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Polyglot, professor and Harvard graduate dedicates life to studying Fukishima food safety ISABELLA CHOW VALDEZ Contributing Writer ichowvaldez@smu.edu Heroy Hall houses professors, department chairs and others devoted to earth and statistical sciences, sociology and anthropology. Its white hallways and small elevator are not the most pleasant of atmospheres. Although it is old, the building holds special spaces where many academics research and discover new ideas. Within the halls is Nicolas SternsdorffCisterna’s office behind a Hello Kitty-decorated door on the fourth floor. Professor SternsdorffCisterna has dedicated his life to learning about cultures and how they change over time. Born with a unique cultural background, Sternsdorff-Cisterna grew up with Japanese, German and Chilean influences. The combination of cultures strengthened his growing interest in anthropology. Originally born in Chile to a German father and a Chilean mother, Sternsdorff-Cisterna learned four languages from an early age. He attended a German school and later got his bachelor’s and master’s at Canadian universities. He received his Ph.D. from Harvard University and now teaches anthropology courses at SMU.

Most of his studies have revolved around the anthropology of food. While researching at Harvard in 2011, the Fukushima nuclear meltdown occurred, releasing radiation that drastically affected the Japanese agriculture sector. A curious SternsdorffCisterna went to Japan and lived there for several years to analyze the impact of the Fukushima incident on its community. He saw first-hand the hardships that farmers and fishermen faced as they lost up to 80 percent of their customers, and how consumers reacted toward the threats that accompany lack of food security. Sternsdorff-Cisterna is currently working on a book about his time in Japan, from attending more than 70 different study sessions to personally visiting those affected. His book “Food Safety after Fukushima: Scientific Citizenship and the Politics of Risk” will reflect the accident as well as how the government and civilians reacted to it. A nuclear meltdown of such a large scale had no precedents in Japan, but in Ukraine a comparable and even more devastating event occurred in Chernobyl. “Fukushima happened in a country that was capitalist with free press and in the era of the internet, ” SternsdorffCisterna said. Chernobyl, however, occurred in the Soviet Union during 1986.

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Nicolas Sternsdorff-Cisterna speaks in the Tower Center Boardroom on Sept. 11, 2017.

However, there was “an exchange of knowledge as people from the Ukraine

and Belarus came to share their experiences,” Sternsdorff-Cisterna said.

As SternsdorffCisterna saw first-hand, collaboration of those affected by nuclear meltdowns has improved. He hopes that, with his research, other communities will learn from the Japanese approach in case of a similar disaster in the future. The exclusion zone covers approximately 20 kilometers from the incident’s main site, but the Fukushima region remains the third-largest in all of Japan. Therefore, farmers far from the nuclear site who received little to no amounts of radiation were still drastically affected, because their products are known to come from the Fukushima district even if they meet safety standards. According to Sternsdorff-Cisterna, many consumers remain averse to any product with a Fukushima label. This raises many questions regarding the safety of products and the real risk that the civilians face if they consume them. During a stay in Japan, Sternsdorff-Cisterna realized how civilians viewed producers as enemies; in fact, the farmers spend their time actively researching and doing their best to ensure that their food passes safety regulations. He found that the producers affected by the incident were seen as perpetrators willing to sell poisonous goods. Although the Fukushima incident created a severe

rise in the public’s distrust for the government and in science itself, the disaster united many housewives concerned with their families’ welfare. The “Seikatsu Club” emerged as a community to exchange safe foods. Japanese women united in the disaster’s wake to reduce the risk of food poisoning through mass participation and research. Several other social formations have been formed to oppose the use of nuclear power in Japan to avoid a similar accident. From his time in Japan and his personal research in anthropology, SternsdorffCisterna learned more about the influence of food and the relationships between producers and consumers. “I value anthropology because it teaches you about different perspectives and ways of thinking,” Sternsdorff-Cisterna said. Although the Fukushima incident occurred six years ago, Japan and its community still suffer from its aftereffects. It remains an issue in the Japanese society and a research topic for many anthropologists. Sternsdorff-Cisterna continues to contribute to what he describes as “a pool of knowledge” to inform people from all parts of the world. As he works on his manuscript, he sits in his desk surrounded by books in a number of languages, thinking about what he’ll tackle next.

