moves. Between every two games of bingo, attendees were treated to two performances by local drag queens. Baby Powder, one of the evening’s star performers,
took the stage in a black leather top, cut-off denim shorts, and hot pink thighhigh boots. Swishing her long blonde hair and batting her heavily made-up eyelashes, she confidently lip-synced her way through the ballroom. When the performance ended and the applause has subsided, Baby Powder made her way to the back of the room, joining friends who were sitting on the floor. She immediately dropped her “act” and became the SMU student many know (and love) by the name of Daniel David Casey. Casey, a senior at SMU, is warm and approachable, even in his elaborate costume. This was Casey’s first year to perform at Drag Bingo, and judging by the whoops, hollers and whistles, the show was a great success. Above the buzz of excited chatter, five guests shouted “BINGO!” en masse. To determine a winner, the five players compete in a twerk-off contest. Outfitted in wigs, feather boas and flamenco skirts, the giggling contestants give the dance move their all.
One student, Claire Johnson, took her twerk to the next level, bobbing up and down in a handstand with her feet supported by the wall. Her effort ultimately paid off–Johnson won the crowd’s applause and took home one of many impressive prizes. Bose speakers, a flatscreen television and a Wii U were just a few of the prizes won, and even those who didn’t shout “Bingo!” had freebies to enjoy. Jimmy John’s and Cane’s Chicken catered the event and the fun and student unity came at no cost. SPECTRUM is SMU’s largest LGBTQ organization. Boasting more than 50 members and a completely opendoor policy, the group is welcoming of students from all areas of study and walks of life. SPECTRUM President Jacob Conway was delighted with the turnout and overall atmosphere of the event. “You get to be yourself. You know you’re gonna be with people who are okay with who you are. I think that’s what brings people here more than anything,” Conway said.
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Country crooner returns to Dallas KARA FELLOWS Contributing Writer kfellows@smu.edu Cody Joe Hodges, country crooner and Texas native, is returning to Dallas this Thursday to perform at Sundown at Granada. His songs will get you off of your feet and singing along, even if you only know the chorus. His ability to intersperse smooth music with raspy kicks adds a depth and complexity to his music, which basically means it’s an absolute blast to listen to. Hodges draws a lot of inspiration from artists like Pat Green and George Strait, whom he listened to
growing up. Living in a college town and taking college classes, Hodges said he would use his college ID to get into local bars and see artists like Pat Green perform for $3. Hodges’ inspirations show through his music in songs like “Getting Back to Country,” which debuted at No. 24 on Texas Regional Radio Report and No. 26 on Texas Music Charts and talks about the roots of classic country. “To me, country music is sitting under an oak tree playing the guitar,” Hodges said. But things have changed for Hodges since being a high school kid in a college
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bar. Hodges joined the Army after college, until he was discharged and started working in the energy field on power lines in 2010. Through all of it, Hodges was performing. While in the Army, he
performed with “Harmony in Motion,” which performed for private military events as well as large entertainment venues. After joining the energy field, Hodges formed a band with his friends called “The
Linemen” and they produced their first album in 2012. But since 2013, Hodges has been focusing entirely on his music: performing, writing and recording songs. “It’s been a lot more hours, a lot more fun,” Hodges said. “It’s been exciting you know and I can’t remember having so much fun just going to work.” Part of what has made it so fun, according to Hodges, is that his wife Jamie is supporting him through al of it. She manages Hodges and co-writes many of his songs. “I don’t believe I would ever do this as a profession if my wife wasn’t supportive of it,” Hodges said. “It’s just one of those things that
makes all the difference in the world.” Hodges is currently touring Oklahoma and Texas on his Radio Tour. He said he is focusing on getting his name out and making people more aware of him by performing on radio shows and in venues that may already have a fan base. But he knows that he wouldn’t have made it this far without some help. “I just want to say thank you to Texas, I would not be where I am today without the support of my fans and the state and it’s just amazing, so I think the main thing is that I just want to say thank you,” Hodges said.
