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New SMU Study Abroad Ambassador program helps students navigate options CAMERON LUTTRELL Contributing Writer cluttrell@smu.edu Senior Brenna O’Neill spent the fall semester of 2014 at the CIEE University of Cape Town, South Africa. For four months, O’Neill lived in Cape Town and traveled to places like Zimbabwe, Botswana and Tanzania. O’Neill rode elephants, went on safaris, and even taught young children how to read English at a school in a poor area of Cape Town. She took unique classes, such as a sociology class about family life in South Africa and religions of Africa class. “It’s so cliché, but going abroad was life changing,” O’Neill said. O’Neill loved her time abroad so much that when she came back to SMU in the spring, she wanted to tell other students about it. Luckily for her, the SMU Abroad Student Ambassadors program started up again that semester. The Student Ambassador program consists of 20 SMU students who spent a semester studying abroad. These ambassadors return to tell others about their experience and guide them through the process. However, despite the ambassador program, some students still say they have problems getting courses they take abroad approved, and finding courses that correlate with their majors or minors. Choosing classes to take abroad that fulfill the UC and pillar requirements can also pose a problem for students. Cori Hill, director of the ambassador program, said that students make it harder than it has to be and advises them to see their academic advisers to help them pick courses. “The course approval process is not that hard,” she said. Some of the ambassadors are all too familiar with the struggle of getting courses approved, but they didn’t let this stop them. “I struggled every day the semester before, but it was 100 percent worth it,” O’Neill said. O’Neill said she faced a difficult time getting her courses approved because she was the first SMU student to do the CIEE University of Cape Town program. The student ambassadors are excited to share their stories and are trained to talk to students inquiring about studying abroad. Twelve of the

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20 ambassadors are also peer advisers, meaning they have been selected to take a more active role to promote studying abroad, such as posting flyers for the abroad fair and all of the meetings. These students also spoke about studying abroad at the Student Foundations panel Oct. 30, during Family Weekend. “So much of the work of going abroad is leading up to getting on the plane. You need all your information ready and you need to have all

your ducks in a row. Getting help from as many people as possible makes it easier and more enjoyable,” said Jacob Conway, a finance major and an ambassador who spent the summer of 2014 in the SMU-in-London Business Internship and then went straight to Copenhagen for the fall semester of 2014. SMU had an ambassador program, but the abroad office revamped it this past year. The previous program was focused on students

working behind the scenes, while the new program, which launched in mid-spring, directly connects ambassadors to students. “Word-of-mouth is the biggest factor of getting students abroad, which is why the advising program is so important,” Hill said. Inquiring students can go to the ambassador program website and view the list of ambassadors and contact information at abroad.smu.edu. SMU sends about 500 students abroad annually. Eighty percent of students study abroad over the summer and about 100 to 150 study abroad each semester. The office is sometimes very crowded, but with the ambassador program, ambassadors are creating their own office hours to serve as an additional resource for students. “The program creates a new channel between the abroad office and the students,” Conway said. Unfortunately, the ambassador program can’t solve every issue. The ambassadors are trained to help students figure out what abroad program will work for them, but they can’t cross the boundary into academic advising. Still, some students struggle to get courses approved for their major. Samantha Campau, a junior business major, planned to study abroad in Copenhagen this semester. She was ready to go and even paid the $1,000 deposit, but didn’t realize that she hadn’t completed the prerequisites needed to take most of the business courses in Copenhagen. Campau’s abroad adviser told her that she could either take courses in the summer before going to Copenhagen or she could take courses unrelated to her major while abroad, which would result in Campau not graduating on time. “Neither option was appealing to me, so I ended up withdrawing from the program,” Campau said. “I plan to study abroad this summer.” Conway, who is taking 19 hours this semester, said the sacrifices students make are rewarding in the end. Conway acknowledges the difficulties the University Curriculum can create, but said students ultimately need to decide what is best for them. “That’s what going abroad is all about, finding a new sense of independence,” Conway said. “That has to start from the first day you apply.”