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Media lawyer speaks to student journalists on trust, Trump KIM STRELKE Contributing Writer kstrelke@smu.edu

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Editor’s Note: The following interview took place before Bruce Sanford’s Oct. 17 lecture. Distinguished media lawyer Bruce Sanford sat down with SMU-TV and The SMU Campus Weekly prior to this year’s Sammons Lecture in Media Ethics to discuss low trust in the media and how President Donald J. Trump’s criticism of the media has become an easy excuse for the media’s fall. “The public’s opinion of the media is at a historic

low,” Sanford said under the lights of the Tony Pederson Studio in the Division of Journalism. “It is easy for the media to blame President Trump for these ratings, but the truth is that the public’s distrust was there before the Trump administration.” Sanford’s lecture on Oct. 17 was titled “Trusting the Media in the Age of Trump.” Sanford, a lawyer with the D.C. law firm Baker Hostetler, has a unique perspective on the media and its interactions with the public due to his career path. He started off as a journalist at the Wall Street Journal, before deciding to go back to school and get his law degree from NYU. “I wanted to participate in problem solving, and through being a lawyer I get to represent journalists and the media,” Sanford said about his decision to practice law. The short interview ended with Sanford’s thoughts on the First Amendment and libel laws. He noted that the Supreme Court says that journalists need a certain amount of space to get things wrong. “As long as there are no ill intentions, journalists will sometimes get things wrong in the search to uncover the truth,” Sanford said. He believes that if libel laws were voted on in present day, people would be more hesitant to vote for them. Even so, they allow journalists to do their jobs, he said. Watch the full interview online at vimeo.com/smutv

TAKIA HOPSON Contributing Writer thopson@smu.edu In his lecture Oct. 17, media lawyer Bruce Sanford suggested media mistrust could have contributed to the election of Donald Trump. He called the coverage of the election negligent by disregard of basic facts. “The media’s failure to report the 2016 election has had the consequence of eroding public confidence in the press,” he said. Public trust in the media fell to an all-time low. Sanford said those numbers have hovered below 50 percent for the last decade, but just before the election last year only 32 percent of Americans trusted the media. Sanford said many think President Trump is to blame for the fall of the public’s trust in the media. He said although President Trump has been critical of coverage of his administration, public distrust of the media is not directly linked to those criticisms. “The truth is that the public’s distrust of the media was growing to historically high numbers before President Trump was elected into office,” he said. Sanford, who remains optimistic in the reversal of distrust in the media, said he believes there are two principal reasons for the public’s lack of trust. However, a recent Reuters’ poll found 48 percent of respondents had “a great deal of ” or “some” trust in the media — up from 39 percent in November 2016. Sanford said many people view the media as elitist. “People see them as part of a ruling class, snobbish, over-educated and disconnected from the concerns of everyday people,” he said.

He also said journalism is becoming a bicoastal profession that neglects a vast majority of the United States. “In 2004, one-in-eight journalists lived in New York, Washington or Los Angeles,” he said. “Ten years later, one-in-five journalists lived in those three areas and the trend continues.” Junior Joanne Hershon, who was in attendance, agreed with Sanford’s reasoning and said journalism — as a profession — could represent the American population more completely. “You see journalists covering major topics relative to more-populated, bigmoney locations, which is excluding a large portion of the population’s interests,” she said. Journalist Keri Mitchell said it was important that she attend Sanford’s lecture because she believes everyone — including journalists — should keep learning. She agreed the media itself has made some contributions to its own suffering. “When the media make mistakes we need to own up to it,” she said. “It does erode trust when you kind of take a hard line and don’t fess up.” Mitchell, who is editorat -large for Advocate Magazines, said she took that as a reminder to herself to not get too defensive as a journalist. Emily Charrier, publisher of Advocate Media, echoed Mitchell’s response by detailing more or the responsibilities of journalists. She said when she was a beginner reporter she thought she had to show she knew everything, she had done her research, and she knew what she was talking about. “That’s absolutely incorrect,” she said. “You have to come from a place of openness.”