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Tritonal continues concert success CLARA LANE Assoc. A&L Editor claral@smu.edu EDM duos Tritonal and Cash Cash performed at Dallas’ Bomb Factory for the second show of their “UNTOUCHABLE TOUR” Sept. 18. The three-month tour, biggest of either groups’ careers, kicked off in New Orleans Sept. 19 and will stop in 40 cities across the United States and Canada. With openers such as Gladiator, Yogi, and Party Favor, performers delivered just what “Tritonians” and other EDM lovers in attendance hoped for. Tritonal’s David Cisneros and David Reed, originally from Austin, released its first album Piercing the Quiet in 2011, earning the 65th spot in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJ’s of 2012. In 2013, the group released its EP Metamorphic, putting them on MTV Clubland’s “10 Artists to Watch.” They also performed at major EDM festivals such as
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Ultra, Electric Zoo and EDC. When returning to EDC in 2015, their hit song “Gamma Gamma” became the mostplayed unreleased song of the entire festival. In the past 18 months, the duo has had four singles reach Billboard’s Top 10 Dance singles. Cash Cash’s New Jersey based trio has been on the EDM since early 2002, but got its big break after the nearly 48 million Spotify streams of their hit single “Take Me Home” featuring vocalist Bebe Rexha. After collaborating with Tritonal in the hit single “Untouchable,” the group hoped a tour such as this would result. Friday night’s performance was jam-packed with amazing performances,
enjoyable for those who love the blood-pumping build-ups and powerful drops of EDM. Some highlights included Party Favor’s remixes of hip-hop’s hot hit “No Type” and Diplo’s “Revolution,” Tritonal’s original “Anchor” and newest single “Until You Were Gone” featuring The Chainsmokers, and Cash Cash’s “Take Me Home” and “Overtime.” “There have been so many countless hours in the studio leading up to this point. We can’t even express how excited we are to play all the new and old Tritonal records across all of the cities,” Cisneros said. The tour will continue on througout the U.S. and Canada until Tritonal’s final show Nov. 21 in Tampa.
Roosevelt lecture informs, inspires CLARA LANE Assoc. A&L Editor claral@smu.edu The Center for Presidential History kicked off the 2015-2016 academic year with a lecture about President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his impact and influence over our country, specifically World War II and the idea of “Big Business” Sept. 16, The lecture, hosted by SMU’s Professor of History Thomas Knock, featured Matthew Dallek and James T. Sparrow. Dallek is a Professor for Political Management at George Washington
University and is working on publishing his second book, featuring the history of Eleanor Roosevelt’s battle to enact a wartime New Deal. Professor Sparrow is an associate professor of United States history at the University of Chicago whose book Warfare State is a history of how the United States switched from a social policy of welfare to warfare during World War II and Roosevelt’s presidency. Even 70 years after his death, FDR is still seen as the father of big government in America. His ability to take control of the government during a time of serious economic depression and
provide jobs for millions of struggling Americans has placed Roosevelt on every historian’s list of best American presidents. By changing the nation’s focus from welfare to warfare, the decisions made by the federal government changed every day life, touching every American, making it easier to mobilize a country with a weak morale. Professor Sparrow commented that, “History is a matter of both fact and interpretation; individuals and uncontrollable forces alike control what happens. Its meaning is changing all the time as past, present, and future are always shaping it.”