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Mend brings doctors to students through mobile healthcare service TYLER COFFIN Contributing Writer tcoffin@smu.edu Brent Badger crossed the threshold, looking around in awe before turning to the two girls walking beside him. Walking further inside, he mused that he had never been in a sorority house before. He continued to meander inside before sitting down on the blue couch and setting his backpack on the floor. He cracked a few jokes before turning back to his bag. Then, he pulled out a stethoscope. Badger is a physician’s assistant working for Mend, the Dallas-based startup that brings medical professionals straight to patients. Founded in 2015, the company is the first in the Dallas area to offer medical assistance in the homes and offices of community members. Through Mend’s website and iPhone app, users can schedule an appointment with a medical practitioner who will travel almost anywhere in Dallas. Mend currently operates in what is roughly a 12-mile radius of Richardson High School, but is in the process of setting up hubs around the metroplex to reach even more people. Mend is currently focusing on attracting students to the service, especially now that colder weather and flu season have hit. To make its services more appealing to university students, Mend is offering a 25 percent discount on all of

its services to any current student with a valid ID. “Campus health centers can see upwards of 100 patients a day, even with their limited hours,” manager Christiana Yebra said. Mend wants to act as another medical resource for students rather than a replacement to the health center, Yebra said. Besides medical services, Mend offers an unprecedented convenience to students and adults. It prefers to let its patients rest in bed while they wait to see a doctor. “No one really wants to get out of bed when they’re sick, let alone go to the doctor’s office to sit in a waiting room,” Yebra said. Mend is willing to practice in almost any safe location in Dallas. The weirdest place that Mend has gone? “We went to a cool coffee shop in Oak Cliff and treated [a patient] in the back of an old-school bus,” Yebra said. Mend doctors also have treated patients at Dallas Runners’ Club marathons and in patients’ offices. One such patient is Gaby Appeddu, a junior at SMU. After visiting the campus health center, she turned to Mend to cure her of her sinus infection. “The health center just told me that I had a virus and needed to rest, but wouldn’t give me a note to excuse me from class,” Appeddu said. “It’s stressful that when I’m so sick I can’t do my best

work or even come to class, but can’t get a note excusing me from class.” That’s where Mend can help. Not only does Mend come straight to its patients, but it is also able to write both prescriptions and notes excusing students from class. Mend charges flat rates that are readily available on its website at mendathome. com, with the first visit costing $50 and subsequent visits $199, though different rates apply for different procedures. These procedures can range from physicals to tests for strep throat, but the student discount applies to all procedures. Mend does not accept insurance, but does accept all major credit cards. A Mend spokesperson argues that accepting insurance adds too many issues in the payment process, it argues, and chooses instead to keep things as simple as possible for its patients. “We operate on convenience and transparency, and payment gets confusing very quickly when you factor in insurance plans,” Yebra said. Convenience is what Mend is looking to offer students, and plans to offer more convenience than ever before with future expansion. According to Yebra, the company is expecting the addition of several new medical directors. “It means more availability and faster care, which is vital when the health center is overflowing with sick patients and can’t get you in,” Yebra said.

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Since 1977, the Celebration of Lights (COL) has been a time-honored tradition at SMU. This year, Student Foundation is adding a new look to the classic celebration. Along with the traditional lighting of Dallas Hall, the trees near it and the Christmas tree, the Boulevard trees will also be lit through Jan. 3. “I’ve been waiting for this to happen since freshman year,” junior Rebecca Kim said. “When I first heard of Celebration of Lights, I had thought the lights would continue down the Boulevard. I can’t wait to see it actually happen.” An ice skating rink also will be installed in front of the flagpole the day of the event, Nov. 30. Students will be able to skate on the 90 square foot rink until 11 p.m. “I think everyone will enjoy the event,” said Kaci Rood, Student Foundation’s Campus Events chair. “We’ll still have the traditional aspects. I like how Celebration of Lights fosters community on campus.” The annual lighting celebration will begin at 7 p.m. COL is sponsored by SMU’s Student Foundation and supported by the SMU Centennial Host Committee and the Michael F. Miller Endowment for the Celebration of Lights. Luminarias will line the sidewalks for the Nov. 30 lighting ceremony. Student musicians will perform songs of the season and SMU President R. Gerald Turner will read the Christmas story from the New Testament. Finally, the SMU Christmas tree will be