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Women’s soccer hits the road OLIVIA PITTEN Sports Editor opitten@smu.edu The SMU women’s soccer team hit the road for the final road trip of the season to University of Connecticut and Temple. The Mustangs fell to Connecticut 2-1 Oct. 12 in Joseph J. Morrone Stadium. A goal from Yamilee Eveillard in the first 10 minutes put the Huskies in an early lead. In the second half, SMU’s Katharine Herron recorded her first goal of the season

with a header to tie the score 1-1. In the final minutes of play, Connecticut found the net again to defeat SMU 2-1. The Mustangs then played Temple Oct. 15 for their first American Athletic Conference victory of the season. Although the Mustangs recorded nine shots in the first half, the scoreboard showed 0-0 going into halftime. In the middle of the second half, sophomore Allie Thornton recorded her third goal of the season, 13th of her career, to give SMU a

1-0 lead. Freshman Katia Novi scored another goal, the first of her collegiate career, to secure the Mustangs’ 2-0 victory. After the win at Temple, SMU improved to 6-6-3 on the season. This week, the Mustangs will continue conference play, hosting East Carolina at 7 p.m. Oct. 19. The Mustangs are still searching for the final three points they need to secure the sixth spot in the AAC Tournament.

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Vivian Yowan earned the Equitation on the Flat Most Outstanding Player honor for her performance.

SMU Equestrian defeats Baylor PHIL MAYER Assoc. Sports Editor pmayer@smu.edu SMU’s No. 5-ranked equestrian team defeated No. 7 Baylor Oct. 13 at the Dallas Equestrian Center. The Mustangs won on a tiebreaker with the final score of 10-10 (1510-1460). SMU led 7-3 at halftime, winning Equitation Over Fences, 3-2, and Reining, 4-1.

Baylor went on a run and pulled ahead 10-7. However, three straight wins from Mary Elizabeth Cordia, Haley Zimmerman and Vivian Yowan forced the tiebreaker. Yowan’s performance impressed the judges and she earned the Equitation on the Flat Most Outstanding Player honor. The win was SMU’s firstever over Baylor. “Our girls showed a lot

of grit to hang on and get the first program win against Baylor,” head coach Carol Gwin said. “I was incredibly impressed with how we rode in all four events. Some of the points didn’t go our way, but a lot of new faces stepped up and earned crucial points.” SMU’s next meet is Oct. 21 against Oklahoma State.

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‘The Meyerowitz Stories’ evokes tears, laughs KARA FELLOWS Contributing Writer kfellows@smu.edu A fading New York sculptor’s retrospective showing at his alma mater turns quickly into a retrospective on his life in Noah Baumbach’s “The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected).” When Howard Meyerowitz’s (Dustin Hoffman) adult children come back into his life — old wounds, sibling rivalries and lingering letdowns cause mayhem that balances between funny and poignant, all riding on Baumbach’s typically brilliant, fast-paced dialogue. With comedic powerhouses like Ben Stiller, Adam Sandler, Emma Thompson and Elizabeth Marvel, the tougher moments in The Meyerowitz Stories turn into laughable moments. Dramadies are a tough genre to nail, but Bauman

has tried to find the sweet spot between drama and comedy since 2005 with “The Squid and The Whale.” This movie resides firmly in that wonderful middle ground of intimate, poignant and laugh-out-loud funny. For those who dislike Sandler in any setting outside of “Happy Gilmore” or “The Wedding Singer,” this might be perfect. Sandler sings, screams f-bombs in inappropriate situations and shows his sweet side during his only daughter’s college departure. Meanwhile Emma Thompson as Howard’s often sloshed, always eccentric, newest wife reminds viewers of her role as Professor Trelawney in “Harry Potter,” but one who is hammered during every class. This movie isn’t directly marketed at the average college student. Only one major character is in our age range. But the adults in the movie struggle with things

that happened to them at our age. From Danny (played by Sandler) dropping out of music school to Mathew (played by Stiller) attempting to impress his self-centered father with his lucrative career, these older semifunctioning adults spend most of the movie fixing wrongs that happened when they were young semifunctioning adults. As parents age and kids create their own lives, there’s a dynamic that can go one way or the other. In this film, both outcomes are shown. The youngest child moves across the country and never looks back, while the only daughter stays nearby to care for an aging father. While “The Meyerowitz Stories” examines the struggles of a family with a self-centered patriarch and siblings at odds, it softens the blows with comedic respite from what could otherwise be a tear-jerking movie.