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Editor speaks candidly with Bill Burr RILEY COVEN Arts and Life Editor rcoven@smu.edu
Bill Burr, a comedian who has performed across the country, is known for his brash and unapologetic comedy. He will perform in Dallas’ Majestic Theater Sept. 24. Burr’s new show, “F is for Family,” will premiere on Netlfix later this year. Here is what Burr had to say. SMU Campus Weekly: Recently you’ve been doing a lot more television and film work. What was the transition like moving from the comedic industry to film industry? Bill Burr: Well, I mean, stand up you’re by yourself and it’s live and when you’re acting, unless you’re doing a monologue, you’re interacting with somebody else. Even if you’re doing a monologue
you’re saying it to somebody and it’s not live, so you can do it a few times. SMUCW: When you’re doing your shows do you ever worry about saying something that may not be so politically correct and offending someone that you know personally? BB: No that’s a media story. That’s just been totally exaggerated. There’s no fear. It’s just if one person says anything it becomes click bait and then they start talking about the comedy climate which is hilarious, so no. You know what it is? People are adults and they know they’re at a comedy show but every once in a while somebody isn’t an adult and then for some reason, you know, it’s lazy reporting. They’re trying to create this thing that isn’t happening. It’s not like
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people go in there and are just sitting with laptops open getting ready to blog about every stupid joke. They’re not. People go there to see a comedy show and they go there to laugh and they do, and once every six months somebody b*****s and then
they try to make that one person define the entire art of stand-up comedy. There’s always been people like that. They just didn’t have Twitter. And like I said, you guys in the media will treat the dumbest jack**s in the entire f***ng world like they won a
Pulitzer prize for journalism and will put that level of weight on it, like they’re an ambassador to some country we’re trying to establish trade with. SMUCW: What’s one of your most memorable moments on the road touring? Any good stories? BB: I’ve had a great time on the road, I would say shooting guns with a silencer in Jacksonville, Fla. All the great games that I’ve gone to, the food, the people that I’ve met, all the stuff that I’ve seen, it’s been awesome. I’m 23 years into this and I love the road more than ever and rather than whittling down my schedule to just play the major cities, I’ve actually expanded the amount of places that I go to because I want to see a bunch of stuff. You know, plan it as I can
while I’m still young enough to travel. SMUCW: Who are some of your personal influences that helped you choose the road of comedy? BB: Before I even knew what stand up was, I tried to make people laugh at school because that was how I made friends, so I think that’s how I got drawn into comedy and obviously I was just some kid at school being silly, so the first time I saw a professional comedian and how smooth and funny the person was I totally got into standup and I would say obviously Richard Pryor was the guy. He’s the greatest of all time and then George Carlin, Sam Kinison, Bill Cosby. It’s so weird to bring up his name now but leaving out his off-stage antics… you could learn a lot from him.
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Taylor Miller wows with Hazen Jewelry EMILY WARD Fashion Editor eward@smu.edu Taylor Miller is no novice to the jewelry-making world. Although she just graduated last winter, the marketing major has been designing jewelry since she was 9 years old. What started as a fun hobby, involving her grandmother’s old beads and dental floss, soon blossomed into a small jewelry business for Miller. Her best customers were the moms of her brother's little league games, but not for long. “Sales gradually increased, as did our exposure,” Miller said. “By the time I was 10, we had a store carrying the line, and I began attending the Atlanta trade show at age 12.” Today, Miller runs her company, Hazen Jewelry, full-time. She describes both her personal style and jewelry as “classic with flair,” as she enjoys mixing conventional pieces in original ways. And she definitely isn’t opposed to color. “Pairing unexpected color combos together can result in the most fun pieces,” said Miller. “The role of jewelry in a woman’s wardrobe changes continually, so while I adapt pieces to the current trends, I remain consistent in using semiprecious materials.” She finds inspiration in the people around her, as well as her travels. A trip to a new place, whether far or near, can introduce new colors and combinations. Miller credits the interior designers she has had the opportunity to meet at the Atlanta market for honing her eye for sophistication and creativity. The hardest part about running her own business, Miller believes, is also the simplest: having enough time to get everything done. It was especially tough when she was still a full-time student. “Every phone call I made and email I sent was building a brand and a reputation that I was counting on lasting me long after I graduated,” said Miller. “Thus, there was little room to do anything half-heartedly.” Since graduating, Miller is now focusing on figuring out just how much needs to go into the company in order to see it grow at her desired rate. The successful business formula, in her opinion, requires a lot of patience – and Starbucks.