During her 24-hour visit to Dallas Nov. 20, Ambassador Kristie Kenney met with U.S. business groups, radio hosts, Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings, SMU students, the SMU Campus Weekly staff and many more. Her main reasons for visiting Dallas were to see how citizens are viewing the country and how businesses are responding to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a proposed trade agreement with 11 other countries that aims to eliminate taxes and barriers to global trade. “Dallas and the rest of Texas have extraordinary exports to the rest of the world and, of course, Dallas-Fort Worth is a hub in terms of businesses and airports,” Kenney said. On SMU’s campus, Kenney had a wideranging conversation with students and faculty about U.S. foreign policy, trade, the rise of China and current worldwide issues at the John Goodwin Tower Center for Political Studies’ Coffee and Conversations. “It’s great for me because, as a diplomat, I

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lit. The celebration will conclude with a candlelight chorus of “Silent Night” from all the participants. There are also rumors of carriage rides around the Boulevard to celebrate the holiday season. Transfer and junior Stefan Williams hadn’t heard much of the Celebration of Lights yet, but he is excited to attend the event this year. “The best way to describe my emotions would be ecstatic,” he said. “It’s a pretty cool event and it’s nice to have these kinds of events on campus.” “The event happens at a stressful time, with finals coming up,” Kim said. “I like how people can take a break from studying and come together to celebrate the season.” While the weather might be a little chilly on Nov. 30, Rood encourages students to come and experience the Celebration of Lights. “This is personally my favorite event SMU has,” Rood said. “I’m honored to plan it and it’s a great way to end the centennial year. I challenge students to bundle up and come out.”

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don’t always get to talk to academics who have studied these issues or students who have a very fresh perspective,” she said. Kenney found her place in the State Department after college. She said she always felt patriotic and was interested is promoting the United States around the word. “I joined the Foreign Service because one, I wanted to have the honor of representing my country; two, I thought it would be exciting and it has been; and three, I actually do like the feeling that what we do matters, that I can make a difference and it’s this amazing opportunity,” she said. Since joining the State Department, Kenney has served as the senior advisor to the Secretary of State, Deputy Assistant to the Secretary of State, the Department of State Executive Secretary and as a member of the Senior Foreign Service. She has served as U.S. ambassador three times to Thailand, the Philippines and Ecuador. Kenney was the first female to serve as ambassador in Thailand and the Philippines. She said taking on the role was both an opportunity and a challenge. Read the rest of this story at smudailycampus.com.

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Men’s soccer wins in NCAA Tournament BRIAN O’DONNELL Sports Editor bodonnell@smu.edu The SMU men’s soccer team advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament with a 1-0 win over Denver Nov. 22. Despite ample shot opportunities, neither team was able to score in full time. However, in the 94th minute, Stanton Garcia scored on an assist from Mauro Cichero, giving the Mustangs an overtime victory. The goal was Garcia’s sixth of the season. Three of his goals have been game-winners. The SMU Campus Weekly asked Garcia if it was the best goal of his life. “It’s got to be because we’re going to the Sweet 16,” he said. The Pioneers suffered their first loss of the season despite outshooting SMU 14-9 and earning 13 corner kicks to SMU’s 2. Michael Nelson, AAC

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Goalkeeper of the Year, had four saves for the Mustangs in his second consecutive shutout. “We are thrilled with the result,” Head Coach Kevin Hudson said. “It wasn’t the most beautiful game but the boys did very well to earn the victory.