The best nature spots in Dallas HARRIETTE HAUSKE Contributing Writer hhauske@smu.edu As fall hits, the Dallas weather is becoming bearable once again – meaning it’s time to get outside and enjoy all that the city has to offer. Take a break from rooftop bars, clubs and shopping to enjoy some of Dallas’ best green spaces. Trinity River Expeditions If you’re looking for something a little calmer, explore one of Dallas’ hidden gems, the Trinity River. The areas along the river are home to a variety of natural plants, animal life and historic structures. Trinity River Expeditions offers canoe and kayak rentals for people who want to explore the river on their own. If you want the full experience, however, take one of the guided river tours by expert canoeist and passionate naturalist, Charles Allen. Allen takes visitors through some of the most remote areas of the river. Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve If you’re tired of walking

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the Katy Trail, drive 20 minutes south of downtown to Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve. This 600- acre preserve offers nine miles of unpaved trails that weave through lush terrain. While exploring the different trails in this hilly preserve, you’ll come across various native trees, wildflowers, butterfly gardens, wild animals and picnic areas. Before you leave, make sure you walk the Escarpment Trail for a view of Dallas. Lakeside Park If you’re searching for something closer to SMU, venture to Lakeside Park. The 14-acre landscaped green space is located in Highland Park, across from Turtle Creek.

While taking a stroll through the paths, you will encounter bridges and enormous Teddy Bear statues. Lakeside Park is also an ideal location for a picnic – but don’t forget extra bread for the ducks. Dragon Park If you want to explore one of Dallas’ best-hidden gems, go to Dragon Park – forewarning, it’s difficult to find. Tucked away in Dallas’ Oak Lawn neighborhood, Dragon Park is a privately owned secret garden. The park offers a serene escape full of secret nooks, thick green trees and a variety of eccentric statues, including Chinese guardian lions, angels and dragons.

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Jackie Chan is still the man in “The Foreigner” JOHN SULLIVAN Contributing Writer jcsullivan@smu.edu Jackie Chan has done it again with his performance in “The Foreigner,” reminding action and drama fans of his ability to deliver a memorable performance. A dramatic take on action thrillers, “The Foreigner” is a darker and more sinister return of the master of action movies. Chan plays Mr. Quan, a restaurant owner in the London Chinatown. After his daughter is killed by an improvised bomb outside a roadside storefront, Quan takes matters into his own hands to bring justice to the bombers who killed his daughter. Pierce Brosnan plays Liam Hennessy, the Irish Republican Army (IRA) representative to Great Britain. The bombers are linked to the IRA, and

Hennessy is faced with the possibility of sedition within his ranks. He is assaulted on three sides: from the British government and police harassing him for information on the bombers, from the IRA itself as he struggles to figure out who is behind the bombings, and from the unrelenting pressure of Quan, who begins a guerilla warfare campaign against Hennessy after he fails to give Quan the bombers’ names. Chan’s performance as Quan displays the extent of his acting abilities. The film gives him no cheap, comedic outs to excuse cheesy action like the “Rush Hour” movies. It is shadowy and serious, and Chan thrives in this environment. The more realistic action scenes showcase his talent as a stuntman and create visually stunning sequences that

maintain enough realism for suspension of disbelief. His acting chemistry with Brosnan is remarkably potent as the strong wills of their characters collide throughout the movie. Chan’s cold and silent demeanor dances devilishly well with Brosnan’s strong and intense delivery. Although they do not share the screen often, this chemistry extends into their individual performances as Brosnan responds to Chan’s assaults on him and his property. Brosnan delivers an inspiring performance that rivals that of Chan. Brosnan rises above the shadow of his simpler previous role as James Bond. Brosnan delivers an impassioned portrayal of a very complex character and perfectly captures the internal conflict within Hennessy through his subtle facial twitches to the comfort and

reassurance with which he holds his ever-present tumbler of whiskey. Ultimately, “The Foreigner” is a nice blend of action and dark drama that doesn’t offer much newness. The plot is fascinating and scarily relevant in the current political climate. It deserves serious commendation for stellar pacing that allows dramatic scenes to flow naturally in and out of the action without creating jarring transitions or cuts. Chan and Brosnan give fantastic performances that add to the depth of their characters. This movie stands out as one of the best action movies in recent memory and marks a powerful return for everyone’s favorite action star.