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“I have been at this for 13 years now, and it has taken me speaking with many wise entrepreneurs to learn that lasting success, and enjoying the process along the way, develops organically,” Miller said. “I have had to learn that I don’t need overnight fame to make my business viable.” In terms of starting a business, Miller encourages taking risks (smart risks, but risks nonetheless) and dreaming big. “Do the best you can every day, day after day,” said Miller. “Then all of a sudden, you look back and realize that all of those small things add up to something significant.” Just don’t ask what her favorite piece of jewelry is. She doesn’t know! Although Miller admits to wearing her Coralia necklace the most – “the character in each piece of coral is fabulous” – she doesn’t play favorites. “Thinking back over the years, I have designed at least 50,000 pieces of jewelry, and there is not one particular piece to which I am drawn,” Miller said. So what is Miller’s favorite aspect of fashion? “Fashion isn’t about getting others’ approval, but rather enjoying the creative process that goes into putting an outfit together,” Miller said. “Enjoy it!”
‘Primates of Park Avenue’ is next must-read Emily Ward Fashion Editor Ever wonder exactly how your favorite “Gossip Girls” would have handled being moms? Now you don’t have to because the new memoir “Primates of Park Avenue” explores Manhattan motherhood. Dr. Wednesday Martin, a Midwestern social researcher, used her background in anthropology to deconstruct the Upper East Side elite when she began raising her children in one of the most prestigious zip codes in the country. From the crazed pursuit of a Birkin bag to outrageous kiddie parties, this book has (and exposes) it all. “Primates of Park Avenue” truly is your real-life “Gossip Girl.” Find it on Amazon for only $15.60 — a much more economical choice than a Birkin bag.
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SMU graduate Brooke Reagan blogs in style EMILY WARD Fashion Editor eward@smu.edu California cutie Brooke Reagan knows a thing or two about fashion. She currently works as an account consultant for LIKEtoKNOW.it, a new publishing tool at rewardStyle that enables bloggers to share ready-to-shop Instagram posts with their followers. Plus, she maintains her own fashion and lifestyle blog, Brooke du jour. The journalism and fashion media alumna interned as a fashion intern at FD Luxe and as a features intern at Marie Claire in New York. Reagan was even style editor at The Daily Campus for one semester. The result is an impressive resume, especially when considering she only just graduated in spring 2014. But Reagan has a secret. When she created Brooke du jour in August of her junior year, she didn’t really know what she was doing. With her favorite fashion bloggers in mind, she set out to create her own. And if that required almost constant shopping? So be it. “I [have] stuck with my blog for the past three years because I love it,” Reagan said. “I’m always thinking about my blog – what kind of content I’m going to curate, how to make it better, etc.” A self-described girly-girl, Reagan has a weakness for color (especially pink).
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The blog’s 3rd birthday is Reagan’s favorite post.
She finds fashion inspiration from other fun and flirty blogs like Southern Curls and Pearls and The Sweetest Thing. J. Crew catalogs are her stylistic go-to and Reagan makes it a habit to visit the mall weekly to pop into all her favorite stores. “At the end of the day, though, I pick clothes I feel good in and make me smile,” Reagan said. But perfecting a personal blog isn’t all smiles and shopping. Consistent, highquality posts are a must. Reagan suggests posting no less than three times a week. A great camera, photographer and site design are invaluable resources as well. “The hardest part about blogging, for me, is learning how to turn a hobby into a strategic business,” Reagan said. “I’m learning every day.” Which explains why Reagan credits the glam park picnic she planned for her blog’s third anniversary as her favorite post ever. The party was complete with beautiful flowers, yummy pastries and gorgeous floral separates from Erin Fetherston (in pink, of course!). “The whole atmosphere was very celebratory, and I was so proud and excited that I made it to the three-year milestone,” Reagan said. So what’s Reagan’s advice for building a stylish wardrobe and starting a successful blog? “You’re capable of creating something awesome,” Reagan said. “Go do it.”