Playing on Thursday in the first round and then traveling to Denver put us at a significant disadvantage. I have to give a lot of credit to the assistant coaches who were great preparing video for the game and getting the travel right to deal with the altitude. We are proud of this group as they continue to find ways to get results.” On Nov. 19, the Mustangs defeated Utah Valley in the first round of the tournament. Goals from Brenden Lee and Idi Camara helped SMU get a 2-0 win. Nelson had three saves in the shutout. This is SMU’s 18th NCAA Tournament appearance in the last 22 years. The team made the Elite Eight in 2010 and is one win away from making it back there this season. The AAC regular season champion Mustangs improved to 15-2-4 with the win. They will play the No. 4 seeded Akron Zips Nov. 29 at 3 p.m. in Ohio.

SMU basketball survives against Yale BRIAN O’DONNELL Sports Editor bodonnell@smu.edu SMU orchestrated a second-half comeback to beat Yale 71-69 at Moody Coliseum Nov. 22. The first half started out slow, as neither team could get shots to fall consistently. The Bulldogs had spurts of streaky three-point shooting that, along with SMU turnovers, helped them build a lead. Makai Mason had 16 points and five assists for Yale. Markus Kennedy’s passing and strong interior presence kept SMU in the game, despite minimal production from his teammates. The Mustangs trailed 40-32 at halftime. Sterling Brown came out aggressively in the second half, scoring nine straight points to pull the Mustangs even. Brown finished with 11 points and was perfect from the field. Keith Frazier and Justin Tolbert accounted for a large part of the scoring with Nic Moore on the bench because of foul trouble. SMU used a variety of defenders on Mason in the second half to slow him down. Mason finished with 24 points and seven assists but struggled to get open looks. The Mustangs shot 50 percent from the

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field, but struggled from the three point line, only shooting 1-9. SMU held a 48-16 advantage in points in the paint. Both teams struggled from the free throw line, which almost proved to be costly for SMU late in the game. Five players were in double figures for SMU, including Brown, Kennedy, Keith, Moore and Tolbert. “We picked the energy up on defense in the second half,” Tolbert said. “That’s why we won.” SMU (3-0) will play Brown at home Nov. 29 at 2 p.m.

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Mustangs look to finish season strong BRIAN O’DONNELL Sports Editor bodonnell@smu.edu The SMU Mustangs will travel to Tennessee to take on the Memphis Tigers Nov. 28 at 11 a.m. in the last game of the 2015 season. Memphis enters the game with an 8-3 record. The Tigers were ranked as high as No. 15 in the AP Poll this year after beating Ole Miss six weeks ago. However, after three straight losses, Memphis has fallen out of the rankings. The Tigers are coming off of a 31-12 loss to Temple in which they struggled to move the ball on offense. They lost to Houston and Navy the previous two weeks. Memphis’ offense is led by quarterback Lynch Paxton, who has only thrown three interceptions to his 21 touchdowns this season. The defense relies on a trio of linebackers in Leonard Pegues, Wynton McManis and Genard Avery, who are the team’s top tacklers. SMU enters the matchup with a 2-9 record. Despite their record, the Mustangs are coming off of their best performance of the season: a 49-21 win over Tulane. In the last meeting in 2014, Memphis outplayed SMU in a dominant 48-10 win. PREVIEWS: SMU had its most complete performance against Tulane. It was the type of effort on both sides of the ball that Coach Morris had been looking for all season long. It is also the type of effort that will be required if SMU hopes to upset Memphis this week. The Tigers looked formidable earlier in the season, but have struggled recently.

They have looked like a different team the last three games, especially last week against Temple. If they play like they did early on, SMU will need a near-perfect performance to get a win. If they continue to play like they have of late, SMU has a real chance to win. The key will be QB Matt Davis’ ability to run and open up the passing game. WR Courtland Sutton and RB Xavier Jones need to be at their best because SMU must score a lot of points. On the defensive side, the Mustangs will need to force some turnovers and cannot afford to give up big pass plays that have plagued them this season. Davis and others have talked a lot about how much they want to send the seniors out with a win. There’s no doubt that the effort will be there, but Memphis will have a similar mentality. The Mustangs will play well and hang around, but the Tigers will be too much for them to handle. PREDICTION: Memphis 42 - SMU 28