Young the Giant brings stadium power to small venue KELLY KOLFF Assoc. A&L Editor kkolff@smu.edu Young the Giant filled the room with star power while overcoming the lofty, spacedout Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving. On Sept. 29, eager fans shuffled into the Pavilion, an interesting choice for a band like Young the Giant, who could fare much better at South Side or House of Blues. After enthralling performances from Brooklyn band Joywave and indiefavorite Cold War Kids, Young the Giant lead vocalist Sameer Gadhia rose up from the back of the stage setup, silhouetted against a bright orange LED sunrise. He began the first lines

of “Amerika” in a flurry of theatrics. With every beat, Gadhia gyrated and flailed his arms high above his head, a signifier of the show’s energetic mood. The show was “go, go, go” for seven songs straight. Gadhia stopped only when introducing the band’s oldest and most cherished song, “Cough Syrup.” This early single comes off their eponymous first album — the one that put Young the Giant at the front of the alternative scene in 2010. Since then, Young the Giant has transformed from indie darling to heavy arena rock, morphing its sound and not quite reaching the success of its breakout album. The heavy production of its second and third albums made

for a notable tonal shift at the show. Gadhia’s powerful voice carried the crowd through sweet acoustic renditions of “Strings” and “Firelight,” where Gadhia asked the crowd to hold up their phone flashlights to become part of the environment. “We could be out there in a subway station in New York City and be playing these songs and no one really gives a damn,” Gadhia said. “But you guys make this that much more important. You’re the big part of this stage, the big part of this show.” Throughout the show, Gadhia made it nearly impossible to look at any other band member. His twisting arms and energetic dance moves were fit for a sold-out arena. He oozed

charisma from his head to the bottom of his bright yellow jumpsuit. It was Gadhia who commanded the stage and made the crowd feel connected. He even demanded that crowd members say “hi” to the person sitting next to them. Gadhia’s star power carried him through the encores, donning a black and silver glittery jacket for no apparent reason other than to add more theatrics. While Young the Giant’s popularity may no longer be at the level it once was, the band is dedicated to putting on a theatrical and meaningful performance that leaves fans feeling fulfilled.

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ZACH PLEMENOS Guest Columnist zplemenos@smu.edu A Campus Weekly contributor published an article regarding the suspension of one of IFC’s organizations, Kappa Alpha Order. While the article itself includes misinformation and undue animosity towards Greek life, it gives the following important context. The tone of the article immediately suggests a clear bias against Greek life to any reasonable reader, which is why I didn’t think it warranted a response. It’s obvious to anyone who spends time around Greek organizations that the author is both uninformed and unfamiliar with actual Greek life values. However,

the unfounded accusations made by the author cannot go without a response. In his first groundless accusation against KA, the author claims that Kappa Alpha “proudly displays a Confederate flag” in their house. This unequivocally false statement is an egregious error on the author’s part, and exemplifies his lack of due diligence and research in writing the article. The author has since edited this statement and inserted a picture taken in 1967. In the continuation of his anti-Greek agenda, the author describes KA as “one of this campus’s fiercest defenders of racial and socioeconomic exclusion.” Ten minutes of research would have revealed that a member of Kappa Alpha Order served as the

IFC liaison to SMU’s Cultural Intelligence Event this year – an event meant to educate and celebrate diversity in our community. It’s unfortunate that one would make such a foundationless and disparaging claim without giving effort to investigate the facts. As students, we expect The Campus Weekly’s publications to meet a certain standard of journalistic accuracy. This article did not. Kappa Alpha Order was suspended as a result of hazing allegations. SMU and the Interfraternity Council do not condone or support this behavior, and it is an issue that needs addressing. So address that issue. Focus on finding a solution, rather than vilifying an organization based on unfounded claims, like that they were a part of

the “SMU rape culture” or were a “scepter of racism.” This is the kind of attitude that is “dangerous and destructive,” not IFC culture. Disseminating information to thousands of students, and not confirming the truthfulness of that information seems like a lack of effort in writing the piece, or the willful spread of misinformation stemming from an unwarranted animosity towards Greek life. You say that news of the suspension should be met with a sense of collective shame. So should your baseless prosecution of Kappa Alpha. Change in our community won’t come from groundless allegations made on the internet. If you want to have a productive discussion, the IFC Executive Board invites you to meet with us.