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Cofounder of ‘SMUStyle’ talks fashion and life after SMU EMILY WARD Fashion Editor eward@smu.edu Christina Geyer is a well-versed writer in the world of fashion media. For over two years, she worked as managing editor of FD Luxe, The Dallas Morning News’ style magazine. Geyer has also worked as an assistant editor at PaperCity Magazine and a Dallas-based city editor for Gilt.com. But in April 2009, Geyer was a SMU junior studying journalism and art history when she realized the campus was lacking a daily source of fashion and lifestyle happenings. Geyer and her friend Sarah Bray were both writing for the Daily Campus at the time, but believed SMU’s student newspaper lacked consistent space and coverage for fashion. One Wordpress account later and SMUStyle – a fashion and lifestyle blog that personifies Dallas style – was created. “Sarah and I both had big dreams of pursuing careers in fashion/lifestyle magazines, so we thought why not start a blog where we can write about the topics that interest us on a daily basis,” Geyer said. The pair taught themselves the ways
of Wordpress, tinkering with the site and utilizing “how-to” articles and videos. In 2009, fashion blogs hadn’t quite burst onto the scene and social media sites hadn’t reached their full potential. Instagram – every current fashionista’s faithful sidekick – wasn’t launched until October 2010. “We had to really navigate the digital landscape on our own,” Geyer said. “It was a lot of fun though.” The proof is in the product. Almost seven years later, SMUStyle is still going strong. Each year, a new group of student editors and writers constantly provide content on, according to its website, “where to be, what to eat, and how to look good while doing so.” “What I love more is that [SMUStyle] is a learning tool and a way for students – like Sarah and I were – to create great work that will hopefully translate into clips that will help them land internships and jobs in the future,” Geyer said. Launching SMUStyle definitely helped shape Geyer’s life after graduation. She credits the experience with teaching her how to become a self-starter, able to realize what she wants and how to go for it. “In every job I’ve had since launching
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SMUStyle, the ability to take a project and run with it on your own has come in handy,” Geyer said. For anyone interested in starting a fashion blog today, Geyer advises the key is an original point of view. In a world now filled with blogs of every kind, bloggers must pay close attention to details and provide topnotch content in order to set themselves apart from the competition. “Blogs and personal sites are an extension of your brand and your image; you want it to represent who you are and the level of work that you stand behind,” Geyer said. Natalia (Nati) Bru, current SMU junior and editor of SMUStyle, believes Geyer’s
views are still upheld on the blog. Its team of student bloggers doesn’t automatically love a style just because it’s considered to be “on trend,” and vice versa. They promote individuality, rather than style conformity. “SMU students have such a strong sense of style because the campus is so diverse when it comes to culture,” Bru said. “It’s truly incredible to see the mix of style and personalities around campus, and that’s what we try to capture on the site.” So how does Geyer recommend someone lead a stylish life? “Edit, edit, edit,” Geyer said. “I love that saying. It should go for your wardrobe and every aspect of your life.”