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SMU’s last football game of the season also will be arguably their most difficult. Despite a positive win last week against Tulane, boosting the Mustang’s record to 2-9 on the season, Memphis is a much deeper, more talented team than Tulane. Already this season, Memphis has beaten Ole Miss, currently ranked No. 19 in the AP Poll. While Memphis has lost three straight games, indicating a slide in momentum and confidence, it seems completely implausible Memphis will lose to SMU, especially a game with bowl implications. Memphis ranks 11th nationally in total

offensive yards and No. 22 in offensive efficiency. Quarterback Paxton Lynch is widely considered to be one of the top quarterback prospects in the NFL draft. By contrast, SMU ranks 120th in the nation in total defense, having given up a total of 5,542 total yards and 44.1 points per game. The Tigers high-powered, efficient offense led by Lynch will easily win against the Mustangs at home as Memphis makes its case for a prestigious bowl game. PREDICTION: Memphis 42 - SMU 17

— Breck Spencer SMU CW Associate Sports Editor

SMU is coming off a well-deserved win versus Tulane in which it held the Green Wave’s quarterbacks to 13 completions on 33 passes. It was a feel-good game for the defense, but the contrast couldn’t be starker between Tulane’s and Memphis’ offense. The Tigers average 40.8 points per game and 512 yards per game and are led by quarterback Paxton Lynch, who’s a favorite of draft experts and has tossed 21 touchdowns to just three interceptions. Memphis has dropped three straight games after an 8-0 start, the most recent a 19-point loss at Temple in which the Owls held Lynch and Co. to 300 yards below their average entering the game. Lynch did not throw a touchdown as the Tigers failed to find the end zone. Lynch isn’t a running quarterback, which SMU has struggled to stop, but he’s accurate and doesn’t make mistakes. He will bounce back and pick apart SMU’s defense as Memphis rolls to a win. PREDICTION: Memphis 45 - SMU 24

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SMU students weigh in on Black Friday strategies CHLOE DINSDALE Contributing Writer cdinsdale@smu.edu It happens every year; the Friday after Thanksgiving marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Stores open at absurd hours and people wait in line anxiously to get their hands on highly-demanded products at the lowest prices. A few SMU students offered advice when it comes to Black Friday shopping. “Be prepared to wait in line everywhere you go,” sophomore Gigi Harris said. “Patience is key.” Sophomore Rachel Kennedy recommends

having good company when shopping. “Cranky people aren’t fun to shop with,” Kennedy said. Senior Liz Meyer said everyone should plan ahead. In past years, some stores go as far as to post promotional sales all weekend long and open even earlier (some at midnight on Thanksgiving night). Friday has been dubbed “the busiest shopping day of the entire year.” and sales over the four-day weekend can total billions of dollars. “I usually go to the mall on Black Friday with my sister and visit a lot of different stores just for the experience and fun,” junior Shelby Kehr said. “Most

of the stores keep sales all weekend long though, so I recommend going on a different day unless you want to stand in line for an hour and a half to checkout with an ugly sweater.” Shoppers can find discounts and coupons on sites all over the Internet from BlackFriday.com, to store specific sites like Walmart and Target. “My family spreads coupons out all over the table after Thanksgiving dinner and makes a game plan for which stores we will visit,” Meyer said. “My advice is to collect as many coupons as you can and be prepared.” This year’s Black Friday is Nov. 27, 2015.

Charlie Sheen’s diagnosis raises awareness of HIV, AIDS CARLEEANN ALLEN Assoc. A&L Editor carleeanna@smu.edu The whole world is buzzing about Charlie Sheen’s big announcement on the “TODAY” show revealed he is HIV-positive. Sheen told “TODAY” show host Matt Lauer that he was diagnosed with the virus four years ago and has since been taking medication. Sheen and his physician, Dr. Robert Hulzenga, made sure to clarify the point to Lauer that Sheen does not have AIDS. Most people do not understand the difference between being HIV positive and having AIDS.

HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus, which attacks the immune system. People who are infected with HIV have a harder time fighting off illness and disease, but those who are diagnosed early can live a normal life, like Magic Johnson. HIV can be transmitted through bodily fluids, like blood, semen and breast milk. It cannot be transmitted through urine, sweat or saliva. The most common ways to become infected with HIV is to engage in unprotected sex or use infected needles. AIDS is caused by HIV and is the advanced stage of the virus. AIDS can lead

to a variety of other health issues, like pneumonia, fungal infections and tuberculosis. There is no cure for HIV or AIDS, but medication can lengthen and improve quality of life and help fight infection. The FDA has approved more than 25 antiretroviral drugs to treat the infection and inhibit the disease’s development. There is a lot of conflicting information in the world and a lack of knowledge of the diseases’ and their effects. Sheen’s diagnosis is helping raise awareness of both HIV and Aids, and the difference between the two diseases.

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Vegetarian Thanksgiving meals that meat-eaters will love LAUREN CASTLE Contributing Writer lcastle@smu.edu Let’s face it, Thanksgiving meals are a meat-lover’s paradise. There are dishes filled with turkey, ham, duck and more. But not to worry herbivores, there are still plenty of great options. Autumn Kale Salad Kale, can people ever get enough of it? Start off the Thanksgiving meal with a nice refreshing salad. This leafy green vegetable has lots of nutrients, including Vitamin’s A and C as well as calcium and antioxidants. Vegan Cornbread Every Thanksgiving meal needs some type of carb. For vegans, cornbread is the answer. A popular recipe contains coconut oil, which has been found

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to reduce hypertension, and fight a type of bloodstream infection. Lentil and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Sweet potatoes are a Thanksgiving classic. Be creative and combine

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sweet potatoes with shepherd’s pie. This recipe calls for a pie stuffed with lentils, which are full of iron and potassium, as well as veggies and sweet potato filling.

Against the Current, Vinyl Theatre rock House of Blues CLARA LANE Assoc. A&L Editor claral@smu.edu Alternative-rock up-andcomers Against the Current and Vinyl Theatre rocked teeny bopping fans and middle age crowds alike at Dallas’ House of Blues Nov. 18. The two bands, destined to bring the house down with their similar cords and head-bopping melodies, did just that. Against the Current, composed of lead singer Chrissy Costanza and instrumentalists Dan Gow and Will Ferri, opened the show and wowed fans with its Paramore-esque vibes. The New York born group first gained fame and recognition on Soundcloud

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and has millions of hits on its YouTube channel. Crowd favorites included hit single “Gravity” and others, such as “Guessing” and “Closer, Faster.” Main act Vinyl Theatre, originally from Wisconsin, gave the venue an energypacked performance. Fans were jamming to the sounds off the band’s new album “Electrogram,” including well-known tunes “Breaking my Bones” and “If You Say So,” while also appreciating classics from their previous album, such as “Gold” and “Tokyo.” While the performances were upbeat and exciting, many of the tracks, especially those on the band’s new record, had similar sounds and many of the tracks

seem to share the same beats and chords. After awhile, the music did get slightly repetitive. Overall, the show was fun and entertaining and the audience had a great time. The Vinyl Theatre tour continues through March, but its last show with Against the Current will be Nov. 21 in San Diego. From there, the band will continue with a new opening act, alternativerock boy band Finish Ticket. These two bands will return to Dallas’ House of Blues for the third to last stop on their tour March 24. Against the Current and Vinyl Theatre both have albums out now, but both bands sound better live.

It’s time to start thinking about Thanksgiving. Turkey usually takes the center stage during Thanksgiving dinner, but desserts are the perfect, sweet ending to a memorable meal. The SMU Campus Weekly asked SMU students about their favorite Thanksgiving desserts (some of their least favorites were revealed as well). Pumpkin pie was the overall favorite, usually storebought or made at home. But sometimes the Thanksgiving classic can take a wrong turn. “My grandma makes pumpkin pie every year,”

senior Halle Levitt said. “We ate dinner and we were so full and so excited about the pie. But when we cut it open, it was awful and it turned out that she forgot to add sugar. We called it squash pie and she never lived it down. To this day, we still make fun of her for it.” Others prefer a variety of Thanksgiving pies. Pecan pie seems to be a second favorite among SMU students. “I like pecan pie,” first-year Ben Woodruff said. “My grandma also makes pumpkin, pecan and chocolate pie.” One student swears by the chocolate pie from Costco. “Our family always gets the chocolate pie from Costco,” first-year