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Veronica Beard Dallas hosts grand opening party LISA SALINAS lmsalinas@smu.edu Fashion Editor Veronica Beard, a fairly new brand to the fashion scene and particularly to Dallas' acclaimed Highland Park Village, hosted a grand opening party Oct. 11 to celebrate its presence in Dallas. The store officially opened earlier this season in August. The night was filled with cocktails and tacos by taco truck La Botana and presented a evening shopping opportunity for customers. The founders, Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard, even made a personal appearance. The Beards are sisters-in-law who founded Veronica Beard Fall 2010 with their signature Dickey Jacket, according to their website. The brand is an "elevated American sportswear brand that strikes the balance between classic and cool." Including signature items such as jackets, jeans and on-trend items such as floral prints, shearling and conversational pieces, the brand proves to have the perfect mixture between "classic and cool." Veronica Beard is sold at various boutiques and departments stores throughout the nation, including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Intermix and also has a presence internationally, including France, Canada, even Egypt. However, the Dallas Highland Park Village location is one of three stand alone stores; the other two are both in New York City. Several guests were impressed with the brand and the decor of the store. Guest Jada Fisher spotted a few key items she was coveting. "The accessories are really cute, I love the bags and some of the fun ones, like the pills and the Coke cans are my favorite," Fisher said. Her friend Akia Francisco was more of a fan of clothing pieces.

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Coach changes name to Tapestry LISA SALINAS lmsalinas@smu.edu Fashion Editor Coach, Inc. announced its name change on Oct. 11 to Tapestry, Inc.The name change comes following the recent acquisitions of Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman. The New-York based luxury brand was founded in 1941 by Lillian and Miles Cahn and has only represented its own brand, Coach, until May 2015, when the company acquired Stuart Weitzman for $574 million. This acquisition was followed by the purchase of Kate Spade for $2.4 billion earlier this year. CEO Victor Luis believed the company needed a name that represents all three brands equally and not just embody one. Luis told USA Today in an interview that he wanted to create a “platform for [their] shared values” and “avoid any confusion” between the three companies. “The opportunities for each of our brands are truly boundless because imagination has no limits,” Luis wrote on the Tapestry Inc. website. Tapestry also signifies the intertwining of these brands, as the word is used in reference to a form of textile art. However, were not

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fond of the company’s new name. The name change will not affect Coach’s merchandise, for those that may worry about their Coach designer handbags or clothing items. Tapestry, Inc. will serve as the parent company for Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman. The name change will officially take place Oct. 31, when its New York Stock Exchange symbol changes from COH to TPR, according to NASDAQ. Will the name change prove to be a success for the luxury retailer? Only time will tell, in the meantime check out the latest trends by Tapestry Inc. brands at the following websites: coach.com, katespade.com and stuartweitzman.com.

The Society of Women Engineers (SWE), SMU chapter, hosted its second annual fashion show Oct. 11, showcasing looks that are appropriate but still has personality in the workforce. SWE members SWE board members took initiative to teach other engineering students how to appropriately dress for job interviews and casual business days. Attendees enjoyed event perks such as sweets from Susie Cakes, refreshments and goodie bags with makeup, jewelry and candy. Two lucky audience members were awarded $25 Nordstrom gift cards to help kick start their professional wardrobe. The show included two hosts and 10 student models. SMU sophomore and coevent coordinator Hebah Jaffery organized the fashion show to teach students about professional wear and the tricks women should have up their sleeves. From removing lint off of a jacket, to checking the appropriate length of a skirt, she pretty much covered it all.

“There are a lot of little things people don’t think about,” Jaffery said. “I’m happy we have an event like this to cover all of the small details.” The fashion show also taught students how to shop for professional wear on a budget, how to style hair, do makeup, but most by Shelby Stanfield importantly, how to do this all while staying true to oneself. SMU junior and SWE Vice President of External Affairs Marissa Dusek noted it’s important to know how to dress for every situation. She said there are clothing variations within different work fields and women should understand each of them. She believes this is important in order to break down the stereotype that female engineers are too masculine. “As female engineers, we tend to be targeted,” Dusek said. “But we host this event so employers can see the power of our brains rather than the distraction of our outfits.”

Fashion designers participate in Breast Cancer Awareness month MERRIT STAHLE mstahle@smu.edu Fashion Writer October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. To promote breast cancer awareness this month, many fashion designers and retailers will donate proceeds to help the cause. Listed are some of the designers serving the cause. Tory Burch will donate 20 percent from certain products. including tote bags, clutches and accessories, to Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Kate Hudson’s athleisure brand, Fabletics, designed a collection with all proceeds benefitting Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. Vera Bradley creates a pattern every

year to raise awareness. In addition, the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer holds Kendra Scott Instagram fundraisers Kendra Scott nail polish and events throughout the year. Kendra Scott designed a light pink sparkle nail polish and will donate 20 percent of the sales during October to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Alex and Ani designed a Spiral Sun charm-20 percent of the sales will go to the Breast Cancer Research Fund.