Fall TV to watch for fashion INDIA POUGHER Chief Copy Editor ipougher@smu.edu Fall television always brings its A-game in the plot department, but a true fashionista is watching for the clothes. Shows like “Gossip Girl,” “Sex and the City” and “Mad Men” all made their wardrobes like an extra character. Check out these fall prime-time dramas that are sure to give you a serious case of closet envy. Comedy meets horror; “Scream Queens” is brought to you by the brilliant minds behind “Glee” and “American Horror Story,” and tells the tale of a sorority with a dark past and a killer on the loose. The murder-mystery is packed with stars like Emma Roberts, Ariana Grande, Abigail Breslin and Nick Jonas. You can look forward to Roberts, Breslin and Grande (whose characters are all named Chanel, of course) dressed in posh ensembles complete with gloves, headbands, with a fabulous house to match. Catch “Scream Queens” every Tuesday on Fox. Okay, you should also watch this next show for the music. “Empire,” which premiered in spring 2015, follows the story of a family-owned record label as it enters a new
era. Every episode features original music, produced by Timbaland, and memorable outfits from each character. Taraji P. Henson stars as Cookie Lyons and dresses just how you’d imagine a powerful hip-hop music exec would. Think head-to-toe leopard print and gorgeous fur coats. Watch “Empire” every Wednesday on Fox. “Scandal,” which has been going strong on ABC since 2012, is coming back for its fifth season. Olivia Pope’s signature style has become a near television phenomenon (even inspiring a line for Banana Republic) and you can catch up with her and all the Prada looks you can handle starting Sept. 24. “Reign,” which premiered in 2013, follows Mary Queen of Scots as she experiences love and betrayal while maneuvering through French court. This season, fans will come face-to-face with Queen Elizabeth I and her closet as she works to keep her cousin, Mary, off the English throne. Every episode offers a feast of couture creations, re-imagined for 16th century France. You might even spot a familiar look, as past brands used by the costume team include DVF, Free People, Alexander McQueen and Oscar de la Renta. Season three of “Reign” premieres Oct. 9 on The CW.
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A STORY OF FAITH Chaplain and U.S. Army Captain Kimberly Hall, an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church, has not only had her life changed by her work within civilian ministry, but also by a surprising call to work with Army Soldiers. Originally, life as a minister was not a part of her plans. But after a lot of soul searching, Chaplain Hall eventually heeded God’s call to work in and pursue the path of ministry. She served her community for ten years as both an associate and senior pastor, but then found herself answering yet another call, one that led to the U.S. Army.
ANSWERING A CALL OF NEED After three separate encounters with Army chaplains, each trying to convince then Pastor Hall to join, she realized working with the Army might be a new path God had designed for her. While the call to serve in the Army was unexpected, she does not regret changing her life once again.
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Her choice was not only one of faith, but also one that helps fill an important need within the Army. As the number of clergywomen in the civilian world continues to expand, more women are joining the military as chaplains. Chaplain Hall not only helps fill a need within the Army, she represents a growing voice within all faiths.
“The most rewarding experience is seeing solid transformation occur in Soldiers’ lives that range anywhere from relationship healing, to baptisms and just simply journeying with them and pointing them to the light at the end of the tunnel and having them grasp it. That is a joy!”
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Just like her life, her work with the Army hasn’t been predictable. But Chaplain Hall has already made an impact on the Soldiers she serves.
“Our motto in the Chaplain Corps is ‘Pro Deo et Patria.’ It derives from the Latin, which means ‘For God and Country.’ Putting on this uniform, I have a unique opportunity to do great work in caring for the souls of Soldiers. … The motto I personally live by as a chaplain is this: ‘I am here to serve and not to be served.’”
“My chaplain assistant and I executed and implemented ‘Operation Smile,’ a series of events designed to boost the morale and spirits of the Soldiers and the civilians under our care. Our [most successful event] was when we stood out in the early morning hours holding colorful homemade signs that simply read, ‘Have a Beautiful Day!’ We would wave and smile at all incoming cars that came on to the Army post. As it turns out, we made an indelible impact by this simple act of cheer.“ With a blend of traditional and non-traditional work, it is easy to see why each of Chaplain Hall’s days are different. And while she always has a lot to do, Chaplain Hall finds that her work with Soldiers is worth the effort that it takes.
Ultimately, the work she and the other chaplains do each day helps take care of Soldiers’ hearts and minds. And Chaplain Hall’s experiences in the Army have helped to solidify her own faith as well. “Living this Army life has further cemented my belief that God has not and will not fail or forsake me. My ultimate faith lesson in all of this is to trust God and to not be afraid.” If you feel the call to serve with the Army Chaplain Corps by serving Soldiers as a chaplain in the U.S. Army, visit goarmy.com/au33
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“In the first few months [of] wearing this new ‘hat’ as an Army chaplain, it felt very surreal. I kept looking at my uniform and my surroundings and saying to myself, ‘Wow!’”