Daniel Rosa said. “We also make pumpkin rum cake every Thanksgiving.” Apple pie is also a winner in the eyes of SMU students. But some have different opinions. “My mom makes cranberry sauce every year, and she makes me crank it out in a cranberry cranker,” senior Anna Norkett said. “I don’t even like cranberry sauce.” Other students prefer non-traditional Thanksgiving deserts, such as peach cobbler and red velvet cake. “I love banana pudding and blueberry crunch,” junior Dennis Stewart said. With these new suggestions, Thanksgiving should be sweet.

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In the Nov. 12 issue of the SMU Campus Weekly Rita Kirk asked: “Are we a healthy organization that makes occasional mistakes or are we corrupt and in need of repair?” I’ve sat with this question over the past week as I’ve read through the details of recent events at Yale, Ole Miss and Mizzou. What’s struck me about each case is that overwhelmingly the voices of the marginalized center on two points: 1) Predominately white institutions (PWI’s) have made great strides in admitting minorities; however, many struggle with incorporating those students into the larger campus community. 2) We find that PWI’s appear to only react to pleas for change when overtly insensitive acts disrupt the environment and prove to be bad for business. But to answer Kirk’s specific question, are we corrupt? In all honesty, I

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don’t know. I’m left with the same feelings Mark Chancey expressed at the November 2nd #EducateOurTruth panel: “We’ve seen the billboards that say ‘$1 Billion. And Change.’ but some of us are ready for the change.” For example, SMU has created hundreds of scholarships and nearly doubled its endowed faculty positions, but how many of those scholarships and endowed chairs are earmarked for ensuring diversity? SMU can tout several capital projects and new programs to ensure students’ academic and athletic wellbeing, but how many of those programs will address not only racial insensitivities, but will work to reduce the number of

sexual assaults on campus? Lastly, when we speak of engaging the community are we only referring to the Park Cities or will we take measures to reach into South Dallas and surrounding areas as well? To help us answer these questions I’m encouraged that we have distinguished faculty like Chancey, Kirk and Perkins Dean William Lawrence that view our responsibility “not only to deplore racist

actions but also to dismantle racist systems.” But as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated in his 1966 speech at McFarlin Auditorium, what’s clear to myself, a concerned staff member, is that “we have come a long, long way, but we still have a long, long way to go.” This article has been shortened for print. For the full article, please visit www.smudailycampus.com

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Editor on surviving Thanksgiving break It’s that time of year when campus shuts down for a week and everyone heads home to celebrate Thanksgiving. Here are some helpful hints for surviving the journey home for the holidays Pray for good weather Let’s be honest, if your flight gets cancelled or delayed, you are in some pretty deep trouble. Airports are nice and all, but no one wants to be stuck there. Especially during this high-travel and busy time of year. So if you’re religious, then pray for good weather and no cancelled flights. If you’re irreligious, well then I guess just check the weather channel and hope for the best.

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Have your talking points ready Thanksgiving is infamous for being that one awkward holiday where some topic doomed to set the family into feuding will come up. Whether it’s politics, grades, lifestyle choices, apple vs. cherry pie or something else, whatever sets off tension in your family is likely to come up. Mentally prepare yourself now to handle these

situations or start working on your politicalstyle question avoidance right now. Prepare your Christmas list If the Starbucks cups, holiday music and decorations that are already in stores haven’t tipped you off, Thanksgiving is really just a placeholder in between Halloween and Christmas. So, get ready for Black Friday deals and be prepared for when your parents ask you what you want. And be ready to get those gifts for all those important people in your life. Christmas is nearly upon us! Hopefully everyone has a safe break and comes back ready to take finals. I know, too soon. I will try not to remind you again.

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