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Student President gives Centennial message The Centennial Students’ Association and 102nd Student Senate would like to congratulate Southern Methodist University for its worldchanging achievements. Today, we commemorate the One Hundred years of a consistent impetus to improve, and a steadfast drive that will continue into the second century. Each and every one of you is a contributing member to the Students’ Association, and your student body will be known as the Centennial for generations to come. Take pride in our school and the progress it has made throughout the
GUEST COLUMN
CARLTON ADAMS Student Body President caadams@smu.edu
past 100 years — just think about how much more is to come. Take this week to celebrate Homecoming and take advantage of the multitude of Centennial activities! Consider what we are celebrating this week, and take a moment to acknowledge the history of the past 100 years that have shaped SMU
as an institution and student body. Change is inevitable, and SMU’s drive for excellence has brought about a unique type of change; one that brings improvement and innovation to our campus, to the city of Dallas, and to the world. Put on your red and blue to celebrate this week along with the members of the SMU community returning to the Hilltop, as well as with the fellow members of the 100th Students’ Association. And last, but certainly not least, Happy Birthday SMU! May the next 100 years be as prolific as the last. As always, Pony Up!
Editor reflects on 100 years of SMU lessons Throughout 100 years SMU has taught us a lot of lessons, both from our successes and from our failures. If we keep learning from our mistakes as a university, hopefully the next century of SMU will see even more improvement and advancement. So here is my list of “do’s” and “don’ts” for SMU’s next 100 years: Do: Keep winning games. Nothing helps out school spirit like having competitive sports teams. Everyone knows and loves Moody Magic, and it currently looks as if Coach Chad Morris is working some of his own magic with the Mustangs out on the football field. SMU will clearly benefit from a more spirited and involved student body if our sports teams can continue to improve as they have under the amazing coaches over the past several years Don’t: Pay your players If 1985 and the Death Penalty taught us anything, it was this. Even if it comes at the expense of wins, paying players illegally is not a smart move. The NCAA showed us that it is not worth it. I think we have learned our lesson on this one.
STAFF COLUMN
NOAH BARTOS Opinion Editor nbartos@smu.edu
Hopefully we have. Do: Keep campus looking beautiful Sure SMU students make fountain and lawn jokes all the time, but you have to admit that it is nice going to school in what is basically a park. The buildings all go together and our lawns and sidewalks are always well kept (except for when construction tears them up, but we’ll ignore that for now). The beauty of SMU is one of the things that makes this school unique, and we would be well served in the next century to keep that up Don’t: Continue raising SMU’s tuition Seriously SMU, stop it. $65,000 is so much to pay for just one year of schooling, and that number always seems to be on the rise. I know that the school has things to pay for (like the previously-discussed
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lawns) and staff to keep on, but tuition cannot keep going up indefinitely. I don’t want to be paying $1 million a year for my kid’s tuition in the coming decades. Do: Keep improving academic programs Even though we may have fallen a few slots in this year’s rankings, SMU is still a pretty darn good academic school overall. We have some very prestigious programs (Cox and Meadows, we are looking at you) and many other programs that are up-and-coming or currently underrated. But to call ourselves world-changers or even nation-leading, well we might need some more improvement to get there. But I am sure that with dedication and incremental improvements
our academics can continue to advance us up the rankings. Don’t: Lose sight of the students One of the main reasons why I personally am at SMU is that it seemed like an institution at which the faculty genuinely cared about their students and each individual was offered opportunities to excel if they so choose. I know that I am not alone in this opinion. Keeping (or making) this university more student-focused and indeed making every year the “year of the Student” will help preserve the mission of this university and what makes SMU special. Everything above goes into this, but I think that keeping the student’s first is something that will keep SMU’s character and part of what makes us special.
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